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Self-catering Holiday Cottages near Woolacombe

Holiday cottages in Woolacombe are popular among visitors who want to sunbathe, swim or surf at the village’s vast, sandy beach. Woolacombe is a laidback seaside resort on a rugged stretch of the North Devon coast, at the mouth of a deep valley, or ‘combe’. Located within the North Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it is backed by rolling hills, farmland and woods.

The Southwest Coast Path runs past our luxury Woolacombe Bay cottages, crossing towering clifftops, west towards Croyde, Saunton and the Taw estuary, and east to Ilfracombe, Combe Martin and Exmoor National Park. Some of the path’s most impressive stretches are near the village, with breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean, and the opportunity to spot passing dolphins and seals. Woolacombe Bay self-catering holidays are perfect for long days by the sea.

Cottages in Woolacombe

The beach is a beautiful sweep of golden sand, backed by grassy dunes. It is three miles long, with the majority of our Woolacombe holiday homes are located near the northern end of the shore. Exploring the bay, it is easy to see why it has won many awards and earned a reputation as one of Europe’s best-loved beaches. With exceptional surfing conditions, scenic walks, a huge expanse of sand, and a handful of great places to eat and drink, Woolacombe is the ultimate destination for a beach holiday in North Devon.

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Poppy's Barn North Devon Holiday Cottage
Poppy's Barn
Poppy's Barn

Ilfracombe

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Devon

Poppy's Barn is a charming renovated barn perfect for couples looking for a romantic escape to North Devon. The 1 bedroom modern barn conversion has been finished to a high standard making it the perfect base to take in the beautiful scenary surrounding the cottage.

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Devon Beach Court Holiday Cottage Woolacombe, Devon - Sleeps 4
Devon Beach Court
Devon Beach Court

Woolacombe

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Devon

Devon Beach Court is a spacious two bedroom holiday apartment located on the edge of the very popular village of Woolacombe in North Devon. Devon Beach Court sleeps up to four people and ideal for a young family or couple looking to spend a Summer holiday enjoying the delights of North Devon.

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Ocean View Penthouse Apartment Woolacombe, Devon - Sleeps 4
Ocean View Penthouse
Ocean View Penthouse

Woolacombe

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Devon

Enjoy stunning sea views from the luxury Ocean View Penthouse, a stunning two bedroom, top floor apartment in Woolacombe, North Devon. Located on the Esplanade, the couple and family friendly holiday apartment, with private off road car parking is only a short walk from Barricane and Woolacombe beach.

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2 Gull Rock holiday cottage Woolacombe
2 Gull Rock
2 Gull Rock

Woolacombe

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Devon

2 Gull Rock is set on the hillside overlooking Woolacombe and Combesgate, offering stunning ocean views. Sleeping 4 people in 2 bedrooms with an open plan living area and spacious wooden decking, you can enjoy the sun, sea and stunning views from your luxury coastal holiday home.

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Royd Holiday Cottage West-Down, Devon - Sleeps 4
Royd Cottage
Royd Cottage

West Down

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Devon

Less than a mile from the small village of West Down with its fantastic village pub and shop, Royd Cottage is just one of six countryside holiday cottages at Lower Aylescott. This fantastic two bedroom holiday let is an ideal choice for couples and families looking for a quiet retreat, yet close to the North Devon coast.

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Smithy Holiday Cottage West-Down, Devon - Sleeps 4
Smithy Cottage
Smithy Cottage

West Down

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Devon

Smithy Cottage, a cosy two bedroom cottage is set in the beautiful Devon countryside, just a few miles outside the charming village of West Down, that has its own sho and village pub. The coast and beaches at Woolacombe and Saunton, as well as the larger resorts of Braunton and Ilfracombe are all within close proximity.

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Blare Holiday Cottage West-Down, Devon - Sleeps 4
Blare Cottage
Blare Cottage

West Down

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Devon

Just a few miles outside West Down, a small village in North Devon, not far from Braunton and Ilfracombe, Blare Cottage is a wonderful two-bedroom countryside cottage at Lower Aylescott. Set in a lovely peaceful rural location, it offers families and couples a quiet and tranquil countrysidebreak, close to the coast.

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Braefoot Holiday Cottage West-Down, Devon - Sleeps 4
Braefoot
Braefoot

West Down

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Devon

Braefoot Cottage at Lower Aylescott is set just outside the small North Devon village of West Down, home to an excellent village pub and well-stocked shop! This two bedroom countryside cottage is well-placed for exploring the North Devon coast, with Ilfracombe, Woolacombe and Combe Martin all just a short drive away.

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5 Hartland House holiday cottage Woolacombe
5 Hartland House
5 Hartland House

Woolacombe

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Devon

Sleeping 5 people in 3 bedrooms, 5 Hartland House is a stunning top floor apartment with beautiful views reaching across Woolacombe over to Putsborough. Enjoy the sunrise over the valley and the sunset on the beach from the bay windows in your comfortable living room.

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Sunnycliffe House Holiday Cottage Woolacombe, Devon - Sleeps 6
Sunnycliffe House
Sunnycliffe House

Woolacombe

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Devon

Set high on the cliffs above Woolacombe in North Devon, Sunnycliffe House is a short walk to the award-winning Woolacombe beach, as well as the smaller, family friendly Barricane Beach. Sunnycliffe House comfortably sleeps up to six in three bedrooms and enjoys wonderful sea views.

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8 Coastal View holiday cottage Woolacombe
8 Hartland House
8 Hartland House

Woolacombe

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Devon

8 Hartland House is set just off Woolacombe Bay with stunning views of the 3-mile stretch of award-winning beach. Sleeping 6 people in 3 bedrooms each with an en-suite bathroom, you can enjoy relaxing afternoons on the beach before returning to your contemporary holiday home in Woolacombe for evening entertainment.

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Lake View Holiday Cottage West-Down, Devon - Sleeps 6
Lake View Cottage
Lake View Cottage

West Down

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Devon

Lake View Cottage, a wonderful spacious three-bedroom cottage set just outside the North Devon village of West Down is only 10 minutes away from both Braunton and Ilfracombe. This family friendly property is ideally placed for enjoying the surrounding countryside but also for enjoyable family days at the beach.

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Aggies Holiday Cottage Ilfracombe, Devon - Sleeps 6
Aggie's Cottage
Aggie's Cottage

Ilfracombe

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Devon

Aggie’s Cottage, a lovely barn conversion dating back to the Domesday Book has been beautifully converted to sleep 6 in three bedrooms. Situated high on the hill above Ilfracombe, the popular Victorian seaside town, recently made famous by Damien Hirst’s massive bronze statue “Verity” but also only a 5 minute drive to Woolacombe and its bustling village and award winning beach, guests at Aggie’s Cottage are within easy reach of these two popular North Devon coastal resorts.

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Duror Holiday Cottage West-Down, Devon - Sleeps 6
Duror Cottage
Duror Cottage

West Down

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Devon

A three bedroom self-catering cottage set in the North Devon countryside outside the small village of West Down, Duror Cottage is a fantastic choice for a relaxing countryside break in North Devon. It is not far from the popular resorts of Braunton and Ilfracombe, and the award-winning beach at Woolacombe.

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Memory House Dog Friendly Holiday Cottage Woolacombe, Devon - Sleeps 7
Memory House
Memory House

Woolacombe

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Devon

Memory House is situated in one of the best spots on the famous Esplanade in Woolacombe. Due to its unique location, this spacious family friendly holiday home boasts the most spectacular beach and sea views. Admire the views or enjoy a spectacular Devon sunset from the private hot tub on the wrap around terrace.

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Coast View Dog Friendly Holiday Cottage Woolacombe, Devon - Sleeps 10
Coast View
Coast View

Woolacombe

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Devon

The stunning five bedroom Coast View sleeps up to 10 guests and is pefect for those looking for a central base in the popular seaside resort of Woolacombe in North Devon. This luxury holiday home enjoys stunning views over the award winning beach and benefits from its own private hot tub and off road car parking.

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Higher Mullacott Farmhouse Holiday Cottage Ilfracombe, Devon - Sleeps 10
Higher Mullacott Farmhouse
Higher Mullacott Farmhouse

Ilfracombe

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Devon

Higher Mullacott Farmhouse is one of three self-catered cottages at Higher Mullacott Farm. The stunning period farmhouse, which has been redecorated to the highest standard sleeps 10 in 5 bedrooms. Higher Mullacott Farmhouse is located above the popular seaside town of Ilfracombe on the North Devon coast.

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Barton Rock holiday cottage Braunton
Barton Rock
Barton Rock

Braunton

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Devon

Barton Rock is a large and luxury contemporary holiday home on the outskirts of Braunton only a short drive from popular beaches Croyde and Woolacombe. The open-plan ground floor is spacious and light with access to the private fenced garden, outdoor furniture and private hot tub. Each bedroom has an en-suite and there is a game room to entertain the kids.

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Dollys Barn Holiday Cottage Ilfracombe, Devon - Sleeps 11
Dolly's Barn
Dolly's Barn

Ilfracombe

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Devon

Dolly’s Barn is a large, family and group friendly holiday let sleeping up to 11 in six bedrooms. Situated at Higher Mullacott Farm on the edge of Ilfracombe in North Devon, guests staying at Dolly's Barn are ideally located for exploring the local area including Woolacombe, which is only a five minute drive away.

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Westwell Hall
Westwell Hall

Ilfracombe

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Devon

Sleeping 28 people in 14 bedrooms, Westwell Hall is the perfect holiday home for large groups looking to escape to Devon. Located in Ilfracombe, on the North Deon coastline, you can enjoy beach walks and sea swimming before returning to the comfort of your 4 story holiday home.

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What is There to Do on a Woolacombe bay holiday?

Walk around Woolacombe down to the beach from your holiday accommodation Woolacombe.

• Sunbathe and build sandcastles on the golden sand.

Book surfing lessons with one of the village’s reputable schools.

• Enjoy the six-mile walk along the sand to Putsborough and back to the village through the dunes.

• Explore the village’s shops, within walking distance of holiday cottages in Woolacombe.

• Play a round of mini golf at Funder Island.

• Watch the sun set on the horizon from a seafront pub or restaurant in Woolacombe.

• Walk up the hill to the pretty clifftop village of Mortehoe.

• Hike a section of the South West Coast Path, on the doorstep of our luxury holiday cottages in Woolacombe Bay Devon.

• Explore the neigbouring harbour of Ilfracombe or the market town of Barnstaple.

• Take a day trip to Exmoor National Park, a scenic drive eastward from your Woolacombe holiday home.

How to Make the Most of the Coast on a Self-Catering Woolacombe beach Holiday

Woolacombe Bay is a three-mile stretch of golden sand, backed by grassy dunes and cliffs. At the northern end of the village, Barricane is a smaller beach with rockpools and an excellent café serving Sri Lankan food. At the southern end of the beach, Putsborough is a sheltered stretch of sand overlooked by towering cliffs. The seafront is a short walk or drive from Woolacombe Bay cottages, and there is parking on the Esplanade, which overlooks the beach, and in a number of car parks in the village. Just behind the beach, Funder Island is a fun, family attraction with a pirate-themed mini golf course and bumper cars. There is a tourist information centre for visitors seeking tips on how to make the most of Woolacombe Bay self-catering holidays. During the summer months, lifeguards maintain safety at the beach, where swimmers and surfers are separated by flags. Woolacombe is a multi-award-winning beach, thanks to its clean water and vast, unspoiled stretch of sandy shore. Letting holiday cottages in the area are particularly popular among visitors who want to spend most of their time on the beach, where there is always plenty of space for sunbathing, building sandcastles, and water sports. The South West Coast Path runs through the village, with spectacular views along the coast and across the ocean, toward Lundy Island. Many holiday cottages in Woolacombe have easy access to the path, which crosses towering cliffs and passes secluded, hidden coves. Further afield, the coast is scattered with ancient harbours such as Clovelly and Lynmouth, and charming seaside towns and villages, including Ilfracombe, Combe Martin, and Westward Ho!

Surfing Near Our Woolacombe Bay Apartments and Cottages

Thanks to its sandy shore, clean water and west-facing position, Woolacombe provides excellent, consistent conditions for surfers of all levels. With three miles of shore, there is plenty of room for everyone to catch a few waves, even in the middle of summer. Unlike many other surf spots on the North Devon coast, Woolacombe produces waves at all stages of the tide, although the quality may deteriorate slightly when the tide is at its highest. When the swell is large or the wind is strong, more manageable conditions can often be found at Putsborough, which is either a short drive or a walk along the shore from holiday cottages in Woolacombe bay Devon. There are a number of good surf shops and schools in the village for visitors who want to take lessons, or buy or rent boards and wetsuits.

Best Places to Eat and Drink Near our Woolacombe Holiday Cottages

There are a number of pubs and bars within walking distance of Woolacombe bay self-catering accommodation. The Red Barn is a local favourite, with a good selection of local ales, an impressive display of vintage surfboards, and a terrace with sea views. On Beach Road, Bar Electric is a popular spot for cocktails or a bite to eat, while Captain Jack’s is a cosy pub with a range of rums. For a night out on Woolacombe beach holidays, see what’s on at the village’s popular nightclub, Marisco. Woolacombe is also home to one of the region’s best fine dining restaurants, Noel Corston, where you can expect superb food prepared with fresh, local ingredients. The beach café at Putsborough provides refreshments for walkers completing the six-mile round trip from our Woolacombe holiday homes. A pair of historic pubs can be found in the village of Mortehoe, a short but steep walk uphill from Woolacombe. Mortehoe is also home to an excellent fish and chip shop.  

Shops Near Cottages in Woolacombe

There are plenty of shops in the village centre, within walking distance of our luxury Woolacombe holiday rentals. There is a small grocery on West Road selling a good range of local produce, while Woolacombe Holiday Shop is the place to go for buckets, spades and anything else you need for a day on the beach. On the main road into Woolacombe, there is a petrol station with a small shop. There are a number of shops selling clothing and surf equipment, including The Bay Surf Shop and Shore 2 Surf. The nearest supermarkets can be found in the neighbouring town of Ilfracombe, or the village of Braunton.

Other Places to Visit Near your holiday cottage in Woolacombe

Woolacombe holiday apartments are close to a number of other beaches, for visitors who want to explore the coast. Croyde and Saunton are both a short drive away, with beautiful, sandy bays and great surfing conditions. There are a few lesser-known spots nearby, too, including secluded Rockham Beach, which must be reached on foot, either on the coast path or from Mortehoe. A little further east, Lee Bay is a rocky beach, backed by fields and woods, with a lovely pub, the Grampus. Many of North Devon’s best family attractions can be reached within a few miles of our luxury holiday cottages Woolacombe, including the much loved Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park, home to wolves, lions and remarkable animatronic dinosaurs hidden in the woods. Nearby, Watermouth Castle is another popular family attraction with a theme park, toy train and gardens. The market town of Barnstaple is a short drive southward from Woolacombe, with a variety of shops. Head to Butchers Row or the Pannier Market for fresh produce and gifts. East of our Woolacombe holiday cottages, Ilfracombe is a charming town with independent shops, graceful Victorian architecture and plenty of seaside amusements. The town has a bustling working harbour, where Damien Hirst’s striking Verity statue looks out to sea. A scenic drive east from our holiday cottages in Woolacombe, Exmoor National Park is a wild expanse of moors, rocky coast and deep, wooded valleys, where wild ponies and deer are often spotted.

Where are the best Woolacombe Cottages?

Many of the holiday cottages in Woolacombe are located on the esplanade offering sea views from the comfort of your living room. Despite most of the pubs, surf schools and activities being in the centre of Woolacombe, there are a number of Woolacombe Cottages on the hillside as your come into Woolacombe and as you drive towards Morethoe giving you plenty of choice when deciding where you would like to stay during your holiday in Woolacombe.

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