Title: 2 bedroom accommodation in Instow - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=4570&destination=Bideford%2C+England%2C+United+Kingdom&selected=32899241&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 2 bedroom accommodation in Instow ## Photo gallery for 2 bedroom accommodation in Instow ![Fishing - 2 bedroom accommodation in Instow (Instow)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32900000/32899300/32899241/6b8ff14c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - 2 bedroom accommodation in Instow (Instow)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32900000/32899300/32899241/31686ea8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - 2 bedroom accommodation in Instow (Instow)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32900000/32899300/32899241/7ae6545e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - 2 bedroom accommodation in Instow (Instow)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32900000/32899300/32899241/6b5be53f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - 2 bedroom accommodation in Instow (Instow)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32900000/32899300/32899241/e647c3dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Midships is a charming coastal cottage, nestled yards from Instow’s picturesque beach and the Tarka Trail. Unwind in the lovely rear courtyard garden, enjoy Sky TV and DVD player in the living room or take a short stroll to local restaurants, shops and pubs. ## Reviews 8.4 Very good ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 2 bedroom accommodation in Instow 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. Parking permit for 1 car included; additional public car park (400 yards), unloading at the door. 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. Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property. Free WiFi There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Self parking on site (surcharge) ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Freezer ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Fishing - Horseback riding nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Deluxe Apartment | Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50730000/50729400/50729318/0f974e43.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Westbeach Holiday Apartments Bideford - 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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 2 Bedroom Accommodation in Instow Bideford 2 Bedroom Accommodation in Instow Private vacation home 2 Bedroom Accommodation in Instow Private vacation home Bideford su-29152-29152 ## About the area Bideford is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at North Devon Coast and Exmoor National Park, while The Burton Art Gallery and Museum and Queen's Theatre are cultural highlights. The Big Sheep and Clovelly Village are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding. [Visit our Bideford travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Bideford.dx4570) [View more Cottages in Bideford](https://www.expedia.ca/Bideford-Cottages.d4570-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C51.05583%2C-4.18028&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=L0SMy_H9xjKMhm6ba_ahrW4wPJg=) Instow ### What's nearby - ![Croyde which includes landscape views, a beach and rugged coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182503/1282db74-a9e5-421d-a167-a34ae5207936.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) North Devon Coast 10 min drive \- 8.7 km - Instow Beach 1 min walk \- 0.2 km - South West Coast Path Section 7 Trailhead 11 min walk \- 0.9 km - South West Coast Path Section 6 Trailhead 11 min walk \- 0.9 km - West Appledore 19 min walk \- 1.5 km ### Getting around - Barnstaple Station 17 min drive ### Restaurants - Cafe du Parc 7 min drive - The Boathouse 1 min walk - The Glorious Oyster 3 min walk - Royal North Devon Golf Club 9 min drive - The Rose Salterne (Wetherspoon) 7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 2 bedroom accommodation in Instow pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at 2 bedroom accommodation in Instow? ### What time is check-out at 2 bedroom accommodation in Instow? ### Where is 2 bedroom accommodation in Instow located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 2 bedroom accommodation in Instow Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location ## Reviews From a partner site ### 8/10 Good #### Andrew Jul 5, 2025 #### Fantastic location great for dog walks on the beach and Tarka trail. Fantastic location great for dog walks on the beach and Tarka trail. We had a lovely week in Instow great food at The Boathouse and from Benjis Box down at the Cricket Club.Only small improvement would be the cooker in the house bit tired and in need of replacement. ##### Andrew Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marci F. Jun 27, 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. ##### Marci F. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicholas G. Jun 20, 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. ##### Nicholas G. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Esther Oct 26, 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 ##### Esther From a partner site ### 8/10 Good #### Caroline Sep 28, 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 ##### Caroline Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Barbara P. Sep 25, 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. ##### Barbara P. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019 From a partner site ### 8/10 Good #### Laura Aug 15, 2019 #### Midships is ideally located for Instow beach - just over the road. Midships is ideally located for Instow beach - just over the road. Midships overall is clean, comfortable and perfectly located. It does however need a bathroom refit. The bathroom, although clean, is old and not of the standard expected for the price paid. ##### Laura ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [The Royal George](https://www.expedia.ca/Bideford-Hotels-The-Royal-George.h73272901.Hotel-Information) > - [Motts Cottage](https://www.expedia.ca/Dunmow-Hotels-Motts-Cottage.h6119394.Hotel-Information) > - [The Beach House](https://www.expedia.ca/Newquay-Hotels-The-Beach-House.h26990072.Hotel-Information) > - [Clifton Park Hotel - Exclusive to Adults](https://www.expedia.ca/Lytham-St-Annes-Hotels-Clifton-Park-Hotel.h2301929.Hotel-Information) > - [The Clock Tower](https://www.expedia.ca/Daventry-Hotels-The-Clock-Tower.h22331770.Hotel-Information) > - [The Castle Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Harrogate-Hotels-The-Castle-Inn.h22881785.Hotel-Information) > - [Greenhill Farm Barn B&B](https://www.expedia.ca/Banbury-Hotels-Greenhill-Farm-Barn-BB.h30105240.Hotel-Information) > - [Boscombe Spa Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Bournemouth-Hotels-Boscombe-Spa-Hotel.h4537063.Hotel-Information) > - [Luxury Beach House Rental with Hot Tub, 30 meters to Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Looe-Hotels-Luxury-Beach-House-Rental-With-Hot-Tub.h27313935.Hotel-Information) > - [Wheal Tor](https://www.expedia.ca/Liskeard-Hotels-Wheal-Tor.h901037.Hotel-Information) > - [The Evenlode Rooms at Firehouse Oxford](https://www.expedia.ca/Witney-Hotels-The-Evenlode.h41258809.Hotel-Information) > - [Buckland Brewer COB Barn 2 Bedrooms](https://www.expedia.ca/Bideford-Hotels-Buckland-Brewer-COB-Barn-2-Bedrooms.h27423681.Hotel-Information) > - [Hall Farm Hotel & Restaurant](https://www.expedia.ca/Grimsby-Hotels-Hall-Farm-Hotel-Restaurant.h19132510.Hotel-Information) > - [The Ravensbourne Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Bournemouth-Hotels-The-Ravensbourne-Hotel.h11670159.Hotel-Information) > - [The Coach House](https://www.expedia.ca/Newcastle-Upon-Tyne-Hotels-The-Coach-House.h113925327.Hotel-Information) > - [The Greyhound Inn Aldbury](https://www.expedia.ca/Tring-Hotels-The-Greyhound-Inn-Aldbury.h4253085.Hotel-Information) > - [Cliveden House](https://www.expedia.ca/Maidenhead-Hotels-Cliveden.h518646.Hotel-Information) > - [The Sun Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Windermere-Hotels-The-Sun-Inn.h104452889.Hotel-Information) > - [Ivy Cottage - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms](https://www.expedia.ca/Hunstanton-Hotels-Ivy-Cottage-Sleeps-6-Guests-In-3-Bedrooms.h113380581.Hotel-Information) > - [The Hawkley Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Liss-Hotels-The-Hawkley-Inn.h4383820.Hotel-Information) > - [The Feathered Nest Country Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Chipping-Norton-Hotels-The-Feathered-Nest.h44085381.Hotel-Information) > - [Stonehenge Courtyard](https://www.expedia.ca/Stonehenge-Courtyard.h97558122.Hotel-Information) > - [The Greyhound Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Wantage-Hotels-The-Greyhound-Inn.h2295713.Hotel-Information) > - [Southern Cross Guest House](https://www.expedia.ca/Sidmouth-Hotels-Southern-Cross-Guest-House.h3968950.Hotel-Information) > - [Cowley Manor Experimental](https://www.expedia.ca/Cheltenham-Hotels-Cowley-Manor.h1662540.Hotel-Information) > - [Banbury Wroxton House Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Banbury-Hotels-Banbury-Wroxton-House-Hotel.h14743.Hotel-Information) > - [The Redlands](https://www.expedia.ca/Birmingham-Hotels-The-Redlands.h3504305.Hotel-Information) > - [The Telford Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Telford-Hotels-Telford-Hotel-Golf-Resort.h18485.Hotel-Information) > - [Romantic Cosy Cottage ❤️ Close to Beach ★ Large Garden ★ Pet Friendly ★ Parking](https://www.expedia.ca/Mablethorpe-Hotels-The-Beach-House-Close-To-Attractions-Parking-Large-Garden-Pet-Friendly.h18768516.Hotel-Information)