Jack's Nest was the perfect place for a quiet relaxing holiday.. The cottage was well equipped, comfortable and Michael and Elaine and Ben (the collie) made me feel very welcome. The cottage was well located to visit Exmoor, MInehead, Barnstaple, Ilfracombe and Bideford. There is a dog-friendly beach at Saunton Sands, north of Barnstaple, which has miles of sandy beach to explore off the lead.