The Willows is a lovely bespoke detached house - an absolute labour of love, with front and rear outside space to enjoy. There is a lawn just inside the gates to the right.
Calm colour schemes create the perfect atmosphere for your stay at The Willows.
What a lovely space to cook a special family meal.
Another view of this beautifully presented bedroom.
Westward Ho! has miles of sandy beach at low tide and is simply minutes from the house.  This is a Blue Flag beach and the far end is dog-friendly all year round.
There is a lovely enclosed and totally private courtyard to enjoy at the back of The Willows, complete with summer-house/utility-room - such a well thought out and useful space for you.
Plenty of light and space create a perfect atmosphere for a relaxing and happy stay at this property.
Upstairs offers a spacious, bright living space with plenty of room to relax and socialise.
The spacious reverse level accommodation has been carefully designed so that whilst very sociable, there are clear zones for the kitchen, dining and seating areas.
The stairs lead you up into the light-filled open plan first floor living space.
The Willows has a wide hall that links the front and back doors and gardens. With stunning original artwork by local artists on all the walls, this is a really special place to stay.
This is one of the two wonderful double bedrooms on the ground floor, a tranquil and understated, stylish room to enjoy.
The calming second bedroom on the ground floor.
Both the double bedrooms have wall-mounted TVs.
This is the third bedroom with its bespoke hand-built three-foot bunks - perfect for adults as well as for children.
This view of the third bedroom gives you a good idea of how much space there is. The fitted wardrobe offers extra space for the other bedrooms too.
There is a lovely large shower-room on the ground floor.
The walk-in shower is cleverly designed along the lines of a wet-room.
A well thought out utility space offering access to separate laundry facilities, 2nd fridge freezer, wet suits, towels and somewhere to tend to your dog.
The Willows is lovely and secure so you can fully relax if you are staying with small children or your special family dog. There is space to park outside the gates too if you prefer.
Situated in the perfect position to access breathtaking scenery and coastal walks to dramatic views making lasting memories.
The Burrows is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. A huge expanse of natural habitat right on your doorstep.
Known for its child-friendly beach with lifeguards on duty throughout the summer.
Discover the beauty of the North Devon coastal path.
The Willows is a lovely bespoke detached house - an absolute labour of love, with front and rear outside space to enjoy. There is a lawn just inside the gates to the right. - Thumbnail Image
Calm colour schemes create the perfect atmosphere for your stay at The Willows. - Thumbnail Image
What a lovely space to cook a special family meal. - Thumbnail Image
Another view of this beautifully presented bedroom. - Thumbnail Image
Westward Ho! has miles of sandy beach at low tide and is simply minutes from the house.  This is a Blue Flag beach and the far end is dog-friendly all year round. - Thumbnail Image
There is a lovely enclosed and totally private courtyard to enjoy at the back of The Willows, complete with summer-house/utility-room - such a well thought out and useful space for you. - Thumbnail Image
Plenty of light and space create a perfect atmosphere for a relaxing and happy stay at this property. - Thumbnail Image
Upstairs offers a spacious, bright living space with plenty of room to relax and socialise. - Thumbnail Image
The spacious reverse level accommodation has been carefully designed so that whilst very sociable, there are clear zones for the kitchen, dining and seating areas. - Thumbnail Image
The stairs lead you up into the light-filled open plan first floor living space. - Thumbnail Image
The Willows has a wide hall that links the front and back doors and gardens. With stunning original artwork by local artists on all the walls, this is a really special place to stay. - Thumbnail Image
This is one of the two wonderful double bedrooms on the ground floor, a tranquil and understated, stylish room to enjoy. - Thumbnail Image
The calming second bedroom on the ground floor. - Thumbnail Image
Both the double bedrooms have wall-mounted TVs. - Thumbnail Image
This is the third bedroom with its bespoke hand-built three-foot bunks - perfect for adults as well as for children.
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This view of the third bedroom gives you a good idea of how much space there is. The fitted wardrobe offers extra space for the other bedrooms too. - Thumbnail Image
There is a lovely large shower-room on the ground floor. - Thumbnail Image
The walk-in shower is cleverly designed along the lines of a wet-room. - Thumbnail Image
A well thought out utility space offering access to separate laundry facilities, 2nd fridge freezer, wet suits, towels and somewhere to tend to your dog.  - Thumbnail Image
The Willows is lovely and secure so you can fully relax if you are staying with small children or your special family dog. There is space to park outside the gates too if you prefer. - Thumbnail Image
Situated in the perfect position to access breathtaking scenery and coastal walks to dramatic views making lasting memories.  - Thumbnail Image
The Burrows is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. A huge expanse of natural habitat right on your doorstep. - Thumbnail Image
Known for its child-friendly beach with lifeguards on duty throughout the summer. - Thumbnail Image
Discover the beauty of the North Devon coastal path. - Thumbnail Image

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The Willows

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This exceptional, purpose-built property is an absolute treat, a family-sized holiday home moments from the Blue Flag sandy beach at Westward Ho! on the north Devon coast. Outside there is a fully enclosed, secure garden to the front and a completely private courtyard garden with a summer-house that cleverly doubles as the utility-room at the back.

The house has BT Infinity 2 WiFi (Superfast broadband) and this runs all of the Smart TVs (there is a TV in both double bedrooms and in the open plan living space, upstairs). If you or your family decide to bring along your electronic devices (iPhone, iPad, iPod, laptop etc), the broadband is able to handle all devices to run at the same time. A quiet life for all… and if the weather is not too desirable for outside activities and you would like to relax 'off-line', there is a good selection of board games and some fictional reading books to select from.

Features

  • Dogs welcome
  • Travel cot, high chair and 2 stair-gates
  • Arrive/Depart Friday
  • Short breaks available
  • Private parking for 3 cars
  • Superfast WiFi
  • No smoking
  • Pub .5 miles
  • Garden furniture and barbecue
  • Full gas-fired CH
  • Enclosed garden
  • Baby friendly
  • Private parking
  • Barbecue
  • Linen and towels included
  • Near a pub
  • Near a beach
  • Cot available
  • High chair available

Availability, reservations and pricing: £778 to £1946 per week

Located Westward Ho!

Customer reviews

Good or bad, we publish all the reviews left by the guests who have stayed at this property.

Mr Casey

Ideally located on the North Devon coast, able to reach all the amazing beaches etc within an hour. The cottage is emaculate, has everything you need! Owner's are local and very helpful and were on hand if you needed anything or help. Definitely recommend and would love to return in the future!!

Mr Thompson

Just fantastic in every way. The accommodation is amazing. Clean, tidy and looks like it’s brand new. The owners add some very nice extra touches that just make the whole experience wonderful. Ideally located for the beach and The Burrows as well as the heart of Westward Ho! Itself, this is simply the best place to stay.

Mr Ross

Well appointed, well equipped, well located and very comfortable holiday home. Very peaceful setting made for an enjoyable and relaxing stay at The Willows. Location so close to the amazing beach in Westward Ho! meant that the car barely moved all week. Our 'doodle' loved the enormous beach and was completely happy chasing her ball and jumping the waves. Owners were very friendly and helpful with top tips for walking and shopping! Welcome hamper on arrival was a nice touch. Planning our next stay at The Willows but 2 weeks this time.

Mrs Reed

We stayed at the Willows for two weeks June 2024. It is located on a quiet side street only a very short walk from Northam Burrows. Upon arrival the property was spotlessly clean and we were delighted with the welcome pack (including Prosecco and scones). We enjoyed the “upside down” nature of the property and found the upstairs living /dining are very comfortable and well laid out. Communication with the owners from booking through to departure was excellent and we were very grateful for their local knowledge and recommendations for places to visit. We would happily recommend this property for anyone looking for a peaceful break in North Devon.

Mr Jones

A outstanding property it was truly amazing, communication with the owners was spot on. Fully enclosed for anyone staying with pets, the property has everything you can think of and more and just a short stroll to the beach and local shops,bars &restaurants. And the fresh flowers & welcome hamper was a lovely addition. Thank you Emma &Warren for letting us share your beautiful property

Miss Tomlin

Very beautiful and comfortable holiday accommodation. Whole experience was a real treat. Thank you so much

Mr Price

The Willows is located within walking distance of the sea and offers excellent accommodation. The hosts were very attentive and ensured that our stay was comfortable and enjoyable. Fresh flowers, home made scones and a bottle of wine provided those special touches which enhance the feeling of being on holiday. I recommend The Willows without any reservations.

Mrs Woodhouse

The Willows was perfect for an extended family. It was spacious, well equipped and very well situated for the town, the burrows and the beach.there was also ample off road parking. The owners were very receptive, helpful and prompt with communication. We will certainly book this property again.

Mrs Milkins

Fantastic holiday home furnished beautifully and location is excellent walks to the beach and town centre within 10 mins highly recommended

Mr Wood

The Willows is a great place to stay. Clean, comfortable with all the equipment you need for your holiday. Excellent location for us as we had 3 dogs. Hardly used the car during our stay. Emma the owner lives across the road and was there to help us out when we needed it. We will return.

Mrs Bunting

Am amazing, well equipped house close to the beach. The welcome pack was incredible and the owners so helpful and friendly.

Mrs Norman

The Willows is a beautiful house to stay at. The owner has thought of everything, wet suits, body boards & beach towels for the beach which is a 5 minute walk away. The house is fully equipped, it felt like home from home.

Mr Johnson

The willows is just a beautiful place to stay I can recommend this cottage it located not far from places like lynton & lynmoth clovelly fantastic views .

Mrs Iman

Location perfect for access to the beach both the dog friendly area and family area. Hosts were on hand to support and offer assistance when needed but not intrusive in any way. Wonderful homemade scones on arrival all basic amenities provided which were very useful and appreciated. Attention to detail in this property was excellent! Highly recommended and we will return!

Miss Moore

Wonderful property. The owners had thought of everything and the property was beautifully presented. Very close to the beach and the town. Also perfect location to visit other Devon attractions. We couldn’t have had a better week!

Mrs Castle

We thoroughly enjoyed our long weekend staying at The Willows. Excellent standard of accommodation in the perfect location for us. So much thought has gone into the requirements of guests. Love the living area being on the first floor, gives such a light and open space. We are really looking forward to returning for a week in December. Lisa, Richard & Storm

Mr Edwards

This cottage is beautiful, modern & has everything you could want & more. It's particularly good if you have a dog, as it's steps away from the Burrows & the beach. Wouldn't hesitate in recommending a stay here. C, C & Marlow :)

Ms Kleanthous

Beautiful, clean, modern yet cozy, warm and perfect property. We didn’t want to leave and wished we had booked a longer stay. The location was perfect, the owners were welcoming and so very helpful - they had thought of every need we could’ve had. All in all an amazing place to stay in North Devon we cannot wait to come back…..

Mrs Thomas

This property is absolutely stunning - beautifully presented and in a fabulous location. Lovely welcome products, including milk, an array of teas and coffees (including coffee pods for the machine), lovely scones, jam and cream, milk, butter and prosecco. Fresh flowers in the living area and bedroom, which was a really nice touch. The property was immaculately clean with gorgeous linens and an abundance of towels supplied. It provided a lovely comfortable, light and airy space to relax in - the perfect holiday home!

Mrs Langford

The Willows is a fantastic property in a great location. The owners had thought of everything to make our stay comfortable for us and our dog! Highly recommend!

Mr McNally

Easy to book and photos and website represent the property very accurately

Mrs Mullins

Just returned from a wonderful holiday at The Willows. Such a beautiful house in a great location for exploring North Devon or just wondering down to a fantastic beach!! Would most certainly recommend a stay here!!

Mrs Beirne

Excellent property in a good location for beach walks with the dogs & walking into westward ho for a good variety of cafes, pubs & restaurants. Lovely welcome pack from the owners. This was our second visit & we would gladly return.

Mrs Pardey

If you want a wonderful house with great dog walks, an amazing beach, peace and quiet and an incredible welcome then this is the cottage for you! We loved our stay here and will be coming back. Thank you Emma and Warren for making us so welcome.

Mrs Tipping

We stayed as a family of 5, with a grandparent, 2 teenagers and 2 small dogs. The Willows us amazingly located for the beach and the area known as The Burrows as well as the Coastal path. We were unlucky with the weather but the amazing WiFi kept the teens occupied along with the games selection. We still walked to Appledore along the coast path, ate at The Beaver. Visited Clovelly and ate at The New Inn, walked the Kipling Tors and ate at The Thatched Inn, walked up Hartland Point and ate at the lovely The Hoops at Abbotsham. Definitely try their Orchard Pig cider on tap. The teens loved the arcades at Westward Ho! only a few minutes walk along with the great So Sweet shop and the delicious cakes from Bessys bakery. Warren and Emma were very helpful and left scones and milk etc for our arrival. The Willows was beautifully clean and well thought out and we would love to come back....maybe not in a storm this time!

Mr Walsh

We loved this ?? it has everything you need to enjoy your stay, and so light and airey, the open plan zone upstairs is great for chilling out and having meals together and very comfortable enabling you to unwind. Kitchen is well equipped with everything you could possibly need, we plan to come back again. Keith , Debbie, Charlotte, ric,& baby Harley ?? xx

Ms Swanston

Go there, it's stunning

Mrs Hughes

Fantastic! Hosts thought of everything for our stay. The welcome hamper, flowers, fizz and everything from cleaning products to washing. First class comfort and we are already planning our next year break at The Willows.

Mrs Hill

Very clean excellent facilities the owners were very welcoming and made sure we had what we needed before during and after our stay

Mr Styne

The Willows truly reflects its owners and the love and dedication they put into building it. A home from home. It’s as warm and welcoming as it’s owners and hosts Emma and Warren. Every detail is thought of to ensure the perfect holiday. So many media options for a rainy day, books board games etc. Great location for brighter days with the beach a short walk away. Local amenities again just a short walk away. Also a great place to explore the wider local area with some great places nearby. Highly recommended.

Miss Carrier

Above and beyond to make you feel so welcome. It's definitely a home from home property. Everything you could possibly need for your holiday and loved that the beach and amenities are a short stroll away.

Ms Arnell

Fabulous property in a great location with High Burrows at the end of the road ideal for dog walks and access to the beach. Great outdoor space where we spent most of our time as the weather was so lovely. Everything has been thought of here, it is just lovely :)

Mrs Wharton

We stayed over the new year period after what has been a terrible year and it was I have to say the highlight of our whole year! We felt totally chilled and relaxed from the minute to got into the property. It is very tastefully decorated, whilst not being overly fussy and super comfortable. The only thing it lacked was a log fire, but we quickly found that the YOUTUBE version of a crackling fire felt just about the same :>) The little extras were also very appreciated and very thoughtful. We will definitely keep it in our stay again list and recommend as a lovely home from home to anyone looking to have a peaceful, restful and re-energizing stay.

Mr Shroeder

The Willows was immaculately clean. The location & proximity to the beach is great. Appreciated all of the extra touches like fresh flowers, scones & Prosecco, extra towels, beach & dog towels, dog bowls & poo bags. There were even wet suits & bodyboards for your use! The 2nd fridge freezer & the utility area was very useful. Garden & patio are completely enclosed so great for the dogs, who had a great time! All in all we had a very comfortable & relaxing stay. Emma & Warren, the owners, were nearby but not intrusive , it was obvious from their communication that they really wanted us to have a good stay, which we did, thank you

Mr Livesey

We had a lovely time here, loved the closeness of the beach and other amenities. My grandchildren spent hours chucking huge pebbles into the sea from the pebble ridge at high tide.

Mr Kitchen

Awesome property in a great location. Clean and well furnished. We were well looked after by Emma and Warren.

Mr Godsmark

Had a fantastic week staying at the Willows, 5 adults and a dog, despite the weather being against us. Easy access to the Northam burrows 1 minute away, and beach is over pebble ridge. 10 minutes to center of Westward Ho. The Willows has everything you could want on a self-catering holiday, it really is as good as it looks in the photos. We shall be returning

Mrs Beirne

Lovely welcome from the owner who also provided scones & prosecco on our arrival. Everything you could want for a comfortable stay is provided and the modern cottage is close to beach and the town.

Mrs Dunn

We had a wonderful time at The Willows. It is perfectly located for walking across the Burrows to the beach. Westward Ho! Is a lovely village with every amenity

Mrs Lippiatt

I would definitely recommend this property. Furnished to a high standard, exceptionally clean and in a beautiful location.

Mrs Cousens

Second year staying at The Willows and I can say it won’t be the last. I absolutely love it there.

Mr Terrell

Brilliant cottage, in brilliant location, with brilliant cleanliness standards and brilliant owners. Cant fault anything about it.

Mrs Freer

We had a very enjoyable holiday at the Willows. The Willows is a lovely place to stay for 2 weeks but maybe impractical to live there perminantly. Great to be close to the town/beach/Northam Burrows, the owners were available whenever we needed them and went out of the way to provide garden access to a gym for my son. Very dog friendly location having access to the Burrows and the beach within 5 mins walk. Enclosed garden was a big plus for having a dog that can't normally be off lead. It was nice to get a welcome pack with delicious scones, prosecco and little extras like complimentary tea, coffee and condiments provided.

Dr Cole

Lovely house we had a great holiday.

Mr Sturgess

anyone wanting to stay in westwood ho and want a relaxing comfortable place to stay its perfect

Mrs Jenkins

Emma & Warren were extremely welcoming and have made their rental property stunning. They have gone above and beyond with the "extras" (dog treats & towels, scones, Prosecco, toiletries, even wetsuits!). The house and garden were spotless. The information pack covered everything, places to go, things to see, where to eat etc. A brilliant location and gorgeous house. Thank you! All of the places we have stayed with yourselves have been brilliant. The Willows is yet another to add to the list.

Mrs Atkins

The Willows would be hard to beat for holiday accommodation. We all love it. From the youngest to the eldest. We shall return again next summer. We will look forward to it. Our grandchildren are already asking if we’ve booked. We have!

Mrs Kennedy

This house is simply beautiful. Finished to a high standard and perfect attention to detail. The owners are lovely being there to welcome us and the welcome basket was extremely well received. The quality of the house is enhanced by the fact that they have made sure made sure that everything you could possibly need away from home is there. The walks from the house are stunning and if we hadn't wanted to use our car once we'd arrived, we wouldn't have had to. That said, there are so many places to visit and the owners made sure to listen to what we wanted to do and advise on the best places go do it. So much to do that we need to come back!! I highly recommend this house!!!

Mr Drew

Perfect hosts in a perfect property in a perfect location. I am already recommending it to my friends!

Mr Wheatcroft

We’ve stayed in various properties in Devon / Cornwall and beyond over the past few years. The quality of The Willows is second to none. It’s by far the best property we have stayed in for quality / comfort / cleanliness . Everything you could wish for has been catered for in this 5* property.

Mrs Adderley

Stunning property plus a tremendously warm (but not overbearing) welcome from the owner upon arrival. This is an absolute gem of a property in the perfect location.

Mrs Wadsworth

Beautifully decorated and so many extra lovely finishing touches. A true home from home. Everything good quality. Excellent tech/TV etc. Spotlessly clean! Very, generous welcome package and so many lovely extra 'bits' - from tea, coffee etc, to cleaning products and soap/hand cream and fresh flowers. Really kind and welcoming owners.

Mrs Ormond

We were welcomed by the owners Emma and Warren who showed us around the home and were very helpful We were most impressed with the extras we were given Fresh flowers,Scones with jam and cream fresh milk butter and biscuits and the use of cleaning products,washing tablets ect Not forgetting a bottle of procecco ??

Mrs Nash

We love this cottage. It's two minutes from the beach and a five minute walk from the town which means you don't have to use your car too much. The owners are very helpful, welcoming and nearby if you need anything. The sofas and beds are very comfortable. The outdoor utility area is ideal when you have sandy dogs and surf boards! We have visited twice this year and I'm sure we'll go back again.

Mrs Simpkins

Fantastic cottage, beautifully decorated, furnished and equipped with everything you could possibly wish for. Super location, dog friendly beach minutes walk away.

Mrs Atkins

A beautifully furnished, well equipped cottage that has all you need for a great holiday - and more!

Mrs White

We had a fabulous stay at The Willows. It was everything we'd hoped for and more. The owners were so welcoming and left personal touches that made a real difference. Excellent location. Loved it!

Mr Dewar

This was a beautiful and well presented property. It is modern but comfortable and equipment for every need. The owners were very pleasant and helpful and the welcoming pack was lovely. We had two small dogs and they settled in perfectly . There was a supply of doggy towels and bowls if required. Well done and THANK YOU. MR and MRS Dewar

Mrs Lewis

A lovely house. So well maintained and the owners have thought of everything. Such a nice welcome too, with home made scones, cream and jam, plus a bottle of prosecco. Owners live opposite and are so kind and helpful, but not in any way intrusive. Highly recommend this beautiful place.

Mr Tilling

Emma and Warren have provided everything you would need for a good holiday

Dr Sanders

Smart and very clean house, convenient for local facilities and beach.

Mr Wormald

An amazing cottage in a spectacular location two minutes from the beach, excellent attention to detail and for those with dogs the garden truly is enclosed a welcome change to what some descriptions think that it means. The hosts are extremely welcoming and very helpful.

Mrs Allen

A beautiful holiday cottage , decorated to a very high standard. Very well equipped- the owners were friendly and welcoming and provided little 'extras' that made you feel very relaxed from the start! very well situated for access to the beach and the coastal path - an excellent place to stay.

Mr Hickson

The Willows is a beautiful place to stay. The house has been built to a very high standard and is very comfortable. Emma and Warren have thought of everything you could possibly want or need while on holiday and we're very helpful and welcoming. We had a lovely time and thoroughly recommend staying there.

Mrs Tansey

The Willows was an amazing place, a pleasure to stay in. There is everything that one would need for any weather. The cooking facilities were amazing. The layout perfect. The welcome was wonderful. The 'goodies' for the humans and the dog were so generous and much appreciated by all. Well done to Emma and Warren for a true 'winner' of a place. Highly recommendable for any family with or without dog. Thank you.

Mrs Biryulina

We had an amazing holiday at The Willows, our best Classic holiday so far. The owners, Emma and Warren, thought of everything and that made our stay hassle free, we simply relaxed and enjoyed every second. Everything is on the doorstep, no need to get in the car. We walked the dogs in Burrows and the beach, went straight out of the house in wetsuits and surfed in the sea for hours and had a nice meal in the town on the way back. Beautiful house, wonderful beach and a perfect holiday for us all! Thank you

Ms Wallis

Beautiful house and fantastic hosts. Everything has been considered for the visitors comfort.

Miss McDowell

We found The Willows to be the absolutely perfect property in which to spend your holiday. Everything within the house was new, modern and of an amazing standard which we have not found anywhere else we have stayed. It's beautifully designed and a huge amount of care and attention to detail have gone into making sure that every need has been provided for. Add to this two lovely, welcoming owners, luxurious little extra extras to make you feel welcome and you have the perfect holiday home. Anyone who stays there will enjoy it as much as we did and we will definitely be coming back.

Mrs Campbell

New build with lovely furnishings and finished to a high standard. Very clean and in a quiet location near the beach. Friendly and helpful owners. The welcome pack was lovely.

Mrs Smith

This is a beautiful holiday home, really nicely finished and very well equipped. The owners are extremely helpful, warm and welcoming. Thoughtful touches, like the welcome cream tea, added to the pleasure of our stay, and little things like having hand soaps, bin bags and cleaning products provided make this a very easy place to stay. Westward Ho! is a lovely place for a family holiday and The Willows provided us with the perfect base, just a few minutes walk from the sea. A real gem!

Ms Renn

The Willows was a beautiful house in a great location. It is very well equipped light and bright. Warren and Emma have thought of everything. They were fantastic hosts and made us feel very welcome. The little extra touches to welcome us were very much appreciated. We especially loved meeting Puss and Hugo!

Mrs Brooks

Lay out good. Everything was high end. Great welcome pack and reception from owners. All things needed were there.

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