Award Winning Apartment overlooking the Beach
Luxuriously Equipped, overlooking the Beach, Great Base to Explore North Devon
Sleeps 4/5 (2 Bedrooms)
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Nautilus is situated just steps from the 2 mile 'blue flag' beach at Westward Ho! It makes a great base for exploring all that North Devon has to offer and is just 25 miles from Bude and the North Cornwall border. The apartments have won an award for exemplary design and the glass walls at both back and front make the most of the sea view and the town. With the main living/dining area on the top floor to make the most of the views and the bedrooms and bathrooms on the first floor, there are 3 balconies, with furniture on the largest - perfect for dining 'al fresco' or watching the sunset over the Atlantic. The apartment is exceptionally well equipped, with families of young children in mind as well as luxuries for a relaxing adult holiday. A true 'home from home', you will not want for anything when you stay at Nautilus. With professional interior design and equipped to VisitBritain 5* standard it has everything you need to ensure a truly memorable holiday. Local amenities.
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| Rental periods | Price per week |
| 4 January - 13 February 09 | £450 |
| 13 - 27 February 09 | £680 |
| 27 February - 27 March 09 | £610 |
| 27 March - 17 April 09 | £765 |
| 17 April - 22 May 09 | £665 |
| 22 - 29 May 09 | £765 |
| 29 May - 10 July 09 | £715 |
| 10 July - 4 September 09 | £945 |
| 4 September - 2 October 09 | £715 |
| 2 - 16 October 09 | £610 |
| 16 - 30 October 09 | £755 |
| 30 October - 22 December 09 | £610 |
| 22 December 09 - 5 January 10 | £945 |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in UK pounds.
A 25% discount is given for 2 people staying during the period 1 October - 31 May, excluding school holidays
Out of season short breaks are available between 1 October and 1 May
Early booking discounts are available when booking more than 3 months in advance - please contact us for details
Changeover day
Changeover day is Friday (flexible out of season). Short breaks available October through to May. 25% discount for 2 people October to May (excl. school holidays). Early booking discounts. Arrival time is 4pm, departure time is 10am.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | The bedrooms and bathrooms are on the lower floor: Bedroom 1 with king size four poster bed, ensuite bathroom and fitted wardrobes. Bedroom 2 with twin beds and fitted wardrobe. Travel cot, z-bed and double sofabed also available. Hairdryer provided. |
| Bathrooms: | En-suite bathroom to bedroom 1 with bath/shower over, w/c and bidet. Shower room with wc and washing machine/tumble dryer. |
| Kitchen: | Exceptionally well equipped with dishwasher, electric cooker, gas hob, fridge, freezer, washing machine, microwave, toaster, kettle and coffee maker. Highchair for toddlers, plus sterilizer, children's cutlery, plastic plates, cups, etc. |
| Utility Room: | Contains iron and ironing board, stairgates for toddlers. |
| Living Rooms: | The upper floor is entirely open plan, incorporating the living room, dining room and kitchen and with an amazing view of the beach and sea. Freeview Sky TV, DVD/video player and CD player. Excellent selection of books, games, DVDs and CDs. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
All linen and towels (including beach towels and tea towels but excluding linen for the travel cot) are included and the property is cleaned prior to arrival. For bookings 14 days or more, linen and towels are changed weekly. Local housekeeper. |
Notes on accommodation
With professional interior design incorporating crisp cotton linen, big fluffy towels and meticulous attention to detail, the apartment is a wonderful place to stay in any season.
The apartment is centrally heated for cosy out of season breaks.
Fully equipped for babies and children including a travel cot, toddler bedguard, high chair, stairgates, cold water/microwave steriliser, baby-listening monitor, children's cutlery and plastic plates, cups, etc plus a wide selection of children's games and DVD's.
Accommodation can be arranged to be flexible for families, couples or friends by using the double sofabed and / or the z-bed.
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge/freezer,
- fridge,
- microwave,
- dishwasher,
- washing machine,
- tumble dryer,
- iron/ironing board,
- satellite tv,
- tv,
- telephone,
- central heating,
- cot,
- high chair
Outside
There are 3 balconies: the largest is accessed from the living room and has amazing seascapes across the Atlantic sea. With dining furniture, it is ideal for dining 'al fresco' and watching the sunset over the sea. There is also a balcony at the rear of the apartment, accessed from the dining area and with views across the town. The master bedroom has a balcony which also overlooks the Atlantic sea.
The apartment has the advantage of secure car parking with electric gates for 2 cars, adjacent to the apartment.
Coast/Beach
The beach can be reached in approximately 30 seconds from leaving the door! This is a wonderful 2 mile stretch of golden sand which is 'blue flag' accredited and is backed by the famous pebble ridge. Behind this is a nature reserve known as Northam Burrows. There is a surf school at Westward Ho! as well as kite-surfing.
Within 30 minutes drive are the well known beaches at Woolacombe, Putsborough and Saunton as well as the world renowned surfing beach at Croyde.
Golf
Westward Ho! is home to the oldest golf course in England, The Royal North Devon Golf Course, which is approximately 0.5 miles away. Numerous other golf courses are available within an hour's drive.
Travel
Westward Ho! is on the North Devon coast just off the A39 between Barnstaple and Bude. A car is recommended although Westward Ho! is well served by public transport.
The nearest train station is in Barnstaple (13km).
Distances
The nearest town is Bideford which is approx. 10 minutes away by car and the regional centre is Barnstaple which is approx. 20 minutes away by car.
There are many fishing villages close by, including Appledore, with it's small steep lanes and a good selection of fish resaurants. Clovelly, is also nearby, with it's steep cobbled streets which are inaccessible by motor vehicles.
Hartland Point is a short distance away by car, with it's famous lighthouse and beautiful scenery.
Further details
There are a number of shops including a post office, butchers, bakers, pharmacy and 2 small supermarkets less than 3 minutes walk from the apartment.
Westward Ho! makes an excellent central base from which to explore the surrounding area. There are some shops and restaurants within the village itself and many more to be found within a 10 minute drive along the coast in either direction.
The diversity of the natural landscape in North Devon provides an enormous variety of opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, horse riding, golf, surfing, fishing, wind-surfing, sailing and boat trips.
There is a wealth of other attractions and places to visit including:
* Days out for children - theme parks, wildlife, dinosaurs, gnomes, butterflies, diggers and castles
* Local markets - with a variety of food, drink, arts and crafts
* Historic houses - including the National Trust Houses at Arlington, Tapeley Park and Dunster Castle
* Gardens - RHS Rosemoor Gardens, Dr Smart's beautiful garden at Marwood and the National Trust's Knighthayes Court house and gardens
In fact there is so much to see and do that one holiday is not enough! We are sure that you will want to keep coming back to North Devon year after year to enjoy all that there is on offer.
Booking notes
Please call or e-mail to double check up to date availability.
Payment can be by credit/debit card, electronic transfer or cheque. 50% rental fee payable at the time of booking to secure dates. Final balance payable eight weeks before arrival. A £100 refundable damage deposit is payable (with final balance) for all bookings, which will be refunded to you following satisfactory inspection of the apartment.
Welcome pack provided on arrival. Housekeeper lives locally.
Guest comments
"Fantastic sitting room to watch the sea and the sunset" - Mr & Mrs S, April 2008.
"The apartment was too lovely to leave so we ate in" - Mr & Mrs F, February 2008.
"Really great apartment, couldn't have wanted anything else" - Mr & Mrs W June 2008
For booking and further information
Property Ref E918
Emma and Andrew Firth
Tel: (UK) + 44 (0)1491 824259
Fax: (UK) + 44 (0)7006 025152
Mobile: (UK) + 44 (0)7889 489394
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