Pebble House, Westward Ho!

Devon. Sleeps up to 6

A beautifully appointed 3-bedroom house close to the Northam Burrows Country Park, Pebble House is just a few minutes away from the North Devon village of Westward Ho! With the beach and the Royal North Devon Golf Club also nearby, this well-located property offers modern interiors and attractive outdoor spaces, accommodating up to six guests.

This part of North Devon is great for water-sport lovers, walkers and cyclists, with numerous excellent beaches and walking routes. A private terrace area is found just outside Pebble House, where you have a dining table and chairs. A disposable barbecue is also available to you.

Inside, you have a spacious lounge with big sofas, a wood burner and a 42-inch Smart TV. There is direct access to the terrace from this area, via the large doors which let in lots of natural light. A lovely kitchen and dining area is just a few steps away, offering a dishwasher, coffee machine and all the appliances you could need. There is also a separate utility room.

A king bedroom is found on the ground floor, with en suite shower room, built-in wardrobe and access to the terrace. Upstairs are two more bedrooms, one with twin beds which can be linked together if needed, and another king room with en suite. The family bathroom is also on this floor, featuring a double-ended bath with handheld shower.

Equipped with all sorts of features including underfloor heating, Google Home, Netflix and Wi-Fi, Pebble House has lots to look forward to. With Westward Ho! just minutes from your door, you can enjoy great restaurants and pubs around the local area, with more in nearby Bideford – a larger town around 10 minutes’ drive away.

There are plenty of interesting places to visit in the region, with the pretty village of Clovelly a particular highlight. Further north, you will find Saunton Sands, Woolacombe, Croyde Sands and Ilfracombe, as well as the extensive countryside of the Exmoor National Park.

North Devon packs in a whole lot, with plenty of places of interest dotted around the coast and countryside. Perfect for hiking, walking and wildlife-spotting, the Exmoor National Park is one of the UK’s most impressive areas. On the northern coast, you have the scenic Lynton and Lynmouth. One overlooks the other, with a spectacular Cliff Railway connecting the two.

This is just one of the area’s attractions, as you can also enjoy a ride on the steam trains of the Lynton & Barnstaple Railway. There are many excellent restaurants too, and great opportunities to try water sports such as surfing and kayaking. The stunning scenery makes it fine walking territory too.

Loved by Charles Kingsley, Charles Dickens and others, pretty Clovelly is a privately owned village on the coast which is open to visitors for a small admission fee. With a busy fishing harbour and cute cobbled streets, the village retains its traditional feel, and has a couple of museums and pubs to visit, along with the beautiful Clovelly Court Gardens and a visitor centre. Events such as the Seaweed Festival and Herring Festival take place throughout the year, and kids can even enjoy rides from the resident donkeys.

Some wonderful beaches line this stretch of coast, including the lovely Saunton Sands, just north of Westward Ho! Alongside it, you’ll find the sand dunes of Braunton Burrows, an atmospheric area with lots of wildlife to spot. From popular family beaches to secluded coves, you can find the place for you in North Devon. Try Ilfracombe’s Wild Pear Beach or the rocky Bucks Mill near Clovelly for peace and quiet, or Combe Martin for a large, sandy beach with good facilities nearby.

About 10 minutes’ drive from Westward Ho! you have the larger town of Bideford, which is a good place to visit for shopping, dining or checking out a few attractions. The Bideford Railway Heritage Centre and the Burton Art Gallery & Museum are both based here, and just outside the town there’s the popular adventure park, The BIG Sheep and, next door, the Ultimate Adventure Centre. Together, these parks offer all kinds of entertainment and activity that’s perfect for a family day out.

There are plenty of gardens to visit in North Devon, with those of Tapeley Park situated just a short drive from Bideford. Castle Hill Gardens near Barnstaple extend over 50 acres and are also well worth a look, as is the colourful RHS Rosemoor. You can discover how honey is made and learn all about the bees who make it at the Quince Honey Farm in South Molton, which also features its own beautifully landscaped Nectar Gardens.