The Beacon
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
Ground Floor Entrance Hall Shower Room with WC, basin, heated towel rail and walk-in shower. Lounge with woodburner and TV. Kitchen/Dining Room with electric cooker, fridge with icebox, microwave and dining table with seating for 4. Steep cottage style stairs to the First Floor Bedroom 1 with 4ft 6 double bed and views over the river. Bedroom 2 with 3ft single bed. Steep cottage style stairs to the Second Floor Bedroom 3 with 3ft single bed and views over the river.
Once a fisherman’s cottage, this aptly named retreat has stunning views overlooking the water to Northam and Braunton Burrows towards the beach at Saunton in the far distance. Cosy and full of character with a snug cottage feel, the accommodation is set over three floors and a white-washed courtyard to the rear affronts the water’s edge with far reaching estuary views.
Situated on one of Appledore's pretty cobbled streets, Waterside Cottage is ideally located within walking distance of the small shops, cafes and popular inns which are scattered through the winding streets and quayside. Many of the nearby pubs also have live music nights throughout the year which prove a great evening out. Appledore itself lies on the River Torridge and the passenger ferry runs regularly to take visitors to the opposite village of Instow with its sheltered stretch of sandy beach.
Westward Ho! beach is within walking distance of the cottage and is a great place to visit throughout the year, ideal for both surfers and walkers alike. The ancient town of Bideford is also within easy reach and is home to boutique shops and cafes and has a regular ferry to Lundy Island with its protected Marine Conservation Zone.
Please note: This may not be suitable for those with mobility issues due to steep cottage style stairs and nearest parking location. Please request a copy of the access statement (prior to booking) for more information.
To the rear of the cottage is a white-washed courtyard garden with table and chairs to enjoy the fabulous waterside views. A flat pack charcoal barbecue is provided.
Unrestricted roadside parking (on a first come first served basis and normally plentiful outside the Summer season) can be found just 20 metres from the cottage.
There is also West Appledore car park, a public long-stay car park, for which weekly permits are available, approximately 180 metres from the cottage. Permits can be purchased directly from Torridge District Council or one of the local Tourist Information Centres.
Included: Bed linen and towels (guests are required to bring their own beach towels), electric night storage heating on ground floor and electric thermostatically controlled panel heaters on first and second floors, stair gate (one only, located on the first floor leading down to the ground floor) and initial supply of logs for the woodburner. Internet and Telephone: Mobile reception is generally fair but please check with your provider prior to booking. WiFi included. Pets: Up to 3 well-behaved dogs welcome. Pet charge: £30.00 per dog per week. Local Facilities: Nearest beach – Westwood Ho!, 2 miles, nearest pub – The Royal George, 170 yards, nearest café – The Coffee Cabin, 750 yards, nearest Town – Bideford with all facilities, approx. 4.5 miles. Short breaks: Sorry, this property does not allow short breaks.