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2 bedroom accommodation in Instow

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A coastal town with a stone wall, a bench, and boats on the water.
A room with a white door, a brown leather chair, a small white table with a lamp, and a painting of a sunset.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, a vase of flowers, and a wall clock.
A blue door with a ship's wheel emblem, a window, and a white wall.
A living room with a sofa, armchair, TV, lamp, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Instow
  • Place, Instow Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, South West Coast Path Section 7 Trailhead
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, West Appledore
    ‪19 min walk‬

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About the area

Bideford

This cottage places you steps from Instow Beach and within a 15-minute stroll of South West Coast Path Section 7 Trailhead. .Accommodation features a washing machine, free WiFi and a TV.

What's nearby

  • Instow Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • South West Coast Path Section 7 Trailhead - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • South West Coast Path Section 6 Trailhead - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • West Appledore - 19 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Woolacombe Beach - 60 min drive - 44.5 km

Getting around

  • Barnstaple Station - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe du Parc - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Glorious Oyster - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Boathouse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Royal North Devon Golf Club - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Rose Salterne (Wetherspoon) - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

2 bedroom accommodation in Instow

Fisherman’s cottage yards from beach, and with the Tarka Trail passing through the village, Bideford is within easy access.. Ground Floor:

Living room: TV, Sky, DVD Player

Dining room.

Kitchen: Gas Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine

First Floor:

Bedroom 1: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed

Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed

Bathroom: Bath With Shower Attachment, Toilet. Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Enclosed courtyard with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Parking permit for 1 car included; additional public car park (400 yards), unloading at the door. On road parking; public car park, 200 yards (£5 per day). No smoking.. A coastal holiday cottage, 100 yards from the beach. Just yards from Instow’s pretty beach, Midships is the perfect seaside holiday choice for a relaxing break with family or friends all year round. This delightful, terraced, fisherman’s cottage has a lovely rear courtyard garden, the perfect spot to enjoy a coffee whilst planning your day. With its long, flat promenade, golden sand and dunes, Instow offers something for everyone. The area is a must for water sports, sailing enthusiasts and fishermen, whilst walkers and cyclists will enjoy the famous Tarka Trail which passes through the village. Dining out is a real treat as Instow has an excellent selection of restaurants and cafés, many overlooking the estuary. There is also a renowned delicatessen/village shop where you can pick up some fantastic local produce. 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. Golf, fishing and horse riding are all available locally. Shop 400 yards, pub and restaurant 50 yards.

Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.

Free WiFi



There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (surcharge)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Horseback riding nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
  • Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 3 pet(s)

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

2 Bedroom Accommodation in Instow Bideford
2 Bedroom Accommodation in Instow Private vacation home
2 Bedroom Accommodation in Instow Private vacation home Bideford
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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at 2 bedroom accommodation in Instow?

Yep, 2 bedroom accommodation in Instow has a self car park, for a fee. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to 2 bedroom accommodation in Instow?

Yep, 2 bedroom accommodation in Instow is a short 2-minute walk from Instow Beach. Fun beach activities include fishing.

Does 2 bedroom accommodation in Instow have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at 2 bedroom accommodation in Instow?

No, 2 bedroom accommodation in Instow does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at 2 bedroom accommodation in Instow?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at 2 bedroom accommodation in Instow?

No, only service animals are allowed.

2 bedroom accommodation in Instow Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Charlotte S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice property and good place to explore from
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Andrew

Fantastic location great for dog walks on the beach and Tarka trail.

Fantastic location great for dog walks on the beach and Tarka trail. We had a lovely week in Instow great food at The Boathouse and from Benjis Box down at the Cricket Club.Only small improvement would be the cooker in the house bit tired and in need of replacement.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marci F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Instow cottage

Really liked the cottage. All clean and well presented. Very good welcome pack which we appreciated. We missed the no towels provided part, but Lucy came to the rescue. Very comfortable beds and beautiful linen, always a treat! Would suggest an update on the bathroom but the rest was as described. So close to the beach and handy for restaurants and pubs. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet getaway

Lovely quiet place to stay, just around the corner from the sandy beach. Lots of space in this beautiful light and comfy cottage. Flowers, wine and a few bits made us feel very welcome. Plenty of places to walk on the doorstep. Would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Esther

We loved Midships.

We loved Midships. A really comfortable stay, located 2 minutes walk from the beach and restaurants - literally across the road from the local pub. We had everything we needed - comfortable sofas, wifi and Sky TV. The cottage is cosy and warm. Parking was unrestricted at the time we visited and always spaces available. Others mentioned issues with the cottage bathroom. There is no shower curtain and you have to hold the shower head. There is plentiful hot water though, and good pressure. The bath is huge and luxurious! Our only suggestion would be to replace the feather pillows. The huge beds were really comfortable and each room had plenty storage space. We really enjoyed our stay and look forward to vising again. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Caroline

Midships is a characterful cottage with everything I required for a late season stay in this testing

Midships is a characterful cottage with everything I required for a late season stay in this testing time of global pandemic. Overall it felt a little 'tired' and would probably benefit from a freshen up. That said it did not deter from my enjoyment. I have stayed in Instow 6 times and this cottage although not the best I've stayed in, was perfectably acceptable. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
Verified

6/10 Okay

Barbara P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Perfect base for exploring North Devon.

A lovely week in Midships. Just a couple of negatives. Although property was very clean it smelled really damp and the walls in the dining area felt wet. There was no shower curtain and armchairs had seen better days. Overall a lovely location although parking very limited. The beds were very comfortable and property very spacious.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Laura

Midships is ideally located for Instow beach - just over the road.

Midships is ideally located for Instow beach - just over the road. Midships overall is clean, comfortable and perfectly located. It does however need a bathroom refit. The bathroom, although clean, is old and not of the standard expected for the price paid.