Westward Ho! Holiday Cottages

Holiday Cottages in Westward Ho!

As the only place in the UK with an exclamation mark in its name, you might expect Westward Ho! to be a town full of hustle and bustle. Actually, this idyllic village on the coast is the perfect destination for a relaxing family break or romantic couple's getaway. And what better to enjoy this fantastic destination than by choosing one of the great holiday cottages in Westward Ho! this year?

This picturesque part of North Devon is ideal for a cottage holiday all year round. With a beautiful sandy beach, the region has been popular with visitors since Victorian times. Today, the region is a hotspot for surfers, who come to ride the waves all year. Whether you're looking for something spacious for you and your surf buddies, or a cosy little hideaway, there are plenty of Westward Ho! cottages to choose from.

What to do when you stay in holiday cottages in Westward Ho!

In case you're wondering, Westward Ho! is actually named after a historical novel written in 1855 (hence the exclamation mark). While that inimitable sense of British seaside nostalgia pervades the town, Westward Ho! is more popular now than ever it's ever been, especially with a younger surfer crew. Even if you're not there to catch some waves, and simply want to spend some quality time with the kids, you'll still find plenty going on.

The beach at Westward Ho! is one of the finest in all the land. With its beautiful golden sands, it's perfect for a romantic stroll or family day out, and you can even let your dog tag along between the months of October and April. If you are looking for a holiday with your dog in tow, don't forget there are plenty of pet-friendly cottages available in the region.

Head away from the beach, and there are several places definitely worth visiting, such as Northam Burrows National Park, a mixture of landscapes – from rock pools to grasslands – where you can encounter a variety of wildlife, including coastal birds such as sooty shearwaters.

Make your next holiday one to truly remember, and take it on your own terms, whether you're travelling with the kids, pets or just looking for a romantic few days away from it all – Westward Ho! has some top holiday cottages to offer.

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Fiona - Verified booking

Light House is a wonderful place with stunning views.

The moment we walked through the door we were blown away. It was so thoughtfully decorated with no expense spared. It was really nice to have a pint of milk, fresh scones, jam and clotted cream (in fridge) there waiting for us.. We spent time in the lower garden taking in the ever changing views. I have to say that we are missing it already. We had a lovely evening meal out in the Flame Factory and breakfast in the Coffee Cabin. The Seagate was also a great place for an evening out. We drove to Torrington and hired bikes and had a lovely afternoon cycling to Instow (having lunch at the Instow Arms) and back. Appledore is a lovely place to holiday and the Light House was the perfect accommodation. This holiday was the best and calmest we have had so far with our 16 year old Autistic son. We hope we will be able to return sometime in the future. A few small things we feel need attention are the fridge which is very small and the freezer compartment was very frosted up and I think the door to it was broken. This resulted in the fridge door not closing properly. The barbecue really could do with updating as it is very rusty and looked pretty grim/dirty. We did however clean the area we cook on and did use it. It cooked the food well. While having the BBQ we did notice that the only tongs we could find in the kitchen kept falling apart so we had to just use a fork to turn over the meat. Thankyou to Lisa for great communication to my questions prior to the holiday.

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Catherine - Verified booking

We have just returned from a superb relaxing stay at The Lighthouse.

We arrived late after a long journey, it was so welcoming to step into a warm relaxing home. The lights were twinkling across the estuary; day and night the view was sublime. There was a notification on the website of building work possibly limiting the view. Ignore that, the building is almost complete and is low level and discrete, we didn't give it another thought. This is a beautiful place to stay and the beds were like sleeping on clouds, soo comfortable. The cottage was well equipped and tastefully decorated, spotlessly clean and with a welcoming cream tea awaiting us. Our agenda was mainly to relax, with some sightseeing. The lighthouse is an ideal base. We had leisurely breakfasts in the well equipped kitchen overlooking the calming waters of the estuary, watching the changing tides and small boats. Easy access to all areas of Devon, we visited Illfracombe, Woolacombe, Bideford (good for supermarket shopping) Barnstaple and the jewel of Devon, Clovelly. Appledore itself is a traditional fishing village, the quayside and market street shops are quaint, compact and offers everything you could need, we particularly recommend Sylvester's Fish & Chips on Market Street... The chocolate shop opposite was an ideal distraction while waiting for fresh fish to be cooked. We highly recommend The Lighthouse and many thanks to the owners Lisa and Steve, for sharing this gem.

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Ceri - Verified booking

Thank you for a wonderful stay at The Lighthouse!

The house is beautifully decorated and very comfortable. The rooms are excellent size and the kitchen/diner/lounge feature is perfect for families. We loved waking up to the view of the estuary and we were also able to watch boat races in the evenings. There was no building work taking place when we stayed and the house at the bottom of the garden does not obstruct the view. We've visited Appledore many times and this home was a much desired property as there is free parking in the street outside. There are lots of games, DVD's and books at the house which kept our little ones entertained. The walk to the village, although steep, can be made easier via the streets to avoid the narrow road. The two outside areas area separated by a small alleyway, which can make supervising little children from the house tricky. The patio area, although well decorated, needed a bit of a clean before we could use it on arrival. I think the recent bad weather had caused lots of moss etc to fall which we needed to clean up from the outside seating area before using. The table and chairs on the patio are large and able to seat a family of 6 comfortably for dinner. Thank you Lighthouse! We had a fantastic holiday and have made some wonderful memories!

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Emma - Verified booking

Thoroughly enjoyed our recent stay at The Lighthouse.

Setting and views over the estuary are fabulous and available directly from all the downstairs seating areas, outside patios and two of the three bedrooms. The lower seating area is particularly warm on a sunny day, very relaxing space to a have sit and read or just take in the views. The kitchen is well set up for home catering and easy to find your way around. However, weâd definitely recommend trying out some of the eateries in and around Appledore, Instow and nearby Biddeford. Bathroom is a good size and lovely shower with no hot water issues for 5 of us. Downstairs cloakroom provides a useful additional loo. We were a bit worried about parking given some comments, but found even during our high season stay we could park easily on the street, just not necessarily directly outside the property. Appledore is a great base to explore the north Devon coast but donât miss out on the local attractions - catching the ferry over to Instow or having a walk or bike ride in the Tarka Trail.

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Gerard - Verified booking

The pictures are deceiving as there is now a property built at the end of the garden obstructing the view.

The listing states that animals are not allowed at the property but on arrival, we saw a bowl of dog biscuits and a note welcoming us to the dog friendly property. We chose this property for the view which is no longer as stated, and also - due to allergy to dogs - chose as pets were not allowed. We only select properties that do not allow pets for this reason and the listing is therefore very misleading and could - to some - be a major problem. Our allergy reaction was thankfully small, but may be different to others whose allergies are severe and the listing should therefore be altered to reflect this. The location was great with a short walk to Appledore and perfect for exploring North Devon and had everything you needed for a relaxing break. The property is well maintained and clean but would be nice if the balcony had been swept as it was full of old cobwebs when the doors were opened. The welcome pack and supplies left were great and very welcome.

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Holiday Cottages in Westward Ho!

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