The Old Apple House in Cornwall | Cottage With a Hot Tub

About The Old Apple House

Discover the charm of The Old Apple House, a luxurious retreat nestled in the serene Devonshire countryside. This stunning property accommodates up to 8 guests, making it perfect for family gatherings or a group of friends seeking a tranquil escape.

The accommodation boasts four beautifully appointed bedrooms, including two kingsize rooms, one of which features an en-suite shower room.

The ground floor layout leads to a secluded patio, perfect for morning coffee. The heart of the home is the spacious lounge with vaulted ceilings and a cosy woodburner, ideal for relaxing evenings.

Step outside to enjoy the private walled garden or unwind in the jacuzzi-style hot tub, offering a touch of indulgence to your stay.

With an enclosed garden and two courtyards, outdoor living is as inviting as the interior comforts.

Whether seeking a peaceful retreat or a base to explore Devon's enchanting towns and beaches, The Old Apple House is a sublime choice for a memorable cottage break.

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Need To Know

✓Dogs Allowed: 4
✓Bedrooms: 4
✓Bathrooms
✓5 Star Cottage
✓Enclosed Garden
✓Open Fire / Wood Burner
✓Hot Tub
✓Internet Access
✓Towels Included
✓Travel Cot
✓Highchair
✓Arrival Time: 14:30pm
✓Good cottage for families
✓Rural
✓Washing machine
✓BBQ
✓Parking onsite
✓Accidental Damage Deposit £350
✓Accidental Damage Waiver £40
✓Oven with hob
✓TV

Cottages Near The Old Apple House

16 Miles

South West of England » Cornwall

Sleeps 6

Pets 1

Hot Tub

Bedrooms: 3

This stylish townhouse is in the bustling fishing town of Ilfracombe, known as the cultural and culinary centre of North Devon, and is ideal for families or a group of friends looking for an active holiday by the sea.

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What do guests love about this accommodation?

Guests adored the tranquil location and the privacy offered by The Old Apple House. The spacious and comfortable interiors, including the well-equipped kitchen and the inviting lounge with a woodburner, received high praise. The secure garden was a hit with pet owners, while the hot tub provided a luxurious touch that was thoroughly enjoyed by all.

Getting there

To get to The Old Apple House, if travelling by car, take the M5 motorway and exit towards North Devon. For rail travellers, the nearest train station is Barnstaple, from which you can take a taxi or local bus services to reach your destination.

Nearby Essentials

During your stay, you'll have convenient access to a selection of nearby amenities, including some of the area's tastiest takeout options. Click any of the postcodes for a map along with handy driving instructions and the fastest route from your accommodation.

Service	Distance (miles)	Postcode
Pharmacy	4.5 miles	EX39 3HN
Train station	9.2 miles	EX31 2AU
Pub	1.8 miles	EX39 5HN
Dog walk	0.5 miles	EX39 5HN
Supermarket	3.1 miles	EX39 3QU
Indian takeaway ('Taj Mahal')	4.7 miles	EX39 3BH
Chinese takeaway ('The Golden Fry')	4.6 miles	EX39 3DJ
Italian takeaway ('La Petite Casa')	4.7 miles	EX39 3JL

For families with Kids

With its spacious garden and proximity to family-friendly beaches, this destination is excellent for families with children. The secure outdoor space is ideal for play, and nearby attractions offer engaging activities for young explorers.

Is The Old Apple House A good location for couples?

This destination is a romantic haven for couples, offering a secluded setting with a hot tub for intimate evenings. Nearby, the picturesque coastal towns provide idyllic days out, with boat trips and coastal walks adding to the romantic experience.

Dining and Cafes

Nearby, 'Mariners Bar & Restaurant' (01237 473263) and 'The Seagate' (01237 472589) offer delightful dining experiences, both within a 10-minute drive from the cottage.

Within walking distance of your cottage

A short walk away you'll find stunning sandy beaches, scenic coastal paths, quaint local shops, and inviting pubs, all set within the charming Devonshire landscape.

Quickfire FAQs

Does this accommodation have a hot tub?

Yes, the property features a private hot tub, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring the Devonshire countryside. The hot tub is meticulously maintained, ensuring a relaxing and hygienic experience for all guests.

Is this accommodation pet-friendly?

Indeed, the property welcomes up to two dogs, making it an ideal choice for pet owners. The enclosed garden ensures a safe and enjoyable space for your furry friends to roam freely.

How many bedrooms does the accommodation have?

The accommodation boasts four well-appointed bedrooms, including two kingsize rooms, one twin room, and one bunk bedroom, catering to a variety of sleeping arrangements for guests.

Is there parking available at the property?

Yes, there is ample off-road parking available at the property, providing convenient and secure space for your vehicles throughout your stay.

Are there any family-friendly features at this accommodation?

The property is family-friendly, offering a large walled garden for outdoor activities, a travel cot, and a highchair for the little ones, ensuring a comfortable stay for families.

What are the check-in and check-out times for this property?

Guests can arrive at the property from 14:30 onwards, and departure is before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in the arrival details, allowing for a smooth and efficient transition.

The Old Apple House Reviews

Sarah

A few steps to get to the property, the property itself is lovely, very clean and well equipped. Had a great couple of days here. Just remember to take all you need, like salt & pepper, extra toilet rolls, dishwasher tablets etc.

Steven

Nice location, quiet yet still close enough to Bideford for food and shops, beaches etc, well equipped accommodation, hot tub a bonus, lots of steps inside and out, plus slope from car park to house, could do with more info on the waste recycling as there are lots of bins but nothing to say what is for what, and tumble dyer very noisy

Kellie

Absolutely beautiful holiday house and garden. Garden was completely private and secure and perfect for a relaxing break away with our dogs.

Helen

Lovely property, location quiet and peaceful setting. Hot tub was fantastic, we went in everyday, sometimes twice! Lounge in particular was very comfortable, plenty of space and nice sofas. Bedrooms were comfortable and bathrooms/showers were great!

Barry

Garden very untidy (grass not cut and lots of weeds), areas outside unkempt, BBQ would not use awful condition, garden furniture dated and dirty. Would not take a lot of effort or expenditure to provide some colour around the entertainment areas. Inside fridge not up to standard and wobbles about, the whole place is tired (a coat of paint would helRead morep) and this is the first house that NO condiments (I mean NOTHING 0 salt pepper welcome pack) and only 1 loo role in each bathroom for a week! Hide

Claire

A lovely upside down house with spacious rooms, games and books and a super hot tub. Enclosed walled garden gteat for kids and dog and very private. A great base for north Devon exploring, we had a great week.

Ian

An excellent place to stay for a family group. Close to many resorts in North Devon. Would recommend a stop at any time of year

Jacky

Our 3rd visit to this lovely property. Hot tub perfect after a day walking in the area. The garden is very secure for our dog, and the property offers a quiet location with easy access to many lovely beaches. Well equipped and very clean. We have already booked for next year!!

Nina

The lights in the lounge didnt really work and the spots that did flickered! We had to use the lights in the kitchen. I would suggest people are aware to bring own dishwasher tablets and antibac etc as there is non available not even one tablet to get you through the first night! The house itself was great and ideal for what we needed.

Kate

We had an amazing stay at the Old Apple House. The cottage was welcoming and clean. We really enjoyed the space, hot tub, and fireplace. Our host was very accommodating.

William Timothy

The cottage is situated on a very pretty estate. The Interior dcor is very pleasant. The glass doors from the kitchen to the patio area needs protection from the sun as this has a tendency to superheat the kitchen and along with the heat from the boiler. This is particularly uncomfortable in hot weather. When comparing this to other 4 to 5 star proRead moreperties that we have stayed in, it did not provide a welcome pack on arrival, which is a touch that holiday makers like ourselves appreciate. Hide

Ben

A beautiful holiday cottage, with everything you could want for a relaxing break in north Devon. We had a fantastic week, despite the very british weather!

Sarah

Spacious and comfortable. We enjoyed the hot tub and there was plenty of space outside too. Make sure to bring everything down to salt and pepper and bin bags with you as nothing is provided. Another thing to be aware of (we managed to miss the small print) is that if bringing dogs you cant leave them in the house unattended within the rules of the managing agents. This caused us some disruption to our plans. Nice place for a family holiday - but maybe leave the dogs at home!

Amy

The property was very clean and well equipped which made our holiday very relaxing. The hot tub was refilled and cleaned before our arrival which did mean that we couldn't use it until the Sunday, but it was well worth the wait! We will definitely be recommending this property and re booking it ourselves.

Wendy

Lovely, clean, well equipped cottage in a peaceful location. Garden totally secure when drive gate closed. Supermarkets about 15 min drive, local beaches about 10-15 min drive. Well situated for visiting other beaches, popular towns and villages. Owner responded quickly and resolved a little problem we had. Would definitely recommend and hope to st ay here again.

Sarah

Fantastic holiday home! We didnt want to leave

Hannah

Amazing cottage! Beautiful big secure garden, Rooms all spacious. Lovely quiet location not too far into town. We went as a family of 4 with 2 dogs and had a truly amazing holiday, great log burning fire and the girls enjoyed the hottub everyday twice a day. We baked with the girls cookies and buns the kitchen had everything we needed except scales . We loved that there was dog gates we could put up to keep them in kitchen to dry off despite being open planned.

Ruth

This is a well equipped, very clean & warm cottage. The heating system is controlled via WiFi but could be overridden to suit our comfort level. There are lots of steps & a steep path down to the cottage & lots of steps inside. The layout is quirky & very pleasantly decorated. Its quiet & secluded but no views from windows. Garden is a steep slope. Our bed in the master bedroom was extremely comfortable. The hot tub was enjoyed by the younger members of our group.

Annie

Spacious house well situated for the North Devon coast. Great enclosed garden for dogs and the hot tub was fabulous, especially in the rain! Always warm and plenty of hot water. On the downside, beware the low beams - several headaches caused by them! Also if you are bringing a baby, bring your own cot bed - the one provided has no matress or sheet s. Also bring all the kitchen basics as these are not provided , nor are towels for hot tub use. Also no wifi when we were there so check that.

Donna

A really lovely property with a quirky layout in a very private setting. Fabulous hot tub, and fully enclosed garden. We hade a thoroughly enjoyable stay and would recommend.

Claire

The layout suited our needs. The dog loved playing in the enclosed garden. The hot tub was a nice touch and the cottage was lovely & warm. Nice location very quiet in the evening.

Louise

Lovely cottage, very comfortable, plenty of room. Ideal if you have children or dogs. Amazing hot tub. Very quiet location and nicely situated. Highly recommend.

Sarah

Feels like our second home, very well equipped, including dog blankets and cushions in case anything is forgotten. The hot tub was very welcome after a blowy walk along the beach!! Great location, lovely and quiet spot with Bideford just a 5 min drive away. Cant wait to return again

Stuart

A great place to stay in a quiet and peaceful environment but, still relatively short drive to shops, beaches etc

Richard

Excellent place to rest and enjoy - especially the hot tub!! All you need for a great holiday near the beaches of golden sands

Tracey

Excellent family accommodation, clean and comfortable. Secure garden that allowed our dog to explore and have fun, with blankets and cushions for them to curl up on. Kitchen well equipped with everything you might need and a bonus of a dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer. Was thrilled to have a hot tub which was used by all the family, gre at to sit in it at night with all the lights on. Would recommend this accommodation for a family get away.

Claire

We really enjoyed our week at the Old Apple House and it allowed us to explore lots of lovely places nearby. The house was really comfortable and quiet, and we made good use of the hot tub!

Dorothy

Lots to like about this property, clean and nice garden with a great hot tub to relax in after a day out. Car is a must to get about. Close by are dog friendly beaches, pretty town of Instow we enjoyed very much, took a little boat ride over to Appledore and back. Had a lovely weeks holiday and would go back x

Michelle

Peaceful calm ideal break away from the stress of every day

Michaela

Had a fab week staying at The Old Applehouse. Just like home from home thoroughly enjoyed it. Met the owner who was very friendly and would definitely return thank you!!

Tony

The house was perfect for our needs - comfortable and enjoyable. No criticisms.

Karen

This cottage is a little upside down and topsy turvy but it was a great place to stay with the family and dogs. The bedrooms are lovely and with their own french doors brought air into the rooms in the morning. The kitchen was the perfect size for our large family and their was plenty of storage for food and drink. The hot tub was fantastic. It was extremely hard to get the children out in the evening. A great place to stay.

Maria

The Old Apple House was found to be a very private and secluded property. Very quirky in character with its twists and turns from the different rooms. Light and spacious with a lovely open access to a well equipped patio and garden area. The master bedroom had a very comfortable bed and the entire property was clean and maintained to a good standar d. Excellent all round holiday experienced.

Jim

Absolutely fantastic property, beautifully kept and very clean. Very spacious and comfortable, we felt at home immediately. Perfect for a relaxing break, quiet and perfect gated garden enclosure for our little dog. The hot tub was amazing, the whole family made good use of it to wind down after days out exploring the lovely surrounding area. Bidefo rd had everything we needed, such as a choice of 3 large supermarkets and plenty of choices for takeaways and restaurants. Fantastic, we will be back!

Anne

Lovely modern cottage in a lovely location. Very well decorated and furnished. Lovely hot tub. Would highly recommend!

Gillian

Had a wonderful New Year week. Perfectly situated for a number of beaches. Needed help on New Years Eve and the owners came round straight away Many thanks Beds and rooms very comfy, kitchen very well equipped

Natasha

The property was perfect, everything we needed and more! Thank you, this was exactly what we needed and we had a perfect family Christmas. I would thoroughly recommend this property for a holiday any time of year.

Melanie

A lovely furnished comfortable multi level property . Had great parking for 2 cars, a secure gate that could be closed to keep the dogs safe . The sat nav took us right to the last fork and tried to send us to the right rather than left so thank you to the owners directions for this . The building is unique and spacious. The main bedroom and en-sui te is particularly lovely with an amazing shower . The beds are on the firm side but all bedding spotless and comfortable .

Michael

This is a well-designed, comfortable, spacious, child and dog-friendly and well-equipped property in a quiet location, easily accessible from Bideford. It has a lovely patio off the kitchen which gets the sun almost all day. It has parking for two cars, although the entrance is a little narrow. In my opinion, it needs a little improvement in one or two areas such as the bathrooms. There are no immediate walks from the property.

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Attractions Near The Old Apple House

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained at The Old Apple House itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what Cornwall has to offer, here are some of the nearby attractions you can enjoy during your stay. Please note that some of these activities and days out are paid and it's always a good idea to book in advance to secure your place where applicable.

Found a special day out near your cottage? Please let us know and we'll add it so that other visitors can enjoy it too!

The Big Sheep - EX39 5AP

about 3 Miles

This is a really unique attraction in the Devon region with many unique events taking place throughout the year. The Halloween Festival in October is well planned where you can take pumpkin carving workshops, ride the ghost train and go to witches flying school. All year round there are some excellent

Milky Way Adventure Park - EX39 5RY

about 8 Miles

The Milky Way Adventure Park is a fun day out for the whole family and has rides and attractions for all ages. There are four major rides including a thrilling roller coaster and an amazing vertical slide for the older kids and grown ups and six fascinating live shows which will entertain the whole family. During your visit you can enjoy bird of prey experiences, find your way out of the maze and feed and cuddle the baby animals.

North Devon Farm Park - EX32 7ET

about 10 Miles

North Devon Farm Park is a haven for wildlife and has a fantastic location making it the perfect place for a day out during the summertime. As well as gorgeous scenery, picnic areas and plenty of space for children to play the park offers a Play Area, Tea Room serving local produce, a Petting Zoo where little ones will love meeting the affectionate animals and Nature tTails. There is also a Play Area.

Exmoor Zoo - EX31 4SG

about 16 Miles

Exmoor Zoo is described as a "family zoo" on their website and it certainly makes a great day out for families. There are many exotic and rare animals as well as birds to see which are living in natural surroundings. Some recent improvements at the zoo include a new 5 metre tower at the cheetahs and raised walkways at the "beast". There is also a new viewing platform over the sitatunga. As well as the amazing animals to experience there are regular fun activities such as face painting, daily events and zoo trails.

Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park - EX34 0NG

about 16 Miles

Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park is a big hit with families and has a wonderful setting within 26 acres of Sub Tropical grounds. During a stroll around the site you will encounter so of the worlds most endangered animals and also take a peek back to prehistoric times when Dinosaurs roamed the earth. The park is home to the worlds only full size animatronic Tyrannosaurus Rex as well as Lions, Wolves, Sea Lions, Meerkats and many other species, Top attractions include the amazing Sea Lion Shows, Falconry Display and Sea Lion Swims.

Dingles Steam Village - EX14 0RS

about 21 Miles

Dingles Steam Village is an all weather attraction crammed with activities for the whole family to enjoy. The site has a wonderful Café serving home cooked meals, a fun Soft Play Area for younger children, an Agility Course for older kids and several Nature Trails for the family to explore together. The site also displays working and static exhibits of Steam Engines as well as old Fairground Rides so is educational as well as fun!

Trethorne Leisure Park - PL15 8QE

about 26 Miles

Trethrone Leisure Park in Cornwall is a popular choice for a family day out and offers an excellent programme of activities for children all year round. The park has a farm area where younger kids will love feeding the lambs and other friendly animals. Pony rides, a large play area, ball pool; trampolines and crazy golf are also available.

The Donkey Sanctuary - EX10 0NU

about 27 Miles

The Donkey Sanctuary is a working refuge for rescued Donkeys but is also a popular place for a day trip in South Devon. The site will appeal to animal lovers of all ages and gives visitors the chance to meet some of the friendly animals and also learn about the work done at the sanctuary. Visitors will also have the opportunity to adopt a Donkey.