Sanfield House

Sanfield House is set in an enviable position, surrounded by the glorious North Devon countryside. It benefits from sea views of Saunton Sands, one of the area’s superb surfing beaches. The vast garden, mostly lawned, is ideal for relaxing or for children to enjoy ball games and burning off excess energy! This pet friendly property also has a designated, enclosed section of the garden for dogs. Situated in the quiet hamlet of Lobb, it is within easy reach of the vibrant village of Braunton, which offers an array of independent shops, cafes, restaurants, and pubs. It is also just 1 mile from the picture-perfect beach at Saunton Sands, a family friendly beach, which is great for those learning to surf.

The property has been refurbished in 2026, and boasts 4 bedrooms, accommodating up to 8 guests (6 adults and 2 children). There is ample private driveway parking right outside the house. A useful porch from the driveway leads into the property. The hallway leads to an open plan living room and kitchen, which acts as a great room for relaxing and entertaining.  Lovely garden views are enjoyed from the living room, which has a range of comfortable seating, TV and bi-fold doors accessing a sizeable patio area. The dining area is situated in this room, where family and friends can enjoy quality meals together. The stylish, well-equipped kitchen is light and airy and is perfect for preparing meals to savour while soaking in the relaxing coastal scenery.
On the ground floor there is a double bedroom furnished with a chest of drawers and bedside tables. There is also a shower room opposite this bedroom, with walk in shower, wash basin, toilet and a useful utility cupboard housing a washing machine and tumble dryer. The ground floor bedroom and bathroom make this property ideal for multi-generational families.

On the first floor, three additional bedrooms and a family bathroom await. The master bedroom features a king-size bed with delightful coastal views. The twin bedroom provides two single beds, and the third bedroom has bunk beds, suitable for children only. Also on the first floor is the family bathroom, which includes a shower over the bath with a shower screen, heated towel rail, toilet and washbasin.

Outside in the garden, you can enjoy the spectacular views, play games on the large lawn with the children, or open the bi-fold doors form the living room onto the large patio area, where you can enjoy an alfresco meal or a morning coffee while taking in the coastal scenery.  The property also benefits from an external shower, ideal for washing off the sea and sand after a day on the beach. There is also a separate building within the garden contains a table tennis set—perfect for a little holiday competition.

The bustling village of Braunton is only a short drive away (1 mile) and offers an array of independent shops and eateries. The magnificent sandy beach of Saunton Sands is just a 5-minute drive away, with the surfing beach at Croyde a further 5 minutes on. For those wanting a day away from the beach, Saunton Golf Club is nearby and is considered one of the leading golf courses in the UK. There are plenty of other attractions nearby, including the inspiring Exmoor National Park, Watermouth Family Theme Park and Castle (12 miles), Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park (15 miles), and Exmoor Zoo (18 miles).

Sanfield House is a great, pet friendly place for families and friends to enjoy their well-earned holiday. It offers a rare combination of a secluded location with ample outdoor space and sea views, yet it’s only a short distance from essential holiday amenities and activities. It’s perfect for your next family holiday, and you’ll want to come back time and time again.

Please Note: Sanfield House is having a refurbishment during the Spring of 2026.  This will add a downstairs bedroom, downstairs bathroom and open plan living area. It will also bring the overall sleeping capacity to 6 adults and 2 children.  The current photographs are before the refurbishment has taken place, so these will not show the improvements.

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Special Features

How Far To…

2.0 miles to the beach

1.8 miles to the pub/restaurant

1.8 miles to the shops

2 miles to the coast

Accessibility

Ground Floor Bedroom, Ground Floor Bathroom

Accommodation
Living room: A bright and sociable open-plan space with comfortable seating, TV and bi-fold doors opening onto the patio and garden. A lovely spot to relax together while taking in the surrounding countryside and distant sea views.
Kitchen: Light, airy and well equipped, the kitchen is perfect for preparing meals during your stay. The adjoining dining area offers space for everyone to gather, making it ideal for family meals and relaxed evenings in.
Utility cupboard: Housing washing machine and tumble dryer.
Bedroom 1 (Ground Floor): A comfortable double bedroom on the ground floor, furnished with bedside tables and storage. Conveniently located opposite the shower room, making it ideal for multi-generational stays.
Bathroom (Ground Floor): Shower room with walk-in shower, wash basin and WC, located opposite the ground floor bedroom.
Bedroom 2 (1st Floor): King bedroom with built-in wardrobe, chest of drawers and coastal views.
Bedroom 3 (1st Floor):  Twin bedroom with built-in wardrobe, chest of drawers and sea views.
Bedroom 4 (1st Floor):  Bunk bed (suitable for children only) and chest of drawers.
Bathroom (1st Floor): Bath with shower over wash basin and WC.
Garden: The large lawned garden is perfect for relaxing, playing games or enjoying time together outdoors, with a separate enclosed area for dogs. Bi-fold doors open onto a spacious patio, ideal for alfresco dining or morning coffee with a view. An outdoor shower is perfect for rinsing off after the beach, and a separate garden building houses a table tennis table for a bit of holiday fun.
Parking: Private parking for multiple cars.
EV Charging: Electric vehicle charging on site.  Additional charges apply.  The EV charger is a type 2 socket. Guests needing an alternative socket will need their own adaptor.
Pets: This property is pet friendly and accepts 2 dogs.
Facilities and Services:
Linen and towels. Electric heating. Wi Fi Broadband. No smoking. Travel cot and highchair available. Garden furniture provided. Private parking for 3+ cars. Maximum capacity is for 6 adults and 2 children. Arrival & departure for weekly bookings is Saturday.
Security Deposit: This property has a refundable Accidental Damage Deposit of £150. Alternatively, there is the option to pay a non-refundable damage deposit waiver at the time of booking – please see booking T&Cs for details

The Doggetts – July 2026 

“Our children called Sanfield House Paradise and it was. We were lucky enough to stay here just after the renovations were finished and were wowed by the work that had been done. The house is light, bright, comfortable and contemporary whilst also feeling very welcoming. We all relaxed very quickly on arrival. The house is really in an incredible setting, seaviews surrounding a huge and beautiful garden where the kids were safe to play. They loved the table tennis too. And the dog had a secure area where we could leave him without worrying about him chasing rabbits. The garden and house are both very private as well. The way the new accommodation is arranged meant we could have Grandparents easily stay with us too which made for a really special holiday. The location is brilliant for exploring the beautiful beaches along the coast, with Saunton Sands only a five minute drive away. Oliver and Coastal Cottages were great to deal with, responding to queries really promptly. Unlike dealing with some of the big letting services I got to communicate with a person who cared about our holiday and experience which was really appreciated. We had a wonderful holiday in this special home and can’t wait to return.”
Thanks Oliver and Team!

Lianjun Bai & Family – Aug 2025

“Enjoyed our stay at Sanfield house which is located between the nearest town Braunton and beaches, each with only 5-10 mins drive. We went to the beautiful Croyde beach for surfing every day. The house also has a large and wide garden where you can have nice sea views and walk around after meals. The pool table and ping pong table are extra bonus for some entertainment. ”

Tanya – August 2024
“Amazing location and excellent views!”