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Boatmans

Appledore, Devon
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Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3
Change Fri
No Dogs
4 star
Waterside views
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Beach within easy reach
Fishing on site / nearby
Family friendly
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Beautiful former fisherman's cottage set in an idyllic position on the river’s edge with two balconies to soak up the far-reaching views across the water
  • Set in the heart of the fishing village of Appledore with the bustling quayside, quaint shops, galleries, restaurants and gastro pubs on your doorstep
  • The perfect base for exploring all North Devon has to offer, why not roam the South West Coastal Path? or take a short drive, healthy dog walk or ferry to the golden sands of Instow or Westward Ho! beach?

 

Property code: 58645

With beautiful estuary views and set in an idyllic position overlooking the edge of the River Torridge, this charming cottage, set in the delightful fishing village of Appledore, offers cosy accommodation in a tranquil setting. Within easy reach of the pretty village of Instow, the popular harbour town of Bideford and the lovely Victorian seaside village of Westward Ho!, Appledore makes a delightful holiday base for a family wanting to explore the wonderful beaches and breathtaking coastline of North Devon.

Set in one of Appledore’s charming and colourful side-streets, this traditional fisherman’s cottage makes a fantastic base for a holiday. The cottage features a stylish kitchen/diner which leads onto a charming balcony with a spacious patio area where you can sit back and enjoy a meal alfresco and admire the river views. There’s also a comfortable lounge with a traditional wood burner set in a stone fireplace, and a small balcony just off the lounge with a seating area. There are three comfortable bedrooms: a double room on the ground floor, and, heading up the steep cottage-style stairs, a twin room and a single room with an additional pull-out bed.

The vibrant fishing village of Appledore features a fantastic choice of restaurants pubs, chip shops and art galleries, and is home to the North Devon Maritime Museum, which explores the village’s seafaring heritage. There are lovely sandy beaches nearby in Westward Ho! and across the river in Instow (which can be reached via ferry) or you could enjoy the beautiful Northam Burrows Country Park. The market town of Barnstaple is just 13 miles away and family attractions within 13 miles include The BIG Sheep, The Milky Way Adventure Park and Tapeley Park.

  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 twin and 1 single with pull out single (bedding not provided for pull out bed)
  • 1 en-suite shower room, 1 shower room and 1 wet-room
  • No towels provided or available to hire
  • TV/DVD in lounge
  • Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and washing machine
  • Horse riding, golf club and indoor pool all with 2 miles
  • Wood burner
  • Electric and central heating included
  • Roadside parking (subject to availability) or nearby public car park
  • Wi-Fi included
  • Beach 2 miles, pubs, restaurants, shops within walking distance
  • Arrival: 17:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £200 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £25. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Rachel Loosemore

This property is personally managed by Rachel.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 18 guest ratings

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Reviewed by P 15th March 2024

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A lovely cottage right on the water's edge in the heart of Appledore with wonderful views across the estuary from indoors as well as from the two terraces. Spacious, comfortable and extremely clean accommodation. The shops, cafes and pubs all within a short walk. Will certainly return.

Reviewed by Jennifer 6th October 2023

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Fabulous cottage, great location we loved it .

Reviewed by Andrew 1st September 2023

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Lovely location overlooking the estuary

Reviewed by Philip 11th August 2023

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This is an old cottage which has been renovated to a great mixture of old and new. It was perfect for 5 of us with plentiful bathrooms and all the equipment we needed. Its location is exceptional, with the high tide coming right up to the walls a brilliant view and a very short walk into Appledore. The car park is close as are 2 excellent pubs furtRead moreher along Irsha Street. I particularly enjoyed sitting on the larger terrace with the view and sound of the waves. Hide

Reviewed by Gail 28th July 2023

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Amazing spot. Lovely position. Lots of local eateries. Get main shop in Bideford

Reviewed by ed 7th July 2023

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A very comfortable cottage with everything you need. Lovely views across the River Torridge looking over to Instow beaches Ideal location in Appledore, close to main car park, with even some free parking positions close by if you get there first. Easy access to all amenities in Appledore as it is on the level with no hills to worry about and very cRead morelose to some great pubs and dining establishments. The cottage is within very short walking distance to the main Bus Stop opposite the Seagate Hotel. Hide

Reviewed by Glynis 23rd June 2023

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Reviewed by Eve 16th June 2023

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A fantastic location and a very comfortable cottage. We really enjoyed the views from the terrace and waking up to sea view. Appledore was a lovely place with plenty of places to eat out and an excellent deli. We would absolutely recommend it as a place to stay.

Reviewed by Brian 9th June 2023

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Reviewed by Grant 28th May 2023

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The cottage was full of all the amenitiesyou could need for a family. It was a beautiful place to stay and the views were amazing. We loved our stay and would highly recommend.

Reviewed by Anne 19th May 2023

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We absolutely loved this property.

Reviewed by Melissa 3rd March 2023

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Lovely cottage, fabulous location. Unfortunately did not get to use balcony as weather in March not warm enough but looked inviting. Good information provided by owner about property and area.

Reviewed by Andrea 19th November 2022

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Reviewed by Keith 26th August 2022

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Reviewed by Brendan 19th August 2022

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Perfect location. Good property.

Reviewed by Linda 30th July 2022

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We had a wonderful holiday The cottage is very comfortable and well equipped in a perfect location on the estuary its lovely to wake up to the sound of the waves lapping gently outside at high tide . Also the terrace has beautiful views and is a great place for eating drinking and relaxing. Appledore is a little gem Special mentions for The Yard, ORead morepen mic night at The Beaver and for The Boatyard at Instow Would certainly return Hide

Reviewed by Anne 17th June 2022

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This is a wonderful location and we spent lots of time on the upper balcony watching life on the estuary including one wonderful evening following seals as they swam beneath the surface of the incoming tide. I would recommend the cheese and onion pastes from John's deli, they were fabulous!

Reviewed by Ellen 3rd June 2022

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We loved Boatman's Cottage. Clean, very comfortable and beautifully decorated. Beds comfortable and slept like a baby for the duration of my stay. Fantastic view from the balcony. We'd stay again.

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