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
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.
Families love the amenities at Robin Hill Farm, where all six holiday cottages have been awarded 4-Stars for their standard of self-catering accommodation. Puffin Cottage sleeps six people in three bedrooms with a west-facing garden. Guests can use the onsite play area, huge games room, and indoor swimming pool, with 14 acres of fields and farmland between them and the nearest neighbour. Bideford is only two miles away and you're 10-12 minutes from Peppercombe Beach and Westward Ho! Cottages can be booked together for holidays with extended family and friends, depending on availability. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
With space for six people to sleep in three bedrooms and an onsite indoor pool, games room and play area, Heron Cottage is a popular family holiday home in North Devon. It's on Robin Hill Farm, two miles from Bideford and a short drive from Peppercombe Beach and Westward Ho!, offering a delicious blend of coast and countryside. Throw in proximity to favourite family-friendly attractions like The BIG Sheep and The Milky Way Adventure Park and verified 4-Star standard self-catering accommodation, and you won't be surprised to learn that guests of Heron Cottage make a stay here an annual highlight. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
Gull Cottage is a family-friendly holiday home on Robin Hill Farm, two miles from Bideford and ten minutes from Westward Ho! It is a charming barn conversion with a modern kitchen for self-catering, panoramic rural views, and space for six people to sleep in three bedrooms. As well as their private garden, guests enjoy using the farm's indoor swimming pool, games room, children's playground, and a dog-exercise area. There are scenic walks from the cottage through the surrounding countryside to the coast, and you can access the 180-mile Tarka Trail nearby. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
Wren Cottage sleeps four people in two bedrooms with features that make it child and pet-friendly. It's one of six 4-Star holiday homes on the family-run Robin Hill Farm, two miles from Bideford and within ten minutes of Westward Ho! and the North Devon Coastline. Guests love onsite facilities, including an indoor swimming pool, huge games room, children's play area and dog exercise field. There are scenic rural walks from the door, with more in the surrounding area, including along the traffic-free Tarka Trail. The kitchen is well-equipped for a self-catering holiday for couples, family or friends. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
Swallow Cottage is on the first floor of a converted hay barn on the family-run Robin Hill Farm. The self-catering holiday home sleeps four people in two bedrooms, has a private garden, and far-reaching rural views. The layout suits couples and families, with guests loving the onsite facilities, including a children's playground, a huge games room, and a heated indoor swimming pool. Robin Hill Farm is two miles from Bideford and a ten-minute drive from Westward Ho! and the South West Coast Path. North Devon has excellent attractions, lots of walks, the traffic-free Tarka Trail, market towns, and picturesque villages. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
Kingfisher is on the ground floor of a converted hay barn on Robin Hill Farm. Two miles from Bideford and a ten-minute drive from Westward Ho!, the self-catering holiday cottage sleeps four guests in two bedrooms and is ideal for couples or families. Onsite facilities include an indoor swimming pool, games room, children's play area, and a dog exercise field. There are six 4-Star cottages on the site you can book together for extended families and friends. Although the property sleeps four, it's best suited to families with children rather than four adults. Wren or Swallow Cottages are an option if you have more adults in your group. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
"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.
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.
Widemouth Bay Cabin is one of 10 stunning architecturally designed cabins at Coastal Cabins Glamping. Grouped around a fishing lake and just over a mile to the breathtaking coastline of North Devon, this is the perfect coastal escape. All the cabins are painted in pretty pastel hues with Widemouth Bay being a sea blue. Widemouth Bay Cabin is the perfect cabin for Family Glamping North Devon style. The cabin sleeps up to 4+1 people in a Kingsize bed and bunk beds (+extra small bed or cot if needed for an extra child under 6), and has a private deck and stunning views over looking the countryside. They also have a fully equipped kitchenette which is perfect for cooking up light meals. There is a fridge, freezer box, small oven with hob, kettle, toaster and all plates and cutlery etc for a family. Inside the cabin is also an en-suite shower room with sink and wc and all your basic toiletries. Widemouth Bay is towards the near end of the fi
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.
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.
Beautifully, fully renovated cottage with sitting room, kitchen dinning area, 1 bedroom and en-suite bathroom. Enclosed garden
Who doesn't love a holiday by the coast? Catboat Cottage is a gorgeous 200-year-old holiday home, a stone's throw from the beach and a short stroll from pubs, cafés and shops. The former fisherman's cottage is on one of the oldest streets in Appledore. It sleeps eight people in four bedrooms and has loads of family-friendly touches that make it especially popular with parents and children. It is ideal for a relaxed 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.
Robin Hill Farm Cottages is your go-to spot for a memorable group getaway in Devon. Just 12 minutes from the beach, these six cosy holiday cottages can host up to 30 guests in style, perfect for family reunions, weddings, or retreats. With 4-star ratings and three dog-friendly cottages, everyone’s welcome! Nestled near Littleham and Bideford, it’s a peaceful base for exploring Devon’s beaches, the Tarka Trail, and local attractions like The Milky Way Adventure Park and RHS Rosemoor. Enjoy a heated indoor pool, games room, and a 20-metre slippy slide in summer. Book fast because this hidden gem fills up quickly! Tourist board rating: 4 Star
"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...
"Applestow" 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...
"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...
"Seagrass" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 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...
"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...
"2 Bed Lodge in Westward Ho" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 2 bedrooms: 1 double and 1 twin (can be made up as a double size on request) - Shower room with WC - Smart TV - Wood burner (first basket of logs provided) - Electric oven and...
"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...
"2 Bed Lodge in Westward Ho" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 2 bedrooms: 1 double and 1 twin (can be made up as a double on request) - Shower room with WC - Smart TV - Electric oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher and fridge freezer - Bed...
"2 Bed Apartment in Westward Ho" is a 2 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Additional information and rules - 2 bedrooms - 1 super king-size and 1 twin - 1 en-suite bathroom and 1 shower room - Electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher - Utility area (within shower room) with...
"3 Bed Apartment in Westward Ho" is a 3 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 6 guests in Devon. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 3 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 twin zip-and-link (which can be made up as a super-king-size on request), and 1 double - 1 bathroom with handheld shower and 1 en-suite shower room -...
"3 Bed Cottage in Appledore" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Devon. Additional information and rules - 3 Bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 double and 1 (2’6”) twin room - 1 Shower room and 1 separate WC - Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer and dishwasher - Utility area with washing machine and...
"3 Bed Lodge in Higher Clovelly" is a 3 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 6 guests in Devon. Additional information and rules - 3 bedrooms - 1 double, 1 twin and 1 bunk room (suitable for children only) - Sleeps 4 + 2 (bunk bedroom only suitable for children) - 2 bathrooms - 1 bathroom and 1 shower room - Electric oven and...
"Willets Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 3 guests in Devon. Bideford is a port town located in the North Devon. This town has several attractions, catering for all ages and weather conditions, ranging from award-winning zoos, sandy beaches and challenging cycling routes. The town itself has a selection...
"2 Bed Cottage in Appledore" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Additional information and rules - 2 bedrooms - 1 super-king-size zip-and-link (which can be made up as a twin on request) and 1 twin - 1 bathroom - Electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine -...
"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...
"Woodside Barn Hartland" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Devon. Newly completed in 2024, this stunning barn conversion is just 2 miles from the coast and stunning cliff-top walks of North Devon. The coastal village of Hartland is just 0.4 miles where shops, pubs and Hartland Abbey can be found. Hartland...
"2 Bed Cottage in Appledore" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Additional information and rules - 2 Bedrooms - 1 double and 1 twin - 1 Bathroom and 1 separate WC - Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge with ice compartment and washing machine - Electric and central heating included - Bed...
"Mariners Cottage" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Devon. Resting where the River Taw and River Torridge meet is the pretty quayside village of Appledore. Boasting a good selection of shops, pubs and art galleries, Appledore is also a thriving fishing and trading village making it a charming holiday...
"3 Bed Cottage in Northam" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Additional information and rules - 3 bedrooms – 2 doubles and 1 single - 1 bathroom, en-suite shower room to the master, 1 downstairs WC - Games room with table tennis, pool table and table football - Electric oven, and hob, fridge,...
"2 Bed Cottage in Instow" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Additional information and rules - 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size with separate single bed and 1 double - 1 shower room and 1 WC - Electric oven and hob, fridge with freezer compartment and microwave - Shared laundry room with washing...
"2 Bed Apartment in Appledore" is a 2 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Additional information and rules - 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size and 2 zip and link single beds (which can be made into a super-king on request) - 2 en-suite shower rooms and WCs, and a separate WC - 2 dogs accepted, must be small/medium...
"2 Bed Lodge in Higher Clovelly" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Additional information and rules - 2 bedrooms - 1 double and 1 bunk bedroom - 1 shower room - Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher - On-site laundry room available - Cot and highchair available on...
"Adipit Stables" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Bideford is an historic maritime town on the River Torridge in North Devon. There has been a settlement at Bideford for over a thousand years and it has been an important port throughout its history. Today, Bideford is a thriving town with a...
"Spekes Mill" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 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...
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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.
