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Ellerslie House

Bickington, near Barnstaple, Devon
Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 3
4 star
Waterside Views
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Family friendly
Games / Play facilities
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Enjoy views over the River Taw and plenty of walks from the doorstep
  • Visit the Milky Way, The Big Sheep, Arlington Court and Tapeley Park
  • Situated just a few miles away from the seaside village of Instow
Property code: OC-ELLER

Panoramic views of the River Taw and rolling fields are just one of the many things that Ellerslie House boasts. Spacious living and fantastic outdoor space make this property a wonderful home-from-home from which to explore North Devon. Heading back after a day spent discovering seaside gems or roaming the local town, you can challenge family and friends to a game of snooker in the games room or simply kick back and relax on the decked balcony.

Light and comfortable, the lounge area invites you to unwind together after days spent adventuring. On chilly evenings, curl up and enjoy the cosy furnishings or on a sunny, mild evening throw open the balcony doors and breath in the fresh air. For nights when eating-in is your preferred choice, the grand dining table offers a sociable spot for meals with family and friends.  

For salty hair and sandy toes, there’s an abundance of golden sands to visit under 15 miles from your doorstep. Saunton, Croyde and Woolacombe are surfers’ paradises and also fantastic places to eat local seafood and enjoy a traditional cream tea or ice cream. Barnstaple is lined with shops and a great pannier market which is well worth a roam before heading to the museum, located in the beautiful town square, to uncover local history and culture. For a different vantage point of the crashing waves and beaches, tread the South West Coast Path and discover nooks and crannies worthy of a picnic.

  • 4 bedrooms – 2 king-size, 2 twin
  • 1 bathroom with heated towel rail and WC, 1 bathroom with WC
  • Oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher
  • Kitchenette on the ground floor with fridge, kettle and toaster.
  • Travel cot and highchair available on request
  • Snooker room
  • Ample parking
  • Decked balcony with seating and further access to gardens which are shared
  • Beach 4 miles, pub and shop within walking distance
  • 1 of 3 properties on owners grounds
  • Discount available for smaller parties in off-peak periods
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 3 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Alice Holt

This property is personally managed by Alice.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 10 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Kate 31st August 2026

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We really enjoyed our stay, 6 adults and 1 child. Very comfortable and has stunning views. Very close to shops, we walked to cedars a few times and had a lovely meal there. Surrounding areas are beautiful, Instow, applesore, Bideford, Westward Ho! The cottage has a big fridge, dishwasher, perhaps an air fryer would be useful also. Its was a great Read moresize for us all to have our own space if needed. The balcony was lovely, didnt use the downstairs one, but upstairs the views were fabulous, more seating would be nice there. We didnt have an issues tbh, the cleaning couldve been a bit more thorough but thats about it. Would definitely stay here again. Hide

Reviewed by Natalie 21st July 2026

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This is a fantastic property in a beautiful location. The photographs are exactly as the property is in real life. The view from both balconies is breathtaking. The snooker table is a great addition, although it is slightly too big for the room and I've made my suggestions to the owners. The downstairs kitchen would benefit from a few more glassesRead more plates cutlery etc. The property has 3 fridges and freezers which is fantastic if its a full house! Please note that the garden and terrace are NOT enclosed as stated in the details. Both balcony/terrace need fixing or replacing as very old and rotten in places. The driveway to the property is also not ideal for all vehicles as its very uneven and pot holed. The beds are very comfy and all of the rooms are a good size and well equipped. The upstairs kitchen is well equipped and clean. The sofa in the lounge is amazingly comfortable and spacious and the dining table is good solid and big enough for the whole family. We had a fantastic holiday in Barnstaple and will definitely look at booking the watch tower in future for a relaxing couples retreat! Thank you for sharing your property and gardens. I would definitely recommend booking this accommodation in future. M Hide

Reviewed by Cheryl 24th December 2025

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Amazing view, central to town, very clean with everything supplied. Snooker table was a big hit

Reviewed by Charles 20th September 2025

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Enjoyed our stay. The location is pretty convenient although you probably need a car to get into the town. Cottage comfortable and everything clean and tidy.

Reviewed by Catherine 1st September 2025

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A lovely house, in a lovely location. Ideally placed for getting around the area and other nearby towns. Plenty of supermarkets near by. Plenty of pubs and places to eat within a short travel time.

Reviewed by John 9th August 2025

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Large property, snooker table and outdoor barbecue space were used a lot by us. Good location, walking distance from Banstable and a nice local pub just up the roads. Great views of sunrise and sunset from the upstairs balcony. Only negative was that the kitchen was a bit small but overall a great place to stay and we would visit again.

Reviewed by Sarah 24th May 2025

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Spacious holiday home with good size bedrooms. Lovely view over river. Location giving good access to Ipstow beach, Appledore, Westward Ho!, Milky Way Theme Park and more.

Reviewed by Wayne 17th May 2025

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Reviewed by John 26th April 2025

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Good quality and comfortable accommodation. The owners who lived next door were very friendly and helpful.

Reviewed by Sally 18th October 2024

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Great place to stay with friends. Had a lovely time. Near the Tarka trail for walking or cycling., Big garden to walk the dog and just round the corner there is a field where you can let them off.

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