You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Enjoy Stunning Sea Views From A Detached Contemporary Coastal Holiday Home
Thorpe is a detached, contemporary, 5 bedroom coastal house with stunning views to the sea and a short walk to the beach and town. This 1930's house was extensively modernized in 2008 (as featured on BBC1 Homes programme) to provide luxury accommodation throughout. A sunken hot tub in the front decking enjoys the best views of Woolacombe beach. Thorpe is a family home, maintained to a high standard throughout. We enjoy fabulous guest reviews which are really important to us. We now offer shorter bookings for 4 days + out of school holidays.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Woolacombe Beach. A hot tub and laundry facilities are available. The vacation home includes amenities such as a kitchen and 1.5 bathrooms.
Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 1.5 bathrooms
Amenities include laundry facilities
Onsite recreation includes tennis courts
Just a 4-minute walk from Woolacombe Beach and a 4-minute drive from North Devon Coast
This vacation home offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car not required
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Music library
Smart TV
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a village
Near a hospital
Near the bay
Near the sea
On the waterfront
Things to do
Golf
Pickleball
Tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rafting nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
No pets allowed
Note from host: Sorry, no pets.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Note from host: Supervised kids do stay at Thorpe! Garden slopes!
Events
No events allowed
Thorpe is NOT a party venue.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Thorpe is NOT a party venue.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Reviews
Enjoy Stunning Sea Views From A Detached Contemporary Coastal Holiday Home Reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Gillian C.
26 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Thoroughly enjoyable stay, fantastic location and living space. Perfect holiday.
Gillian C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lyndsay M.
26 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Lyndsay M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mary E.
24 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Simply perfect
8 Mums escaping from husbands and kids for a weekend, and we couldnt have stayed in a more perfect home.
It's so close to the beach, it was great to be able to go for a sea swim, followed by an outdoor shower and then in to the hot tub.
The beds were all comfy, the entire house was clean and the layout so thoughtfully planned.
Already considering it for our weekend next year!
Mary E.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amy D.
21 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay at Thorpe
Stunning views of Woolacombe beach. Although the garden doesn’t back directly onto the beach, there is a cut-through with some steps which takes you to the sand on no time. A beautiful property and the hot tub is a real bonus!
Amy D.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jacqueline M.
25 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic holiday and accommodation
We had a fabulous time at Thorpe. It was a great location. The accommodation was lovely, clean and with everything one could need.
The only minor thing was the recycling and bins. It was very confusing. We put the black bin out on Thursday morning. Lucky we did as they emptied it Thursday lunchtime rather than the Friday which it said in the kitchen although I then subsequently noticed it was listed as Thursday in the accommodation book.
Jacqueline M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cheryl B.
15 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous house in a stunning location
Thorpe is a large light house with an uninterrupted view of Woolacombe Beach. It is extremely well appointed but is very much a family home. Three of the bedrooms have stunning views. We were a party of 8 with 2 extra guests for a couple of nights and the house accommodated well. We cooked in a few nights and found the kitchen had every convenience. We used the hot tub which was ready to go and clean as was the BBQ. The hosts were generous sharing their own belongings including beach gear and record collection. All in all a brilliant stay we would rent this house again.
Cheryl B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jesse P.
9 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
What a view!
Wonderful stay at this gorgeous property with a group of 8 friends. Incredible views over the beach and very thoughtfully laid out home. Will definitely be back!
Jesse P.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Susan H.
11 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weekend family get together
Weather was not good but views were fantastic and house provided everything we needed. Perfect.
Susan H.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah M.
7 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday celebration weekend
Wow! What an amazing find! Great location, beautifully decorated and a very well equipped kitchen. We booked this house for a 50th birthday celebration and it did not disappoint. Everything was in perfect condition and the house was spotless on our arrival. The welcome basket was a kind gesture, stacked full of goodies. A big house with a relaxed cosy feel. Thank you for your prompt response when messaging. Would definitely recommend 100% 😊
Sarah M.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sarah T.
18 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful house in an amazing location.
We’ll be back! Woolacoombe is a lovely place, the house is fabulous and we had a great weekend. 😃
Sarah T.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nina G.
5 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful visit
We cannot say enough about this property! It is the third time we have stayed. The location is ideal. The accommodation is fabulous, in all ways. The house owners really look after Thorpe and it shows, immensely. Highly, highly recommend!
Nina G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tracey G.
29 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Superb
My second visit to Thorpe and loved it
Tracey G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sandi G.
3 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Holiday
The house and location were both amazing
Sandi G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tony E.
13 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
From the minute we pulled up outside the property there were words like "amazing"..."wow"..."fabulous". We were a family of 9 and the property met everyone's expectations (and more). The view was awesome, and waking up to that every day was a highlight. The house layout is outstanding, plenty of space for everyone, with all the amenities you could ask for. The juke box was a brilliant add and was very much enjoyed by us all. We were all very sad to leave.
Tony E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sabena T.
26 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
View
We went with a group of eight friends, what a beautiful house, the photos don’t do it justice, we could have sat and looked at the view all day, breathtaking ❤️ we didn’t want to leave.
Sabena T.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Paul F.
5 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Pictures don’t do it justice. Very comfortable, spacious and well-appointed, perfect for our two families. Owners were very good to deal with. Would definitely recommend.
Paul F.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Farhana J.
27 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
Staying at Thorpe, Woolacombe was an amazing experience. The house was beautiful, clean, and cosy for this time of year. Thank you to Chris and Liz for being exceptional hosts!
Farhana J.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Daryl M.
22 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for winter weekend by the sea
Excellent property which was very well appointed with great views overlooking the bay and the sea. The bedrooms and bathrooms were amazing and the ground floor accommodation worked for us as a group of four couples away for winter weekend. We catered for ourselves and it was fab having a kitchen with everything that we needed. Would thoroughly recommend
Daryl M.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lorraine H.
26 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Week 2 of our stay at Thorpe.
Well, the WOW factor continues. The property is so well located for easy access to the beach, town and coastal walks. There are so many positives about Thorpe; such as the hot outdoor shower after a day on the beach, the terrace to relax on after a fun day surfing or walking, the snug for a family games evening, and even the lovely large dining table where we would catch up on everybody's adventures of the day over a family dinner.
Thorpe really does feel like a family home rather than just another holiday let.
Lorraine H.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lorraine H.
26 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Week 1 of our 2 week stay at Thorpe.
What can we say but WOW!!!!
As soon as you walk into the lobby and through to the lounge a light ,spacious room greets you with phenomenal views across Woolacombe Bay. Many an evening was spent relaxing on the terrace absorbing beautiful sunsets. The kitchen was really well equipped in all areas, better than any other holiday home we have stayed in before, in the UK and abroad. The quality of everything was excellent. We were so looking forwards to our second week.
Lorraine H.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Simon H.
12 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Another great stay
This was our second stay at this property. The property is superb, very well equipped and an ideal location. We stayed with friends and family and the property is ideal for this purpose with separate lounges and spaces where different groups could be without ever feeling you were on top of each other. At the same time the kitchen and wider facilities were such that it easily coped with our large group. Contact with the owner Chris is great and most critically when we had an electrical fault one night following a storm he was extremely responsive and the issue was resolved with no impact upon our holiday and enjoyment. Cannot recommend highly enough and can’t wait to return.
Simon H.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca G.
20 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Thorpe
Beautiful property with stunning views across the bay.
Rebecca G.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sharon H.
13 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Best view ever!
Beautiful house, stunning location and views to die for. What more could you want?
Sharon H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Paul C., UK
1 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Simply the best
This was our third year at Thorpe and the biggest dilemma we have is how many weeks we book for next year. The location is fantastic, the house is spacious and the best equipped of any holiday home we have stayed in. A definite 5 star.
Paul C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Nina G.
9 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
A truly lovely property in a delightful village in North Devon
Enjoyable from the moment we stepped into the property. Everything well appointed — very nice without being stuffy, ie incredibly comfortable while also truly lovely. The view from the house is superb. Well cared for properly. Couldn’t have asked for a finer stay.
Nina G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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