Fisherman’s cottage yards from beach, and with the Tarka Trail passing through the village, Bideford

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8.8

Excellent

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Parking available

Free WiFi

Washer

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Explore the area

Instow

Instow Beach2 min walk
Saunton Sands36 min drive
Croyde Bay Beach38 min drive
Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)79 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Fisherman’s cottage yards from beach, and with the Tarka Trail passing through the village, Bideford is within easy access. . Ground Floor:
Living room: TV, Sky, DVD Player
Dining room.
Kitchen: Gas Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Attachment, Toilet. Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Enclosed courtyard with sitting-out area and garden furniture. On road parking; public car park, 200 yards (£5 per day). No smoking. . A coastal holiday cottage, 100 yards from the beach. Just yards from Instow’s pretty beach, Midships is the perfect seaside holiday choice for a relaxing break with family or friends all year round. This delightful, terraced, fisherman’s cottage has a lovely rear courtyard garden, the perfect spot to enjoy a coffee whilst planning your day. With its long, flat promenade, golden sand and dunes, Instow offers something for everyone. The area is a must for water sports, sailing enthusiasts and fishermen, whilst walkers and cyclists will enjoy the famous Tarka Trail which passes through the village. Dining out is a real treat as Instow has an excellent selection of restaurants and cafés, many overlooking the estuary. There is also a renowned delicatessen/village shop where you can pick up some fantastic local produce. Bideford, 2 miles, offers town amenities and boat trips to Lundy Island, and for family fun, The Big Sheep and The Milky Way Adventure parks are close by. Golf, fishing and horse riding are all available locally. Shop 400 yards, pub and restaurant 50 yards.
Free WiFi

The stairs in this property are steep and narrow.
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.

Property manager

Cottages.com

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Golf view

Washer

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Microwave

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

This property accepts a maximum of 3 pet(s)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Bideford

Located in Bideford, this cottage is on a river. While the natural beauty of North Devon Coast and Saunton Sands can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Ilfracombe Harbour. The Big Sheep and Clovelly Village are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.

Instow

What's nearby

Instow Beach - 2 min walk
Clovelly Village - 9 min drive
Saunton Sands - 36 min drive
Croyde Bay Beach - 38 min drive
Woolacombe Beach - 47 min drive

Getting around

Barnstaple Station - 17 min drive

Restaurants

The Rose Salterne - 7 min drive
The New Inn Fremington - 5 min drive
Kingsley Inn - 7 min drive
Westleigh Inn - 3 min drive
Royal North Devon Golf Club - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fisherman’s cottage yards from beach, and with the Tarka Trail passing through the village, Bideford pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Fisherman’s cottage yards from beach, and with the Tarka Trail passing through the village, Bideford?

Self-parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Fisherman’s cottage yards from beach, and with the Tarka Trail passing through the village, Bideford?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fisherman’s cottage yards from beach, and with the Tarka Trail passing through the village, Bideford?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Fisherman’s cottage yards from beach, and with the Tarka Trail passing through the village, Bideford located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Instow Beach, South West Coast Path Section 7 Trailhead and South West Coast Path Section 6 Trailhead. West Appledore and Northam Burrows Country Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

8.8

Excellent

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Marci F.

27 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Instow cottage

Really liked the cottage. All clean and well presented. Very good welcome pack which we appreciated. We missed the no towels provided part, but Lucy came to the rescue. Very comfortable beds and beautiful linen, always a treat! Would suggest an update on the bathroom but the rest was as described. So close to the beach and handy for restaurants and pubs. Would definitely recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas G.

20 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet getaway

Lovely quiet place to stay, just around the corner from the sandy beach. Lots of space in this beautiful light and comfy cottage. Flowers, wine and a few bits made us feel very welcome. Plenty of places to walk on the doorstep. Would definitely return.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

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10/10 Excellent

Esther

26 October 2020

We loved Midships.

We loved Midships. A really comfortable stay, located 2 minutes walk from the beach and restaurants - literally across the road from the local pub. We had everything we needed - comfortable sofas, wifi and Sky TV. The cottage is cosy and warm. Parking was unrestricted at the time we visited and always spaces available. Others mentioned issues with the cottage bathroom. There is no shower curtain and you have to hold the shower head. There is plentiful hot water though, and good pressure. The bath is huge and luxurious! Our only suggestion would be to replace the feather pillows. The huge beds were really comfortable and each room had plenty storage space. We really enjoyed our stay and look forward to vising again. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo

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8/10 Good

Caroline

28 September 2020

Midships is a characterful cottage with everything I required for a late season stay in this testing

Midships is a characterful cottage with everything I required for a late season stay in this testing time of global pandemic. Overall it felt a little 'tired' and would probably benefit from a freshen up. That said it did not deter from my enjoyment. I have stayed in Instow 6 times and this cottage although not the best I've stayed in, was perfectably acceptable. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo

6/10 Okay

Barbara P.

25 September 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Perfect base for exploring North Devon.

A lovely week in Midships. Just a couple of negatives. Although property was very clean it smelled really damp and the walls in the dining area felt wet. There was no shower curtain and armchairs had seen better days. Overall a lovely location although parking very limited. The beds were very comfortable and property very spacious.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019