Instow self catering and cottage accommodation

The Cottage, Instow, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from: £600 to £899

Self catering accommodation in Instow sleeps 4.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Beach nearby • Pub nearby • Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Tucked away in the narrow back lanes of Instow’s old fisherman cottages, this delightful holiday cottage is one of a row and lies just yards from Instow’s pretty beach which fronts the Taw Torridge Estuary. Instow’s shops, restaurants and pubs are within easy walking distance. In summer, enjoy amazing sunsets whilst strolling along the beach or parade. Bideford is a short journey; a trip to Lundy Island can be organised from the quayside. Westward Ho! (2 miles) has a long stretch of sand and good surf. Ideal location to visit Exmoor, the North Cornwall/Devon coastline, Clovelly, Bucks Mill and Hartland Quay. The Big Sheep, The Milky Way, Dartington Crystal, RHS Rosemoor, Tarka Trail and an indoor swimming pool are within easy reach. Shop 400 yards, pub 50 yards.

Beamed living room with wood-burning stove, cosy dining area, tiled floor. Large kitchen, tiled floor. Spiral stairs to first floor: Double bedroom, TV. Twin bedroom. Shower room with toilet.

Cinnamon Teal, Instow, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from: £358 to £692

Self catering accommodation in Instow sleeps 4.

Features include: Non Smoking • Sandy Beach 5 Miles • Sea 5 Miles • Open Fire • Short Break

Accommodation overview: This semi-detached renovated 18th century holiday cottage (only 5 minutes’ walk from Myrtle Loft ref E2859) is close to Instow’s sandy beach and the famed Tarka Trail. Local shops and a choice of fine pubs and restaurants are within easy walking distance. A pedestrian ferry crosses the River Torridge to Appledore (April to October) where visitors will find pubs shops galleries and a lively quay from where plentiful boat and fishing trips depart. Within easy reach are Bideford (3 miles) from whose busy quayside visitors can catch a ferry to Lundy Island (2 hours) or visit the farmers’ market or Westward Ho! a family beach resort. The Eden Project is a 1.5 hour drive. Spacious open plan sitting room with wood burning stove slate floor well equipped kitchen and dining area. Cloakroom/WC. First floor: Two double bedrooms with 6’ beds (zip and link can be twin). Bathroom/WC (shower over bath).

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

4 bedroom holiday home, Instow, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 7
Weekly prices from: £570 to £1395

Self catering accommodation in Instow sleeps 7.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Beach nearby • Pub nearby • Garden • Sleeps 7

Accommodation overview: FABULOUS HOUSE ON MARINE PARADE WITH LOVELY RIVER VIEWS AND STROLL TO BEACH AND PUBS In a very sought after location on the river front in Instow, this large terraced house is a short walk to many amenities. You will be able to stroll to the sand dune beach on the River Torridge, which is popular with bathers and sand castle makers, as well as the adjacent village shop, yacht club, pubs and very well known restaurants. The Tarka Trail can be accessed in less than 1 minute and is perfect for walkers, with some lovely riverside views, along the former railway line. Venture further afield and explore the many attractions North Devon has to offer including a range of surfing beaches, Tapeley Park, The Big Sheep, National Trust Arlington Court, The Oldenburg for day trips to Lundy Island and much more. In the evenings relax in the pleasant enclosed garden or enjoy village hospitality in the local pub. Seasonally, take the passenger ferry across to the historic fishing village of Appledore which also offers a range of good pubs and restaurants. The accommodation is very spacious and is furnished and equipped to a high standard and is arranged over three floors, and offers: FOUR bedrooms: situated on the first floor, 1 double, 1 twin and 1 single. Situated on the ground floor 1 double. Bathroom: bath with shower attachment, separate shower and WC, on the first floor. Shower room: with WC on the ground floor. Lounge: on the second floor approached via steep stairs, has stunning views over the river, with 42" flat screen HD TV, DVD and Freeview and iPod/iPhone dock. Dining room. Kitchen: modern, well-equipped with cooker, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, microwave and 32" flat screen HDTV, with small seating area. Outside: enclosed garden with BBQ and seating. Amenities: parking is roadside or pay and display car park close by. Bed linen, electric and central heating included.2 dogs by arrangement. Regret no smoking. Location: beach, shops and pubs all a short stroll. Arrival: 3pm

5 bedroom apartment, Instow, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from: £725 to £1875

Self catering accommodation in Instow sleeps 10.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Beach nearby • Pub nearby • Detached • Garden • Sleeps 10

Accommodation overview: PRICE BAND W FOR OFF PEAK PERIODS, FOR PARTIES OF 6 OR LESSTRADITIONAL LARGE REGENCY RESIDENCE IN DESIRABLE LOCATIONOPPOSITE THE BEACH A lovely semi-detached traditional Regency home within the desirable village of Instow, with far reaching views across the River Torridge to Appledore, the estuary and sea beyond. With the sandy beach being right on your doorstep, the location makes for a wonderful holiday destination. Instow itself offers a range of facilities all within a level walk, including a fully stocked store, shops, pubs, restaurants and a gallery, and the North Devon Cricket Club (one of the most beautiful in England) and the North Devon Yacht Club. The Tarka Trail is popular with walkers and cyclists - it can be joined 5 minutes from the house so that you get to Bideford, Fremington Quay, Barnstaple and beyond, with glorious river and country views along the way. Further afield are attractions to suit most tastes and these include the market town of Barnstaple, Tapley Park, National Trust's Arlington Court, The Big Sheep, The Milky Way and much more. Enjoy a BBQ in the enclosed rear garden in the evenings, or stroll to one of the family pubs serving good food. The accommodation, which retains much of its original charm with period furnishings and has been in the same family for generations. It is arranged over the two ground floors of the property with a separate apartment above. There are FIVE bedrooms: all doubles and twins. On the ground floor, 2 king-size doubles, 1 with washbasin and 1 twin with washbasin. On the lower ground, there are 2 twin bedrooms. Bathroom: on the ground floor, new with bath and shower plus a separate WC. On the lower ground floor is a shower/utility room with new shower, washing machine, tumble dryer and a separate WC. Lounge: with TV, DVD, Freeview and telephone for incoming calls. Kitchen/diner: farmhouse-style and fully equipped with table that can sit 10 people but is more comfortable with 8, gas cooker, dishwasher, new fridge/freezer and microwave; separate larder. Outside: enclosed rear garden with seating. Amenities: parking for 2 cars in drive and then roadside parking. Bed linen, electric and central heating included. Wi-Fi available. 1 well behaved dog by arrangement. Additional info: price band W for off-peak periods for parties of 6 or less. Location: beach, shops and pubs/restaurants all a short stroll. Arrival: 3pm.

The Swallows, Instow, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from: £300 to £599

Self catering accommodation in Instow sleeps 2.

Features include: • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Sleeps 2

Accommodation overview: The Swallows is a well presented, single-storey barn conversion. One of a pair, it is ideally suited to those seeking a comfortable base whilst visiting this charming area of Devon. Nearby Instow is an unspoilt seaside village with a large stretch of sandy beach and dunes, village shops and a good selection of pubs and restaurants specialising in locally caught seafood dishes. At Croyde and Woolacombe discover some of the best and cleanest surf beaches in the country as well as many smaller coves and bays. Exmoor and the South West Coastal Path are located close by and there are NT properties at Arlington and Knighthayes and the RHS gardens at Rosemoor, Great Torrington. There is cycling along the Tarka Trail. Shop and pub 1/4 mile.

Beamed living/dining room with patio doors and compact kitchen area. Twin bedroom. Shower room with toilet.

Instow House, Instow, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from: £900 to £1299

Self catering accommodation in Instow sleeps 8.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Beach nearby • Garden • Sleeps 8

Accommodation overview: The small seaside village of Instow, with its stretch of golden sand and dunes, provides the setting for this lovely house. Adjoining another property on Marine Parade, it overlooks the beach, making it ideal for a family seaside holiday. Memories are to be made in this very unique and unspoilt part of North Devon; water sports, sailing, fishing, golf and riding can all be enjoyed locally, with scenic walking and cycling along the original coastal railway, now forming part of the famous ‘Tarka Trail’. Bideford, Barnstaple and Westward Ho! offer their own blend of attractions close by, while just yards from the house are two excellent restaurants specialising in seafood and offering fine views across the bay towards Appledore.

Step down to large living/dining room with ‘living-flame’ gas fire, panoramic sea views, day bed (for +2) and French doors to garden. Modern kitchen. Shower room with toilet. First floor: Two bedrooms with sea views; one double and one twin. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet.

Knowle Farm, Instow, Devon, South West England

Sleeps
Weekly prices from: £

Self catering accommodation in Instow sleeps .

Features include: Short Breaks Close to the Sea • Hot Tub • Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pets allowed sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: Just a short drive from Instow's sandy beach and the galleries and busy quayside at Appledore across the River Torridge these well appointed barn conversions are ideally located for enjoying a holiday in north Devon. Set on a working farm they lie 3 miles from Bideford – perfect for a boat trip to Lundy Island or a spot of shopping at Atlantic Village – and within easy reach of world-famous beaches at Saunton Croyde Bay Putsborough and Woolacombe – a surfers' paradise. A little further afield is Exmoor National Park glorious setting for the famous resorts of Lynton and Lynmouth the spectacular Valley of the Rocks Badgeworthy Water and the National Trust's Watersmeet. To the south lie Clovelly a picturesque village with steep cobbled streets leading to its ancient harbour; fantastic ocean views at Hartland Point; and Bude renowned for its fine sandy beach and surfing. Pub serving food shops and access to walking and cycling on the Tarka Trail (coastal path) are found at Instow 2½ miles.

Spacious double bedroom with 5' bed and single bed (for + 1). Double bedroom. Bathroom/WC with corner bath (shower attachment). First floor: Spacious and very comfortable beamed open plan sitting room with wood burning stove and kitchen and dining areas.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Breakers, Instow, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from: £1300

Self catering accommodation in Instow sleeps 6.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Golf nearby • Pub nearby • Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: A delightful beach front retreat, Breakers is just a stone’s throw from the golden sand and dunes in the small seaside village of Instow on the breathtaking North Devon Coast. This stunning, spacious holiday house, one of a pair, is decorated in a tasteful beach style, with fabulous sea views and is ideal for a family seaside holiday or relaxing escape. Just outside the front door is a long, flat promenade to enjoy a walk and maybe sample the famous, locally made Hockings ice cream, with the backdrop of Instow beach’s golden sands.
The area is a must for watersports, sailing enthusiasts and fishermen, whilst walkers and cyclists will enjoy the famous Tarka Trail which passes through the village. Golf is also available locally. There are numerous NT properties to visit in the area including Arlington and Hartland Abbey, as well as the RHS gardens at Rosemoor and Docton Mill, and North Devon is well positioned for visits to Exmoor, Dartmoor and North Cornwall. Bideford, 2 miles, offers town amenities and boat trips to Lundy Island and for family fun The Big Sheep and The Milky Way adventure parks are close by.
After a day of discovery return to Breakers to relax and freshen up before dining out at any one of Instow’s excellent restaurants, looking out at the amazing sunset over Lundy Island and the lights of Appledore across the bay. Shop ¼ mile, pub and restaurant 100 yards.

Large living room with wood-burning stove, wooden floor and sea views. Step down to dining room with limestone floor and French doors to courtyard garden. Kitchen with multi-fuel burner, limestone floor and Belfast sink. Lower ground floor: Sitting room with TV. First floor: Double bedroom with 5ft bed, TV, sea views, Velux window and en-suite bathroom with double ended bath, double shower cubicle and toilet. Three steps up to double bedroom with TV and en-suite shower room with toilet. Twin bedroom with sea views. Shower room with double shower cubicle. Separate toilet. External toilet.