The Tides

Through the door of The Tides, you're met with ground-floor bedrooms—two with king beds and ensuite showers, one with twin singles—opening straight onto the enclosed garden. This layout means no lugging luggage upstairs, and mornings can start with coffee on the terrace. Upstairs, an open-plan living space pulls in light across a kitchen equipped for real cooking, a dining table for all six, and a sitting area with Smart TV and sound system. Doors lead to a balcony; the garden below is fenced and lawned. Essentials like electricity, wi-fi, bed linen and towels are covered, and a washing machine and tumble dryer handle the inevitable sand and salt water.

The property sits between Westward Ho!'s long sandy beach—a flat walk away—and Appledore's fishing village. The South West Coast Path is on the doorstep; Saunton Sands, Croyde and Exmoor are short drives. There's a pub within a mile and parking for two cars. The enclosed garden suits families who want outdoor space without fuss. A local golf club, adventure park, RHS Rosemoor and Exmoor Zoo are nearby. No smoking inside.