2 Bed Apartment, 5 Minutes Walk To Popular Surfing Beach and Croyde Village
Little Sandy Hollow is ideally situated in a central location for both the beach and the picturesque village of Croyde. It's location makes it ideal for days on the beach, with a peaceful setting for relaxing, finishing with an easy stroll to the village for meals out, ice creams or a take away from the many options in and around Croyde village. The sunsets can be stunning here, watching from the beach or the sand dunes or down the road at Downend Point, all are within easy walking distance. An evening stroll around Baggy Headland, National Trust, is a favourite of ours and many others. This can be as long or short as you want with plenty of seats for a rest to take in the fabulous views. There are certainly lots of options which make it easy to leave the car for the day.
This area of North Devon has so much to offer if you wish to have some days exploring the local area. From wide open beaches of Woolacombe and the rugged smaller beaches of the north coast to the open moor lands of Exmoor National Park and steep wooded valleys in and around Lynmouth and the Valley of the Rocks. There is certainly lots to explore both for the adults and children. It is a comfortable, well equipped and ideal location for both a family with young children or 2 adults.
It is a 2 floor self-contained annex with a separate private side access to the property, with key safe . Off street parking for 1 car is available in the front of the property. It is adjoined to the main property where we, the owners Malcolm&Gini live. We are often away on day trips, overnight visits to family in Bristol and Somerset or off to our allotment in the village. We are always easily contactable for advice if needed.
The accomadation comprises of: 2 bedrooms, sleeping 4 people, Please refer to photos The larger double room for 2 adults has views across to the hills on the other side of the bay and velux window with blind. The smaller second bedroom has one adult sized bunk beds, ideal for 2 children or 2 adults. This looks out to the front of the property. There is a black blind that can be temporarily fixed to the window for extra darkness at night.
1 upstairs shower room with Mira shower and toilet combined. There is a second shower room with toilet downstairs
The ground floor comprises of a fully equipped kitchen diner with open-plan living area looking out onto the rear garden and trees beyond. There are sliding patio doors opening out onto decking which looks out onto shared garden with main house. There are 2 steps from the decking down to the garden. Please refer to the photos on the listing. Guests have access to the garden and their own rear gate that opens out onto the lane to the beach. This gate can be locked. Outdoor seating and a table is available for use. Sun umbrella is available on request.
Board and bike storage in rear garden. Our rear outside tap is within easy access for washing off sandy feet, rinsing off wetsuits etc with hanging area available.
The property is close to the popular South West Coastal Path and 2 miles from part of the National Cycle Route 27 and various cycling routes in the local area including the popular Tarka Trail. Locally, there is the Tuesday Croyde Market and the Sunday and Thursday Craft Market in the Croyde Village Centre.
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Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Croyde
Located in Braunton, this apartment is in a rural area and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at North Devon Coast and Woolacombe Beach. St Anne's Arts & Community Centre and Marwood Hill Gardens are also worth visiting. Snorkelling and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
Is 2 Bed Apartment, 5 Minutes Walk To Popular Surfing Beach and Croyde Village pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 2 Bed Apartment, 5 Minutes Walk To Popular Surfing Beach and Croyde Village?
As of 8 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2 Bed Apartment, 5 Minutes Walk To Popular Surfing Beach and Croyde Village on 1 July 2026 start from AU$247, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at 2 Bed Apartment, 5 Minutes Walk To Popular Surfing Beach and Croyde Village?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 2 Bed Apartment, 5 Minutes Walk To Popular Surfing Beach and Croyde Village?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 2 Bed Apartment, 5 Minutes Walk To Popular Surfing Beach and Croyde Village?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is 2 Bed Apartment, 5 Minutes Walk To Popular Surfing Beach and Croyde Village located?
Situated by the sea, this apartment building is within 2 miles (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
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Amazing location, amazing accommodation with everything you need for a weeks stay
Matt A.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2025
We're pleased that you found Little Sandyhollow well equipped to meet your needs and the property was well located to explore all the amenities the village and the surrounding beaches have to offer.
Clean accommodation that was just as described. Brilliant location for beach and the village. Can thoroughly recommend.
Hanna B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2025
We endeavour to equip Little Sandyhollow with as much equipment guests may need during their stay. Satisfied, they can then explore and enjoy the rest of their vacation.
Lovely stay at this gorgeous apartment in Croyde. Easy communication with the lovely hosts and the apartment was just as described in the listing. Would definitely return and recommend.
Michael R.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2025
We were pleased Little Sandyhollow annex met your requirement for your stay with us. Although the weather was a little changeable the annex proved a warm and cosy base from which to explore and enjoy the surrounding area.
Lovely property and great comms with owners. Perfectly located for the beach and town. The annexe has everything you need and is spotlessly clean. Thanks for a great stay.
Claire G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2024
We were pleased to provide you with the communication, information and service required to make your time with us happy and enjoyable.
This is the third time I’ve stayed in this property. It’s in a good location to get to the beach or to the village, the owners are really nice and overall a great property for a family to stay in Croyde
Clean, spacious property within easy walk of beach and village. Would definitively recommend 😊
Judy V.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2023
We were so pleased you found your accommodation comfortable and spacious during your stay with us and also found it was a great and easy location to explore the village and surrounding area.
We absolutely loved our stay. Such helpful people. The location was brilliant, literally a 5 minute walk to the beach. The annex was perfect for what we wanted. We will definitely be booking again xx
Sophie T.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2023
Hi
We're so glad you loved your holiday with us. The walk from the property down the lane to the beach is close, quiet and safe. The property overlooks open fields to the rear and we're so happy you were situated close enough to all the amenities you needed to really enjoy your stay with us.
Malcolm&Gini
Great place to stay to explore croyde. 5 mins walk to beach and a couple of minutes to croyde cafés and ice cream. Kids loved their stay.
Place is very clean and looked after and perfect for a family of four with two young kids
Host was excellent and really understanding when I had to take a work call past the check out time
5 stars!
Rob C.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2024
Thank you for choosing to stay with us, we're pleased that you enjoyed time and found Little Sandyhollow was comfortable, quiet and centrally located for the beach and all the other amenities
Lovely place to stay, cleaned and spacious. Owners easy to contact and super helpful. Short walk to the beach or the village. Good places to dry wetsuits and other beach stuff. Well equipped kitchen. Would recommend to other families.
The property is perfect for 3 or 4 people. It is extremely clean and has everything you need for a weeks holiday. Ten minutes walk to the beach and Surf South West surfing school along a lovely footpath. I can highly recommend staying here
Diane M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2022
Hello Diane
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay with us.
The annex is situated in an ideal position to gain access to both the village and the beach. From the back garden the route to the beach is a safe and easy walk along a footpath that leads all the way down to the beach.
Kind regards Malcolm&Gini
Really lovely place to stay. Perfect location between the beach and the village. Lovely outlook from the living area onto countryside and trees. Bathroom, beds, kitchen all good standard. Owners are friendly and helpful. Croyde itself is a great holiday spot with kids with local beach and many others a short drive away, pubs, ice cream shop, playground in the village. Would recommend and hope to visit again
margaret A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2021
Glad you enjoyed your stay in our little corner of Croyde. The beach is so close and an easy walk for young children. With an adventurous spirit there is so much to explore and do within the local area
This is a cute little property with everything you need and just a short walk from the beach. Clean, comfy and warm. Friendly and helpful owners next door. We enjoyed a very relaxing break with our two ten year olds. Definitely recommend it.
Alice F.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Apr 2024
We are so happy you and your family enjoyed your stay and found Little Sandyhollow an ideal warm and cosy base to explore the the local area, beach and village.
We have been to Croyde as a family on four occasions now and love the Sandy Lane / Way location for accessing the beach. Little Sandy Hollow was perfect for us as a family of four, very clean and a lovely hot shower for after the beach (October half term). Malcolm and Gini were the perfect hosts and we can’t wait to go back next summer and enjoy the garden terrace when the weather is warmer …. only 272 days to go!!!
Keith W.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Nov 2021
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We are very pleased that you all thoroughly enjoyed your holiday, despite the very changeable weather.
Malcolm&Gini
We (2 adults + 2 children 10 and 12 years old) just had a delightful week staying here doing lots of great body boarding each day. The property is in a quiet location right next to the sandy lane path that leads to the beach (10 minutes walk to beach). The accomodation is clean and well kitted out and everything works really well. The access to the shared garden is great and things are really well set up outside for washing and drying wet suits etc. The host, Malcolm, is a wonderful chilled bloke who loves surfing who was a joy to interact with.
David S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2024
We are pleased you found the property well presented, was quiet, peaceful and well situated within safe and easy walking distance to the beach.
The property and host were perfect for our stay. The property is in very good condition, very close to the beach and village shops. The main bedroom is more spacious than the photos may indicate. The living spaces are comfortable and the kitchen is well appointed with a very good selection of implements etc. A great host, who is very knowledgeable and happy to share or leave you to your own devices as you prefer. 10/10 would return.
Warrick O.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2024
We are so pleased that you and your family enjoyed your stay with us and were able to explore what the beach, village and surroundings have to offer
Malcolm&Gini were friendly & welcoming. Living next door they were on hand if needed but not at all intrusive.
The property was compact but had everything we needed & was very comfortable. The garden is big enough to lie in the sun & there is access to the garden from the lane to the beach so easy to bring on boards etc & hose down before going indoors. There is a deck & table & chairs, great for al fresco meals.
The beach is huge, normally surfy it was completely flat when we were there but still lovely for paddle boarding. It was close enough to walk down in wetsuits & carry surf or SUP boards. Croyde is small but has a little shop, lots of eateries & is surrounded by hills so great for walking, cycling etc from the door.
We had a lovely time & would definitely stay here again.
David B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2021
It was a pleasure to meet you and your family. Despite the unusual lack of surf during your stay there is still lots to do in this beautiful seaside location.
Coming back for a second visit says a lot in my opinion. Perfect for a young family of four, quiet easy walk to the beach and Croyde village. Our hosts have yet again been wonderfully helpful and nice in a very relaxed way … perfect.
Thank you again
Communication with the property owners was excellent and they were really friendly and helpful.. The property is really clean and well equipped, and is in a great location for Croyde and the beach. We had a lovely stay. Thank you so much.
Great accommodation for a family holiday. Perfectly clean, comfortable and a well equipped kitchen. Living area leading onto your own decking and use of the shared garden. The location was great, 5-10 minute easy walk to Croyde beach and a short walk into the village shops and restaurants. The owners were very friendly and helpful.
Lynsey snowden
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2021
We're glad you enjoyed your family holiday here at our Little Sandy Hollow Annex. We are glad you were able to take the opportunity to explore the beach, village and the surrounding area from our quiet and centralised location.
About the host
Hosted by Malcolm Deswert
Dessy and Gini welcome you to Little Sandy Hollow. We love the wide diversity that the ocean and surrounding countryside has to offer here in beautiful North Devon. Croyde is unique because it is situated in an area of our coastline, where the beautiful countryside rolls down to merge with stunning coastal scenery. If you enjoy 'the beautiful outdoors', come and explore the wide variety of activities and places of interest Croyde and North Devon has to offer from Little Sandy Hollow. We can offer first hand advice on local surfing, walking, cycling and other activities. During your stay we are easily contactable to help in anyway we can. Please do not hesitate to ask us either by giving us a call or coming to the house.
Why they chose this property
Quiet location away from the main road into Croyde. Ideally situated for both the beach and the village.
What makes this property unique
Easy walk to the beach and the village without need of a car.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests