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Drum Cottage

Appledore, Devon
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Luxury
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Enjoy the charm of this 17th-century cottage, rich in characterful features and a beautiful conservatory that’s perfect for relaxing whatever the season.
  • The open-plan living space is ideal for spending quality time together, making it a great base for families or groups looking to explore North Devon.
  • Set in the heart of Appledore, just a short stroll from the quay, you’ll find a wonderful selection of independent restaurants, cosy cafés, traditional pubs and local shops right on your doorstep.
  • Take a trip across the water to Instow, or enjoy a short drive to the sandy shores of Westward Ho! — perfect for beach days, coastal walks and family adventures.
Overview
Property code: OC-DRUM

DRUM

Full of character, Drum Cottage is a cute 17th Century holiday home situated a couple of minutes’ walk away from the quayside and shops in Appledore. Sleeping four people and two dogs, the double-fronted cottage has an original steep curving staircase, quaint window seats, low hanging beams (6ft in height) and low door thresholds. Modern twists such as underfloor heating, a well-equipped kitchen/diner with plenty of units and a light and airy conservatory make Drum Cottage a great choice all year round. The front door leads directly into the low-beamed living room which has a woodburning stove set into a large stone fireplace with a dark wood lintel. This in turn leads into a spacious kitchen/diner and conservatory – a superb open-plan living space providing a sociable area for the whole party to enjoy time together. Patio doors lead out from the conservatory onto a fully enclosed terraced patio garden with outside furniture. A bathroom, with a shower over the bath, completes the accommodation downstairs.  Upstairs there is a good-sized double bedroom and a delightful twin room with characterful window seat. Drum Cottage is just a couple of minutes’ walk through quaint narrow streets with colourful cottages to the quayside with its small range of pubs, shops and galleries. A seasonal ferry takes passengers to the pretty little estuary village of Instow, with its sheltered stretch of sandy beach, award winning deli and further choice of family friendly pubs and restaurants.

The surfing beach and famous Royal North Devon Golf Club at Westward Ho!, indoor pool at Northam, the Big Sheep family attraction and Atlantic Village shopping outlet are all within a short drive.

Ground floor:

Lounge: TV, DVD and woodburner. WiFi Fibre Broadband, super fast. 

Kitchen/diner: Electric oven with gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher (washing machine is in utility cupboard)

Bathroom: Underfloor heating. Bath, shower over bath, washbasin and WC

 

First floor: (accessed via steep and winding staircase)

Bedroom 1: King-size bed

Bedroom 2: Twin beds

 

Pets: Two pets welcome

Parking: Please give your car registration to the booking team when you book this property. They will then let Torridge District Council know your registration, so you can park in the allocated car space in Odun Street Car Park. Reserved from 1600 arrival to 1000 departure. (Details will be forwarded). 

Garden/Patio: Decked patio

Heating: Gas central heating + woodburner

Short breaks: Not available

Notes: Linen and towels are provided (please bring beach towels). Unlimited WiFi is available free of charge. No smoking at this property. Highchair and travel cot are provided. Two hairdryers are provided. This property will have a Friday changeover from January 2021 onwards

Beach: 0.2miles Pub: 0.2miles

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 twin
  • 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC
  • Electric oven with gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine
  • Welcome pack
  • Highchair and travel cot provided
  • Wood burner
  • TV with DVD, WiFi Fibre Broadband (super speed)
  • Enclosed decked patio with a table and chairs
  • Please give your car registration to the booking team when you book this property. They will then let Torridge District Council know your registration, so you can park in the allocated car space in Odun Street Car Park. Reserved from 1600 arrival to 1000 departure. (Details will be forwarded). 
  • Pub, shop and beach 400 metres
  • Steep, winding cottage-style staircase to the first floor and external steps in the garden
  • Please bring your own beach towels
  • 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 22 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Richard 18th May 2026

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Great stay at Drum cottage; comfortable and well equipped, lovely garden, allocated parking close by and within easy walking distance of amenities in the village. Kat very welcoming and knowledgeable about where to go and what to see.

Reviewed by Christine 9th May 2026

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Lovely cottage been there a few times enjoyed it so much keep going back

Reviewed by Sally 28th March 2026

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Reviewed by Lynn 14th March 2026

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Reviewed by Sue 8th January 2026

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Fourth time staying in Appledore and first time at Drum Cottage. Bonus with outside space and car parking nearby for the duration of stay! Great kitchen /living space at the back of the cottage, which was very peaceful. As mentioned previously, the stairs to the bedrooms maybe a task for some people, as they are steep ( as are most of the AppledRead moreore cottages ) but there are a couple of handles and a rope to help to get up or down! The main bedroom having a lot of storage and space and a comfortable bed. The front lounge has very low ceilings which made it feel cosy and definitely warmer with a great wood burner! We had a lovely stay, eating mainly out at the local places and enjoyable walks to Westward Ho! via North Burrows, a drive over to Instow beach and day out in Bude. Hide

Reviewed by Gina 25th October 2025

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Wonderful cottage, a true home away from home with everything you could wish for.

Reviewed by Anne 6th October 2025

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Drum cottage was immaculate with a large kitchen and conservatory and outdoor enclosed space, This cottage has everything you want, so well equipped, warm and cosy from under floor heating and in an ideal location for exploring the area. The reserved parking space a bonus. A good welcome pack for humans and doggies. We enjoyed our stay very mucRead moreh, and look forward to staying here again. Hide

Reviewed by Beverley 14th September 2025

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We had a lovely week at Drum Cottage. The Cottage is very comfortable and welcoming- the weather wasn't in our favour but we still had a great week. It wasn't cold enough for the log burner but I can imagine how cosy it would be in the colder months. The Cottage has a lot of mod cons and a lovely decking area to sit in the good weather. Our dogRead more loved it here but it is on a busy road so be careful leaving and entering the cottage. Our car was parked free a few steps up the hill in a car park that was organised by the owner. We ate out a few nights but we did have a few meals at the cottage too and watched the TV that had lots of channels to choose from. The washing machine was a bonus as we got wet most days too. Appledore is a beautiful village and it's easy to go to local places like Instow and Westward Ho too. Also we enjoyed visiting Clovelly village and Bude. We would definitely recommend Drum Cottage for a lovely break. Hide

Reviewed by Gary 13th July 2025

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Had an absolutely fantastic holiday at Drum cottage. Appledore is a beautiful village with lots of amenities and the cottage was a perfect base to come back to after a day of exploring.

Reviewed by Olivia 21st June 2025

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17c century cottage in a perfect location. Beds comfortable. Nice extension and conservatory. A Very Steep Original Winding Saircase with a rope to hold onto going up and downstairs and Not Suitable for young children. Sitting room and sofas smelled damp and musty continuously despite windows being open .

Reviewed by Dave 7th June 2025

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Delightful cottage extremely well equipped good location & very important a reserved parking space. Fast WiFi & nice large new tv

Reviewed by Christine 25th May 2025

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Lovely comforting relaxing place

Reviewed by Christine 17th May 2025

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Always a great place to stay. Well equipped, comfortable beds and lovely outdoors. Near all the amenities .

Reviewed by Trevor 26th April 2025

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Reviewed by Christine 15th March 2025

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A great cottage. Well equipped and well positioned with the added bonus of having a car space included in the closest car park. Thoroughly recommend this properly would live there if we could.

Reviewed by Andrew 28th December 2024

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Great cottage very nicely decorated for xmas.everything you could need is suplied.beds very comfortable. Stairs a bit steep but plenty to hang on to to help you.great location parking that comes with the property not too far away.a proper home from home.spent quite a lot on wood for the burner.but it did warm the cottage when the heating not on.

Reviewed by Sarah 2nd November 2024

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Reviewed by Alison 28th September 2024

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Drum Cottage was so lovely, clean and well equipped for our stay. The large kitchen and conservatory were a much favoured area of the cottage along with the lovely garden which is a rare addition! Perfect location with a parking permit kindly provided. We've visited Appledore for many years and always look forward to returning

Reviewed by Vicky 7th September 2024

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3rd visit to appledore and 2nd stay at drum cottage. The cottage is well equipped with everything u could think of. You get a good welcome pack for humans and doggies. Both bedrooms have hairdryers. Kat the owners sister is always very helpful and welcoming. The cottage is in a good location.

Reviewed by Alex 10th August 2024

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We had a wonderful stay at Drum Cottage. The cottage was immaculate and the location was stunning. Our party was 2 adults, 1 x 13yo 1 x 10yo and a dog. The back garden was safe and secure for the dog and there was so much to do in the local area. The cottage was very well equipped with everything we could have needed and more. My top tip wRead morehen packing to come and stay at Drum Cottage, if you think am I likely to need this, I better pack it, you probably don't need it - it is probably already in the cottage waiting for you! A wonderful stay, we will be back, I'm sure. Hide

Reviewed by Jane 6th July 2024

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Cottage was exceptionally clean and well presented. The conservatory is a delight. Excellent location for amenities in Appledore.

Reviewed by Nicholas 30th June 2024

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A spacious cottage full of character, ideally located in a quiet village in north Devon. The stairs and low ceilings may be an issue for tall people. The allocated parking space is brilliant and located just a short walk up the hill . The welcome pack was very generous.

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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.