Appledore

Appledore sits on a North Devon estuary, and the properties here reflect that setting directly. Rock Rose Cottage sleeps six across three bedrooms, with French doors opening onto a decked courtyard garden with estuary views; inside, floor-to-ceiling windows and a Juliet balcony bring the same outlook into the open-plan living area. Lobster’s Loft is a top-floor apartment whose king-size master bedroom and lounge both face the estuary. Raleigh House is a traditional cottage with a beamed lounge ceiling, two fireplaces, and a tiered rear garden.

Practical differences are worth weighing. Rock Rose Cottage accommodates two dogs and supplies a travel cot, highchair and stairgate, with laundry in a utility room. Raleigh House also provides a travel cot and highchair but takes no dogs; its staircase to the first floor is steep, and a step down leads to the front door. Lobster’s Loft accepts one dog, and both bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms with baths and separate showers, though there is no outdoor space.