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Gora House

Woolacombe, Devon
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Family friendly
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Increased accessibility
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Step into this beautiful historic cottage, one of the oldest buildings in Woolacombe, perfectly located just a five minute gently inclined stroll from the golden sands of Woolacombe Beach.
  • Within a short stroll, discover a great selection of pubs, restaurants and independent shops, making it easy to enjoy the village at your own pace.
  • Perfect for families, this cottage is an ideal base to explore North Devon’s stunning coastal walks, try surfing or swimming, or simply relax by the sea.
  • A charming seaside retreat for an unforgettable North Devon holiday.
Overview
Property code: OC-G36299

Stay at this pretty cottage in the centre of the seaside village of Woolacombe. It’s an ideal dog-friendly choice for families or friends seeking a relaxing seaside escape in Devon. Bring your buckets, spades and water sports gear as Woolacombe offers 3 miles of golden sands to enjoy and is a renowned surfing beach. Walkers will love having access to the South West Coast Path, with walks to the National Trust’s Morte Point, only 1.5 miles away, or to Saunton Sands, 6.5 miles along the coast. A great family day out is at historic Watermouth Castle, which offers experiences and activities for all ages and is just 10.5 miles away. Another seaside must-visit attraction is Ilfracombe, 4 miles away, which has a historic harbour from which you can take boat trips, including fishing trips and visit Lundy Island, famous for its puffins.


Step into the porch and through to the open-plan lounge, dining and kitchen area of this superb two-storey seaside property. You will feel at home from the moment you enter, with the relaxing hues, abundance of natural light, and inviting decor and furnishings creating a welcoming space. After a day exploring, come home and settle into one of the plush sofas and unwind with a cool drink. In the evenings, gather to watch your favourite box set on the Smart TV. Ahead of the sofas, you’ll find the chic kitchen area, complete with all the necessary appliances so that you can whip up some family favourites. The wooden dining table looks out to the garden and is a lovely spot to enjoy memorable meals and relive the day’s activities. Patio doors open out from the dining area into the garden. When it is time to sleep, there is a ground-floor king-size bedroom with an en-suite bathroom featuring a shower, a free-standing bath and a WC. Take the stairs from the lounge up to the first floor and drift off to sleep in one of two delightful en-suite king-size bedrooms, one of which has an additional single bed. Keep your eye out for characterful windows decorated with enchanting images reflecting the seaside location.


Step out onto the patio with outdoor furniture – an ideal spot for a morning coffee or a lazy afternoon tea. Private parking is available for two cars.

  • Sleeps 6+1
  • 3 king-size bedrooms (1 with an additional single bed)
  • 3 bathrooms – 2 en-suite shower rooms with WC, 1 en-suite bathroom with a shower, free-standing bath, and WC
  • Electric oven and hob, slimline dishwasher, microwave, 2 fridges
  • Smart TV in lounge
  • Patio with outdoor table and chairs
  • Private parking for 2 cars
  • Pubs and shops 50 metres, beach 100 metres
  • Low, sloping ceilings on the first floor
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Tania Robinson

This property is personally managed by Tania.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 3 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Tiffany 11th July 2026

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We loved our stay at Gora House. We were 3 adults, 2 children aged 9 and 12, and a dog. The size of the house and layout were perfect for us. We were lucky to have hot sunny weather and so were on the beach nearly everyday. The location is great within easy reach of the town and shops just a few minutes away. There is a park next to the property toRead moreo which the children enjoyed. If you have moderate beach stuff and a trolley you can walk to the beach but we had lots of surf boards and beach kit so ended up parking the van each day in the beach carpark but if you want to nip back for lunch or forget something its not too far. The hot water system and showers were amazing. After a day on the beach all three showers could be used at the same time no problem. 3 en suites was a bonus! And, the towels were of excellent quality. The decor and spec is modern and clean and easy to maintain. Adequate provisions for our late arrival and the tea, milk and biscuits was a nice touch. The rose bush in the patio area gave it a real cottage garden feel and the outside tap was so useful for washing through beach gear. We visited Lee Bay and Barricane beach nearby too but there is loads to do if the weathers not so great. Would highly recommend this place and its reasonable if sharing with other adults for the time of year. Hide

Reviewed by Carol 9th July 2026

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The interior photos gave a true representation of the size and space of the accommodation. Past experience of wide angle lens photos have led to disappointment on arrival to discover the accommodation has shrunk! Gora House is an historic and interesting property and being in such a convenient location is surrounded by other buildings. This may notRead more be immediately apparent from the photo of the exterior. However, the lovely rose fenced outside terrace area where we had breakfast was quite secluded and we didn't feel overlooked. The welcome pack with quality products was very much appreciated. All three bedrooms and their ensuites lived up to their description. Having three ensuites was a main criterion for choosing Gora House as well as there being no hills to climb up to it. The beds were so comfortable that we meant to ask where they came from, as well as the linen and duvet! The location was great as it was a 5 minute walk to the beach hut we hired for the week and a couple of minutes walk to the various restaurants and shops. Over the weekend one of the pubs had live music playing until late but I think you have to expect this when you are in such a central location & it was only one night. Hide

Reviewed by Colin 23rd May 2026

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Original Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.