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Torridge House

Instow, near Bideford, Devon
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Luxury
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Decorated for Christmas
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Located within 100 steps of  the beautiful sandy Instow beach and the waterfront amenities including a selection of waterfront restaurants, pubs and deli
  • The perfect luxury coastal retreat with cost wood burner and enclosed garden
  • South West Coastal Path is on your doorstep making this cottage the perfect base for exploring the beautiful coastlines of North Devon
Property code: OC-65162

Just a few metres from the glorious sandy beach at Instow, this fresh and relaxing cottage makes a wonderful retreat for a family or a small group of friends seeking a tranquil holiday home in a beautiful part of North Devon. With ample space for up to six guests, this is an idyllic getaway and a great base for walkers and cyclists discovering the Tarka Trail and the South West Coast Path.

Entering this welcoming and spacious property, you will find yourself in the attractive lounge/diner, which is a fantastic space for relaxing in at the end of a great day. The lounge features plenty of seating, a Smart TV and Bluetooth soundbar, while the dining area is ideal for sharing a family meal, which you can enjoy preparing in the stylishly designed kitchen. Heading upstairs, there are three cosy bedrooms: one super king-size zip-and-link with a Smart TV (which can be made up as a twin on request), a double and a twin room. Stepping outside, a shared path leads to the enclosed back garden which features outdoor furniture, a small lawn and BBQ. There's also an enclosed courtyard with a hot and cold shower – ideal for getting rid of the sand.

Standing on the confluence of the Rivers Taw and Torridge, Instow offers a choice of fabulous restaurants, traditional pubs and independent shops. The village also has a beautiful beach, a ferry service to the fishing village of Appledore, and is home to the North Devon Yacht Club. You can also visit the bustling Victorian seaside resort of Westward Ho! (5.5 miles) or the historic village of Clovelly (15 miles). Other local attractions include Tapeley Park (2 miles), Northam Burrows Country Park (6 miles), The Big Sheep (5.5 miles) and RHS Garden Rosemoor in Great Torrington (10 miles).

  • 3 bedrooms - 1 super-king-size zip and link (can be made into a twin on request), 1 double and 1 twin
  • 1 shower room with WC, en-suite toilet and separate WC downstairs
  • Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine
  • Electric and central heating included
  • Roadside parking (subject to availability). Public car park and a private car park close by (charges apply). Owner can also provide details of a private parking arrangement (a charge will apply) 5 minutes walk from property
  • Wi-Fi (fibre broadband) included
  • Beach, shop and pub within walking distance
  • Smart TV and Bluetooth sound bar and DVD in the lounge
  • Charcoal BBQ
  • Woodburner (first basket of logs provided from Oct to Apr)
  • Hairdryer
  • Outside hot and cold shower in courtyard
  • Shared path to enclosed rear garden
  • Access to the garden shed is also available to store bikes and/or surfboards
  • Access can be gained to the rear of the property via the back gate
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Rachel Loosemore

This property is personally managed by Rachel.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 20 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Anna 13th July 2026

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We had the most perfect stay at Torridge house. Everything was wonderful and the owners have made sure that everything you need is in place. Highly recommend a stay here.

Reviewed by Stevie 23rd March 2026

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Beautiful cottage in a great location which is really well maintained and equipped. There is only one drawback and thats parking and we traveled in March before the restrictions started. The parking wardens were very active so even loading and unloading was a challenge.

Reviewed by Jon 8th March 2026

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Our third visit to Torridge House and we'll certainly be back. The cottage was spotlessly clean, very comfortable and located just steps from three pubs/restaurants and a long, sandy beach, perfect for dog walking.

Reviewed by Duncan 30th January 2026

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Reviewed by Alistair 14th November 2025

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This cottage was absolutely perfect. 30 seconds to the beach and the pubs of Instow. All the equipment etc in the cottage was excellent, outdoor shower was nice and hot and really useful to have the front and back entrance + utility room for a sandy dog. Couldn't fault anything about our stay.

Reviewed by Stuart 17th October 2025

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Reviewed by Christine 19th September 2025

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Reviewed by Michelle 22nd August 2025

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Reviewed by Jennie 8th August 2025

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Reviewed by Deborah 25th July 2025

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We love Instow stayed many times. The cottage was fantastic as we had family with us. The location is perfect ,really enjoyed having the outside spaces as this is rare in Instow. Bedrooms were great, beds very comfy. The dogs really enjoyed the beach . Plenty of lovely pubs on the doorstep serving a good choice of food. Although your near lots of pRead morelaces to visit if you want a relaxing break you can't beat Instow. Hide

Reviewed by Linda 20th June 2025

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Reviewed by John 9th May 2025

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Reviewed by Margaret 25th April 2025

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Torridge House was simply perfect in every way. One of the best properties we have ever stayed in and we have stayed in quite a few. It was very well appointed, spotlessly clean, the beds were very comfortable, hot shower with very fluffy towels. The owners had certainly made every effort to make the property welcoming and homely to even leaving trRead moreeats for Bonnie our border terrier. The property is in a great location just a few steps away from the beach and the pub! We hope to visit again soon Hide

Reviewed by Kim 11th April 2025

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Fabulous house in a fantastic location, the house is really well equipt with all the kitchen essentials you will need. Beds are comfortable with lovely linen. Really good powerful shower.

Reviewed by Gail 14th February 2025

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Reviewed by Jennifer 1st November 2024

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Our third stay at this cottage and wouldnt stay anywhere else in Instow! Beautiful cottage fully stocked with everything needed - its like a home from home. Friendly owners and a lovely location. Couldnt recommend highly enough!

Reviewed by Mark 13th September 2024

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The location is the thing for this property being right on the beach !! Outside hot water shower is fantastic for dogs and owners after a day on the sands and in the water. Only gripe we have is the lack of car parking adjacent the property. Highly recommended for beach break, three good pubs within 50 yards, what more do you need

Reviewed by David 23rd August 2024

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Excellent location as only 100 metres to Instow beach. Loading and unloading can be tricky (we had 3 bikes also) as residents parking only. Once unloaded we parked at Commodore hotel 300 metres down the sea front road which the owner gave us detail for. This was additional 45 per week but still cheaper than the local carparks and worked well and keRead morept the car safe. Highly recommend this cottage and Instow for a location, especially if you have dogs Hide

Reviewed by Julie 2nd August 2024

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Reviewed by Paul 19th July 2024

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What a fabulous place, Torridge House is situated in the heart of Instow. Its in a perfect location only a minutes or two walk to the beach, pubs and restaurants. The house is really well equip, comfortable, clean and perfect if you have a dog with its outside shower!

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Marsdens Devon Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.