Pickwell

This coastal apartment in Croyde suits a couple wanting easy beach access without a long walk to reach the sand. A private gate leads straight from the lawned outside area onto the beach itself, and the same patch of grass has benches set to make the most of the waterside views. Onsite parking is provided, which is a genuine convenience in a village where spaces can be hard to find in season.

The open-plan lounge, kitchen and diner forms the heart of the apartment, with a comfortable sofa and Smart TV in the lounge area and a dining table with seating for two. The kitchen is fitted with an electric oven and hob, a fridge with ice compartment, a washing machine, a microwave and a slimline dishwasher, so self-catering is straightforward for the duration of a stay.

The single bedroom is on the ground floor and offers a super king-size zip and link bed, which can be converted to a twin configuration on request ahead of arrival. The bathroom, also on the ground floor, has a shower over the bath and a WC. With one bedroom and one bathroom, the apartment sleeps a maximum of two guests.

Shops and pubs are within walking distance of the property, and internet access is available. Dogs are not permitted at this address. Check-in runs from 4pm and check-out is by 10am, and given the beachfront setting, guests should note the property sits within a complex where waterside views form part of the outlook rather than absolute seclusion.