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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

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Croyde, ENG
  • Croyde Bay Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Saunton Sands
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Woolacombe Beach
    ‪21 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

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
One small short haired dog.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Saturday changeover days during peak times

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. The area's natural beauty can be seen at North Devon Coast and Saunton Sands. 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.
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Croyde, ENG

What's nearby

  • Croyde Bay Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Saunton Sands - 8 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Putsborough Sands - 18 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Woolacombe Beach - 21 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Barricane Beach - 22 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Barnstaple Station - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Groove - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪London Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Thatch - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Atlantic Blue - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Rock Inn - ‬4 min drive

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. North Devon Coast and Braunton Burrows 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

Wendy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just perfect in every way
Beautiful bungalow . Lovely open plan kitchen lounge area . We stayed during winter so it was nice and cosy with underfloor heating plus woodburner . Kitchen so well equipped plus separate heated room to dry any wet gear . Three good sized bedrooms and beautiful walk in shower. Free standing bath in en suite also Location great . Just a short walk to Croyde village . We love it here !
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fab house
We had a great time. All needs were catered for at the house and more. Very quiet location with a lovely walk to beach and village.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Early break away
Very pleasant property with good fixtures and fittings. Nice touch finding chocolates cider and wine for us. Great local pub serving good food and sea front not too far to walk to.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

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

Alison H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
Sandy Beau is a perfect property. Located near Croyde village and beach, also near to Saunton Golf Club. The house is modern, clean and very well equipped. We had a 4 day stay. Cori, our contact, was so helpful and precise with information prior to our visit and she made us feel very welcome. We had a super welcome pack waiting for us on our arrival. Everything was perfect and the property has been very well renovated. Thank you for the perfect mini break. We will definitely come back. Alison and Tim
Stayed 4 nights in May 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

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

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

Sapna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So very relaxing…
Sandy Beau was fab. Great location, in a quiet cul de sac about 10 min walk to the beach and 15 mins walk (if you take the longer car free route) to some decent pubs/restaurants. The house looks even better in person than the online photos, it has been refurbished to a high standard with 3 generous sized bedrooms and two great bathrooms with bifold doors opening onto a private sun trap garden. While it was only the three of us the house could easily accommodate a larger family/group. We came during fantastic weather and was really handy we could open all of the velux windows to get the cooling sea breeze in. Loved the outdoor shower/drying room to wash off all the sand rather than traipsing Croyde beach through the house. We as a family are quite fussy but Sandy Beau was definitely one of our favourite places to stay at - Cori had thought of everything you could possibly need to stay and feel at home with - my 7 year old loved the games and books, and we all appreciated the Netflix to chill out at end of a busy day at the beach. We are hoping for another visit, maybe when cooler so we could try and the underfloor heating and stove, it was way too hot to use on this visit. Thank you to Cori for the welcome treats as well ! - I would highly recommend Sandy Beau for anyone that is looking for a contemporary yet comfortable house to stay at.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another perfect stay
After a perfect stay in 2021 we returned again this year. Everything was as we remembered; the property is immaculate and so well equipped for everything you might need for a holiday. Can’t wait to come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property in a lovely area
Sandy Beau is absolutely perfect for a family holiday. The house is immaculate and all the fixtures and furnishings are to an incredibly high standard. There is everything you could possibly need. From the moment we arrived we felt relaxed. The bathrooms are gorgeous, as is the kitchen, and it's more fully equipped than anywhere we've stayed before. Every single thing was spotlessly clean. Communication beforehand and during was brilliant. We were travelling a very long way and Cori arranged an earlier check in for us which was hugely appreciated. Croyde village itself is lovely and only a 5 min walk or so. We had ice creams and cornish pasties regularly from the Hub (a lovely little deli type shop). There's a couple of pubs and restaurants too, but we didn't go to these. The beach is also only 5-10 mins walk and the children loved exploring the sand dunes. The bay is so pretty and lots of nice walks, including to Baggy Point where there's fantastic views. There's also a very nice little park close by. We'd highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gail Hipkin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal location
Lovely property. We were all really comfortable. Plenty of utensils. Short walk into Croyde. Had meals in the local pubs all very good and welcoming. Cori very helpful answering all our queries. Thank you for a lovely week. The weather was fabulous too.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emily W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family holiday home
We had a great time at Sandy Beau. The place was so comfortable , like a home from home. Gareth and Cori are great hosts, highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect accommodation in a perfect place!
We had a wonderful stay at Sandy Beau in Croyde. The accommodation was first rate with great attention to detail, spotlessly clean and fully set up for a luxury surf holiday. The owners have thought of everything with great facilities including an outdoor shower which was brilliant for washing wetsuits (and children!) after a visit to the beach. The house was a home from home and more with everything we needed. Croyde itself is a beautiful family friendly spot with a big mix of people all contributing to its vibrant and relaxed feel. The owners contacted us before the holiday letting us know lots of places to eat out and useful details about the house which was very helpful. We have had a fantastic holiday and would recommend this house and Croyde to anyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3 generation June stay
Sandy Beau is the perfect holiday rental. It’s finished to a really high standard which really adds to your holiday experience, and is kitted out with everything you could possibly need- the book and games. cupboard being the icing on the cake! Cori was the perfect host and responded really quickly to our queries- not that we needed her much as everything was really simple, but it was so kind to be told we could check in early as the house was ready- hugely needed after a super long trip. Will definitely be back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

T & G P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Better than 5 Star
Even before our vacation began, Cori’s communication was thorough and extremely thoughtful. Upon arrival we were overwhelmed with how clean and well appointed the property was. The house was warm and comfortable in every aspect. It was a privilege to stay in this lovely home for our special family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

PAMELA B., Uxbridge UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful holiday home
Sandy Beau exceeded our expectations. It is spacious, comfortable and beautifully furnished to a very high standard. It is in a prime location within easy walking distance of the beach and village. After being out in the windy wet weather we couldn’t wait to get back to warm our feet around the fire. Thankyou Sandy Beau, you made our holiday a very special one.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carole D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb Sandy Beau
Everything we were described and more. Perfect position for walking to the beach. Just a shame Croyde beach closed to dogs until the 1st October but Saunton Sands was perfect Sandy Beau is beautifully renovated and so stylish and comfortable. We didn’t mind staying in on rainy days
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joss S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A slice of heaven!
Fabulous house, fabulous location and have fallen in love with Croyde! We did not want to leave.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely modern holiday home
A beautiful modern holiday home, with everything you need for a family self catering holiday. A room to store wet suits, body boards, and surf boards. An outdoor shower to wash off the sand before you enter the property after going down to the sea. A kitchen with all the utensils you need to cook, an iron, washing machine. A wet room bathroom. TVs with Netflix, wifi and Spotify. Lovely and clean with comfortable beds. A ten minute walk to the sea or to Croyde Village. We stayed as a family of four and were very satisfied.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Janet T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in a great location
We had a lovely week, with three generations of the family. The house is spacious and well-equipped, and only a short walk from the beach and to the centre of Croyde.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mark W., Nottingham

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful property. Spotless. I couldn’t recommend it enough
A lovely week at a wonderful property
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brenda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great week
Lovely, comfortable holiday home. Built, finished and equipped to a very high standard. A short walk to the beach and village of Croyde and just 5 mins drive to the dunes and beach at Saunton (dog heaven). Despite appalling weather all week we had a great time. A definite winner.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

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.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests