Croyde: large village following the curve of its wonderful sandy bay (one of Britain’s finest surfing beaches) with pretty thatched pub (well known for its good food), several beach shops and indoor heated leisure pool; original part mostly Georgian but many 20th cent. additions. Excellent golf at Saunton, 2 miles. Coastal path to Baggy Point (particularly good birdwatching). Barnstaple with its shops, theatre and restaurants, about 10 miles.

... a detached, modern house at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac 500 yards from beach and pub. At the back, a neat, enclosed, suntrap garden. Inside, warm and comfortable at any time of year; hall with shower-room (suite), front-to-back living/dining room (toy box, PlayStation 2 with games, videos, books, CD player) with patio sliding doors to garden (picnic table/benches); white fitted kitchen (dishwasher, microwave), door to garden and outbuilding with washing machine, tumble drier and freezer. Upstairs (stairgate), three bedrooms double, twin with views to Baggy Point, and a bunk room. Bathroom (suite plus bath-shower). No smoking. A very family friendly home from home in a beautiful area. Arrival after 4pm.