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Hartland is a historic village in North Devon, a few miles inland from one of the county’s most dramatic stretches of coastline. The village has traditional pubs, independent shops and cafés, with Hartland Quay and its towering cliffs a short drive away. Our collection of Hartland cottages by the sea includes traditional holiday cottages and coastal homes within easy reach of the coast. Visitors can explore Hartland Point, walk to the waterfall at Speke’s Mill Mouth or visit Hartland Abbey and its gardens.

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Explore Hartland Quay and the Wild North Devon Coast

Hartland is a small village surrounded by countryside, with rugged cliffs, rocky coves and coastal walks nearby. Its traditional cottages and coastal holiday homes offer accommodation within easy reach of Hartland Quay and the surrounding coastline. The village has pubs, shops and cafés, while the beaches and coastal paths of the Hartland Peninsula are a short drive away.

 

Hartland Quay, Coastal Walks and Hidden Beaches

Hartland Quay is known for its dramatic rock formations, steep cliffs and the remains of its historic harbour. The beach is mainly rocky, with some sand exposed at low tide. Visitors can explore the shoreline when conditions allow or visit the small museum covering local shipwrecks and maritime history.

The South West Coast Path follows the cliffs around Hartland Point, with views across the Atlantic towards Lundy Island. South of Hartland Quay, a walk of around 20 minutes leads to Speke’s Mill Mouth, where a waterfall drops into a secluded rocky cove. The paths are steep in places, and the beaches have no lifeguard cover.

 

Hartland Village, Hartland Abbey and Nearby Attractions

Hartland village has traditional pubs, independent shops and a historic parish church. Hartland Abbey, a short distance away, is a former monastery converted into a country house, with gardens and woodland walks open to visitors seasonally.

Further north, Clovelly is known for its steep cobbled streets and fishing harbour, while the larger sandy beaches at Westward Ho! are within driving distance. Explore our selection of holiday cottages in Westward Ho! for accommodation closer to a sandy beach.

For more places to stay along this coastline, browse our collection of Devon coastal holiday cottages, including properties around Bideford, Woolacombe and Ilfracombe.


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