Title: Character 3 bed apartment overlooking the beach sleeps 5 and takes 1 dog Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Character 3 bed apartment overlooking the beach sleeps 5 and takes 1 dog Beachfront apartment for sun and fun ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33420000/33416800/33416723/5b6028bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33420000/33416800/33416723/41766b32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33420000/33416800/33416723/9daa8924.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33420000/33416800/33416723/d5893985.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33420000/33416800/33416723/1f5afa4d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located in the heart of Instow village, Upper Instow Beach Cottage is a dog-friendly haven overlooking the beach. This 3-bedroom apartment boasts a bright living room with large windows offering wonderful views of the beach and beyond. Enjoy alfresco dining on the lovely terrace, or relax in your own private garden. 8.8 Excellent ### Entire apartment 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 511 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Character 3 bed apartment overlooking the beach sleeps 5 and takes 1 dog Upper Instow Beach Cottage is a quirky 3-bedroom dog-friendly apartment that accommodates up to 5. The first floor apartment is perfectly located right on the waterfront overlooking the beach at the very popular North Devon village of Instow, which has everything you need within a 5 minute walk, including places to eat such as the Instow Arms and The Boat House, which are just 200m away and offer some of the finest food and local ales. The pretty estuary beach is right opposite Upper Instow Beach Cottage and most of it is dog-friendly all year round, it is also a great beach for building sand castles. The bustling village is home to art galleries and an excellent deli plus many more great pubs, which can be found along the Marine Parade, which leads to the sailing club and the Tarka Trail, a largely traffic-free cycleway and footpath. Upper Instow Beach Cottage is located off Marine Parade and has private parking. You access the apartment from the ground floor, where there is a large entrance lobby with cupboards and storage facilities and loads of room for coats and boots. There is a small lift that takes you to the first floor or there are stairs, however, they are a little steep and narrow, so may be difficult to navigate if not able-bodied. Once you are on the first floor the apartment has a landing area that leads to a bright and spacious living room with large windows along the sea-facing wall offering wonderful views of the beach, across to Appledore and the open sea beyond. The living room has sofas and chairs and a coffee table plus a flat-screen TV. There is a door, which leads to a lovely terrace with table and chairs and amazing views across the beach and Appledore. Beyond the terrace, down a few steps is a small private garden. The kitchen can be found to the rear of the apartment and has a lovely contemporary feel plus everything you need for family cooking, including a fridge freezer, an electric cooker and a microwave. Next to the kitchen is a useful pantry and opposite is the dining room with gothic style table and chairs and views over the garden. There are 3 bedrooms at the apartment, these include a double, a twin and a single. All the bedrooms have wardrobes and handy wash-basins. The family bathroom is found at the centre of the apartment and has a bath with overhead shower with massive "waterfall" shower-head, a wash-basin and a loo. Outside Upper Instow Beach Cottage has a lovely terrace with table and chairs perfect for alfresco dining with stunning views over the beach, Appledore and the sea beyond. There are some steps down to a small, pretty garden. At the front of the house, there is a garage with a fresh water tap ideal for washing off surfboards or muddy boots. If bringing a dog to the property, please notify us ahead of arrival. There is an additional charge for dogs at this property. If bringing more than one dog, please check before booking that multiple dogs are accepted. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Golf - Tennis - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Apartment 544693 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.05526%2C-4.18075&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=5-mm0CZCkrmSMgJAkypE_xM099I=) Instow, Devon #### What's nearby - Instow Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles - South West Coast Path Section 7 Trailhead - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - South West Coast Path Section 6 Trailhead - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - West Appledore - 19 min walk - 0.9 miles - Saunton Sands - 37 min drive - 19.8 miles #### Getting around - Barnstaple Station - 17 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Boathouse - ‬1 min walk - ‪Westleigh Inn - ‬4 min drive - ‪Royal North Devon Golf Club - ‬9 min drive - ‪Cafe du Parc - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Coffee Cabin - ‬17 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Character 3 bed apartment overlooking the beach sleeps 5 and takes 1 dog pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Character 3 bed apartment overlooking the beach sleeps 5 and takes 1 dog? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Character 3 bed apartment overlooking the beach sleeps 5 and takes 1 dog? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Character 3 bed apartment overlooking the beach sleeps 5 and takes 1 dog? > Checkout is at 9:00 AM. ### Where is Character 3 bed apartment overlooking the beach sleeps 5 and takes 1 dog located? > Nestled on the beach, this Bideford apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Instow Beach, South West Coast Path Section 7 Trailhead and South West Coast Path Section 6 Trailhead. West Appledore and Northam Burrows Country Park are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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