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Reef Cottage

Appledore, near Westward Ho, Devon
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Waterside Views
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Decorated for Christmas
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Showcase Awards 2026: Runner-up in the Repeat Retreat
  • Lovely period cottage sleeping four guests in comfort with enclosed estuary-front sun trap patio for relaxation
  • Waterfront location with views across to Crow Point
  • Located in the traditional fishing village of Appledore, a short walk to village amenities and a few miles from local beach and the South West Coast Path
Property code: OC-REEFC

This lovely period cottage sits right on the water’s edge, where the rivers Torridge and Taw pour into the wild Atlantic. Furry friends will adore the half-mile scamper into Appledore, where discerning noses will soon sniff out the quay’s quirky shops and the superb North Devon Maritime Museum. The majority of pubs in Appledore are dog-friendly and they’ll soon let you know their favourites. It’s 3 miles to the independent shops and restaurants of Bideford, 2 miles to the stunning dog-friendly beach at Northam, and a mile’s doggy paddle across the estuary to sweet little Instow (April-October). At Westward Ho!, play a round at the renowned Royal North Devon Golf Club, or ride wild waves at the Surf School, but check the latest bulletins for doggy accessibility!

Inside the property, you’ll find everything you need for a blissful seaside escape. Homely yet elegant, the house is a tranquil and thrilling base for your adventures. From almost every room, human and doggy eyes will never tire of the expansive and breathtaking estuarine and sea views. From the airy kitchen/diner, open the French doors onto the patio and bathe in the beauty beyond. You’ll find a bedroom and bathroom on the ground floor, perfect for those who have difficulty with stairs. There’s a nautical style to the cottage that energises and inspires, and a calmness that soothes at the end of exciting and invigorating days.

Further afield, find a new leash of life at gorgeous Clovelly (14 Miles), and some amazing beaches at Saunton (18 miles), Croyde (21 miles), Woolacombe and Ilfracombe (23 miles) - check seasonal dog restrictions. Putsborough (22 miles) is pure heaven. Explore the stunning South West Coast Path – the stretch from Buck’s Mills to Clovelly is beautiful. Set tails wagging on the Tarka Trail which passes through Instow and Bideford. Let the adventures begin!

  • 2 bedrooms: 1 super-king-size (can be made up as twin on request) and 1 double
  • Bathroom with shower-over-bath and WC, en-suite shower and WC to the king-size room
  • Oven, hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, and tumble dryer
  • Hairdryer in each bedroom
  • Highchair available (guests are welcome to supply their own travel cot)
  • Pay-and-display parking available locally
  • Shops and pubs within walking distance, beach 2 miles
  • Smart TV, DAB radio, Bluetooth and CD player all in the lounge
  • 2026 Showcase Awards  - Awarded 2nd place in Repeat Retreat category
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 15:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Sarah Greenwood

This property is personally managed by Sarah.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 46 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Sandra 14th November 2026

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Cottage is lovely and cosy, fantastic location and stunning views. Everything catered for, lovely welcome tray and fresh local milk, and treats for your four legged friends.

Reviewed by Gerard 7th November 2026

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Cosy, clean, quiet and with lovely estuary views. Close to town.

Reviewed by Sarah 10th October 2026

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Loved this property, we were very happy here for a few days. If you are taking big dogs beware there is a massive drop over the garden wall, down to the rocks, so if you have a.dog who is liable to jump, they need watching! Our dog loved the view and watching the boats and bird life!

Reviewed by Robert 3rd October 2026

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Another fantastic week in our favourite cottage.

Reviewed by Ann 28th September 2026

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Had a really great time at Reef Cottage. Everything was perfect for us the weather and location. We shall be back next year.

Reviewed by Jacqueline 19th September 2026

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Appledore is a wonderful place to relax. Pubs excellent. Food excellent. Like stepping into a holiday postcard.

Reviewed by Robert 5th September 2026

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Another lovely week in Appledore. Great Sunday lunch in Beaver and exceptional pizza in Biddeford. Fantastic views from cottage as usual and loads of oyster catchers and egrets to watch.

Reviewed by Katie 31st August 2026

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Biggest issue with this cottage is that the view is so fantastic it is hard to motivate oneself to leave the property! However, so much on the doorstep to explore and well worth dragging yourself away from the bay windows in the lounge/ terrace sun trap to enjoy the charms of Appledore, beautiful empty beaches, the Tarka trail and (if you dare) oneRead more of the hardest Park Runs in the country at Woolacombe. The cottage is a little dated but clean and very comfortable and has everything you could possibly need. The welcome pack was a nice touch. Excellent communication from the property management team. We were a little concerned about parking but the public car park is only 100 yards away and was never full. Do remember though that a 7 day pass which can be bought in advance expires at the end of the penultimate day! Hide

Reviewed by Mary 15th August 2026

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Perfect cottage, we visit several times a year so must be good! But dont want too many people discovering it!

Reviewed by Lynn 11th July 2026

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Reviewed by Sue 4th July 2026

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Absolute great location, and cottage nicely decorated and so clean - brilliant

Reviewed by David 28th June 2026

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Reviewed by Robert 13th June 2026

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Another lovely week in this fabulous cottage. Did very little but look at the great view from garden and lounge.

Reviewed by Robert 16th May 2026

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Another lovely week in our favourite cottage. Even the weather was kind to us again.

Reviewed by Diana 2nd May 2026

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Another lovely week in our favourite cottage - many thanks

Reviewed by Robert 28th March 2026

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Lovely holiday again and garden is nice with new drain cover and power washed paving.. larger quilt cover was more comfortable.

Reviewed by Mary 13th February 2026

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Reviewed by John 23rd December 2025

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Great place to stop. Very nice cottage. Many thanks

Reviewed by Jacqueline 12th December 2025

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Reviewed by Robert 24th October 2025

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Lovely holiday again in this beautiful cottage. Looking forward to returning again in March.

Reviewed by Mary 17th October 2025

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Reviewed by Andre 3rd October 2025

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Beautiful location for the cottage. Stunning views and so close to Appledore centre with its good restaurants and pubs. The cottage itself was very comfortable, clean and well equipped. Well definitely put it on our short list for future holidays.

Reviewed by Robert 26th September 2025

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Another lovely week in our favourite cottage. Lots of oystercatchers, egrets, turnstones to watch in the garden and even had a visit from the heron. Lovely Sunday roast at the Beaver again.

Reviewed by Susan 19th September 2025

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The most beautiful view, always something to watch. The car park nearby was very convenient, only a couple of hundred metres to the door. I thought the downstairs bedroom might suffer from street noise, but no problem at all, it was extremely quiet. I hated leaving -that says it all.

Reviewed by Di 12th September 2025

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Reviewed by J 5th September 2025

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Reviewed by Robert 29th August 2025

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Another great holiday in this super cottage. Weather was very kind again and managed to sit out and watch the boats and oystercatchers every day.. watched catch up tv on the new smart television. Lovely meals at the Beaver again.

Reviewed by Alison 22nd August 2025

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Fantastic week in lovely Appledore. Reef was well equipped and comfortable and the view from the lounge was spectacular.

Reviewed by David 15th August 2025

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Reviewed by Michaela 8th August 2025

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Lovely stay at Reef Cottage, amazing views and a real home from home.

Reviewed by Mary 1st August 2025

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Clean comfortable and well equipped cottage in a perfect setting.

Reviewed by Stephen 18th July 2025

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Lovely cottage with a great location and views. Very well equipped and furnished. We will be back.

Reviewed by Robert 11th July 2025

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Lovely holiday in fantastic cottage with great views. Looking forward to returning in 5 weeks.

Reviewed by Julie 27th June 2025

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Lovely location and views from the rear of the property. Outside area could be improved with attention as it didn't reflect the photos. Very clean and spacious.

Reviewed by Jane 13th June 2025

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Cottage very well equipped and comfortable. Bed good and shower really good. Location near the car park very useful. Wished there had been more visible information for visitors. It was there but tucked away in a folder in a cupboard. Only found cushions for outdoor seats quite late on in the week and would have been useful to know how great Instow Read morebeach was for the dog before our last day! We need to come back as Appledore is a lovely place and this was our first visit. Estuary view fantastic. Hide

Reviewed by Lesley 23rd May 2025

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Reviewed by Gerard 16th May 2025

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Reviewed by Robert 2nd May 2025

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Lovely week in a lovely cottage. Great views from the lovely garden. Egrets, oystercatchers, Turnstones and shell ducks visited.

Reviewed by Rhod 25th April 2025

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Reviewed by Diana 4th April 2025

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Another perfect week here, many thanks

Reviewed by Ann 14th March 2025

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Incredible view! Very comfy beds :)

Reviewed by Robert 7th March 2025

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Another excellent week in this lovely cottage. Back again in May.

Reviewed by Jacqueline 2nd March 2025

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We have been to Reef cottage four or five times over the past few years and absolutely love it. It has everything you need, has stupendous views from the lounge and is really ideally placed for the village pubs, shops waterfront etc. Parking is easy in the smaller car park just down the road. We highly recommend this cottage.

Reviewed by Andrea 10th February 2025

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2nd visit to Reef cottage, an unusual occurrence for us. A wonderful place to be

Reviewed by Paul 3rd January 2025

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Reviewed by Sandra 20th December 2024

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Location is great, our Christmas visit was enhanced with a Christmas tree and a welcome card and wine.. Lovely place to stay, good walks, nice pubs and eateries.

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