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Instow period cottage, sleeps 6, close to beach, dog friendly

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An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a house in the background. - Instow period cottage, sleeps 6, close to beach, dog friendly (Bideford)
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a clock on the wall. - Instow period cottage, sleeps 6, close to beach, dog friendly (Bideford)
A cozy room with a checkered sofa, a red ottoman, a lamp, and a window with a view of greenery. - Instow period cottage, sleeps 6, close to beach, dog friendly (Bideford)
A cozy attic bedroom with two beds, a skylight, a heart-shaped decoration, and a 'LOVE' sign on the wall. - Instow period cottage, sleeps 6, close to beach, dog friendly (Bideford)
A wooden arbor with a stone pathway leading to a building with a white door and windows. - Instow period cottage, sleeps 6, close to beach, dog friendly (Bideford)
Instow period cottage, sleeps 6, close to beach, dog friendly provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Instow period cottage, sleeps 6, close to beach, dog friendly


  • Nanny’s Cottage is a privately run spacious and beautifully decorated cottage in a private lane near to the beach. Accommodation comprises of two double bedrooms (kingsize beds), 1 twin room, 1 en-suite shower room, family bathroom, a spacious lounge with a gas woodburner style stove for cosy winter nights and dining area opening out onto patio and gorgeous south facing contained cottage garden. The garden offers furniture and BBQ. The cottage has free Wifi, books, DVDs and games. All linen and towels are provided with exception of beach towels. For our younger guests we have a high chair, cot, booster seats and stair gates. The beach is just two minutes walk away and a windbreak and other beach toys can be found in the summer house.

    Free permit parking for one car is available, a 10 minute walk away.

    We allow two medium sized dogs over one year old. A dog cage is available if required along with doggy hair dryer after a hose down outside. Instow is a favourite destination for dog walkers and most local hospitality is dog friendly.

    Instow is a picturesque village situated on the estuary where the rivers Taw and Torridge meet. It commands panoramic views of the estuary and Appledore, the sea and the surrounding countryside. There are a number of excellent pubs and restaurants within walking distance - The Quay, Instow Arms, The Boathouse, The Commodore and the Wayfarer. The village has a very well stocked deli shop (Johns) and Post Office on Marine Parade just around the corner from the cottage. The Tarka Trail passes through Instow where you can explore the area on foot or by bike. This section of the Trail is also part of the South West Coastal Path offering longer walks along the coast.

    The cottage is an ideal base for exploring North Devon with highlights such as the popular water sports beach at Croyde, Saunton Sands, Putsborough Beach, Woolacombe Beach, Westward Ho! Peppercombe Beach and the picturesque fishing village of Clovelly.

    Upon receipt of booking information Pre-Arrival Notes are sent to you to help you plan your stay and make bookings at our local fabulous restaurants and leisure facilities.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Located in Bideford, this cottage is in a rural area. Arlington Court and Chambercombe Manor are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Pannier Market and Pannier Market. Traveling with kids? Consider Bideford Railway Heritage Centre and The Big Sheep. Visit our Bideford travel guide
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Bideford, England

What's nearby

  • A boat on a sandy beach with a person standing beside it.
    Saunton Sands
    60 min drive - 34.0 km
  • Instow Beach
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • West Appledore
    14 min walk - 1.1 km
  • South West Coast Path Section 7 Trailhead
    7 min drive - 2.1 km
  • South West Coast Path Section 6 Trailhead
    7 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Barnstaple Station
    16 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Rose Salterne (Wetherspoon)
    6 min drive
  • White Hart
    6 min drive
  • The Boathouse
    7 min walk
  • The Glorious Oyster
    11 min walk
  • Sylvesters
    15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Instow period cottage, sleeps 6, close to beach, dog friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Instow period cottage, sleeps 6, close to beach, dog friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Instow period cottage, sleeps 6, close to beach, dog friendly?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Instow period cottage, sleeps 6, close to beach, dog friendly located?

This family-friendly Bideford cottage is located in a rural location, within 1 mi (2 km) of Instow Beach, West Appledore, and South West Coast Path Section 7 Trailhead. South West Coast Path Section 6 Trailhead and Northam Burrows Country Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Instow period cottage, sleeps 6, close to beach, dog friendly Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, great cottage ,the decor was excellent, beds very comfortable, kitchen well equipped, beautiful garden , only a sort walk to the pubs and restaurants , great food ,love johns Deli , we had a relaxing stay enjoyed every minute of it. Will be back couldn’t fault it , you got a little gem there Karen ,thank you for a great stay .
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful location, lovely property

We had a lovely stay in Instow. The property is a very short walk from the beach and the town was really lovely. All communication with hosts was clear and friendly. Property was exactly as described and perfect for our needs (3 generations and a small dog!). Would definitely recommend or return ourselves.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

One of our favourites

We had been to this cottage last year, we love the fact that it is so close to the beach, restaurants, and Johns deli. The garden is wonderful and was perfect for our two dogs, the cottage has a good flow, it has all the tools needed for cooking meals and has heating as required, Instow and this cottage is one of our favourite places. Not forgetting our new host Karen who responded to our requests with a friendly attitude and a can do approach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully presented and tasteful cottage - super location- parking as described and not too inconvenient- good WiFi and fully equipped- great bedrooms and bathroom- no grass outside and close proximity to other properties mean need to be conscious of neighbours. Close to very dog friendly beach - would certainly book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house in a wonderful location. Really good hosts. Easy communication throughout booking and the stay. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family short break

We had a great time. Nanny’s Cottage is a real gem. So lovely and had absolutely everything we needed. We rly enjoyed our time there x
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely cottage

Excellent property. close to beach
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Holiday

It was perfect, cottage beautiful, beech and cottage dog friendly, everything we needed!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliant cottage, really well stocked with everything we needed for our holiday. Really homely and comfortable. Fantastic location, just perfect. Would definitely consider returning.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed our stay, thank you! The cottage was very clean, beds comfy and lovely white, fluffy towels. We were very impressed with how well equipped the cottage is. Managed to get parked on new road every day so this wasnt an issue for us.Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Instow

Ideal for our stay in Instow.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nanny cottage

The property was as described online. Had everthing we needed for a pleasant stay. The garden was a secure place for our dog. It was in a good location near beach and handy for the local pubs and cafes.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spacious cottage, even nicer than the photos. It is really well equipped with a great patio garden. A sun trap to dine out in in good weather. Very helpful owner and good communication. A lot of love and care has gone into making this a really pleasant place to stay, and a fab location minutes from a dog friendly beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cottage, shame about the weather

Weather could have been kinder for half term. But really good cottage in great location. Lots to do. Our fourth visit since 2017!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property with a good garden, perfect for my family and 2 dogs. A good size which was needed for 4 adults, 2 children and 2 dogs! Just one thing the loo in the en-suite makes a terrible noise when flushed, but everything else was perfect. The beach was dog friendly and the cottage was a good base for visiting Devon.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025