Title: Visit West Down: Best of West Down Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in West Down](https://expedia.ca/West-Down-Hotels.d6048719.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in West Down](https://expedia.ca/West-Down-Vacation-Rentals.d6048719.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[West Down Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-West-Down.d6048719.Car-Rental-Guide)[West Down Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/West-Down.d6048719.Destination-Travel-Guides) # West Down ## Travel Guide ![Ford at West Down. This ford is found beside Pulland Bridge near Easter Ground Farm at West Down.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182551/c94b63f4-ed7d-4695-a91b-cef308d1831d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182551/c94b63f4-ed7d-4695-a91b-cef308d1831d.jpg) by [John Walton](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/46544) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Lower Aylescott holiday cottages Lower Aylescott holiday cottages](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182551/22c4055b-0f18-4f8e-867b-17b7b711f6f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182551/22c4055b-0f18-4f8e-867b-17b7b711f6f9.jpg) by [Shaun Ferguson](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/14760) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![The Church of Saint Calixtus, West Down.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182551/e21f9857-8dc6-45d1-bbe3-18c70a9133f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182551/e21f9857-8dc6-45d1-bbe3-18c70a9133f2.jpg) by [Roger A Smith](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/22769) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Stream & Bridge near West Down](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182551/066d2f66-4b74-4e0b-bf30-6c88362f02cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182551/066d2f66-4b74-4e0b-bf30-6c88362f02cc.jpg) by [Roger A Smith](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/22769) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![St Calixtus Church, West Down The centre of the village has a tight knit character with narrow roads and is focused around the Grade I listed Parish Church. St. Calixtus (Callistus) Pope and Martyr October 14 A.D. 222, whose feast day is October 14th.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182551/f6fae897-6e15-40f6-9dae-ee12c83dce61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182551/f6fae897-6e15-40f6-9dae-ee12c83dce61.jpg) by [Trish Steel](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/9274) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ## Visit West Down Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_6048719) - West Down Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in West Down ![400 year old cottage is in the lovely North Devon village of West Down](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19460000/19450300/19450288/c93dfe83_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 400 year old cottage is in the lovely North Devon village of West Down Nr Woolacombe ENG Book a stay at this family-friendly cottage in Ilfracombe. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ilfracombe Aquarium and Marwood ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (74 reviews) We had a lovely New year's stay in this cottage, going for coastal walks and getting cosy by the fire when we came back. The cottage is really comfortable, we loved the heated bathroom floors and the well equipped kitchen. We also enjoyed playing a bit of darts and table tennis in the games room. ... 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(485 reviews) Clean Room/ Restaurant Closed Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F03%2F2026&endDate=16%2F03%2F2026&selected=1723704&PinnedHotelID=1723704&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6048719) [See all 2,713 properties in West Down](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=14%2F03%2F2026&endDate=15%2F03%2F2026®ionId=6048719) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![400 year old cottage is in the lovely North Devon village of West Down](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19460000/19450300/19450288/c93dfe83_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 400 year old cottage is in the lovely North Devon village of West Down Nr Woolacombe ENG Book a stay at this family-friendly cottage in Ilfracombe. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ilfracombe Aquarium and Marwood ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (74 reviews) We had a lovely New year's stay in this cottage, going for coastal walks and getting cosy by the fire when we came back. The cottage is really comfortable, we loved the heated bathroom floors and the well equipped kitchen. We also enjoyed playing a bit of darts and table tennis in the games room. ... Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Ilfracombe-Hotels-400-Year-Old-Cottage-Is-In-The-Lovely-North-Devon-Village-Of-West-Down.h19450288.Hotel-Information) ![9 The Vista, Willingcott Nr Woolacombe - Hot tub/ Pet friendly/ On-site pool/ EV Charger/ Ecohome](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96960000/96959400/96959370/0d0bf50a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 9 The Vista, Willingcott Nr Woolacombe - Hot tub/ Pet friendly/ On-site pool/ EV Charger/ Ecohome Woolacombe Devon Stay at this cottage in Woolacombe. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Woolacombe Beach and Barricane Beach are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews) Beautifully presented eco house in lovely setting We were a party of six adults, a 4 month old baby and a cocker spaniel, there for a sixtieth birthday. The accommodation is first rate. Everywhere is light and airy. All the rooms are generously proportioned and they have been decorated tastefully and to a high standard. Furniture, fittings, bedding ... Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Woolacombe-Hotels-No9-The-Vista.h96959370.Hotel-Information) ![Westbeach Holiday Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50730000/50729400/50729318/0f974e43_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Westbeach Holiday Apartments Nelson Rd Bideford England Book a stay at this beach apartment in Bideford. Enjoy free parking, rainfall showerheads, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions North Devon Coast ... 9/10 Wonderful! (136 reviews) The apartment itself was great but the sofa in the front room was stained and not very comfortable. We booked in for 3 nights and we were issued with one toilet roll that was more happy shopper than premium. The walkway from our apartment to the stairs was barely lit in the evening which wasn’t great. ... Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Bideford-Hotels-Westbeach-Holiday-Apartments.h50729318.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in West Down](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6048719&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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Discover the coffeehouses in this relaxing area, or seek out the surfing spots. [](https://expedia.ca/Ilfracombe-Harbour-Ilfracombe.d6094347.Vacation-Attraction) #### Sandy Cove Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sandy Cove Beach during your trip to Ilfracombe? While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront. [](https://expedia.ca/Sandy-Cove-Beach-Ilfracombe.d553248635978488701.Vacation-Attraction) #### Hele Bay Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Hele Bay Beach during your trip to Ilfracombe? While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront. [](https://expedia.ca/Hele-Bay-Beach-Ilfracombe.d553248635978488303.Vacation-Attraction) #### Combe Martin Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Combe Martin Beach during your trip to Combe Martin? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. 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