1 / 24Sunset Bay - Appledore
Appledore, Devon
A five star reverse level house for six in Appledore, with a fully enclosed, dog secure garden, a private hot tub, a balcony with panoramic views and three dogs welcome.
Two dog bowls, dog blankets, treats and a few poo bags are included at Sunset Bay, which says a good deal about how three dogs are thought of here. Six guests share this luxurious, reverse level dog friendly house, a stroll from the centre of Appledore, with waterside views through the living space's picture windows and a fully enclosed, dog secure garden at the back.
Past the entrance hall, with room for coats and shoes, the living space opens out, bright and triple aspect, with picture windows, comfortable sofas, a large Smart TV and a Sonos soundbar, and three dogs will have found their places before the kettle boils. Sliding doors open onto a large decked balcony with a dining table and a BBQ, and the panorama runs from Westward Ho! to Saunton Sands. The contemporary kitchen adds a breakfast bar, a wine fridge and a Nespresso machine.
Each of the three stylish bedrooms is on the lower floor, and the super king has an en suite. At the rear, reached through patio doors or by the side gate, a sunny, spacious patio has seating, loungers and the private hot tub, and beyond it a generously sized lawn with garden games gives the children and three dogs room to burn off energy while the tub warms. A shed takes the bikes, wetsuits, surfboards and sandy boots.
Appledore's shops, bistros, pubs and attractive quayside are a short walk, and in the summer season a passenger ferry crosses the estuary to Instow, whose sandy estuary beach the owners recommend for walking dogs. The large surfing beach at Westward Ho! is 2 miles away, with a surf academy, tennis courts and the Royal North Devon Golf Club.
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from £1,033 for 7 nights
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At a Glance
- Dogs Welcome
- 3 dogs
- Enclosed Garden
- Yes
- Fully enclosed and dog secure rear garden
- Dog Facilities
- Dog bowls, Secure field
- Sleeps
- 6 guests
- Rooms
- 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
- Price
- from £1,033 / 7 nights
- Grading
- 5 star
- Arrival
- in from 16:00, out by 10:00
- Facilities
- Bbq, Hot tub, Parking, Wifi
Sunset Bay - Appledore from £1,033 for 7 nights
Book with holidaycottages.co.ukFrequently Asked Questions
Is Sunset Bay - Appledore dog friendly?
Yes, and genuinely so — Sunset Bay accommodates up to three dogs as standard, with no need to negotiate. The rear garden is described by the owners themselves as fully enclosed and dog secure, which means your dogs can be let out freely rather than supervised every time. The village of Appledore is small, mostly flat, and well used to dogs, making the daily routine straightforward.
Are dogs allowed at Sunset Bay - Appledore year round?
The listing doesn't specify any seasonal restrictions on dogs, and with a fully enclosed private garden and a village setting rather than a seasonal beach, there's nothing in the details to suggest otherwise. For complete certainty, it's worth confirming directly with the owner when you book.
What should I know before visiting Sunset Bay - Appledore with my dog?
The three-dog allowance is built in, the garden is fully enclosed, and there's a ground floor bedroom and bathroom — useful if your dog has stopped enjoying stairs. Beyond the house, Westward Ho is two and a half miles away, the traffic-free Tarka Trail is three, and Saunton Sands (which we rate a nine) is just over four miles. Appledore itself is very walkable, so an evening loop around the quay is an easy option without needing the car.
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Sunset Bay - Appledore from £1,033 for 7 nights
Book with holidaycottages.co.ukWhat’s Nearby?
Beach2.5 mi awayWestward Ho! Beach
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Walk3.1 mi awayTarka Trail: Fremington Quay to Instow
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A flat estuary trail along the Taw Estuary with big sky views across the water, excellent for dogs and straightforward year round.
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