Take your friends or family, including those with four legs, to this first-floor apartment in Mortehoe, North Devon. Sleeping four guests and welcoming pups with open paws, the two-bedroom retreat is set within an elegant, coastal building with a fresh, seaside appeal. Enjoy this as a base from which to head off on country walks and spend time on beaches where canine companions can splash in the shallows and chase crabs.
Call your delighted dog to follow you up the outside stairs and into your apartment via its private entrance. Enter the porch, where you can leave dog leads and boots, and make your way through to the lounge, which has stunning sea views. Unwind in here with your four-pawed friend, watch TV and plan the following day’s activities. The kitchen/diner is well-equipped to help you cater for your party and offers ample space for feeding your happy hound. After each exciting day, amble off to lay your head in either the king-size bedroom, with its coastal outlook, or the lovely twin, which can also be arranged as a super-king-size if discussed in advance. There is also a charming family bathroom. On warm days, bask in the sunshine out on the patio and enjoy the beautiful views with a cup of coffee and your faithful friend by your side.
Strike out from the apartment on a 1-mile walk to the dramatic headland of Morte Point, where you might spot seals if you are lucky. Wander 500 metres down to Grunta Beach, where pups can play all year round. Another great dog-friendly option is Rockham Beach, 0.5 miles away. From any of these places, you can have a good, long stretch of four-pawed legs by following the South West Coast Path.