Coastguard Cottage 1, Peppercombe, Devon Details
Escape to Coastguard Cottage 1, tucked away in beautiful Peppercombe Valley, surrounded by unspoilt National Trust countryside. This characterful coastal cottage is perfect for families or couples looking to switch off and enjoy nature. Relax by the wood burner, enjoy the peaceful shared gardens and explore spectacular coastal walks straight from the doorstep, including the walk down to Peppercombe Beach. Clovelly, Hartland Quay, Westward Ho! and Bude are all within easy reach.
Dating back over 100 years, Coastguard Cottage 1 is a charming historic cottage owned by the National Trust and independently operated by Hidden Gem Staycations. Full of history, character and traditional features, it offers a wonderfully peaceful escape tucked away in beautiful Peppercombe Valley.
Living Room
Downstairs, the cosy sitting room provides a welcoming place to relax, complete with a traditional wood-burning stove for snug evenings after a day exploring the coast and countryside.
Kitchen / Dining
The sociable kitchen and dining area is a lovely space to cook, eat and spend time together, perfect for relaxed family meals and evenings around the table.
Bedrooms
The cottage has three bedrooms in total and sleeping up to four guests.
There is a ground floor single bedroom, which can be particularly convenient for families holidaying with an older parent or guest who would prefer to avoid using the stairs within the cottage.
There is a king bedroom and single bedroom on the 2nd floor.
Bathroom
The bathroom is on the ground floor, off the kitchen. Toilet, sink and walk in shower.
Garden
Coastguard Cottage 1 is one of three adjoining historic Coastguard Cottages set within shared gardens. Each cottage has its own outdoor seating area, thoughtfully positioned for guests to sit out and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.
The cottage sits within the secluded National Trust-owned Peppercombe Valley, surrounded by beautiful countryside, with walks from the doorstep, the South West Coast Path close by and Peppercombe Beach within walking distance.
Access
The Coastguard Cottages are reached through a private, locked National Trust gate and approximately half a mile of country track through Peppercombe Valley. The track is rough, uneven and bumpy in places. Low-clearance vehicles may not be suitable.
Please note that Peppercombe is intentionally rural and unspoilt. Access is via a narrow, uneven track and the approach to the cottage includes rugged, uneven paths and steps. There is minimal external lighting, so we recommend bringing torches for arrivals after dark.
Internet
There is little to no mobile signal within the valley, but Starlink Wi-Fi is provided at the cottage. Please be aware in rural Devon the internet may not be as reliable and as fast as your home broadband.
Parking
Parking is provided close to the cottages. Please be aware that the cottages are reached on foot via uneven pathways with steps, in keeping with their historic and rural setting, which may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility.
Area
From the cottages, you can explore Peppercombe Valley on foot, with beautiful countryside and coastal walks straight from the doorstep, including the South West Coast Path and Peppercombe Beach. There is a pub at the top of the track, within walking distance from the cottages.
Pets
Two well-behaved dogs are welcome. The shared gardens are not fully enclosed, so dogs should be kept on a lead when outside.