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Duck Egg Cottage

Westward Ho!, Devon
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Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
5 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Complex of properties
Enclosed garden / patio
Hot tub
Internet access
Beach within easy reach
Luxury
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • A truly superb holiday home, perfect for enjoying quality time with friends and family
  • Open-plan, single-storey retreat that has been fitted and furnished throughout to a very high standard
  • Relax and unwind after a day of adventures in your own private hot tub
  • Enjoys private access to The South West Coast path and on to golden sandy beaches
Property code: 89865

Set above Westward Ho! beach, on a family run, 60 acre, privately owned cliff-top estate, you’ll find this collection of beautifully thought-out cottages with incredible sea-views and rolling North Devon countryside surrounding you. Spacious cottages for families and intimate retreats for couples, the location provides a wonderful place to explore, relax and make holiday memories that will last forever. There is a range of facilities here for you to enjoy and all designed for your relaxation. From a play barn for the children and animals to pet and eggs to collect from the chickens to a Scandinavian BBQ hut for dining with amazing sunset views. A rustic barn opens its bar on warm summer nights and the star gazing here is some of the best in the county. Each cottage has private access through the grounds to the South West Coast Path and down onto Westward Ho! beach. Perfect for leaving the car behind and feeling the sand between your toes. Westward Ho! is a pretty village set in an Area of  Outstanding Natural Beauty and close by to the fishing villages of Appledore and Instow. Here you will find plenty to keep you amused and busy, from the ancient villages to secret coves and golden beaches. The local surf school offers lessons and wetsuit hire and the Tarka Trail is a traffic free cycle path taking in many beautiful sights. Amusement arcades, bespoke shops and cafés, crazy golf and restaurants, even the oldest link course in the country to try your hand, at The Royal North Devon Golf Club.

Entering this beautiful single-storey holiday home, you will soon notice the high-end finish throughout. Heading on through to the open-plan lounge/kitchen, the fully equipped kitchen has everything you need to rustle up a hearty breakfast, light lunch, or formal evening meal to enjoy at the dining table. The breakfast bar with stools is ideal for a quick snack or morning coffee. The spectacular lounge is fitted with three comfortable sofas and an electric steam effect stove, creating a truly relaxing space from which to enjoy your favourite films on the Smart TV. At the end of the day head to the bedrooms, which all offer Smart TVs for lazy mornings in bed catching up on the news. There is one super kingsize room, another super kingsize room which can be made up as twin beds on request and a further twin room which can be made up as a super kingsize bed on request.  The bathrooms are composed of one en-suite bathroom and one family shower room.

This holiday home provides its own private courtyard, accessible from the hallway and lounge. This is a beautiful spot where guests can enjoy a soak in the private hot tub. There is garden furniture where you can sit and tuck into a BBQ before heading to the sun loungers to relax. Take in the the stunning views and sea sunset from here. Furthermore, guests can enjoy access to a shared play barn with table football, table tennis, pool and basketball, plus a heated indoor plunge pool available between April and October.

  • 3 bedrooms – 1 super kingsize, 1 super kingsize zip-and-link  (which can be made into twins upon request) and 1 twin zip-and-link (which can be made into a super kingsize on request
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 en-suite bathroom with bath, walk-in shower and WC, and 1 family shower room with a WC
  • Gas oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, coffee machine, wine cooler, and dishwasher, washer/ dryer
  • Travel cot and highchair available on request when booking
  • Smart TVs in lounge and bedrooms
  • Electric flame effect wood burner
  • Private enclosed courtyard with 6-person hot tub, gas BBQ, garden table and chairs, and sun loungers
  • Shared indoor play barn (available March to October inclusive )
  • Private parking for 2 cars
  • Beach, pubs, shops, and restaurants 1.5 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £250 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £30. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Helen Gardner

This property is personally managed by Helen.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 5 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Michelle 25th October 2024

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This cottage is beautiful. Plenty of space , comfortable and beautifully decorated throughout. Everything has been provided in the kitchen and it was lovely and warm . The sofas are also very comfy . The walk from the cottage to Westward ho was steep but its only a 5 min drive away. The hot tub is a lovely extra . It was a lovely place to relax andRead more unwind . Hide

Reviewed by Darren 30th August 2024

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We enjoyed a fabulous cottage with plenty of space, home comforts and cleanliness, just a wonderful, relaxing break on a great, marvelously maintained site, would recommend and return in a heartbeat.

Reviewed by Ashley 19th July 2024

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Loved our Cottage and the owners were really pleasant and helpful. Was great for the little one with the play barn and having the horses and chickens near by was great. Would not hesitate to come back again in the future! Thank you Westward Living

Reviewed by Eleanor 21st April 2024

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Lovely cottage in a beautiful location, we enjoyed a really lovely holiday there.

Reviewed by Mark 11th August 2023

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Faultless holiday, aswsome location, perfect cottage. Great for children and dog's. Close to the beach. Fantastic hosts.

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