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Sandy Patch Instow

Instow, Devon
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Sleeps 3
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
3 star
Enclosed garden / patio
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Beach within easy reach
Fishing on site / nearby
Family friendly
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • The beautiful sandy beach at Instow (dog friendly) is less than 100 steps from your front door
  •  A stones throw from Instow's array of local pubs, eateries and an award winning deli
  • The South West Coastal Path and Tarka Trial are right on your doorstep making this cottage the perfect base for exploring the beautiful coastlines of North Devon

 

Property code: 43053

Sitting in the small village of Instow, this cottage is in the perfect location, and is the ideal property to spend some time away with your loved ones. With a dog-friendly beach close by and the Tarka Trail offering scenic walks or cycle rides out to the towns of Barnstaple and Bideford there are plenty of activities for everyone to enjoy. At the end of the day return home to this cosy property and relax in the secluded courtyard or light up the electric fire.

The property has neutral tones throughout and has been subtly decorated with a nautical theme to compliment the estuary this village is located on. With its large kitchen and spacious lounge/diner this property will comfortably house up to three people and two pooches. After an evening stroll along the sandy beach, if calling in at one of the beachside pubs isn’t your thing, then head back to the cottage for a homecooked meal and enjoy a glass of wine sat out in the secluded courtyard and take in the starry sky.

There are plenty of things to do close to Instow. Whether that’s walk part of the South West Coast Path, explore the market towns of Bideford (4 miles) and Barnstaple (6 miles), or spend the day shopping at Affinity Outlet Devon just 5.5 miles away. For a more adventurous day why not head down to Skern Lodge for a day of abseling and high ropes or try your luck on the Total Wipeout course at the Ultimate Adventure Centre in Abbotsham, both no further than 6 miles away. For something a bit closer to home why not spend your days exploring the dunes, crabbing on the waterfront, and relaxing with a meal at either the Boathouse or the Instow Arms.

  • 2 bedrooms: 1 double and 1 single
  • Bathroom with small-size shower-over-bath
  • Separate ground-floor WC
  • TV/DVD
  • Wood burner-effect electric fire
  • Oven, hob, microwave, fridge with ice compartment, and washer/dryer
  • Bed linen, towels included
  • Electric and heating included
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Restricted roadside parking is available, please check the signs, or you can use the pay-and-display car park nearby
  • Please note, the property has a steep internal open tread staircase, common in fisherman's cottages in Instow
  • Beach, shops, and pubs within walking distance
  • Arrival: 17:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £150 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £20. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Rachel Loosemore

This property is personally managed by Rachel.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 33 guest ratings

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Overall equipment
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Reviewed by Deborah 27th September 2024

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Lovely cosy cottage . perfect location for pubs restaurants and the beautiful beach on the doorstep what more could you want. Stayed here many times at different times of the year and have never been disappointed. The cottage is warm well equipped and comfortable beds, dogs love it and we hope to stay again soon .

Reviewed by Geoff 13th September 2024

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Reviewed by Gwen 30th August 2024

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Reviewed by Pat 9th August 2024

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Lovely little cottage in a fantastic location. Felt very homely. These fishermens cottages are not perfect but are full of charm. Carpark permit included allows you to park free at the cricket club which was really appreciated Would definitely return

Reviewed by David 19th July 2024

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Reviewed by Lyn 9th June 2024

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Excellent position and very comfortable.

Reviewed by Carol 31st May 2024

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Dog friendly cottage in a wonderful location, only minutes from a dog friendly beach.

Reviewed by Paul 24th May 2024

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Reviewed by Carol 6th May 2024

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Perfect location for Instow beach , especially good with a dog . The cottage is clean and warm with comfortable beds . Its not luxury but fine if the weather is good and you are out most of the time. We appreciated the parking permit for the cricket club and the wine and dog treats was a nice touch. We had a fantastic week with warm sunshine so no Read morecomplaints . Hide

Reviewed by Mandy 26th April 2024

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Lovely cottage, will definitely stay again, close to the beach and pubs. Luckily owners had left dog bowls as I had forgotten to take them with. Dog treats were great touch along with a lovely bottle of wine and biscuits for the adults.

Reviewed by Chris 1st April 2024

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Easy access to beach. Property needs updating.

Reviewed by Jane 5th January 2024

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My favourite cottage ever. The absolute perfect location for a quiet trip with dogs. I will be returning!

Reviewed by Deborah 29th December 2023

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Lovely cosy cottage . Great location . Everything you need . 3rd visit here we always enjoy our visits .

Reviewed by Mandy 23rd December 2023

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The location was excellent. The upstairs main bedroom was the most cosy. The bed was very comfortable. The heating system was very good. Nice and warm.

Reviewed by Paul 24th November 2023

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Cosy cottage with local amenities nearby and plenty of eating out choices. It is warm and comfortable with the beach a short distance. Very dog friendly, perfect for us!

Reviewed by Janet 29th September 2023

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Had a super week the cottage is so close to the sea front which made it easy with the wheelchair and ideal for dog owners. Good places to eat, tried a different one each day 3 pubs, fish restaurant and excellant deli. Though no other shops Sainsburys is close by and also has a petrol station.

Reviewed by Paul 22nd September 2023

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Reviewed by Andrew 4th August 2023

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Perfect house in a perfect location.

Reviewed by Melanie 14th July 2023

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Great location in Instow near beach and pubs/restaurants. Beach is perfect for dog walking. Parking can be difficult so having a pass to park at the cricket club was great. Good location for exploring all that North Devon has to offer. Cottage is basic and comfortable, well equipped with washer/dryer. Dog treats, bowl and ball for the dog was a nicRead moree touch. Lovely little courtyard at the back. Having no upstairs toilet and steep stairs could be a problem for some. Hide

Reviewed by Emma 7th July 2023

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Excellent location, just a minutes walk from the beach, which is very dog friendly, as is the whole village. Although no parking outside the cottage during the day, a free parking permit at the nearby golf club was provided. The cottage contained everything you needed, & welcome treats for us and the dogs were much appreciated.

Reviewed by Christopher 16th June 2023

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Reviewed by Angela 27th May 2023

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Cottage very comfortable & well equipped, 2 minutes walk from the beach ideal for the dog. Lovely pubs serving great food very close. Only downside of cottage very small courtyard, not area we could sit in. Luckily weather was brilliant on our stay

Reviewed by Maureen 19th May 2023

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My friend and I both found the stairs very difficult - far too steep. They need to come out and newer ones put in with a lower tread. I had to ask for a hairdryer - something that is always available in holiday cottages. The back yard is tiny so no room to sit outside. However it is ideally situated for the beach.

Reviewed by Dina 12th May 2023

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An amazing area for dog owners. We had a wonderful week with our dog who loved the dog friendly beach. Several great places to eat and again dogs welcome and given treats. A great base to explore North Devon.

Reviewed by Sally 20th April 2023

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Reviewed by Alan 15th April 2023

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Lovely comfortable little terraced cottage. Instow is a great little friendly place to relax and is a nice base. Nice deli but no actual everyday shop so stock before you go. overall, definitely visit again.

Reviewed by Margaret 7th April 2023

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Maybe recommend but need to note there is not a toilet upstairs !

Reviewed by Raymond 3rd March 2023

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Reviewed by Deborah 24th February 2023

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We love this cosy cottage , this is our second stay and once again we had a lovely time. The location is fantastic with great places to eat nearby. The beach is a stone's throw from the front door and the dogs had fun exploring . The cottage has everything you needed for a comfortable holiday , we were sad to leave . We parked at the commodore hoteRead morel as it's difficult to park at cottage but it was worth it. Looking forward to our next visit . Hide

Reviewed by Esther 17th February 2023

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Perfectly located family and dog friendly cottage, near to the beach, pubs and restaurants. Instow is an ideal location for touring this beautiful part of the world.

Reviewed by Simon 10th February 2023

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Feedback of a number of small improvements left for owners that will hopefully help future visitors to property.

Reviewed by Ian 16th January 2023

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Small and cosy cottage in ideal location a few metres from the beach. Beware parking is an issue especially from April onwards.

Reviewed by Emma 30th December 2022

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This was the perfect last minute coastal break, close to walks, beach, pubs and restaurants, all we wanted. The cottage is so cosy and perfectly located. The yard is tiny so ot suitable for exercising dogs but the beach is on the door step and is dog friendly. Parking on the main road at this time of year was fine whilst busy you could get a space Read morebut we did arrive late afternoon. Alternative parking is available too so not a problem. Hide

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