A self-catering cottage on the waterfront, sleeping 6 people.

Right on the waterfront of the Taw and Torridge estuary, Curlew Cottage has superb views of the estuary and Braunton and Northam Burrows - you will see shore birds, boats and spectacular sunsets. A walled courtyard garden with lighting, table and chairs overlooks the estuary.

Appledore is full of 'olde worlde' charm with narrow cobbled lanes of colour washed houses, fishermen's cottages and a pretty quay. There are local shops , pubs and restaurants within a few minute’s walk. The author Charles Kingsley described Appledore as the 'little white fishing village'. The village was a centre for seafaring activities from mediaeval times, and is still home to shipbuilding, fishing and a maritime museum.

To check availability please go to www.curlew-cottage.com

Location:

• Overlooking the estuary and within yards of the slipway, shoreline and lifeboat station.
• The centre of pretty Appledore with its quay, useful shops and bus services is ten minutes by foot.
• The ancient port of Bideford with many amenities, antique shops and boat trips to Lundy is three miles away.
• Two waterside pubs serving meals are within a few minutes walk.
• The glorious beaches at Instow and Westward Ho! are a within a few minutes drive.

Facilities in Curlew Cottage:

Two living rooms, three bedrooms, kitchen and bathroom: First floor has wonderful estuary views from the living room, which has a "real flame" gas fire, TV, video and music player. There is a master bedroom with double bed and a small bedroom with 2'6" x 5'8" bunks, suitable for children or small adults. Ground floor has a Lounge/dining room with TV and original wood panelling. Dining table for six. Third bedroom with twin beds. Well equipped kitchen/breakfast room overlooking the garden and estuary with table and seating for six. Bathroom with over-bath shower. People who find stairs difficult will appreciate having a bedroom, bathroom, kitchen and lounge and dining room downstairs.

Gas central heating and electricity are included, Dishwasher, Microwave, Fridge and freezer, Washing machine, Gas cooker, Over-bath shower, Bed linen provided, "Real flame" gas fire, Cot and high chair are available on request.

Tariff 2012: Prices from £360 to £790. Short breaks are usually available.

Parking: You can park outside to unload, and then park on street a few yards away or in a local car park, which currently offers a weekly ticket costing £20 (see www.torridge.gov.uk/touristpermit)

Stephanie Blythe
Appledore,
North Devon

Telephone: 07977 907699
or 01422 820467

stephanie@curlew-cottage.com