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Stanley House

Bishops Tawton, Devon
Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3
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
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Decorated for Christmas
Downstairs bathroom
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • An exquisitely designed holiday retreat with superb views from the balcony over the surrounding countryside
  • Featuring a luxurious hot tub, a light-flooded main living space and four elegantly decorated bedrooms
  • Guests are also offered free complimentary access to Elite Recovery and Wellness Spa in Barnstaple (3 miles), with Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Relaxation Sanctuary, Hydrotherapy Experience and Sauna & Steam Room 
  • This sumptuous reverse‑level home is perfectly positioned in a beautiful part of Devon, with the gorgeous coastal beaches of Westward Ho!, Instow and Saunton all within easy reach
Property code: OC-S35786

A super spacious and stylish home where eight guests and two canine companions can lead the way to adventure through the Devon countryside. Enjoy panoramic views from the balcony, get competitive over ping pong in the games room, and soak away in the bubbling hot tub.

This thoughtfully designed reverse-level accommodation is bright and light throughout, with everything you need for your group getaway. Enter in the elegant lounge where you can let sleeping dogs lie and watch TV, or admire the views from the large windows. Set underneath a high, vaulted ceiling, the kitchen/diner is perfect for sociable meals, while a handy utility room is ideal for storing all your walking gear. The garage has been converted to a games room where you can play ping pong or darts. A handy WC completes this level. As the day turns to night, rest your tired feet and paws in one of the superb bedrooms, situated downstairs. Choose from the super-king-size which has a free-standing bath and an en-suite shower room, another super-king, or two cosy king-size, one of which has its own en-suite. Finishing up the offering inside is a family bathroom. Outside is a private balcony with far-reaching views, plenty of seating, and a welcoming hot tub. Guests here also have complimentary access to a nearby spa. Partially enclosed garden. 

Located in the small village of Bishop’s Tawton you will find this a tranquil spot, while being within easy reach of Barnstaple’s (2 miles) many amenities. Here, you can set tails wagging along the Tarka Trail, an off-road walking route which is ideal for all abilities. Spend a day on the beach at the dog-friendly Instow (5 miles) or the stunning shores of Saunton Sands (8 miles).

  • 4 bedrooms – 1 super-king-size, 1 super-king-size zip-and-link (which can be made into two singles upon request), 2 king-size
  • 3 bathrooms – 1 bathroom with free-standing bath, shower and WC; 1 en-suite shower room with shower and WC; 1 bedroom has a free-standing bath within the bed space in addition to an en-suite shower room with shower and WC; plus 1 separate first-floor WC
  • 4 Electric ovens and Induction hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, drinks fridge, Quooker tap, washing machine and tumble dryer
  • Travel cot and highchair available on request
  • Smart TVs in lounge, snug and all bedrooms
  • An additional snug room offers a seating area with a Smart TV and its own bar featuring a selection of drink taps with a choice of Thatcher’s, Peroni, and Asahi, with half or full kegs available to purchase through the homeowner at an additional cost
  • Upstairs games area with ping-pong table and dartboard and Peloton
  • Private hot tub
  • Starlink Internet
  • Enclosed balcony with outdoor seating and barbecue.
  • Lower ground garden partially enclosed
  • Guests are also offered free complimentary access to Elite Recovery and Wellness Spa in Barnstaple (3 miles), with Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Relaxation Sanctuary, Hydrotherapy Experience and Sauna & Steam Room 
  • Nearest Beach is Instow, a 17 minute drive. 
  • Private parking for 4 cars
  • Barnstaple with its choice of restaurants are nearby, also the surrounding beaches from Instow to Saunton are within driving distance 
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • 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.

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Reviewed by Karen 15th August 2026

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We had a luxurious stay here, with beautiful views over the countryside. We appreciated the delicious goodies left to welcome us too. The property is new so there are a few finishing touches required, but these are minimal and do not detract from the excellent experience overall. We would totally recommend a stay here.

Reviewed by Nicola 11th August 2026

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Weve been lucky enough to stay in many holiday homes and cottages over the years, and this one is truly up there with the very best. The view is absolutely breathtaking, and the layout gives two families plenty of space without ever feeling on top of each other, while still offering lovely areas to spend time together. The hot tub was a real treRead moreat, and relaxing on the balcony having a BBQ, while taking in that incredible view was just perfect. Having access to the local spa is a fantastic bonus and makes staying at Stanley House even more special. The location is great too, with beautiful beaches just a short drive away. We would definitely stay again. Hide

Reviewed by Carolyn 27th July 2026

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What a fabulous week we had in this amazing house. Stanley house is just beautiful, it has been done up to such a high standard with lots of lovely finishing touches. It had everything you needed to make your stay very enjoyable and comfortable. The views from the balcony are just stunning. The hosts Karis and Lewis were excellent, very attentivRead moree when we contacted them and always happy to help. Would highly recommend a visit to this beautiful house. 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.