Nestled within the charming village of Appledore lies a splendid cottage Popham House, perfect for families seeking a tranquil escape.
Carefully curated to cater to the needs of both large or extended families and groups of friends, this is a true home away from home. Boasting a prime location, right next to the buzzing quayside, it offers easy access to an array of exciting activities that the whole family can enjoy.
Delightful eateries and traditional pubs are also just a hop, skip and jump away, promising culinary delights for all palates. A veritable paradise for the adventurous souls, this hidden gem is also an excellent base for exploring the natural beauty of the surrounding area. Leave the hustle and bustle of everyday life behind and immerse yourself in the tranquil ambience of Appledore.
Popham House is in the charming fishing village of Appledore, situated at the meeting point of the Taw and Torridge estuaries in North Devon. We’re right on the Quay.
You’ll be happy to know the nearest pub, The Royal, is just around the corner where you can order Fish & Chips from the Royal Plaice opposite to ‘Eat In’. A short stroll away is the Seagate offering delicious dishes and local spirits.
A car is recommended for travelling to the property and ease of getting around however, there is an excellent bus service in the village. The nearest train station is Barnstaple which is approx. 20 mins by car.
Free roadside parking is available, or there are public car parks nearby.
Barnstaple train station is around 11 miles away and taxis are available outside.
We started coming to Appledore because of Ade Edmondson! Jamie was watching a cookery programme where Ade Edmondson was cooking locally caught seafood outside the Seagate pub on the quayside He was so taken with the views from the quayside and estuary across to Instow that when I arrived home he said we were booking a holiday to Appledore! That was roughly around 2012 and here we are now…..
We continued coming to Appledore each year, quite often for New Year when it was tradition for all the locals to compete for the best fancy dress ending up with stray sheep (human) scattered around the streets in the early hours. We also discovered the famous Appledore Book Festival during our first visit here by chance.
Appledore has certainly changed over the years, revamped pubs, more restaurants, more people, but the charm and unique feel has always remained the same and we still love it just as much now as we did then. Appledore is so convenient for visiting many Devon and Cornwall attractions and yet still it gives the feeling of being the perfect idyll to retreat to for the ultimate relaxing getaway.
We eventually were fortunate and lucky enough to get the opportunity to buy Popham House. We knew we loved it even before viewing!
We hope that you can see why we love this place so much and have an amazing time here! It really is quite a magical place. Somewhere you just will not want to leave!
We think Popham House is the perfect place for a North Devon short break or holiday – but don’t take our word for it. See what some of our recent guests have to say!
Yes we allow 2 well behaved dogs and there is a dog section on this website with more information.
We do not have specific parking but you can park FOC in the road and there are also two car parks if needed. One at the end of the Quay opposite the Seagate Hotel and the other in Odun road.
Yes the house is suitable for all ages but we would stress that the bedrooms are on floors 1 & 2 and we do not have a ground floor bedroom. The stairs are fairly steep but do have hand rails.
There are many beaches nearby, opposite is Instow beach. We are also only 5 mins drive to Westward Ho! & the Northern burrows, and less than 30mins to Saunton Sands.
General check in is 3pm and check out is 10am. You will be contacted by our house team before arrival and they will also confirm if earlier check in is available on request which it quite often is.
Yes! A Nespresso Vertuo
Merry Christmas With Love from Popham House!
July 5th is National Bikini Day and marks the anniversary of the two piece which was introduced in 1946 and has been a regular accessory on our beaches & pools ever since.
Dreaming of those long summer days warmth on your face, sandy corned beef sandwiches and salt water in your eyes. Day-dreaming until just before the sun sets late into the night…..
After the busy bustling’s of summer juggling work, holidays, family & life – it must be time for some well deserved ‘Me Time’, ‘R&R’ and an ‘Autumn Reset’.
Visit the Famous Appledore Book Festival 13th – 22nd September 2024
North Devon has plenty to offer from amazing landscapes, a dramatic coast and many beaches and towns with plenty of attractions for every age & interest.
Whether cycling, hiking, gentle strolling, surfing, shopping, arts or eating are your thing, North Devon has it covered.
There are far too many to list each one but here are some ideas to help…..
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