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✅  How to book your XL Escape

All bookings for Catboat Cottage are managed directly through their website. For the latest prices, availability and booking information, please click "Book Now" to be directed to their page.

Kim & Chris Ewen

We are SO excited to welcome you to our home! As the founders of XL Escapes, we pour our hearts into creating a space where you can relax, unwind, and make lasting memories.

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With two rescue dogs—Holly from Bosnia and Buddy from All Bullie Rescue—and Nala, our beautiful ginger cat (and undisputed Queen of the house), we understand how important it is to feel not just at home, but truly content and relaxed—especially when traveling with your furry companions.

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Our goal is to offer more than just a holiday; we want to provide a home away from home where you can escape daily pressures, have a laugh, and enjoy quality time with loved ones. Whether it’s a cosy night in, exploring the local area, or simply making time for yourself, we’re here to make your stay special.

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If you have any requests—big or small—just let us know. We’re always happy to help (and we love an excuse to bring a smile to your face, drink in hand, of course!).

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Meet Your Hosts

Established in 2005, our family-run business has welcomed guests from all over the world. We are fortunate to have many guests who return year after year. We are proud to have built a trusted reputation with a dedicated team of lovely locals, all with backgrounds in tourism, who share one thing in common: their love of Appledore. We fully support XL Bullies with an exemption certificate and owners who follow the legislation.
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XL Escapes Peace Of Mind Promise

Every business you see on XL Escapes has confirmed to us that they welcome XL Bullies. Before being listed, we ask the questions we'd want answered ourselves — from real experience living and travelling with XL and reactive dogs. That includes confirming they are happy to host XL Bullies, that their listing details are accurate, and that they've considered their own legal and insurance responsibilities. We don't assume. We don't guess. We ask — and they confirm. If anything changes or a business doesn't stand by what they've told us, we take it seriously. If a business listed on XL Escapes turns you away because of your dog's breed, contact us. We will review it, remove them if necessary, and refund your membership.

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Home Rules & Useful Information

Catboat Cottage

⚲ Appledore, Devon

Sleeps 8 · Enclosed private garden · Stone's throw from the beach · 2 dogs welcome · Fence & wall heights vary between 3ft and 6ft ·

Catboat Cottage is a stone's throw from the beach, where you can listen to the sound of the waves lapping up the slipway as you drift off to sleep. Sleeping up to 8 guests plus an infant in a travel cot, the cottage also has a south-facing enclosed garden and welcomes 2 dogs.

Full Property Description:

Just a short stroll takes you to the bustling quayside, with its impressive array of boats, shops, galleries, cafés and restaurants. Our deceptively spacious 200-year-old fisherman's cottage offers a real home-from-home retreat. Lovingly restored to provide all the modern conveniences that make a holiday home special, while retaining many original period features that add to its charm, character and cosiness. The cottage sleeps up to 8 guests plus an infant in a travel cot and includes: 4 individually styled bedrooms, including one on the ground floor. 2 king-size bedrooms. 1 twin bedroom. 1 ground floor double bedroom. 3 bathrooms, including one en suite and one ground floor shower room. Well-equipped kitchen. Separate dining room. Dishwasher. Washing machine. Tumble dryer. Dog bowls. Temporary dog tags.

About This Listing

This property is owned and managed by the host. The information below is provided by the property owner and confirmed as accurate by them.
XL Escapes publishes this information to help guests make informed decisions and does not own or manage this property.

Full Property Description:

Just a short stroll takes you to the bustling quayside, with its impressive array of boats, shops, galleries, cafés and restaurants. Our deceptively spacious 200-year-old fisherman's cottage offers a real home-from-home retreat. Lovingly restored to provide all the modern conveniences that make a holiday home special, while retaining many original period features that add to its charm, character and cosiness. The cottage sleeps up to 8 guests plus an infant in a travel cot and includes: 4 individually styled bedrooms, including one on the ground floor. 2 king-size bedrooms. 1 twin bedroom. 1 ground floor double bedroom. 3 bathrooms, including one en suite and one ground floor shower room. Well-equipped kitchen. Separate dining room. Dishwasher. Washing machine. Tumble dryer. Dog bowls. Temporary dog tags.

Paw of Approval

Photos from real stays, with dogs who gave it their paw of approval.

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Amenities:

Dog-Friendly Details That Matter 

XL Bullies are welcomed with an exemption certificate, and owners must follow current legislation. Owners will need to provide their dog's exemption certificate before their stay. A maximum of 2 dogs are welcome. The garden is fully enclosed, private and south-facing. High stone walling surrounds the garden. The lower and side boundaries are approximately 6ft high. One garden wall slopes from around 4ft down to approximately 3ft in height; however, there is an approximate 7ft drop from the outside of this wall onto a public footpath below. There is no rear access to the cottage. Dog bowls are provided. Temporary dog tags with the cottage contact details are provided for your stay. Dogs are not allowed in the bedrooms. Dogs are not allowed on beds or soft furnishings. Dogs must not be left unattended in the cottage. Any fouling in the garden must be cleaned up immediately. There are no other animals on site. The owners are unsure whether the cottage is suitable for reactive dogs and would prefer to discuss individual requirements before booking. Irsha Street is a narrow coastal lane lined with terraced houses. The South West Coast Path runs past the cottage, so owners of dogs who react to people, dogs or passing movement may wish to discuss suitability before booking.

Neighbourhood Overview:

Catboat Cottage is located in Appledore, just a stone's throw from the beach. A short stroll takes you to the bustling quayside, where you'll find boats, shops, galleries, cafés and restaurants. Dog-friendly pubs, cafés, shops and restaurants are all just a couple of minutes' walk from the cottage. Irsha Street is a narrow coastal lane lined with terraced houses, and the South West Coast Path runs directly past the door, making it easy to explore the coastline on foot.
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