Sea Sanctuary in Devon. Book This Hot Tub Cottage For Less

About Sea Sanctuary

Discover the tranquility of a private retreat at the Sea Sanctuary, a former coach house transformed into a stylish reverse-level accommodation, perfect for couples seeking a serene getaway. This elegant cottage, nestled within the owner's grounds, ensures privacy while offering breathtaking sunset views of the ocean and Bideford Bay from the first-floor lounge.

The Sea Sanctuary comfortably sleeps two guests in a king-size bedroom with an en-suite shower room.

The downstairs bedroom opens onto a private courtyard, featuring a luxurious hot tub, where you can unwind under the stars. The cottage boasts a well-equipped kitchen with modern amenities, ensuring a seamless stay.

With its enclosed garden and patio, the Sea Sanctuary is pet-friendly, welcoming up to two dogs.

Enjoy the convenience of private parking and the proximity to local shops, pubs, and the golden sands of Westward Ho! Beach, all within walking distance.

The Sea Sanctuary is an idyllic escape for those looking to indulge in coastal charm and comfort.

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Need To Know

✓Downstairs bedroom
✓Downstairs bathroom
✓Waterside views
✓Enclosed garden / patio
✓Hot tub
✓Internet access
✓Pub within 1 mile
✓Shop within 1 mile
✓Beach within 5 miles
✓Fishing on site / nearby
✓Romantic
✓Parking on site / nearby
✓Cottage

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Seadrift Westward Ho!

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South West of England » Devon

Sleeps 10

Hot Tub

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This spacious and stylish semi detached house sits in an elevated position and has been stylishly fitted and furnished and offers a large decked area perfect for sunbathing and relaxing, whilst being within walking distance of a popular sandy beach. Westward Ho!

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Homestar

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South West of England » Devon

Sleeps 6

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Westward Ho! is a delightful and charming Victorian coastal resort which offers a wide range of attractions, including the Royal North Devon Golf Club, the North Devon Surf School, tennis courts, National Trust cliff top walks and Northam Burrows Country Park.

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Golf View

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South West of England » Devon

Sleeps 8

Hot Tub

Bedrooms: 4

You will be a short walk from Westward Ho!, which boasts a beautiful two mile sandy beach and unique pebble ridge which links to the Northam Burrows Country Park. This popular seaside town offers an array of cafes, restaurants, pubs, shops and family entertainment.

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Fuchsias

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South West of England » Devon

Sleeps 6

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A stunning five star holiday home located in of Westward Ho! on Devon s Atlantic Coast.

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Westward Pebbleridge

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South West of England » Devon

Sleeps 4

Hot Tub

Bedrooms: 2

Lying within a small award winning family run caravan park in the popular seaside location of Westward Ho! this apartment offers peace and tranquillity just steps away from the beach and local amenities. Popular with sunbathers and surfers alike, Westward Ho!

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Stafford House

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South West of England » Devon

Sleeps 12

Hot Tub

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Situated in an elevated position taking advantage of far reaching views over Bideford Bay, the Bristol Channel and towards Lundy, this property is a short walk from the delightful village of Westward Ho!

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Sunrise

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South West of England » Devon

Sleeps 6

Hot Tub

Bedrooms: 3

Just a short stroll from Westward Ho! which is famous for its beautiful two mile sandy beach and unique pebble ridge. This popular seaside resort offers an array of cafes, restaurants, pubs, shops and family entertainment to keep the kids entertained.

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Bay View Westward Ho!

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South West of England » Devon

Sleeps 8

Hot Tub

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An idyllic coastal retreat accessed via its very own gated driveway is perfectly situated in an elevated position taking advantage of far reaching views over Bideford Bay, the Bristol Channel and towards Lundy Island.

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Salty Tides

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South West of England » Devon

Sleeps 6

Hot Tub

Bedrooms: 3

Luxury property within walking distance of the beach with its very own hot tub. This fabulous property has been stylishly fitted and furnished to provide a comfortable stay for the whole family, with two miles of golden sandy beach and amenities virtually on your doorstep making it a great base.

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Pebbles At Westward Ho!

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South West of England » Devon

Sleeps 6

Hot Tub

Bedrooms: 3

The popular seaside town also offers an array of cafes, restaurants, pubs, shops, family entertainments, access to the South West Coast Path and there are some lovely walks across the Burrows.

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Helpful Info To Get More From Your Stay

What do guests love about this accommodation?

Guests adore the Sea Sanctuary for its immaculate cleanliness, comfortable and well-presented interiors, and the exceptionally comfy bed. The convenient location offers great local walks and proximity to the beach, while the private hot tub adds a luxurious touch. The property's quietness and the owners' respect for guest privacy are also highly appreciated.

Getting there

To get to Sea Sanctuary, if driving, take the M5 motorway and exit towards North Devon. Follow signs to Bideford and then to Westward Ho! For rail travellers, the nearest train station is Barnstaple, from where you can take a taxi or bus to the 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 (Lloyds Pharmacy)	0.7 miles	EX39 1LH
Train station (Barnstaple Station)	10.4 miles	EX31 2BP
Pub (The Village Inn)	0.3 miles	EX39 1LQ
Dog walk	Northam Burrows Country Park	1.2 miles
Supermarket (Co-op Food)	0.5 miles	EX39 1AN
Indian takeaway (Sylhet Spice)	0.4 miles	EX39 1AN
Chinese takeaway (China Town)	0.5 miles	EX39 1AN
Italian takeaway (Marinos)	0.5 miles	EX39 1AN

For families with Kids

The Sea Sanctuary's location is ideal for families, with the beach and Northam Burrows Country Park nearby offering ample space for children to play and explore. The enclosed garden provides a safe outdoor area for kids to enjoy.

Is Sea Sanctuary A good location for couples?

For couples, the Sea Sanctuary offers a romantic setting with sunset ocean views and a private hot tub. Nearby, take a stroll through the charming village of Appledore or enjoy a scenic ferry ride to Instow for a memorable day out.

Dining and Cafes

Closest to Sea Sanctuary is The Village Inn (0.3 miles), a cosy pub offering hearty meals (01237 472800). For Italian cuisine, visit Morans Restaurant & Bar (0.5 miles, 01237 472070). Tea on the Green (0.4 miles, 01237 429406) is perfect for a delightful afternoon tea.

Within walking distance of your cottage

A short walk away you'll find golden sands, surf schools, scenic dune walks, local shops, and inviting pubs in Westward Ho! and Northam.

Quickfire FAQs

Does the accommodation include a hot tub?

Yes, the accommodation features a private 2-seater hot tub in the courtyard, providing an intimate and relaxing experience for guests to enjoy during their stay.

Is the property pet-friendly?

Indeed, the property welcomes up to two dogs, allowing pet owners to bring their furry friends along for a small additional charge. The enclosed garden and nearby walks make it a suitable choice for pet owners.

How many people does the cottage sleep?

The cottage is designed to comfortably accommodate two guests, providing a king-size bedroom with an en-suite shower room for a cosy and intimate stay.

What type of parking is available at the property?

Guests are provided with private parking for one car, located outside the double gates, ensuring convenience and security throughout their visit.

Are there any shops or pubs close to the cottage?

Yes, the cottage is within walking distance of local shops, pubs, and the beach, offering guests easy access to amenities and leisure activities.

Can I access the internet during my stay?

The property is equipped with internet access, allowing guests to stay connected and enjoy online entertainment during their break.

Sea Sanctuary Reviews

Dylan

It's a nice place, building work didn't bother us at all

Pauline

Perfect location to explore surrounding area. Has everything needed for a week stay. Robes and towels for hot tube was thoughtful. Building work close by was not an issue.

Sandra

Excellent easy location lovely walks and plenty to see

Veronica

Well done conversion .

Andrew

Sea Sanctuary. Wow An amazing peaceful place with everything you could need and somethings you didnt even know you needed. Instructions for everything including the hob are all provided should you take the time to find them. We were here for a 50th birthday get away and it was fantastic.. far enough away from the noise not to far that you cant enjoRead morey it. The beach and surrounding areas are ideal for the dogs and lots of long walks. Two very tired beagles.. Would definitely stay here again. Hide

Michael

Lovely location lovely property just a shame about building site behind it but did not spoil are hoilday

Henry

On first arrival all looked well. We discovered that the refridgerater need "mopping out" ( this needed to be done daily as the temp control seemed not to be working) the blinds in tthe bedroom where damaged. on trying to contact owner using telephone number in "instructioons" found it to be an un-recognised number. so contacted agency. The bathrooRead morem radiator is in need of "repainting" the can opener was rather stiff and needed cleaning, I oiled the working parts. Not enough carracters left. Hide

Brian

Perfect for the 2 of us and the pooch, hot tub definately a must have for relaxing after long long walks. Kitchen was more than well equipped for our needs.. Everything was more or less within walking distance. Morrisons store is only 10 mins away by car..We all had a brilliant time.

Julie

Absolutely beautiful, cute little cottage. The owners have provided everything you need to make it a comfortable stay. Lovely touches like Prosecco on arrival, and a nice little courtyard with a hot tub. Good base for exploring the area with our dog. Quiet and peaceful just a little unfortunate that a housing development is underway and so close. TRead morehis didnt cause us any inconvenience though as we were only there for a long weekend and we still had views of the burrows and the sea. We loved it. Hide

Roger

This is a clean well presented property. It's upside down with. Kit diner bedroom and ensuite downstairs and a lounge with a view of the sea upstairs. There is building work going on close to the property but it was pretty unobtrusive although visible and may become more of a problem as work moves closer. Very comfortable bed. I will definitely putRead more it on my list for future visits. Hide

AMANDA

Lovely, clean and comfortable (the bed is so comfy I didnt want to get up!) well presented. The amenities arent too far but the road is quite busy if youre walking in the dark. Quiet area apart from the building site behind the property. There were only 3 people on site during the week though so noise was at a minimum.

Dominic

We wanted somewhere where we could park up and not have to drive anywhere and be able to walk our Springer Spaniel. Sea Sanctuary is lovely, well equipped and just right for two and a dog. Beach walks everyday and some lovely local restaurants. We were blessed with the weather, and once we closed the gates, we felt like we were in our own little haRead moreven. Thoroughly enjoyed our week. Hide

Martyn

We really enjoyed our stay at sea sanctuary, was very clean and was left to it by the owners, nice location and area with plenty of local walks, two things that need addressing, the hot tub was lovely but a hand rail fixed to the wall would help with the ease of getting in and out, we couldnt get the microwave combi oven to work , having the instru ctions would have helped greatly, overall though we had a great time and would recommend, definitely would stay here again.

Andrew

Blessed with amazing weather. Great for dogs with the local beaches. Good BBQ.

Marina

Perfect little bolthole to explore Westward Ho! and surrounding areas

Teresa

Great place with everything you needed. Spotlessly clean and comfortable bed. However, we did feel the hot tub was unusable due to the awkwardness of getting in due to the steps not fitting down the side of the hot tub, so you have to just use a small corner of the top step and hold on to the drainpipe. We also found the combi oven too complicated to use and it ruined food, a standard oven would have meant we wouldnt have to eat out all week, both things would stop us returning Im afraid.

Nicola

Beautiful holiday home in a wonderful location.

Alison

Lovely stay everything we needed very comfortable bed slept like a log Great location for walking into Westwood Ho!! And Northam Burrows Alison Mick and Jock the dog

Andrew

Sea sanctuary was excellently presented and well equipped. We had a great 4 day stay.

Tim

Lovely place clean lovely views and the hot tub was a special treat

Ian

Superb cottage/coach house in fabulous location - 10 minutes walk to Westward Ho!/5 minutes to Northam. Very comfortable throughout (the bed is awesome!). We were out and about most of the time so didnt use the hot tub.

Louise

Beautiful cottage in lovely area. Lots of walking and beaches close. Thoroughly enjoyed our holiday. Would recommend.

Katie

Cant fault the place, absolutely beautiful for a much needed break, and the owners are lovely x

Lou

We had a wonderful stay at Sea sanctuary. The accommodation is well thought out and equipped with everything you need for a relaxing break away. There was somewhere to sit dine inside and outside. A cosy lounge to relax in with sea views and the bed was very comfy. The hot tub was spacious and very relaxing and loved the quality Bose speaker. A nic e touch was arriving to a bottle of fizz. The location was ideal with places to eat at and a beautiful sandy beach. Highly recommend Sea sanctuary.

Samantha

Absolutely beautiful, the owner thought of EVERYTHING! We enjoyed our stay so much and would highly recommend for that extra luxury. Thank you so much Michael x

Debra

A lovely little getaway for us and our dog Archie. The downstairs bedroom opening onto the courtyard and hot tub has a spa like feel. The courtyard outside the kitchen is perfect for alfresco dining. Feels very secluded despite being next to the owners house. We didnt use the upstairs lounge much because the weather was glorious but the views from there are wonderful. Great location. The beach at North Burrows was perfect for the dog. You can walk but we drove as it was so hot.

Wendy

Great location. Really comfortable. Lovely hosts.

Simon

Beautiful cottage lovely location everything you need the hot tub was great short walk to the shops beach cafes and restaurants, fantastic holiday all round would definitely recommend. Thank you

Sarah

Amazing place to stay. We really enjoy! A lovely chilled holiday. Everything we needed. Would definitely recommend & would love to return.

Gail

Fabulous little cottage. Lovely and clean. Walking distance to pubs and restaurants but not if you have difficulty in walking. Lovely and quiet. Hot tub if you wanted to use it. Home from home. Idea if you want to relax and chill

Caitlyn

Absolutely gorgeous place to stay! We loved every minute that we were there, and would 100% stay again!

Simon

There is a long list of 'actions' to do on leaving which are a bit over the top and should be part of the rental tariff. I would suggest it should be made clearer at the point of rental (9.30am earlier check out was introduced for COVID, to allow more cleaning time). I see many of these are part of the professional cleaning task, particularly the d eep clean and washing of the bedding. Happy to strip beds to help, general clean and place remaining cutlery/crockery in the dish washer.

Yasmin

Absolutely amazing stay, everything was so clean and LOVED the dressing gowns. Lovely touch. It was perfect for me, my partner and dog. Right next to the beach and restaurants. Definitely stay again!

Gayle

Perfect for two (& a hound). Very comfortable, warm & well laid out. Great location for the beach- 15 mins door to sea shore

Caroline

Fabulous little cottage with a great hot tub. Would definitely recommend for a relaxing break

Karen

Really enjoyed staying at the cottage. Cottage had everything we needed and we felt very relaxed there. Thank you.

Tina

Cottage is beautiful inside, garden is small but has a hot tub which we used daily and definitely worth having a smaller garden. Location is ideal, we walked down to the beach everyday. What also is worth a mention is they have everything you need in the accommodation even down to dog bowls and a dog towel. Thanks for a lovely break

Beverley

The location was ideal for walking to Westward Ho! the Burrows and to Appledore. The hot tub was a nice extra and the complimentary bottle of Prosecco was very welcome!

Linda

Lovely little cottage perfect for a couples getaway. We also had our puppy in tow and there was room for him too and he was welcomed with dog bowls and a towel which was a nice thought. Furniture well chosen to make the place feel as big as possible. Owners helpful and amenable. Might take a while to get used to the microwave/combi oven if you are not used to one (thankfully there were instructions in the cupboard! ). Hot tub a nice extra as was the bottle of fizz in the fridge on arrival.

Michael

Very nice and pleasant stay apart from a few things We found that the hot tub did not leave much room to get by The hand sanitizer did not work A couple of tea bags and small milk would have been a nice gesture Couple of the dinner plates were greasy No information pack left Could have done with two tea towels and j clothes would have been nice

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Attractions Near Sea Sanctuary

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained an Sea Sanctuary itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what Devon 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 2 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.

Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park - EX34 0NG

about 13 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.

Exmoor Zoo - EX31 4SG

about 14 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.

Dingles Steam Village - EX14 0RS

about 26 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!