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Bosuns Locker

Instow, Devon
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Log Cabin / Lodge
Waterside Views
Towels included
Romantic
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • A charming romantic retreat for two moments from a beach and a traffic-free cycle path
  • Delightful interior beneath a vaulted ceiling with exposed wooden beams
  • Snuggle up by the wood burner during the winter or sit outside and watch the world go by in the summer
Property code: OC-B31106

Whisk your loved one and your faithful friend off to Instow for a delightful stay in this dog-friendly chalet. Sleeping two guests, the single-storey, one-bedroom retreat is just 350 metres from the sandy beach, most of which welcomes four-legged sea lovers all year round. Dip furry feet in the estuary, follow the Tarka Trail and take the pet-welcoming ferry over to Appledore in the high season.

Wander inside with your four-pawed pal to discover airy accommodation with a vaulted ceiling, underfloor heating and plenty of space for pups to pad about. At the heart of the holiday home is an open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner where you can cuddle up in front of the wood burner while your soft-eared chum dozes on the rug. Open the French doors to the courtyard on summer days instead. Watch the TV or a DVD here or choose a book from the shelves. The kitchen is well equipped to allow you to cater for yourselves with ease and there is a washing machine for those sandy dog towels. Dine at the table on those occasions you choose not to book a table in a Devon eatery. Settle your chum for the night then make your way into your double bedroom, which has an en-suite shower room. There is also a separate family bathroom at the chalet. Let your furry friend keep you company as you sit out in your courtyard garden on warm evenings. Sip a glass of chilled fizz as the sun sets. There is parking for one car at this property.

Plan a day trip to Saunton Sands, 12.5 miles away, where pups can race free across the beautiful, golden beach. Venture 11 miles to Braunton to hire bikes and a dog trailer so you can head out along the Tarka Trail on wheels together.

  • 1 double bedroom
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 en-suite shower room with WC, 1 bathroom with bath and WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs supplied in winter months)
  • Smart TV
  • Shop just over 0.5 miles, pub just under 500 metres, beach 25 metres
  • Parking space on right hand side before chalets. DO NOT park outside the Chalet. 
  • 1 Dog, not to be allowed to stay in chalet unattended. 
  • Regret no children
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Tania Robinson

This property is personally managed by Tania.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 14 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Kim 23rd May 2026

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Loved this place, perfect location for the beach with our dog, well equipped and comfortable, light and airy and close enough to the village with all its lovely pubs/eateries. Thank you

Reviewed by Tina 18th April 2026

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Absolutely loved it already booked a trip back for later in the year.

Reviewed by Amanda 4th April 2026

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A fabulous little cottage in the perfect position for accessing the beach.Comfortable and equipped with everything you need. Thank you for a lovely stay.

Reviewed by John 28th March 2026

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Great cottage, great location, we have already rebooked!!!

Reviewed by Kevin 25th October 2025

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Very comfortable and cozy accommodation. The location is perfect very close to the sea and the Tarka trail. We will certainly return for another holiday.

Reviewed by Seanna 11th October 2025

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The cottage was lovely and just what we wanted. Spacious but cosy. Very well laid out.

Reviewed by Andrew 16th September 2025

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A lovely place to stay, so very close to the beach and the North Devon Cricket Club, enjoyed a few hours watching the home team, over a pint from the bar. Lovely walking on the beach to Instow and back. Would consider going back.

Reviewed by Lisa 16th September 2025

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Amazing cottage/ chalet, in the most beautiful location , extremely well equipped , lovely and clean , we especially liked the recliner chairs

Reviewed by Sarah 12th July 2025

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We really enjoyed staying at Bosun's Locker, the location gave us easy access to the beach and to the Inns and restaurants in Instow. The walking was lovely through the dunes, beach and along the Tarka Trail. We'd love to return on another occasion. Bosun's locker was well equipped, immaculately clean and some lovely personal touches. Delightful neRead moreighbours too! Hide

Reviewed by Cathy 2nd July 2025

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The cottage is lovely with easy access to the beach. Very comfortable and well laid out.

Reviewed by Rebecca 25th June 2025

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A lovely quiet Shalet accommodation in a superb location . Everything needed and attention to things like hooks for dog walking leads and all things needed to cook. Bath room and en-suite lovely and great quality. Really enjoyed the stay and location with our dog , so near the beach and short walk to Instow pub and restaurants. Have booked for nextRead more year we liked it so much! Hide

Reviewed by Nicholas 17th June 2025

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Excellent accommodation. Very comfortable and clean. Everything provided for a lovely holiday.

Reviewed by Shirley 25th May 2025

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We had a super 7 night break, a really lovely homely and comfortable base to stay. Comfy bed, pillows and nice linen. An absolute bonus is a bathroom and a shower room with a great size and powerful shower. Comfy chairs to watch TV or the wood burner in winter. Home seems more spacious inside than it looks. Lovely bookshelf too with some interestiRead moreng books. The cricket pitch is close by, also a food van very near. Parking is very easy and near the property. Cycles for hire also nearby. So much to do in the area, the Tarka trail is perfect we walked at least 10k everyday, also the coast path. Fremington Quay cafe is a great and welcoming place serving great food. We walked to Tapeley park well worth a visit a lovely walk along the Tarka trail. RHS Rosemoor and Dartington crystal are close by, a car drive away. There is a dele shop (Johns) in Instow with some great food and drink. Supermarkets are a few minutes drive away. Instow Arms is a lovely place to watch the sun go down. We would definitely recommend the property and the area. Hide

Reviewed by Christine 13th May 2025

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The cottage was excellent. Well equipped, everything we needed was there. Perfect location for us and the dog. Wanted to go back in September but fully booked. We will be back.

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Canine Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.