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Caynham

Instow, near Bideford, Devon
Sleeps 10
Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 5
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
5 star
Waterside Views
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Luxury
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
Complex
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At a glance

  • This stylish and spacious period home makes an ideal luxury retreat with fully enclosed garden and large terrace/balcony enjoying stunning river views
  • 3 minute walk to a beautiful (and dog friendly) golden sandy beach Instow with local pubs, eateries and an award winning deli
  • The South West Coastal Path is on your doorstep making this cottage the perfect base for exploring the beautiful coastlines of North Devon
Property code: OC-47687

This incredibly luxurious property sleeps ten guests and welcomes two furry friends, making it the ideal family getaway location or a spectacular retreat to celebrate a special occasion with friends. Situated in the quaint village of Instow, with its charming independent shops and dog-friendly eateries, you’ll be just a short stroll from the sandy beach and Tarka Trail; both favourites amongst local dog-walkers.

The stylish property boasts breath-taking views across the estuary and has ample room, both indoors and out, for all your guests – including the four-legged variety. Patio doors open onto the terrace, where you can all sit back and enjoy the stunning views whilst rustling up a BBQ after a long day at the beach. The large enclosed garden provides plenty of space for your canine companions to stretch their legs and have a good old sniff and explore. Wooden floors throughout downstairs make cleaning up sandy paw prints nice and easy, and there’s also a drying room so all the dogs’ damp paraphernalia doesn’t encroach upon your living space!

Instow is a dog-lovers paradise. Your fluffy friends can run free on the beach (just watch out for restrictions along the seafront) and gorgeous local pubs and cafes welcome dogs with open arms. The market town of Bideford (3.5 miles away) has a fantastic park where dogs can enjoy a stroll and children can explore the playgrounds or splash in the outdoor swimming pool. You could also visit The Milky Way, where dogs on leads are permitted in most of the outdoor areas. With its rollercoasters, huge slides, maze and mini golf, you’ll find plenty to keep everyone entertained.

  • 5 bedrooms: 1 super-king-size, 1 king-size, 1 double, 2 twin bedrooms 
  • 2 en-suite shower and WC, 2 en-suite bath with shower attachment and WC, family bathroom with bath and shower attachment, downstairs wet room with double shower, downstairs WC
  • Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and coffee machine
  • Utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer and additional fridge/freezer
  • Drying room with wet suit hanging rail
  • Tessler electric car charging point
  • TV in lounge
  • Electric and central heating included
  • Highchair and Travel cot available
  • Off-road parking for 3 cars
  • Large enclosed rear garden and terrace area with garden furniture, BBQ and fire pit
  • Shops, pubs and beach all within walking distance
  • Arrival: 17:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Rachel Loosemore

This property is personally managed by Rachel.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 11 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Samantha 16th May 2026

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Our party consisted of family members from age 30-90 years old. We enjoyed our stay. The house is well equipped and has fabulous views. We understand there is some updating/ improvements planned soon. Im sure these will improve the areas that are looking a bit tired. Overall the house was comfortable & spacious , but the lounge area wasnt great. UnRead morecomfortable furniture and the TV was too small for the space. This was an issue for the older family members. Hide

Reviewed by Antony 3rd March 2026

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Caynham is a generous and comfortable house. We love it.

Reviewed by Sarah 3rd March 2026

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Caynham is a generous and comfortable house. We love it.

Reviewed by Roger 19th September 2025

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Just returned from a weeks holiday. It was brilliant. Everyone enjoyed it. Glorious views across the estuary from the house and oh so close to the beach. It was a very quiet and peaceful place with a beautiful beach and lots of sailing boats moored in the estuary.

Reviewed by David 25th July 2025

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Reviewed by Susan 6th June 2025

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Reviewed by Maureen 11th April 2025

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clean house with wonderful views and very comfortable and well equipped. We got very prompt help when we contacted Janet and Holiday Cottages. We needed to ask for help with the heating and the location of the 'secret drawer' in the kitchen- bbut as stated above that came very quickly on request.

Reviewed by Antony 7th February 2025

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Caynham is a delight offering excellent accommodation in a great location. We always feel really at home when we stay.

Reviewed by Russell 13th December 2024

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We come back every year and stay at Instow over Xmas /Summer. The Caynham has potential to be the best of them all. Large, airy, good size bedrooms/beds comfy, love kitchen/utility area BUT cleaning was average and general furniture needs a look at. I love pretty/quaint/homey but things gotta be useable- Few drawers/shelving in bedrooms, so you livRead moree out of your case, kitchen is awesome but you dont want to sit at table for long as so uncomfortable and sticky . Hunt the TV is a new game too! Odd! Hide

Reviewed by Carol 9th November 2024

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A luxurious place to host 3 generations of family for my mother's 90th birthday. We had 4 lovely days relaxing in the lounge and kitchen before walking into the village centre which is an easy walk from the the house. The bedrooms were spacious and comfortable. We were able to take advantage of the balcony on two afternoons, sitting out and watchinRead moreg the sun set over Appledore. Everyone enjoyed their stay and could thoroughly recommend staying here. Hide

Reviewed by Pat 26th July 2024

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Stunning views and lovely garden.

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