Guests say
Waters Edge in Bideford is a much-loved cottage with stunning estuary views and a prime location close to local pubs and attractions. Guests consistently praise its spotless presentation, homely atmosphere, and well-equipped interiors. The property’s charm is enhanced by thoughtful touches on arrival and a comfortable, cosy environment. While some minor maintenance issues were noted, such as a tired kitchen and a stiff door, these did not detract from the overall positive experience. Parking is a bonus, though tight for larger vehicles. Many guests are repeat visitors, highlighting the property’s enduring appeal.
Multiple reviews highlight the property as spotless and beautifully clean, with no significant complaints about cleanliness.
The location is repeatedly described as incredible, with beautiful views over the estuary and close proximity to pubs and local attractions.
Guests found the house very comfortable, with cosy beds and a warm atmosphere. Minor noise from the town and some quirks of an older property were mentioned but did not detract from comfort.
The cottage is well-equipped and provisioned, with a great courtyard and parking. Some minor maintenance issues were noted, such as a tired kitchen, a stiff door, and limited table knives.
Guests appreciated the welcome treats such as biscuits, crisps, wine, and milk, though it should be noted these are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
With waterside views, this stunning house sits next to the beach and with fantastic views this is an ideal hideaway..
Ground Floor:
Dining room.
Kitchen: Gas Cooker, Microwave, American Fridge Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, TV, French Doors To Balcony
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Living room: Sky, DVD Player, CD Player, DVDs
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Second Floor:
Bedroom 3: 3 x Single (3ft) Beds.
Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair. Enclosed courtyard with decked terrace, garden furniture and BBQ. Balcony. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are 2 steps to the decked terrace.. Fabulous waterside views can be enjoyed from this stunning house which is literally a stone’s throw from the beach - an ideal all year round hideaway. Furnished in a New England style, the well-appointed holiday cottage adjoins another property and is a stylish retreat for family and friends. The grand drawing room at first floor level has French doors opening onto the balcony and is the perfect spot to sit and watch the myriad of boats bobbing in the water or sailing by at high tide. There is also a small kennel for a dog in the courtyard.
Instow is an unspoilt seaside village with large stretches of sandy beaches and dunes, fishermen’s cottages, shops and a good selection of pubs and restaurants specialising in locally caught seafood whilst the local village store and delicatessen is a delight. The area is a must for watersports, sailing enthusiasts and fishermen, whilst walkers and cyclists will enjoy the famous Tarka Trail which passes close by.
Further afield, the rugged North Devon coastline and wonderful surfing beaches of Croyde or Woolacombe are just a short drive away. North Devon is well positioned for visits to Exmoor, Dartmoor and North Cornwall including the local beauty spots of Bucks Mill, Clovelly and Hartland. With so much to explore in this lovely part of North Devon, this is the perfect base for a memorable holiday. Golf is available locally, and Bideford is just 3 miles away, with family attractions including The Big Sheep and The Milky Way adventure parks. There is an excellent choice of restaurants within a 5-minute walk. Shop 30 yards, pub 250 yards.
Free WiFi
There are low banisters at the property.
There are large gaps between banister spindles.
Nearby points of interest
- Saunton Sands
- Putsborough Beach
- Woolacombe Beach
- Clovelly Village
- Exmoor Zoo
Reviews (9)
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Confirmed Guest
I had a lovely stay at Water’s Edge. The view is amazing and the house is very clean and comfortable. There’s plenty to see and do in the local area. Lucy is a great host - very communicative and helpful. The welcome treats were highly appreciated, too 😉
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Poppy
Stayed here so many times and it never disappoints- such a special place to stay. My favourite part of the house is sitting out on the balcony reading a book and looking out across the estuary. Amazing location and always beautifully clean And looked after by Lucy Thanks so much Lucy as always for a brilliant time
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Tracey Comley
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It's a beautiful house in a prime location. Very well equipped, lovely and warm. We found a selection of delicious treats waiting for us on arrival along with the essential milk! The beds were so comfy and with top quality bedding. A great enclosed courtyard garden and parking was a great bonus but it is tight to access so beware if you have a huge vehicle! It is an old house so there were the usual quirks you'd expect but in no way detracted from our stay- in fact it was all part of the charm. Really well equipped with plenty of kitchen equipment. If we really had to find something to point out, it would be the limited number of table knives - could do with more- there were dozens of forks, spoons and teaspoons but only a very few knives but that's a quick fix that I'm sure the owner will attend to. Communication from the owner was great with lots of information about the local area. We would definitely stay there again.