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Captain's Rest

Appledore, Devon
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
Dogs allowed 2
4
star
Downstairs bathroom
Waterside views
Enclosed garden / patio
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Beach within easy reach
Towels for hire
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Great base for walkers, close to the South West Coast Path
  • Exclusive use of a south-facing private courtyard for relaxing in after a hard day of touring the area
  • Short drive from many beautiful beaches including Westward Ho and Instow
Property code: CAPTR

This former fisherman’s cottage, which has been lovingly restored and filled with antique furniture and original artwork, provides a unique holiday experience for anyone who visits. Conveniently located, the cottage is within walking distance of a wealth of local pubs, the maritime museum, the pretty quayside as well as shops and galleries. If you feel the need to leave Appledore, the whole of North Devon is within easy reach. The sandy and surfing beaches of Woolacombe, Westward Ho! and Croyde are nearby and the South West Coast Path, Tarka Trail and both Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks are close. There are also several attractions in the area to suit all tastes and ages, including Tapeley Park, The Big Sheep, The Milky Way, Bideford with its markets, RHS Rosemoor Gardens and numerous National Trust properties and gardens.

This accommodation is over three floors and offers three bedrooms for six guests. On the first floor is one double with a TV and en-suite shower room with WC, one double with a TV and estuary views. On the second floor is one twin and a snug lounge area with TV/DVD which is approached via steep stairs. The family bathroom, which is located on the ground floor, has a shower over bath and WC and an additional WC is located outside. The comfortable lounge has a TV and Blu-Ray DVD and another separate snug/lounge has a TV/DVD and coal effect gas fire. The dining room, which seats six, has an original ornamental period fireplace (non-working) and the well-equipped kitchen, should you choose to stay in and cook, has an electric cooker and gas hob, fridge, dishwasher and microwave. The utility room, which is located outside in an external shed, has a washing machine, tumble dryer and freezer. There is also a handy outside loo available too.

Outside the property is an wonderful enclosed south-facing paved courtyard garden with furniture and a BBQ, perfect for alfresco dining long into the warm Devon evenings.

There is free roadside parking steps from the cottage when available and a public car park close by.

  • 3 bedrooms – 2 doubles, 1 twin
  • 1 en-suite shower room with WC, 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC, WC outside
  • Regret no dogs/puppies under 12 months old accepted
  • Kitchen with electric cooker and gas hob, fridge, dishwasher and microwave
  • Utility room in the garden with freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer and WC
  • Electric and central heating included
  • Beach 1 mile away, pubs, shops, restaurants within short walking distance
  • TV and Blu-Ray DVD in the lounge, TV in second lounge, 2 Smart TV's in bedroom and further TV/DVD
  • Free roadside parking steps from the cottage when available and a public car park close by.

  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £250 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £30. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

 

Rachel Loosemore

This property joined our collection in 2015 and is managed by Rachel.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 19 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Rosalind, 14th September 2024

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Fabulous cottage. Great location in the heart of the village. Parking is on street or a short walk to the main public car park. Everything has been thought of to provide a comfortable - home from home - stay. The little garden area is a bonus and it's a great sun trap. The owner Duncan was welcoming and contactable if needed. We loved our stay. ThaRead morenk you. Hide

Reviewed by David, 20th July 2024

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Beautiful cottage , everything you need , lovely little court yard not overlooked . Short walk to the sea front with cafes and shops . Would recommend this holiday let to anyone . A true Gem in Appeldore .

Reviewed by Paul, 8th June 2024

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Captains Rest was an excellent place to stay. Great location, we managed to park outside for most of our stay. Appledore is not that big so you are never far from anything. Place was very clean and the garden was very nice in the sun. Great communication from the owner Duncan.

Reviewed by Andrew, 18th May 2024

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Cottage was excellent in every way very well equipped and very clean, very nice to put key in door and feel very much home from home, looking forward to our next visit.

Reviewed by Dawn, 11th May 2024

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Reviewed by Barry, 30th December 2023

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Lovely place. Great situation.

Reviewed by Sarah, 28th October 2023

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We have stayed here lots of times and never disappointed. Definitely home from home from us. Location is central to Appledore, parking outside or we park in the quayside carpark 22 for a week. A quiet large cottage. Lots of rooms to chill out in, very secure enclosed courtyard garden. Kitchen is very well equipped. I cant actually think of any negaRead moretives!! We will book again. Hide

Reviewed by Vanessa, 21st October 2023

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This is our second visit to Captains Rest. A lovely warm cottage, tastefully decorated and caters for family needs. Lots of space to relax, play family games and very well equipped. Our grandsons love the den upstairs. There is parking outside to unload/load outside which is a bonus...spaces permitting. The cottage is ideally placed close to all thRead moree amenities you require.The owner goes out of his way to make your visit a very pleasurable one. Thank you so much for the welcome gifts too. Hide

Reviewed by Alison, 7th October 2023

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The cottage is very nice, very comfortable and in a great location. Everything we needed was provided and the beds were very comfortable

Reviewed by Cath, 30th September 2023

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Absolutely lovely cottage, everything you need . Nice and clean and the bed in the back bedroom was so comfortable. Court yard Garden was nice and sunny. Would definitely recommend and Duncan was nice and helpful and quick to respond to anything.

Reviewed by Andrew, 23rd September 2023

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Reviewed by Joanna, 26th August 2023

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Beautiful, comfortable cottage in perfect location with great local facilities. Everything was easy and convenient and the owner was extremely helpful. The listing gave an excellent impression of the property and it was better than expected. Very recommended. If we come back to this area we will definitely rebook.

Reviewed by Alan, 19th August 2023

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Comfortable, quiet and well-equipped house in a very central location. All facilities worked perfectly, and communication with the owner was excellent. Be aware that the terrace garden is concrete with a high step all the way around so parents of young children will need to be careful.

Reviewed by Lucy, 22nd July 2023

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We had a wonderful week in Appledore. Captain's Rest was perfect. It was wonderfully clean and carefully presented. The beds were comfortable. I don't think I have ever stayed in a cottage so well equipped. The kitchen had everything you could need. The garden was a quiet sun trap. The local restaurants were fantastic. Can recommend The Yard and FlRead moreame Factory. The Champ is a great old fashioned pub with excellent music. The Blues night was great. I can thoroughly recommend Captain's Rest. Hide

Reviewed by Helen, 1st July 2023

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Reviewed by Dawn, 20th May 2023

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Reviewed by Tracey, 8th April 2023

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Lovely characterful cottage with plenty of space for our family group plus dogs. Beds comfy, plenty of hot water and kitchen well equipped. Lovely courtyard to sit out in. Central to all the facilities in Appledore so little need to use the car. We were able to park in the road close to the cottage. Had a lovely fortnight here.

Reviewed by Julie, 25th March 2023

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Beautiful cottage, perfectly located. Immaculate throughout, very tastefully furnished & very well equipped, sea views from the bedrooms. The owner, Duncan, is lovely & extremely helpful. Would highly recommend. We are in the 55-60 age bracket & stayed with our daughters aged 20&25. There is a friendly community vibe and 2 of the local pubs are litRead moreerally yards away! Couple of nice restaurants, we tried The Yard & Flame. Great live music at The Champ & The Royal. Quiz on Sunday at The Seagate. Hide

Reviewed by Carla, 11th February 2023

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The house was perfect and the owner so pleasant and on hand if need be., parking outside perfect. Home from home.. Will definitely return. Thank you

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