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Instow, near Bideford
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Self Catering Holiday Cottages in Bideford

Bideford is a charming market town with a history of welcoming visitors that pre-dates the Domesday Book and a picturesque location beside the River Torridge that is ideal for a self-catering holiday in Devon. Although the town’s past is somewhat chequered (three of its residents were the last known women to be hanged as witches in England) it is now peaceful and beautiful with a good choice of holiday cottages to rent and plenty of appeal to attract 21st Century guests. Read more

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51.055038, -4.180697

This spacious, first-floor apartment has uninterrupted views over Instow beach and estuary. It comfortably sleeps up to five people in three lovely bedrooms, with a layout that works for families and friends. Westward Ho! and Exmoor National Park are only a few miles away, and there are endless miles of footpaths and cycling routes including the South West Coast Path and Tarka Trail. Surfing, sailing, swimming, horse riding, golf and fishing are all favourite activities, with local attractions including The Big Sheep, RHS Rosemoor and Hartland Abbey. 

Weekly guide price:
£560 to £1395
Short breaks from £80 per night

5  |   3  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

50.93453236501251, -4.520166186738247

Relax and explore with a stay in our beautifully converted stone barn nestled in nature by the Cornish coast. Guests are invited to explore our 4 acre grounds (including meadows, wild gardens, orchards and woodland), and with a leather goods studio on site, the village pub and pottery just 200 metres away. With beaches, surfing spots and endless nature walks on the doorstep, there is much on offer to make your stay special. We are dog and family friendly and cannot wait to welcome you!

Weekly guide price:
£945 to £1155
Short breaks from £135 per night

4  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 4 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

50.986888, -4.475385

"Escape to serenity, Indulge in Comfort!" As seen on Mortimer and Whitehouse Gone fishing and Escape to the country.  Picture the tranquillity of staying in a Double Decker bus, parked in a beautify paddock with free roaming Alpacas and Donkeys near ponds with a stream running past! Then welcome to Fosfelle.

Weekly guide price:
£900 to £1020
Short breaks from £150 per night

5  |   2  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

50.986888, -4.475385

Rowan is a comfortable 3 bed roomed property which sleeps 6. Down stairs is open plan, with wit kitchen diner and Sitting area complete with sofa bed and a downstairs toilet. Upstairs there is an on suite master with king size bed, a double bed and a twin room with separate bathroom.  there is a small enclosed outside seating area adjacent to the larger garden and parking area.

Weekly guide price:
£900 to £1400
Short breaks from £150 per night

6  |   3  |   3+  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

50.984097, -4.356979

Woodpecker Cottage is a wonderful holiday cottage for couples or families who want to be close to the South West Coast Path and the famous beaches of North Devon. The two-bedroom cottage sleeps four people and is beautifully presented, featuring a log burner in the living room, patio, and no immediate neighbours. It's in the village of Bucks Cross, in an Area of Outstanding of Natural Beauty and within walking distance of the village shop. Bideford, Barnstaple and Bucks Mills are all within easy reach, as are Westward Ho!, The Big Sheep, and The Milky Way Adventure Park. Pls note: Bookings run Friday to Friday (7 days) or Monday to Friday for weekend and mid-weekshort breaks.

Weekly guide price:
£425 to £950
Short breaks from £95 per night

4  |   2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

51.027252, -4.202954

This welcoming holiday home has superb views of the Torridge Estuary and direct access to the South West Coast Path. It's close to beautiful beaches like Westward Ho! and Instow, and within walking distance of Bideford's town centre with its heritage trail, shops, cafes and pubs. The location is ideal for exploring North Devon, Exmoor and Dartmoor. Local attractions include the Milky Way Adventure Park and The Big Sheep, with lots of opportunities for sailing, paddle-boarding, kayaking, fishing, cycling, and golf. Tidal Reach sleeps up to five people in three bedrooms and has a flexible layout to suit couples, families and friends.

Weekly guide price:
£490 to £1200
Short breaks from £54 per night

5  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

51.059562, -4.194614

Just a stone's throw from the beach - listen to the sound of the waves lapping up the slipway in this delightful cottage.  Catboat Cottage is a gorgeous 200-year-old holiday home, a short stroll from pubs, cafés and shops. The former fisherman's cottage is on one of the oldest streets in Appledore and the South West Coastal path goes past the front door. Sleeping eight guests in four bedrooms, it has loads of family-friendly touches that make it especially popular with families and groups.  Lovingly restored to provide all the modern conveniences that make a holiday home special. Its many original period features add to its charm, character and cosiness. Highlights... Only seconds from the beach 4 individually styled bedrooms, one on the ground floor 3 bathrooms including one en suite Well-equipped kitchen and separate dining room Enclosed south-facing garden Located in the heart of the village - within easy walking distance to the shops, cafes, restaurants and pubs Dog friendly Sleeps up to 8 plus an infant   Appledore is so much more than just a traditional bucket and spade destination. ​The local area is renowned as a haven for creativity.  ​Numerous independent galleries and artisan workshops offer a wonderfully eclectic mix of arts and crafts. ​Some artists exhibit in shops and markets, others have open studios in their own front room. ​In addition to the wonderful cafés and delicatessen, you also have choice of individual shops ranging from antiques, gifts and clothing to hand-made chocolates.  Winding narrow lanes adorned with quaint fisherman's cottages pair with lovely views across to Instow, making the historic village so unique. They say the best things come in small packages and Appledore is a perfect example. Whatever your passions, there’s always something to appeal in this delightful coastal village. A perfect location for a relaxing holiday in North Devon, where local attractions include The Big Sheep and RHS Rosemoor and spectacular beaches, rolling countryside, and miles of footpaths and cycling routes. Who doesn't love a holiday by the coast? PARKING: Due to the age of the cottages in Irsha Street, there is no on-site parking. However, residents can load/unload shopping and passengers outside before parking.Free on-street parking can be found nearby (25 yds away), linked by a small public footpath adjacent to the cottage. 3 Pay & Display car parks - 2 are 160 yards away, the 3rd is 800 yards away. All offer hourly, daily and weekly parking or you can purchase a tourist permit online. (This can be used in other Torridge district car parks). Please contact me for prices.The Quay car park offers parking free of charge 6pm-8am. Blue Badge holder bays are available as well as charging facilities for electric vehicles.

Weekly guide price:
£895 to £1495
Short breaks from £320 per night

8  |   4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 2 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

50.975521, -4.170129

Weare Cottage is a beautiful, clean and spacious, family friendly cottage. Tucked away in a quiet village with a dining pub at the end of the lane and just a short 15 min drive to the stunning coastline and long sandy beaches of North Devon, there's plenty to do in the area for all ages. The traffic-free Tarka Cycling Trail runs alongside the village leading you to the coast. Bideford, Torrington, Appledore and Instow are all nearby for shopping, eating out and sightseeing.

Weekly guide price:
£750 to £1895
Short breaks from £145 per night

6  |   3  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

50.980259, -4.270763

Beautifully, fully renovated cottage with sitting room, kitchen dinning area, 1 bedroom and en-suite bathroom. Enclosed garden 

Weekly guide price:
£425 to £925
Short breaks from £100 per night

2  |   1  |   2  |   Enquire  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

50.980259, -4.270763

This quiet holiday cottage is part of the owner's estate, with space for three people to sleep in two bedrooms. Little Yeo is within easy reach of Westward Ho! and just over two miles from the South West Coast Path. It is welcoming and comfortable, with a large garden and a lovely sitting room with a log burner. It's ideal for a relaxing break in any season and the layout suits couples, solo travellers or small families. Clovelly, Barnstaple, Exmoor National Park, Arlington Court and RHS Rosemoor are just a few of many choices for days out. 

Weekly guide price:
£450 to £975
Short breaks from £105 per night

3  |   2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

51.002225, -4.441344

"Barley Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. The village of Hartland, whose parish includes the hamlet of Stoke to the west and the village of Meddon in the south, is the most northwesterly settlement in the county of Devon, England. The town of Hartland is remote and hosts many craft...

Prices from £105 per night

2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


50.967487, -4.293891

"Woodland Roost" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Straddling the Torridge estuary, the quaint bustling town of Bideford boasts a medieval bridge, town quay, quaint pannier market and vibrant shopping area - all well worth a visit. For the more active, several major surfing beaches, golf...

Prices from £120 per night

2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


50.967487, -4.293891

"Hedgehog Hideaway" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Parkham nestles in a tranquil North Devon valley, three miles from the dramatic coastline around Barnstaple Bay and a ten minute drive from the picturesque fishing village of Clovelly, famous for working donkeys, smuggling stories and ancient...

Prices from £111 per night

2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


51.002225, -4.441344

"Shipload Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. The bustling village of Hartland, with its nearby colourful quay and lighthouse, provides visitors with a wide selection of amenities, including an interesting craft shop, good pubs and several great places to eat. Just one mile out of the...

Prices from £122 per night

4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


50.950032, -4.424974

"Stonewood Lodge" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Woolsery is a small village situated in the heart of North Devon, with a local shop and pub. There is also an independently owned cake shop called The Little Pantry. All Hallows’ Church is a beautiful parish church and a Grade 1 British Listed...

Prices from £146 per night

4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


51.044859, -4.208699

"Blackbird Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Northam is a small village with a restaurant, pub, takeaway and small supermarket and lies on the hill above the lively village of Westward Ho! Westward Ho! has a two mile long glorious sandy beach, an excellent selection of cafes, bars and...

Prices from £146 per night

4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


51.024400, -4.244900

"2 Bed Cottage in Bideford" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 2 bedrooms – 1 double and 1 twin zip-and-link that can be made into a super king-size on request - 2 en-suite shower rooms - Electric oven...

Prices from £289 per night

4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


50.970271, -4.219656

"Monkleigh Mill" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. North Devon's Bideford is a historic port city located on the River Torridge. Bideford has been home to a town for more than a thousand years, and it has always been a significant port. Today, Bideford is a flourishing community with a nice...

Prices from £217 per night

4  |   2  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes


51.046719, -4.200659

"Harley's Hideaway" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Where the Taw and Torridge rivers meet, sits the delightful quayside village of Appledore, next to the River Torridge. Appledore boasts a small but great range of shops, pubs, guesthouses and art galleries. A thriving fishing and trading...

Prices from £184 per night

4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


51.040181, -4.195670

"The Mooring" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Devon. Northam is a small village with a restaurant, pub, takeaway and small supermarket and lies on the hill above the lively village of Westward Ho! Westward Ho! has a two mile long glorious sandy beach, an excellent selection of cafes, bars and...

Prices from £271 per night

6  |   4  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


51.052600, -4.192000

"2 Bed Cottage in Bideford" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 2 bedrooms: 1 double and 1 twin - Smart TV - Oven, electric hob, fridge, small washing machine and microwave - Shower room downstairs, with...

Prices from £175 per night

4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


51.031500, -4.246150

"2 Bed Lodge in Bideford" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 2 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 zip-and-link twin (which can be made up as a super king-size on request) - 1 family shower room with WC...

Prices from £220 per night

4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


50.944010, -4.253439

"Beech Lodge" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Book a break in Beech Lodge and you’ll be booking a week of relaxation. The local area has lots to offer too.. All on the Ground Floor: Living/dining room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player, Electric...

Prices from £166 per night

2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


51.053300, -4.191800

"2 Bed Cottage in Bideford" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - Sleeps 2 + 2 - 2 bedrooms - 1 double and 1 bunk bedroom - 1 wet room with shower and WC - Electric oven and induction hob, microwave,...

Prices from £130 per night

2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


51.016287, -4.212824

"6 Milton Place" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Devon. Bideford is a historic seaside town in North Devon, situated on the River Torridge. Bideford is a vibrant town with a diverse range of businesses including boutiques, cafés and restaurants, a park, and the Atlantic Village Outlet Shopping...

Prices from £296 per night

6  |   3  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


50.944010, -4.253439

"Granny Bond's Farmhouse" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Devon. You won’t be shaken nor stirred at Granny Bond’s Farmhouse; you’ll be rested, relaxed, refreshed and more than ready for your Devonshire mission.. 1 step to entrance. Ground Floor: Living room: Freeview TV,...

Prices from £229 per night

6  |   3  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


51.027252, -4.202954

"Tidal Reach" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Devon. Tidal Reach is a stunning riverside holiday cottage in Bideford. In recent years it has been refurbished to a high standard and is perfect for couples as well as being very family-friendly with space for five people to sleep in...

Prices from £105 per night

5  |   3  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


50.967642, -4.296798

"Bumblebee Meadows" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Devon. Straddling the Torridge estuary, the quaint bustling town of Bideford boasts a medieval bridge, town quay, quaint pannier market and vibrant shopping area - all well worth a visit. For the more active, several major surfing beaches, golf...

Prices from £147 per night

5  |   3  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


50.998540, -4.269706

"The Old Barn" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Devon. Grade II listed rustic, perhaps quirky barn conversion is traditionally furnished and is perfect for families of all ages and is just a couple of miles from the beach.. 1 step to entrance. Ground Floor: Living/dining...

Prices from £190 per night

8  |   4  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


51.051300, -4.193630

"The Boathouse" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Devon. With a roof terrace and views over the Taw/Torridge estuary, this quirky property lies close to the quayside, about 2½ miles from Westward Ho! beach. Complete with games room and parking.. Lower Ground Floor: Games...

Prices from £368 per night

6  |   3  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


50.967487, -4.293891

"Ladybird Rest" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Devon. Straddling the Torridge estuary, the quaint bustling town of Bideford boasts a medieval bridge, town quay, quaint pannier market and vibrant shopping area - all well worth a visit. For the more active, several major surfing beaches, golf...

Prices from £147 per night

5  |   3  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


50.986749, -4.356635

"I C Lundy Too" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. The picturesque fishing village of Clovelly occupies a secluded, cliffside position and attracts visitors from the world over. A pedestrianised, cobbled street winds its way down the hillside passing the colourful gardens that characterise the...

Prices from £104 per night

4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


51.053833, -4.191930

"Honeymoon Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 3 guests in Devon. The charming quayside village of Appledore is located close to the River Torridge where the Taw and Torridge rivers converge. A limited but excellent selection of stores, taverns, inns, and art galleries can be found in Appledore. Appledore has...

Prices from £312 per night

3  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


50.986900, -4.271000

"2 Bed Cottage in Bideford" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 2 bedrooms: 1 king-size, 1 twin - 1 bathroom with bath, shower over bath and WC, 1 en-suite shower room with WC to twin room - TV/Blu-ray...

Prices from £245 per night

4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


Holidays in Bideford

One of Bideford’s historic landmarks is the bridge crossing the River Torridge. Those with a strong sense of order may find it strange that such a well-constructed bridge should have uneven spaces between each arch, but the reason is simple: the bridge was originally built from oak and the gap was dictated by the length of the beam. As the town prospered, the bridge was gradually rebuilt in stone to be the elegant structure that stands proudly over the river today.

Shopping in Bideford is a treat, especially when you can refuel at one of the friendly cafes and pubs. Our cottages in Bideford are all well-equipped for self-catering and the Pannier Market is a great place to source local ingredients to cook a delicious meal. Bideford’s high street is a lovely place to happily browse for antiques, homewares, specialist books and trinkets.

Local attractions include The Big Sheep, the Ultimate Adventure Centre, Hartland Abbey and Gardens, the Cobbaton Combat Collection and the Bideford Railway Heritage Centre. There is plenty of choice for a fun day out for everyone, including local golf courses that welcome visitors, and riding stables where you can book a guided trek through the countryside.

Bideford is handy for the coast with Instow, Ilfracombe and Westward Ho! beaches only a few miles away. Lundy Island is another top choice for a day trip, with boats leaving from Ilfracombe and taking around two hours. Walking through such beautiful countryside is a huge attraction for many visitors to the area. As well as the South West Coast Path, there are routes around Chudleigh Fort and Torridge Ships & Ship Building. The Torridge Tarka Trail is an easy three-mile route between Bideford and Instow with the option to use the regular bus service on the way home if you do not fancy walking in both directions.

Cycling is a favourite way to explore and visitors can hire bikes either in Bideford or nearby Torrington. The traffic-free Tarka Trail stretches for 180 miles through the beautiful Devon landscape and is used by both walkers and cyclists. Exmoor National Park is a short drive from Bideford while Dartmoor is accessible in well under an hour, opening up countless miles more countryside & glorious scenery to enjoy.

Other places to visit include Barnstaple, Croyde, Clovelly, Bude and Tintagel. Sailing, surfing, fishing, golf, horse riding, cycling and hiking are all popular activities, or you could come for one of the region’s numerous annual festivals and celebrations. Bideford is the sort of place that appeals to everyone whether you love fancy restaurants or prefer cooking sausages on a campfire overlooking the beach. It is perfect in every season and has good road links that make it accessible for a short break as well as a longer holiday.