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Instow The Dunes

Instow, Devon
Sleeps 10
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
5 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Luxury
Games / Play facilities
Internet access
Hot Tub
EV Charging
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Beachside property in Instow with easy access to sand dunes and estuary walks
  • Great outdoor spaces with large garden, a hot tub and first-floor balcony
  • Excellent for families with a four-person bunk room plus table tennis, table football and a running machine.
Property code: OC-I31748

Luxuriate in a stay at this magnificent holiday retreat and ensure your faithful friend is part of the fun. Sleeping 10 guests, this truly special, four-bedroom holiday home looks out over the dunes and features a hot tub, games room and sun-soaked garden. It is less than 150 metres from the sandy beach which has sections that are dog friendly all year round.

Wander inside to find reverse-level accommodation that captures the glorious views. Your beautiful bedrooms, including a double, a twin and a gorgeous king-size, with an en-suite and doors to the garden, are all downstairs. A four-bunk bedroom and a family bathroom are also at this level, together with the utility room and games room. Usher your pet upstairs to the striking lounge/diner. Let him pad about while you gaze out over the estuary to Appledore. Pull the doors back onto the balcony in summer or light the wood burner and snuggle down in front of the Smart TV in winter. The gorgeous kitchen/diner, which has a walk-in pantry, features everything you need to help you cater for your friends and family. Feed your four-pawed pal here too or call him through to the snug, where there is another Smart TV. Savour the opportunities for outdoor living afforded by this impressive retreat. Cook supper on the BBQ, dine in the fresh air and bubble in the hot tub while your faithful friend keeps you company. There is a dog wash, where you can rinse him off after trips to the beach, and parking for four cars.

Follow a section of the scenic Tarka Trail, which passes through Instow, with your delighted dog. Venture 5.5 miles to the open sands of Westward Ho! where dogs are welcome on the northern part of the beach at any time of year.

  • 4 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 double, 1 twin, 1 bunk room with two sets of bunks
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 family bathroom with bath. separate shower and WC, 1 en suite shower room and WC, 1 separate WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, Nespresso coffee machine
  • Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Wood burner (available 1st October until 31st March)
  • Smart TV in lounge and snug
  • Enclosed rear garden with garden furniture, hot tub
  • Private off-road parking for 4 cars
  • Beach, shop, pubs and restaurants 50 metres
  • Electric vehicle charging on site
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs 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 11 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Patricia 3rd May 2026

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A beautiful home in a great location, with stunning views over the dunes to the coast. Comfortable and fitted out to a high standard. Excellent eateries within a short walking distance, and of course the wonderful Instow beach.

Reviewed by David 7th April 2026

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Reviewed by Josephine 1st April 2026

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Thoroughly enjoyed our holiday. The property design and decor is amazing. The views are spectacular. It is extremely well equipped with everything you could need in the kitchen. High quality throughout including bedding, towels, TV & speaker connectivity throughout the building. Cleanliness was excellent especially with the hot tub. The games room Read morewas much appreciated. Housekeeper was super responsive on the first night when we couldnt work the EV charger, which was quickly resolved. Attention to detail throughout was high - felt like a home rather than a holiday let. Great pubs in walking distance. We also enjoyed Johns of Instow and Appledore cafes and deli which we visited daily!! Quiet and private location. Access to great walks on the Tarka Trail. Good location to explore North Devon and North Cornish coast. Quiet and peaceful location for a relaxing break. Highly recommended. Hide

Reviewed by Ann 30th December 2025

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This is a fabulous house in a great location; three generations of our family enjoyed a special Christmas; loved it.

Reviewed by Jordan 4th November 2025

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The house was amazing, so well equipped and comfortable. The location was also fab, lots of nice pubs to walk to and the beach was literally over the road. The house was clean and well maintained. We cannot find a fault.

Reviewed by James 26th October 2025

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Reviewed by Patricia 15th October 2025

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A very well equipped home, only a stone's throw from the beach and food & drink options that Instow offers. The kitchen had a plethora of quality cookware and utensils. We loved the Instow Arms and our walks on the beach with our dog. Instow is a great place for a holiday.

Reviewed by Wendy 19th September 2025

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House is in perfect situation for going to the beach

Reviewed by Jeff 26th August 2025

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Excellent accommodation - lovely setting - very comfortable - first house we've stayed in (and we've stayed in a lot) where carving knives were sharp. Highly recommend this property.

Reviewed by Mike 9th August 2025

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We had a great time, the house was well equipped and in a great location.

Reviewed by Julie 14th June 2025

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The house was super clean and the kitchen well equipped with pots,pans and glasses.The duvets and bed linen were fresh and new.The view from the living room window is pretty,looking across the estuary to Appledore. We noticed some noise from traffic on the 30mph limit road in front of the dining area in the daytime but werent disturbed by it in theRead more master bedroom at night and there was no noise from neighbouring houses whilst we were there.We enjoyed using the hot tub some evenings and the bath is a decent size.The en-suite bathroom is compact and the sink is a small cloakroom type one,so my husband who likes a wet shave used the one in the other bathroom as that is normal sized.The property description mentions that there is a large garden and that it is suitable for 2 dogs.However wed say it is more of a courtyard,there isnt a lawned area and the only greenery is in a raised pebbled area above the dining tables.As it is an upside down house,if you want to eat outside the food and crockery has to be carried down the stairs and through the master bedroom to the tables.Barbeques arent allowed. Hide

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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.