See all properties
Entire home·Private host

Enjoy Stunning Sea Views From A Detached Contemporary Coastal Holiday Home

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Enjoy Stunning Sea Views From A Detached Contemporary Coastal Holiday Home

Smart TV, fireplace, music library, stereo
Smart TV, fireplace, music library, stereo
A large, two-story house with a spacious front yard, a garage, and a driveway.
Interior
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

View in a map
Woolacombe, North Devon
  • Place, North Devon Coast
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Woolacombe Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Barricane Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬

Room options

Similar properties

House
Host Stay Providence Cottage
Woolacombe
  • Parking included
  • Outdoor space
Host Stay Providence Cottage

About this property

Entire place

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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.

Enjoy Stunning Sea Views From A Detached Contemporary Coastal Holiday Home Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 116 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gillian C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thoroughly enjoyable stay, fantastic location and living space. Perfect holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandi G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Holiday

The house and location were both amazing
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Florian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful location and house

Perfect house
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsay M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superb

My second visit to Thorpe and loved it
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect weekend family get together

Weather was not good but views were fantastic and house provided everything we needed. Perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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. 😃
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabena T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just back from a wonderful stay at Thorpe. Thanks-you! Have stayed in many rentals worldwide - but staying here has been next-level world-class. It's clear that so much love has gone into creating this family home that has a cosy feel with so many considered premium homely touches - and Chris has been incredibly helpful throughout. If you're looking for a rental - don't hesitate to book - you don't want to lose out! The location, views, feel of the spacious home and many amenities and facilities have made it a wonderful stay. Many thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Splendid property in a lovely town

We were looking forward to our visit to Woolacombe and our stay at Thorpe. We’d discovered the property on VRBO as one does and it seemed attractive, well appointed, well situated. We were not disappointed! Nothing fell short of expectations. Stef, who manages the property, welcomed us and was available for any questions we had during our visit. Chris, the owner, communicated any details before and during our stay. It was a sublime stay, and we highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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% 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andries v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent 10+

Wow. House, view, beds, terrace, view, kitchen, atmosphere, view and view and view. And everything. Photo's exactly how it is. You can rent luxury and comfort, this is just that and atmosphere. We felt at home instantly and more. And the view ooohhhhh ;-). We could check in early and check out late - no prob. So go here, buy a Pinot Grizio Rose Italia in de local supermarket, sit down and look, drink, watch and enjoy. Our lady friend gave her stay a 10+. Thank you Liz and Chris
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Farhana J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022