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Croyde Bay to perfection - Sandy Beau

Croyde Bay to perfection - Sandy Beau

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Sandy Beau during 'Golden Hour' - West Country sunsets are truly incredible.
Interior
Croyde's famous surfing beach! 
"The best beach break wave in the U.K."
Living area
Living area

Overview of Croyde Bay to perfection - Sandy Beau

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space

Check out the area

Map
Croyde, ENG
  • Popular LocationCroyde Bay Beach12 min walk
  • Popular LocationSaunton Sands8 min drive
  • Popular LocationWoolacombe Beach21 min drive
  • AirportExeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)92 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Croyde

2 Single Beds

Putsborough

2 Single Beds

Saunton

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Garden

Outdoor shower

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upper 'En-suite' Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Croyde Bay to perfection - Sandy Beau

Luxurious, newly refurbished, 3 double bedroom house. Set behind the dunes with stunning views of the surrounding hillsides in a perfect location for walking access to the famous surfing beach of Croyde Bay and village centre with it's shops and Pubs.

Classical with a modern twist Sandy Beau retains it's local coastal character with use of natural materials while enjoying all the luxuries offered by a complete redesign and high spec refurbishment.

Driveway parking for 2 cars.

The space
**Guests please note that changeover day for Sandy Beau is Saturday during peak times. **

**All 3 Bedrooms can be set up as 2 single beds OR 1 Super King size bed in each**

Inside Sandy Beau:

A vaulted hallway welcomes guests into a wide, light and airy space which leads to the 2 ground floor bedrooms, the ground floor wet-room bathroom and also the large open plan living area.

Underfloor heating throughout ensures year round comfort and warmth after a day of exploring the beaches and surrounding areas of outstanding natural beauty.

The 2 ground floor bedrooms are light, spacious and beautifully furnished.
Beds in each room can be made up as 2 singles or as 1 Super King size.
Each bedroom has a wall mounted HDTV that is internet enabled for Netflix etc as well as Freeview.

The groundfloor Wet-room style bathroom is finished to a high spec with exquisite lighting of the limestone floor and spacious walk in shower - suitable for wheelchair access.
Also the bathroom features a large heated LED lit mirror and heated towel rail.

Stairs lead from the vaulted hallway to the upstairs bedroom and en-suite bathroom.
This bedroom can also be made up as 2 single beds or a super king.
It is a wonderfully light and comfortable room, again finished to high spec with multiple rooflight windows complete with internal blinds to give privacy and comfort after dark. The en-suite bathroom is subtly lit and beautifully finished with a slipper bath, toilet, hand basin, LED heated mirror and heated towel rail.

The open plan living area has relaxed seating for six with Sofa's and footstools.
A wall mounted 49 inch smart HDTV with Sonos playbar speaker is internet enabled to allow guests to login to Netflix, Amazon Prime etc.
With use of the Sonos app the playbar can also be used to stream music from services like Spotify etc.

The front alcove of the main living area has a dedicated work space with natural daylight and desk. The space has easy access to 'hard wire' via Ethernet cable to BT Infinity wireless internet router if required. Perfect for guests wishing to 'work from home'.

A glass fronted log burner is also a feature in the living space for relaxing in the warmth of a real fire on those cold winter days.

The dining table is an oak farmhouse style and has seating for up to 8. It features hanging pendant lights that create a cozy and sumptuous atmosphere with multiple board games stored in cupboards within arms reach.

The fully fitted kitchen is well equipped with beautiful natural slate worktops. It contains a large 'American Style fridge freezer with internal filtered water dispenser, Ice machine and Wine cooler. Also features an integrated dishwasher, electric cooker, hob, microwave, kettle and toaster.

Behind the kitchen is an enclosed Utility room with vaulted ceiling containing a washing machine, large heated towel rail to dry wet clothes, wetsuits, swimming costumes & towels. A clothes airer also available for outside drying of wet items.

The utility room has separate access to the rear of the house where the heated outdoor shower is located for a truly luxurious way to freshen up straight off the beach!

The vaulted utility room allows for safe and secure storage of surf boards, bikes, golf clubs & beach gear.

Bi-fold doors with a flush level floor (perfect for wheelchair access) lead from the kitchen to the large rear limestone patio area for a modern inside-outside feel.

Rear Garden:

Guests have use of a new Weber Master-touch Barbecue with full array of utensils.
There are also 2 sun-beds with cushions, a Patio table and multiple chairs to relax into as the garden captures the sun from sunrise to late evening.

Sandy Beau has free off road parking for two cars on the driveway.

Keeping the Village and surrounding area as pollution free as possible is close to our heart and hence there is a Rolec electric car charging point available on request for those with Hybrid or Electric vehicles.

Dogs:
*One short haired dog is welcome at Sandy Beau at an extra fee of £25 per week although we request owners restrict their dogs to downstairs only - stairgate will be provided.
**Sorry pooches but in the summer months of July & August we do not allow dogs to stay due to Croyde beach being closed to our canine friends!

Guest access
**Guests please note that changeover day for Sandy Beau is Saturday during peak times**

Property manager

Cori Pickard
Premier Host
Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 9:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
One small short haired dog.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Saturday changeover days during peak times

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Croyde

Located in Braunton, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. While the natural beauty of North Devon Coast and Saunton Sands can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Ilfracombe Harbour. Travelling with kids? Consider Marwood Hill Gardens and Funder Zone. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and cycling nearby.
Map
Croyde, ENG

What's nearby

  • Croyde Bay Beach - 12 min walk
  • Saunton Sands - 8 min drive
  • Putsborough Sands - 18 min drive
  • Woolacombe Beach - 21 min drive
  • Barricane Beach - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Barnstaple Station - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Red Barn - 11 min drive
  • The Thatch - 7 min walk
  • Croyde Ice Cream Parlour - 8 min walk
  • Sandleigh Tea Room & Garden - 3 min drive
  • Blue Groove - 9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Croyde Bay to perfection - Sandy Beau pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Croyde Bay to perfection - Sandy Beau?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Croyde Bay to perfection - Sandy Beau?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Croyde Bay to perfection - Sandy Beau located?

This family-friendly Braunton holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Croyde Bay Beach, Saunton Sands and Putsborough Sands. Braunton Burrows and North Devon Coast are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stuart N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect home and perfect host
We have stayed in five different homes in Croyde and this is our favourite. From the communication with Cori to the arrival milk / bread / chocolate/ cider ;-) to the cleanliness of the property. Stunning !!!!! Perfect location too - quiet road and close to beach and village - Thank you for a perfect break !!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place . Absolutely loved it !!
What a beautiful place to stay . We stayed for a 4 night break over the new year . The accommodation has everything you could possibly want and much more . Cori has thought of everything to make the stay just perfect including lovely treats !! From wood burner underfloor heating and beautiful bath we looked forward to getting back after a long walk with the dog . So cosy . We love Croyde anyway but this accommodation just made our start to 2024 just perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautifully presented yet comfortable holiday home from home
I stayed at this property for 2 weeks in August with my husband, son aged 24 and father aged 88. What a lovely, comfortable place to stay! The property is located in a quiet close on the western edge of Croyde, therefore an easy drive to our favourite beach at Saunton. Only slight problem with the location is that it's a bit of a trek to the shops and restaurants (my dad was not up to the walk so I had to drive when we ate out in town), and a bit of a trek to the beach: you have to walk up virtually the length of the road, a short distance along the main road, then down another parallel road and across the back of the dunes; or along the main road to the western car park and across the rocks. That is the only negative- everything else was spot on. The rooms are all well planned and nicely decorated with comfy zip-link therefore super king size beds, with TV in both downstairs bedrooms. The loft room has an en suite bathroom and is massive. Stairs maybe a bit tricky for older guests - such as my dad - but great for my son. There is tons of space downstairs- even we found it hard to fill the place with our junk! Loved the huge hall with its ginormous mirror! Utility room is the best ever - so warm, everything dries in hours! The whole place was clean and incredibly well equipped. The housekeeping team were great - responded rapidly to a couple of tiny teething problems. Lovely touches such as (compostable) pod coffee and filter coffee Really could not have had a better holiday
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Practically Perfect
A lovely bungalow in a quiet neighbourhood within easy walking distance of the beach and Croyde village and a short drive to Braunton. The property was very clean and it has everything you need! Spacious living area with good sized bedrooms, very comfortable beds, great shower and a lovely patio area Sandy Beau provided the perfect base for our wonderful holiday. Cori is topnotch on communication and was really helpful from our initial booking through to the morning we departed. We were all so sad to leave and we will definitely be rebooking for next year. Thanks to Cori for being such a wonderful host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

kathrine p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous place
Sandy Beau was just gorgeous, such high tech and high spec and spotlessly clean. We loved the lighting, the fridge, the coffee machine, the fire, the constant hot water and the comfy beds. We had some very wet days and so really appreciated the utility room, which got so warm and easy to dry stuff. Off-road parking for two plus no restrictions on the road. Would love to come back in the summer but until the beach dog restrictions are changed, Croyde doesn't work for us. In our rush to check out in the rain, I've just realised I think we left a dog poo in the back garden, sorry Cori and Gareth. Thank you for sharing your beautiful house and please let us know if you want to sell! Kathrine
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Cori Pickard

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Hello! My name is Cori and my family have lived in Croyde for the last 20 years. Along with my husband and 2 children we spend as much time here as physically possible - it's a truly magical place.

Why they chose this property

Croyde in North Devon, is a magical location with superb sandy beaches and spectacular scenery. The unspoilt village is steeped in old-world charm with great input into the area by the young surfing community, tourism and walkers with three fantastic beaches to choose from.

What makes this property unique

The house - 'Sandy Beau' - commands a perfect location for fast access on foot to the famous sandy surfing beach of Croyde Bay and also the heart of Croyde village while retaining peace and privacy from being situated on a quiet cul de sac.

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