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The Pebbles

Bideford, Devon
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Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 3
4 star
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Beach within easy reach
Family friendly
Towels included
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Conveniently located character cottage for family holidays exploring the North Devon coast
  • Relax in front of the wood burner or dine alfresco in the private garden
  • Surfboard and bike storage, with the beach at Westward Ho! less than 3 miles away
Overview
Property code: 85720

This Victorian terraced house is located in the 'Little White Town' of Bideford. It exudes character and has a private garden for relaxing in and dining alfresco on a summer's evening.

This elegant property is located in the historic harbour town of Bideford, close to the North Devon coast. Sleeping six guests, the house is ideal for large families and groups of friends. The property is spacious, with a large lounge and separate dining room that seats everyone, as well as a peaceful conservatory. Outside, there’s handy storage for bikes and surfboards. You’ll be within easy reach of the golden sands of Westward Ho! (3 miles), and the picturesque fishing village of Appledore is 3.5 miles away.

The period property has been tastefully decorated to complement its Victorian style. The inviting lounge feels bright and airy, thanks to high ceilings and large windows which flood the area with natural light. Relax here at the end of an action-packed day to watch the Smart TV or read a book from the selection provided. The cosy dining room, with its roaring wood burner, is the ideal place to enjoy sociable gatherings and share great food and wine together, whilst chatting about your day. If you fancy slipping away for five minutes’ peace, then grab a newspaper and unwind in the delightful conservatory overlooking the patio. Outside, discover a charming decked area with a BBQ for al fresco dining in the Devon sunshine.

Wander down to Bideford’s pretty quay to dine in one of the cute cafes or perhaps hop on a boat to Lundy Island, which is 10 miles off the coast. This peaceful and unspoilt island is a must for wildlife enthusiasts, who will have the opportunity to spot a whole host of rare seabirds, including puffins. For traditional seaside fun, journey to Westward Ho!, where you’ll find a wide expanse of golden sand and fantastic surfing conditions, plus arcades and outdoor activities to keep little ones entertained.

  • 4 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 2 doubles and 1 single
  • 1 shower room with shower and WC
  • Electric oven and gas hob, fridge, freezer, microwave, washing machine and Nespresso coffee machine
  • Smart TV in the lounge and TV/DVD in the dining room
  • Enclosed garden with garden furniture
  • Highchair available
  • Wood burner (the first basket of logs included)
  • Beach 3 miles, pubs and shops within walking distance
  • Roadside parking is subject to availability and long-stay public parking is available nearby
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 3 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £250 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £30. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Katie Ellis

This property is personally managed by Katie.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 20 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Lesley 24th August 2024

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Reviewed by Andrew 22nd June 2024

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An enjoyable stay in a lovely property close to town centre and the fantastic Victoria Park which is so handy for dogs. Makes a great location for exploring local areas and recommend Instow beach for dog walking.

Reviewed by Sarah 23rd December 2023

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We found our stay comfortable and relaxing, the area is quiet and overlooks a park near the estuary. The property was well equipped for a family; we enjoyed our Christmas stay there. The owner was great at communicating with us and was very generous in accommodating our arrival and departure times. There is parking available nearby, varying from 4 Read morehours on street to all day in a car park. The property is well situated to explore Devon with great access to beaches and costal walks. Hide

Reviewed by Maureen 4th November 2023

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If you don't have a car this is a perfect location. Otherwise you need to park some distance away but you can get weekly tickets from Torridge Council.

Reviewed by Rebecca 28th October 2023

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Well situated for the town and park. Great that the back garden was dog friendly and safe.

Reviewed by Sylvia 23rd September 2023

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The house was very nice but the cleanliness left a lot to be desired, crumbs left in toaster trays from previous visitors, very dusty, the bathroom looked like it hadn't been cleaned the shower waste was dirty and the glass had soap marks on it. The skirting board at the back of the bed looks like it hasn't been cleaned for months and the floors weRead morere dirty. There were no cleaning materials to clean the bathroom. Bideford is lovely, but if I go back I'll look for somewhere else to stay. Hide

Reviewed by Eleanor 29th July 2023

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Great property and great location. Really great provision - everything we needed for our stay.

Reviewed by George 22nd July 2023

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We had a lovely week at this home, with all mod cons, wifi, TV streaming, and plenty kitchen utensils etc. Bedrooms are spacious and comfortable. Good space at back to sit out. Owner was available on the phone for any queries.

Reviewed by Deb 3rd June 2023

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Reviewed by loraine 22nd April 2023

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Wonderful parkside property, close to all amenities and a short drive to many places of interest. Loved the nice touches , goodies for us and our dog ! would definately stay again :)

Reviewed by Sarah 15th April 2023

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This cottage is in a good position for the town and the park (please note they mean what they say re dogs on leads! you could be fined) ,The provisions for dogs were really good - water bowls and extra dog blankets and poo bags were all well used by us. Although there is no parking linked to the cottage we did not find it difficult to sort parking Read moreout for our 2 cars. Hide

Reviewed by Ruth 8th April 2023

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Pebble Cottage is a lovely sized townhouse in a central location in the little white town of Bideford. The house was in a good location for wider beaches and activities. We especially appreciated the welcome for the dogs and the best stash of board games for us to play during wet weather. You can walk out from the cottage joining directly onto the Read moreSouth West Coastal path along the estuary. The gallery and crepery in the park were delightful with a fantastic selection of art and delicious coffee Hide

Reviewed by Charlotte 1st April 2023

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Well equipped property (we were a family of 2 adults & 4 children & 1x dog). Nice little touches such as flowers, basket full of goodies and some treats for the dog. Great location with Clovelly, Barnstaple, Ilfracombe, Woolacombe, westward Ho! And Appledore all within 40 minutes away. The only flaw was the cleanliness of the house. There was dog hRead moreair on the floors on arrival (floors in general were quite dirty) , dog poo in the garden, quite dusty and just felt like it needs a good deep clean. Hide

Reviewed by Nicola 25th February 2023

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Charming, comfortable and well-furnished. We (3 couples) really enjoyed our stay. Excellent location - easy walk into the centre of Bideford with independent shops and places to eat, buses for local walks and a short drive to dramatic coastal scenery. We enjoyed a superb meal at Le Petit Monde. There was easily enough space and tableware for anotheRead morer couple to join us for dinner. We found several options for parking and the good shower meant only one bathroom was less of an issue than expected. Hide

Reviewed by Rosemary 18th February 2023

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Cleaning could be better. Good location. Pictures make it look bigger and lighter than it is. Nice park across the road and great for Barnstaple, beaches and kids attractions.

Reviewed by Sandra 11th February 2023

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Reviewed by Lisa 22nd December 2022

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Lovely house which is comfortable and very well equipped. Everything worked well and we were warm and cosy over Christmas. We enjoyed good walks along the SW Coast Path and a bracing walk on Westward Ho! beach. Seating in the living room could be a bit cramped for 6 adults but the dining table seats 6 comfortably. Parking outside the house is a bitRead more of a pain - we had to use a car park about 5 mins walk away but this only cost 7 for the week. Hide

Reviewed by Emily 5th November 2022

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We really enjoyed our stay, it was perfect for exploring the North Devon area. The beds were comfy and the cottage had everything we needed. Long stay parking located just a couple of minutes walk across the park which requires a weekly fee but was ideal. Easy access to the local supermarket for supplies. Excellent walks in nearby appledore and theRead more beaches were impeccable. Will definitely be visiting again. Hide

Reviewed by Julie 24th September 2022

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Reviewed by Heather 10th September 2022

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