This lovely, former fisherman's cottage sits in one of Appledore’s most popular locations and offers the most wonderful views over the beautiful Taw and Torridge Estuary. The village is famous for its colourful narrow streets lined with flowers, seafaring character and its delightful setting makes it a favourite haunt of artists, craftsmen and writers.
The property has been renovated to provide a stylish and comfortable holiday retreat and offers a mix of original character and contemporary style. Laid out over three floors much of the original character has been retained in the main part of the cottage whilst a rear extension offers a spacious and bright open-plan living area. The front door opens into the middle level with a dining room at the front of the cottage and the open-plan living room with Juliet balcony where you can enjoy the views. There is also a newly fitted, well-equipped kitchen/breakfast room are at the rear. Steep narrow stairs lead up to the first floor where you’ll find two attractive bedrooms (one with estuary views) and a family bathroom. A modern staircase leads down from the living room to the lower ground floor where the master en-suite bedroom has French doors to the rear courtyard which also has estuary views. Access to the courtyard garden is also available via separate door from the lower ground floor hallway.
The fully enclosed rear courtyard is a real gem with a raised decked area at the far end where you can experience the wonderful views and enjoy al fresco dining. The courtyard directly overlooks the estuary waters where the ebb and flow of the tide provides a wonderful backdrop as sailing boats from the nearby Instow Yacht club, fishing boats and motorboats criss-cross the water and the antics of seagulls and cormorants keep you amused.
A short walk from the property takes you down to the quay, a place very central to village life, with shops, pubs, restaurants and galleries all along this thoroughfare as well as in the quaint cobbled narrow streets leading off. In the summer, you can take the foot ferry across to Instow (or drive the 6 miles around) and discover a lovely sandy beach and access to the Tarka Trail, popular with walkers and cyclists. The popular surfing beach at Westward Ho! and Northam Burrows Park are both within 4 miles and great family attractions such as The Big Sheep and Milky Way are also 5 and 11 miles respectively. So whether you want to relax and unwind and simply enjoy the unique views and simple delights of this historic fishing village, or explore all that North Devon has to offer, this property is an ideal base no matter what the season.
- 2 bathrooms - 1 bathroom with a shower over the bath and WC, 1 en-suite shower room with WC
- Gas hob, electric oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher
- Washing machine and tumble dryer
- Welcome pack
- Stairgate, travel cot and highchair available
- Board games and books
- Two pets allowed
- Smart TVs, DVD player, sound bar, Bluetooth speakers
- Enclosed rear courtyard with decked area and garden furniture with sea views - please take care with children due to the low wall
- Unallocated public parking nearby
- Beach, pub and shop 0.2 miles
Host Terms & Conditions
The Travel Chapter Limited, trading as “holidaycottages·co·uk”, acts as agent for the property owner. Therefore, when you make a booking the contract is between you and the owner. Please note our terms and conditions will also apply when you make a booking. These can be found in the footer of our website, holidaycottages·co·uk.
Full travel and key collection instructions will be emailed directly to you upon receipt of full payment.
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About the area
Bideford
Located in Bideford, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at North Devon Coast and Woolacombe Beach. The Big Sheep and Clovelly Village are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Northam Burrows Country Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Instow Beach - 17 min walk - 1.3 km
North Devon Coast - 17 min drive - 8.1 km
Exmoor National Park - 53 min drive - 39.7 km
Getting around
Barnstaple Station - 25 min drive
Restaurants
Cafe du Parc - 7 min drive
Royal North Devon Golf Club - 5 min drive
The Boathouse - 11 min drive
The Glorious Oyster - 11 min drive
The Rose Salterne (Wetherspoon) - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 3 Bed in Appledore (oc-rockro) pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at 3 Bed in Appledore (oc-rockro)?
As of 7 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 3 Bed in Appledore (oc-rockro) on 15 August 2026 start from NZ$844, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at 3 Bed in Appledore (oc-rockro)?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 3 Bed in Appledore (oc-rockro)?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 3 Bed in Appledore (oc-rockro) located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of West Appledore and Northam Burrows Country Park. Instow Beach and South West Coast Path Section 7 Trailhead are also within 2 miles (3 km).