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Need To Know

✓Beach nearby
✓Children welcome
✓Wood burner
✓Shop within walking distance
✓Dog-friendly
✓Family friendly
✓Wine cooler
✓Parking nearby
✓Courtyard
✓Ground floor shower room
✓Town centre location
✓Pub within walking distance
✓Self check-in
✓Gas hob
✓Coffee machine
✓Freezer
✓Washing machine
✓Microwave
✓Travel Cot
✓Kitchen
✓WiFi
✓Smart TV with internet access
✓Iron and ironing board
✓Hairdryer
✓Heating
✓Hot water
✓Highchair
✓Electric oven
✓Private entrance
✓Seating area
✓Coastal cottages
✓Short breaks
✓Medium cottages
✓Quaint Cottages
✓Family Cottages

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Local Insights: 5 The Quay

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Appledore, Devon

Weather & Local Conditions

16°C

Overcast

Updated: 14 Jul 2026, 3:17am

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16.20°C

Temperature

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3 km/h

Wind Speed

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87%

Humidity

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Packing Tip: UK weather can turn quickly, so pack layers whatever the forecast. A waterproof and sturdy shoes mean the whole group can head out whatever July throws at you.

What to Expect Through the Year

✓ May - September: Warmest, longest days - ideal for long days out, gardens and BBQs
✓ October - November: Crisp autumn colour, cosy evenings by the fire, quieter attractions
✓ December - February: Perfect for a snug winter escape - great for Christmas and New Year gatherings
✓ March - April: Spring blooms, longer evenings returning, wildlife becoming active

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Rainy Day Tip: A pet friendly cottage comes into its own on wet days - board games, a long lunch and a film beats a cramped hotel any day. Check the tabs here for nearby pubs and attractions with indoor options.

Dark Skies & Stargazing

5 The Quay sits in a location with genuinely dark skies - a real treat for a group, and something you rarely get at home in town.

Bortle Scale Rating

The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):

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Class 4 - Rural/suburban transition

This location's dark sky rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.

The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.

Best Stargazing Conditions

✓ New Moon periods: Darkest skies, best Milky Way visibility
✓ Winter months: Earlier darkness, crisper skies, Orion constellation prominent
✓ After 11pm: Neighbouring lights typically switched off
✓ Allow 20 minutes: Let your eyes adjust to darkness before looking up

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Pro Tip: Download a stargazing app like "Sky Map" or "Star Walk" before arrival. Mobile signal can be limited, and these apps work offline - a fun activity to share of an evening.

Location & Elevation

(20 feet above sea level)

5 The Quay sits in a peaceful Devon setting - space to spread out and the perfect base for a pet friendly escape.

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Elevation

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Appledore

Nearest Village

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Rural

Setting

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

✓ Fresher air: Expect it a touch cooler than coastal areas - bracing walks and restful sleep
✓ Clearer air: Less pollution and haze, better views and stargazing
✓ Morning mists: Valley fog sometimes forms below, creating magical sunrise views
✓ Walking access: Higher starting point means shorter climbs to hilltops and summits

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Driving Note: The roads to Appledore are typical Devon lanes - narrow in places with passing spots. If the group is arriving in several cars, share the postcode and a meeting point in advance.

Coordinates

Latitude: 51.0531292° N | Longitude: 4.1911194° W

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Today's sun times for Appledore (Tuesday, 14 July 2026):

4:16am

Sunrise

7:28pm

Golden Hour

8:28pm

Sunset

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4:16am

Sunrise

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8:28pm

Sunset

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7:28pm

Golden Hour

Planning Your Days by Season

✓ Summer (Jun-Aug): Sunset around 9:30-10pm - long days for group walks, days out and late alfresco dinners
✓ Autumn (Sep-Nov): Sunset 5-7pm - perfect timing for an after-dinner drink as the stars come out
✓ Winter (Dec-Feb): Sunset around 4pm - cosy early evenings by the fire, ideal for stargazing
✓ Spring (Mar-May): Sunset 6-9pm - watch the evenings grow longer each day

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Golden Hour: For the best light, plan your group photo or evening walk around golden hour (7:28pm). The warm colours make for lovely holiday photos before you head back in for dinner.

July Daylight

This month in Appledore, you have approximately 16.21 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean plenty of time for group adventures before a relaxed evening back at the cottage.

Practical Essentials

Everything the group needs to know before you arrive at 5 The Quay.

Mobile Phone Signal

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Signal Strength

Good

Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.

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Signal Tip: All major networks should work well here.

Nearest Essentials

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Arrival Tip: Fill up with fuel before you arrive - petrol stations can be sparse in rural Devon. With a larger group it's worth doing one big supermarket shop on the way, especially if arriving late.

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About 5 The Quay

Need To Know

More Pet Friendly Cottages You May Like

Weather & Local Conditions

What to Expect Through the Year

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Bortle Scale Rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

Best Stargazing Conditions

Location & Elevation

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

Coordinates

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Planning Your Days by Season

July Daylight

Practical Essentials

Mobile Phone Signal

Nearest Essentials

Family & Fun

What Guests Love

Getting To 5 The Quay

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Is 5 The Quay Right For Your Group

For Families

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