Holiday cottage in Woolacombe (2mls E), Devon

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Woolacombe, with its famous three-mile surfing beach, shops, pubs and eateries, is home to this sleek modern property, an elegant base for a classic North Devon beach holiday. Backing onto the famous Tarka Trail, and close to Exmoor's wonderful scenery and inspiring views of the South West Coast Path, walkers are spoilt for choice.

You're just 2 miles from Woolacombe beach as well as an easy drive from many of the area's attractions. With one double and one twin bedroom downstairs, and a king-size upstairs, it's ideal for multi-generation family groups. Both downstairs bedrooms have an en-suite shower/WC, and there is another bathroom with shower over bath.

A separate laundry room has a freezer and wetsuit drying space. Overall, it's fully-equipped for a hassle-free holiday with great attention to detail and coastal artworks providing homely touches. The spacious open-plan kitchen/dining/living room opens to the rear through large glass doors, linking the comfortable lounge area to the garden with its mature trees, patio seating and lawn.

There are sun loungers and a BBQ so adults can relax and enjoy the sunshine while children run and play on the lawn. What better way to get into holiday mode than strolling on the beach as you enjoy one of Woolacombe's renowned ice-creams? Or why not take the plunge and learn to ride the waves at the friendly surf school.

Barnstaple's shops, eateries and pannier market are 12 miles away, and for a culture fix visit Broomhill Sculpture Garden near Muddiford (10 miles). Exmoor Zoo is 14 miles away through beautiful countryside, and part way along this route is the Wildlife and Dinosaur Park (10 miles) where you can experience a different type of fauna.