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Yeoldon Stables

Bideford (1mls N), Devon
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 3
5 star
Waterside views
Complex of properties
Enclosed garden / patio
Internet access
Games / Play facilities
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Beach within easy reach
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Pretty cottage a stones throw from the beautiful river Torridge, with games room and enclosed courtyard
  • Why not explore the stunning North Devon coastline along the South West Coastal Path
  • A selection of eateries, pubs and shops short drive away and the expansive sandy beaches at Instow,and Westward Ho!  are all a short drive away
  • New for Spring 2024, access to a tiered, gravelled area with picnic bench, small grassed lawn and stunning views of the estuary

 

Overview
Property code: YEOST

On the banks of the River Torridge, this stunning property provides a holiday with a twist. Ideally sized for small families or a group of close friends, your pack will be complete with your two dogs by your side. Wake up to fantastic views of the river and luxuriate in your private retreat. Surrounded by unspoilt natural beauty and with plenty of space and activities onsite, this property will appeal to all ages and will definitely receive the woof of approval from your canine companions too.

Sleeping five guests across three bedrooms (two doubles and one single), this property serves up plenty of space for everyone. Find a corner of your own or come together in the open-plan lounge/diner to watch a film or play a game of cards. For food lovers, the spacious modern kitchen will provide lots of room for creative feasts, and outside a private, enclosed patio and BBQ offers extra choice. Found in an unbeatable location, your dogs can explore the gardens of the main house with you where you can stroll along the riverbank or take a pew on the decking area which can be arranged with the owner directly. Also, outside, a superb games room with assorted table top games is free for you to use. Beautifully furnished, this property will be hard to leave but when you can tear yourself away, the surrounding area is home to activities and attractions aplenty.

Nestled between Appledore and Bideford, some of Devon’s most beautiful sights are in easy reach. Head 2 miles away to Westward Ho! beach where your dogs are free to play on the sand between October and April, and all year north of Sandymere. 2.5 miles away, Northam Burrows Country Park welcomes dogs on leads and is a fantastic spot for a walk amongst captivating scenery.

  • 3 bedrooms – 2 doubles and 1 single
  • 1 bathroom, en-suite shower room to the master, 1 downstairs WC
  • Games room with table tennis, pool table and table football
  • Electric oven, and hob, fridge, freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and Tassimo coffee machine
  • Smart TV/DVD, with TV/DVD in double bedroom
  • BBQ
  • Electric and central heating included
  • New for Spring 2024, access to a tiered, gravelled area with picnic bench, small grassed lawn and stunning views of the estuary
  • Parking for 2 cars
  • Beach 2 miles, shop and pub 1 mile
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 3 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £200 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £25. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

 

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 30 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Jodie 5th April 2024

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We all had a fantastic stay. The house was lovely and comfortable with everything you need. Would highly recommend staying. The hosts were amazing and we cant fault this stay at all

Reviewed by Leanne 1st April 2024

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Jo and Darren are the perfect hosts! We felt utterly spoiled on arrival - scones, clotted cream, fresh milk & Lindt choc bunnies. The cottage is v clean & so warm and cosy (if you prefer less heat, all radiators are adjustable). Everythng we needed was here & more - coffee, tea, wash-up liq, dishw tabs etc. Fantastic games room which was a deal breRead moreaker! Kids loved this! The cottage is in a great location - perfect for visits to The Big Sheep, Clovelly, Westward Ho, Appledore. Highly recommend! Hide

Reviewed by Barbara 21st December 2023

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Fabulous little place with everything you could need. Ideal for families, dogs, old(er) people!! This was a last minute decision to spend our Christmas there, the decorations were amazing both inside and out and the extra little touches kept appearing throughout our stay. Thank you Jo and Darren, hopefully we'll be back when there are more daylightRead more hours to take better advantages of the nearby walks and scenery Hide

Reviewed by Deborah 28th October 2023

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Reviewed by Julie 21st October 2023

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The perfect get away, on arrival we were welcomed by a beautiful vase of roses on the table, scones, jam and cream, a bottle of locally produced milk and every kind of tea you could think of. There were plenty of leaflets and books about North Devon, the children loved the games room and we all loved walking out of the door and immediately being onRead more the path along the river. It really is a home from home, Jo & Darren are there if needed and we would highly recommend a stay at The Stables. Hide

Reviewed by Jenny 22nd September 2023

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Well presented, cosy cottage. Plenty of space, with cloakroom, bathroom and ensuite. We arrived to a cream tea which was delicious and a supply of milk. Also a selection of teas and coffees to choose from. Ideally situated for North Devon and visiting Appledore is a must.

Reviewed by Maggie 9th September 2023

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A really lovely cottage, very well equipped and in a beautiful location. We were made very welcome and would highly recommend this for a holiday stay. Super new owners too, who made us most welcome!

Reviewed by Elaine 2nd September 2023

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We really enjoyed our visit to this cottage. Jo and Darren were very welcoming and helpful hosts and the cottage was well equipped, comfortable and relaxing. We also appreciated the milk, tea, etc., upon arrival and all the other nice touches. The platform/garden was' special' as it was by the river - good for an evening drink or lunchtime snack wiRead moreth a lovely view!. The patio area was good too and also kept the dog safe from wandering off. A lovely week but a shame it went by so quickly. Hide

Reviewed by Louise 26th August 2023

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An absolutely lovely cottage, very comfortable and very thoughtfully provisioned. The beds were all comfortable, all the amenities worked perfectly with hot water readily available. Jo and Darren could not have been better hosts, when we had a small issue with a blown light-bulb they sorted it out straight away. The location is not only beautiful bRead moreut incredibly convenient for families, within easy driving distance of The Big Sheep, The Milky Way, Appledore and Westward Ho!. Hide

Reviewed by Richard 19th August 2023

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Lovely location for sight seeing and relaxing

Reviewed by Karen 15th July 2023

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Reviewed by Christine 1st July 2023

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Definitely one of the best cottages we have stayed in - well decorated and comfy sofa and armchairs. Whilst it was just two of us and our Westie, it had plenty of room for a family of four or group of friends. Thanks too for the 'welcome' items of milk, tea/coffee sachets and biscuits, which was much appreciated. We also made good use of the platfoRead morerm and seats down by the river, which was a lovely spot to sit, enjoy the evening sunshine and watch life on the water. Happy to recommend. Hide

Reviewed by Elaine 26th June 2023

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Lovely cottage in good quiet location to visit north Devon. For walkers the coastal path is a min walk away. Very clean and safe for dogs though theyre not allowed on furniture or upstairs but they provide a gate for the stairs which as a great help. Back patio area completely safe nowhere for the dog to escape. Very clean inside. Double bedroom waRead mores rather warm as boiler room was underneath otherwise a very comfortable stay. Hide

Reviewed by Paul 14th June 2023

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Excellent cottage in good location. Walks to Appledore, Instow well worth doing with option of bus back

Reviewed by Diana 27th May 2023

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Very clean. Well presented. Smaller than we thought. Well located. Surrounding beaches all lovely and easy to get parking. The en suite is a bit claustrophobic as v small and no windows with tiny sink. I shared the family bathroom with the kids. If you have a dog, you have to walk round to the green across the road as the courtyard is fully paved. Read moreIn retrospect we would have been better served in the larger property next door which has a proper garden and nicer outlooks. Hide

Reviewed by jack 20th May 2023

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It was a lovely week for us, the actual accommodation could not be faulted, however it would have been nice to have a type of welcome pack that gives info on where the best places to eat are and local places of interest to visit. but in all fairness a very enjoyable week. P.s. Maybe a parasol in the back as a sunshade. Jack and Pat

Reviewed by Heather 7th May 2023

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The cottage is cosy and clean. The sofa could do with a upgrade as it was quite worn and stained. All in all the cottage is comfortable with a nice feel to it. The area is beautiful with lovely views over the estuary.

Reviewed by Gavin 22nd April 2023

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Master bedroom way to hot, as being above the combi boiler and there was no instructional pack telling you about the lodge. And no access to the games room as advertised which was very disappointing.

Reviewed by Mel 25th March 2023

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Lovely cottage clean and comfortable. Situated down a quiet lane next to the coastal path. We stayed just before the easter break and found the whole Bideford area very dog friendly. Due to the time of year many tourists areas were not fully open especially on Mondays and Tuesdays.

Reviewed by Chris 31st December 2022

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Reviewed by Lance 19th November 2022

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lovely cosy cottage, great location added bonus of games room if weather is bad.

Reviewed by Daniel 20th August 2022

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We had a great few days at the stables. The cottage itself has everything you would need. Its clean and tidy and easily enough space for four people. The games room was a winner with the kids and also have a safe room to store bikes. The location on the riverside was picturesque but is reasonably far from other amenities that you need a bike if youRead more dont have a car. You can walk to Westward Ho! Or Appledore but its a couple of miles to either. For cycling the tarka trial is a further Hide

Reviewed by Michelle 16th July 2022

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Reviewed by Denise 12th June 2022

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I would totally recommend the Stables. It was closed in and had everything thought out for our stay. It was our first holiday in 6 years and we throughly enjoyed it. Our dog had a great time too.. it is such a relaxing place to stay. It was clean and tidy yet still homely .

Reviewed by Chris 4th June 2022

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Reviewed by Alan 28th May 2022

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Lovely place, well equipped kitchen, comfy lounge with smart TV and decent WiFi. Bedrooms are a little on the small size but they've made great use of space.in this property overall. Probably not one for taller holiday makers though. It's more tucked away than we were expecting but it's a pleasant walk to Bideford if the weather is ok. Loved the gaRead moremes room. The yard is a sun trap all afternoon and into the evening. Hide

Reviewed by Mike 21st May 2022

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Very clean modern little cottage. Excellent location lovely walks on the door step and lovely enclosed courtyard

Reviewed by Karen 14th May 2022

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Well designed cottage with all the home comforts. The seating area by the river is an additional bonus. Close to the coastal path for scenic walks.

Reviewed by Elaine 23rd April 2022

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Lovely place to stay would love to come back one day. Again pity about the courtyard

Reviewed by Kris 9th April 2022

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A lovely cottage in a beautiful area with a good sized garden a short walk away. The children also loved the games room. There are also lots of walks on the doorstep and I recommend a visit to Appledore, which is about a 2 mile walk. The biggest negatives for me as a tall person were the hanging lights which are a big no no when the ceilings are alRead moreready low and both my wife and I found the bed uncomfortable due to the footboard. Hide

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