Frequently asked Questions

What are the arrival and departure times?
To give our housekeeper enough time to prepare the cottage, check-in is from 4:00pm and check-out is by 10:00am. We’ll message before your stay if an earlier check-in looks possible, and on the day if the house is ready sooner.

What is the check-in procedure?
We’ll be in touch 14 days before arrival with full check-in details.

Is there parking nearby?
There is no private parking, but there are no parking restrictions on the surrounding streets. Alpha Place is L-shaped and the cobbled section at the front has no vehicle access, which keeps it lovely and quiet. The side section next to Cornwallis is a small dead end, which is useful for luggage drop-off.
For parking, we suggest Meeting Street or Staddon Road, or Churchfields car park on The Quay (around a 5-minute walk).

What is access like into and within Cornwallis?

Side garden gate (from the vehicle-access section of Alpha Place) — ideal for bikes and boards. There are a few steps up into the garden.
At the front of the house there are three wide steps into the property.
Inside, there is a step up from the kitchen into the laundry room and WC.
The stairs to the first floor are slightly steeper and the treads slightly higher than modern regulations (typical of an 18th-century cottage).
There is a step down into the family bathroom.

Do you allow children?
Yes — children are welcome. We ask guests to bring their own travel cot if required. A Tripp Trapp high chair can be provided on request. Please note the stairs are steeper than modern staircases, so the cottage may not suit very young children. We have a stair gate that can be positioned at the top. There is also a low wall above the stone steps in the garden, and behind the bed in the attic.

We ask that children don’t eat in the sitting room.
The garden isn’t suitable for ball games.

Do you allow dogs?
Yes — Cornwallis is dog friendly. We welcome one well-behaved dog.

£50 dog cleaning fee per stay.
The garden is walled and secure, with artificial lawn, decking and paving.
There are great walks from the door, and Westward Ho! Beach (plus many pubs and restaurants in Appledore) are dog friendly.
There’s an outdoor hose for muddy paws and one spare dog bowl under the sink. Please bring your own dog towels.
Dogs are not allowed upstairs (stair gate provided).
Dogs are not allowed on furnishings. We provide covers for the kitchen seating if needed, but please don’t encourage dogs onto the sofas.
Please don’t take dogs into the sitting room when dirty or wet — they should be cleaned/dried after walks.
Dogs should sleep in the kitchen at night.
Please clear any dog mess from the lawn, bag it and place it into a main bin liner (not loose into the bins). Please then rinse the area.
Please don’t throw anything into the flower beds (they’re cleared by hand).

What is the bedroom and bathroom set-up?
We have three bedrooms sleeping six guests, all generously sized and dressed with Egyptian cotton linen.

First-floor king bedroom with a modern gas fire set into the chimney breast and a discreet wall-mounted TV.
First-floor twin which can be made up as a super-king on request (£30 set-up fee).
Large first-floor family bathroom with separate bath and walk-in shower.
Second-floor attic master suite with a super-king bed, small writing desk/dressing table and an en-suite shower room (hairdryer provided).

What is provided for my stay?

Luxury hand soap in all bathrooms, plus starter toilet rolls.
Bath sheets for each guest, plus hand towels and bath mats for each bathroom.
Kitchen starter pack: J-cloth, sponge, bin/food caddy liners, and 4 dishwasher tablets.
Foil, salt & pepper, spray oil, and tea towels.
Complimentary biscuits or seasonal treats on arrival.
Starter logs, kindling and firelighters (October–April). Extra logs can be provided and paid for if used.
Camping gas for the BBQ can be provided on request in summer.

What amenities does the kitchen have?
The kitchen is well equipped for everyday cooking and special meals. Alongside the basics you’ll find: a cafetière, Nespresso machine, milk frother, hand blender, microwave, large Le Creuset casserole dish, retro fridge-freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and dryer.

What garden furniture is provided?

Raised deck area with festoon lighting and lanterns.
Wooden dining table with benches plus two extra chairs (cushions in the kitchen cupboard).
Outdoor sofa seating for four around a stone coffee table (a bench can be moved to seat additional guests).
Weber gas BBQ for summer use (camping gas can be purchased from us if required).
Outdoor hose for washing down bikes and dogs.

Can I order a food delivery?
Yes — Sainsbury’s, Waitrose and Tesco all deliver to the house. We recommend arranging a delivery for ease. John’s of Appledore also do wonderful hampers.

What are the village amenities?
Appledore has everything you need within a 5–15 minute stroll. Rather than one busy strip, you’ll find independent cafés, welcoming pubs, restaurants and unique shops tucked between traditional homes and along the Quay — no chains, just local businesses full of character.

Fish and chips and a great sourdough pizza takeaway are both within a 5–7 minute walk.
John’s of Appledore on the Quay has a convenience store on one side and a high-end deli on the other, with freshly baked goods, artisan cheeses, quality meats and carefully chosen treats. They also offer home-cooked dishes in their freezer section for easy evenings in.
There’s also a local fishmonger along the dock selling fresh fish year-round.