We are Sarah and Chris Betteridge. We have been operating Holidays in Croyde Ltd, exclusively in Croyde for over 20 years . Starting small, renting out our own properties, and over the years gathering a collection of properties owned by family, friends, and new friends. Sarah loves helping people find the perfect holiday home for their treasured get always. She is always on the end of the phone if you need advice or help during your stay. Chris is a builder and works with our owners to maintain their properties and ensure they are ready for each new guest that walks through the doors. During your stay you will regularly see both Chris and Sarah out and about, so do stop to chat and let us know how you are getting on.

Surfers Roost is not your typical coastal holiday home — it’s a carefully curated space designed for relaxing, gathering, celebrating and truly unwinding by the sea.

Some homes are made for holidays — Surfers Roost is made for time well spent together. Set in the heart of Croyde, just moments from the vibrant village centre and an easy, scenic walk to the beach, this six-bedroom home is perfectly suited to large families and special occasions — from milestone birthdays and wedding anniversaries; to active family holidays and wellness retreats; or simply time to escape the hustle and bustle of life. This truly unique, architect-designed house has a laid-back feel, with natural materials, warm tones and thoughtfully layered interiors creating a space that feels both relaxed and distinctive. Beamed, vaulted ceilings enhance the sense of space and light, giving the main living areas an airy, open quality, while a strong attention to detail ensures the house is as comfortable to live in as it is beautiful. At its centre is a spacious kitchen diner with an Aga cooker and American style fridge freezer, designed for gathering — from slow mornings before the beach to long, sociable meals together. Large doors open onto a sun-filled garden, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. With outdoor seating, a BBQ area and space for alfresco dining, it’s perfectly set up for relaxed lunches, easy pre-dinner drinks and nightcaps under the stars. The house sleeps up to 12 guests across six individually styled bedrooms, including four doubles, one king and one huge, luxurious master bedroom with a super king bed. Four bedrooms are ensuite, while two first-floor bedrooms share a well-appointed family bathroom — a layout that works particularly well for multi-generational stays. Designed to support a slower pace of living, the interiors feel calm and considered throughout. Two separate lounge spaces in the main house allow everyone to spread out — one sumptuous sitting room with a roaring fireplace and big screen TV, and the other more relaxed lounge area with open seating and a vinyl sound system. Meanwhile in the...