Title: Riverside Retreat - Luxury Cottages - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Riverside Retreat - Luxury Cottages Apartment in Bideford with kitchen and balcony ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83970000/83964100/83964085/9d43f885.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83970000/83964100/83964085/62ca0ecc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83970000/83964100/83964085/82493229.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83970000/83964100/83964085/ba879e1f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83970000/83964100/83964085/441c98f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location On the banks of River Torridge, this cottage offers an ever-changing riverside view and direct access to the water for kayaking or canoeing. The spacious open-plan living space features a kitchen with everything needed for family meals, a dining area with fantastic views of the garden and river, plus a lounge area where you can get cosy beside the fireplace. ### Entire apartment 3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 61076 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Barbecue grill - Washer - Parking available - Fireplace - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Riverside Retreat - Luxury Cottages At a glance Fantastic riverside location near Bideford and Great Torrington Spectacular river views that change with the tide from every room Direct access to the river from the garden for kayaking and canoeing About the property If you love to gaze at ever changing views, spot wildlife, listen to the sounds of nature and be out on the water, this cottage ticks all the boxes. Standing on the banks of the River Torridge, this is the perfect place for a group of friends or family to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Mesmerising views alter with the rise and fall of the river's tide and there is always something to see such as herons and egrets. If you're feeling adventurous and are confident, take to the river on a canoe or kayak (available, along with life jackets, to rent) – there's direct access to the water from the garden. Meanwhile, the towns of Bideford and Torrington are a short drive away and there's easy access to the Tarka Trail for country walks and cycling. The space On the ground floor there's an open-plan living space comprising the kitchen and dining room, with a lovely limestone floor and underfloor heating, plus the lounge. There are fantastic floor-to-ceiling windows with views over the garden and the river. The kitchen is equipped with everything to cater for family meals including a double oven, microwave, gas hob, fridge/freezer and a dishwasher. There's a breakfast bar with stools where guests can sit and chat as dinner is prepared, as well as an armchair for relaxing whilst admiring those views. Meanwhile, the dining table extends to seat everyone comfortably and there is direct access to the garden. In the lounge area there's sofa seating where you can get cosy and snuggle up beside the fireplace which has a log burner. There is a separate TV/Games Room with a sofa, chairs and a table, as well as a 55” flatscreen TV, Sky Box, DVD player, X-Box, Sonos sound system and a variety of games and DVDs. The house also has high-speed internet. Also on the ground floor is the utility room with a washing machine and tumble dryer, which has a shower room with WC off it. When it comes to the sleeping arrangements, there are three bedrooms on the first floor. There are two spacious master bedrooms at each end of the house, one has a king-size bed, a sofa bed, a private balcony with river views and an en-suite shower room. The other has a super-king-size and an en-suite with a bath and a shower over. There is also a smaller twin room with two single beds and an en-suite shower room. In addition, the sofa in the TV/Games Room converts to a bed suitable for two children, while on request the sofa in one of the master bedrooms can also be converted to sleep two more children. In the garden there is a terrace with patio furniture and a gas BBQ, as well as a lawned area. Guest access There is a key safe where you can access the key to the property for a self-check-in. Sustainability We plant a tree for every booking we make to help offset some of the carbon emissions generated by our stays. Keep in mind Check-in: from 16:30 Check-out: by 10:00 For safety reasons, please be aware that there is direct access to the river from the garden. Deposit: Bookings are subject to a non-refundable deposit of 30% of the booking value plus applicable booking fees with the balance payable 60 days before the date of travel. Accidental Damage Deposit: To maintain the highest standards in our properties, guests will need to pay a refundable Accidental Damage Deposit of £200 prior to their stay. An advance payment as detailed in the booking summary can be made to waive this requirement. House rules No smoking No parties and events Please keep noise to a minimum Up to 1 dog is permitted - fee displayed in your booking summary. Dogs are not allowed on the furniture or upstairs and, due to the neighbouring sheep, they must be kept under control at all times ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - DVD player - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total (up to 55 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Bicycles - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 1,076 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76560000/76555800/76555717/e024d898.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Converted barn with hot tub in north devon Barnstaple - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-20&endDate=2025-11-21&selected=76555717&PinnedHotelID=76555717&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34460000/34459400/34459364/33528c21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Moulton-Barrett Barn at High Park, Indoor Pool Devon - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.8 Exceptional 90 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-20&endDate=2025-11-21&selected=34459364&PinnedHotelID=34459364&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:30 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### 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 ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total (up to 55 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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 ### Property is also known as 607180 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.99058%2C-4.18196&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=WItCqB_380inHf2stwJhbMzUVsM=) Bideford, Devon #### What's nearby - Clovelly Village - 10 min drive - 8.1 km - The Big Sheep - 11 min drive - 8.8 km - RHS Garden Rosemoor - 11 min drive - 10.7 km - Instow Beach - 14 min drive - 11.8 km - Saunton Sands - 37 min drive - 35.8 km #### Getting around - Chapelton Station - 24 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive - ‪Bideford Station - ‬8 min drive - ‪Blacksmith's Arms - ‬8 min drive - ‪Mr Chips - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Spice - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Riverside Retreat - Luxury Cottages pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet. ### What time is check-in at Riverside Retreat - Luxury Cottages? > Check-in begins at 4:30 PM. ### What time is check-out at Riverside Retreat - Luxury Cottages? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Riverside Retreat - Luxury Cottages located? > Situated near the beach, this apartment building is within 6 mi (10 km) of The Burton Art Gallery and Museum, The Plough Arts Centre, and Clovelly Village. Atlantis Adventure Park and The Big Sheep are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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