Our Holiday Cottages by the Sea in Appledore
Appledore is a small coastal village in North Devon, set where the River Torridge meets the Taw Estuary. It’s known for its narrow streets, colourful cottages, working quay and views across the water to Instow. The village has a long maritime history, with fishing, shipbuilding and seafaring links still visible around the waterfront.
The quay is the centre of Appledore, with pubs, cafés, galleries and shops close by. The North Devon Maritime Museum is one of the main local attractions, while the South West Coast Path and nearby estuary routes give visitors easy ways to explore the coast. Westward Ho!, Northam Burrows, Instow, Braunton and Bideford are all within easy reach for beach days, walks and trips around the wider North Devon coast.
Best Beach Cottages & Coastal Cottages in Appledore
Beach Stays offers a great selection of Appledore cottages by the sea, with properties suited to couples, families and groups looking for a North Devon coastal break. Many stays are close to the quay, village pubs, cafés and the estuary, making Appledore a good choice if you want a relaxed village setting without being far from beaches and local attractions.
The village itself is compact, so many cottages put you within walking distance of the waterfront and local places to eat. Nearby areas such as Instow, Westward Ho!, Northam and Bideford also add more choice for visitors who want sandy beaches, surf, shops, restaurants or estuary walks close to their holiday cottage.
Types of Appledore Cottages with Sea Views
Our Appledore sea view cottages include a range of stays for different types of coastal holiday. Dog owners can browse dog friendly cottages for breaks close to estuary walks, nearby beaches and village pubs. For guests looking for extra comfort, Appledore hot tub cottages give you a place to relax after a day on the beach or coast path.
Larger families and groups can also find group accommodation, including homes with more bedrooms, flexible living space and access to North Devon’s beaches and attractions. Whether you want a cottage overlooking the estuary, a family stay near Westward Ho! or a coastal base for exploring North Devon, Appledore has plenty of choice.
Top Beaches in Appledore
Appledore is set on the estuary rather than directly on a large sandy beach, but several good beaches are close by. Instow Beach sits across the water and is known for its wide estuary views, sandy shoreline and places to eat nearby. In season, the passenger ferry between Appledore and Instow makes it easy to visit without driving.
Westward Ho! Beach is the main sandy beach near Appledore, with a long stretch of sand, surf, rock pools and the pebble ridge beside Northam Burrows. It’s one of the best choices in the area for a full beach day.
Northam Burrows Country Park sits behind Westward Ho! and gives access to dunes, grassland, estuary views and coastal walks. Saunton Sands, Croyde and Woolacombe are also within reach for longer days out on the North Devon coast.
