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RIVERBANK COTTAGE, dogs welcome, walk to town along the beautiful Estuary....

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Exterior
Property grounds
TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Bideford, ENG
  • Popular LocationThe Big Sheep4 min drive
  • Popular LocationClovelly Village7 min drive
  • Popular LocationInstow Beach11 min drive
  • AirportExeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)79 min drive

Space details

2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, sleeps 6
Bedroom 1
    1 king bed
    2 single beds
Bedroom 2
    1 king bed

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

RIVERBANK COTTAGE, dogs welcome, walk to town along the beautiful Estuary....

Reviewers say that the best thing about our cottage is that it is a real home from home as well as being perfectly located for a short stroll to town along the picturesque Bideford Estuary. The cottage is fully equipped with lots to keep children entertained & is comfortably furnished. It is practical for dogs too, with hard flooring laid throughout the spacious downstairs. There is a little courtyard which is a complete sun trap. The driveway has space for one car & there is plenty more free street parking nearby if needed.

There are many pubs, restaurants & shops within an easy level walk from the cottage, with some of these delightful venues overlooking the estuary.

The cottage sleeps 4-6 in two bedrooms (& a sofa bed in the dining room). There is also a travel cot & high chair available. The cottage has a welcoming log burner in the spacious lounge which is well equipped with toys & board games as well as a SmartTV, DVD player & Wii console.

Riverbank Cottage dates from the 1890's & is a stone built terraced cottage in a row of former Estuary workers' cottages. Its position is unique in that this quaint cottage is only a 10 minute walk along the Estuary from the centre of Bideford & yet it is situated in a very quiet no through road set away from the hustle & bustle of the town..

There is a separate dining room with a dining table that seats 4 - 6. The dining room features an attractive stone fireplace; there is a double sofa bed available for extra guests (please note bedding / towels are not supplied for the sofa bed or travel cot).

The kitchen is equipped with washer dryer, microwave, electric oven & gas hob. Items supplied for your stay include a coffee plunger, tea towels, washing up liquid & cloths etc. The kitchen opens out into a little court yard with a patio table & chairs; there is a barbecue available for guest use too.

Upstairs is a master bedroom with a king size bed & an extra TV. The second bedroom has two single beds which can be made up as a king size bed if required. The bathroom is spacious with a bath & power shower over the bath. The cottage is warm & comfortable with gas central heating, constant hot water by way of a combi boiler plus the gorgeous log burner.

We supply all bedding & towels for the two bedrooms.

Outdoor games such as cricket, badminton & racquet games are supplied for guests' use. There is a beautiful park (Victoria Park) with a lido for young children which is only minutes away on foot towards the town centre. Or you can walk or hire bikes to go along the nearby Tarka Trail. Only 2 miles away is the lovely little sandy beach at Instow. There are also surf boards & 3 body boards at the cottage that guests are welcome to use if they want to go to the great water sports beach at Westward Ho! which is only a five minute drive away, or both Saunton Sands & Croyde are nearby.

Property manager

Alex

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max. 1 space)
  • On-site parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots are available on request at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Riverbank Dogs Welcome Walk Town Along Beautiful Estuary...
Riverbank Dogs Welcome Walk Town Along Beautiful Estuary...

About the area

Bideford

Located in Bideford, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at North Devon Coast and Saunton Sands. Travelling with kids? Consider The Big Sheep and Clovelly Village. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.

What's nearby

  • The Big Sheep - 4 min drive
  • Royal North Devon Golf Club - 6 min drive
  • Clovelly Village - 7 min drive
  • Instow Beach - 11 min drive
  • Saunton Sands - 37 min drive

Getting around

  • Barnstaple Station - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Rose Salterne - 12 min walk
  • Joiners Arms - 17 min walk
  • Mr Chips - 14 min walk
  • The Kings Arms - 14 min walk
  • Cafe Du Parc - 10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is RIVERBANK COTTAGE, dogs welcome, walk to town along the beautiful Estuary.... pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at RIVERBANK COTTAGE, dogs welcome, walk to town along the beautiful Estuary....?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at RIVERBANK COTTAGE, dogs welcome, walk to town along the beautiful Estuary....?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is RIVERBANK COTTAGE, dogs welcome, walk to town along the beautiful Estuary.... located?

This family-friendly Bideford cottage is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of The Burton Art Gallery and Museum, The Big Sheep and Clovelly Village. Atlantis Adventure Park and Royal North Devon Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 82 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 82 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 82 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 82 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 82 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alan M.

A lovely cottage in a lovely place
Such a lovely cottage it was very cosy and the perfect location where we were able to visit family, and take our four legged family with us. It had all the comforts of home, and we can't wait to return in the near future .
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grant E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better than a B&B
We were on a golfing holiday with friends who had booked a b&b for the duration of their stay. Renting an entire property was a much better alternative, as we were able to relax and watch tv from a comfortable settee after a rain swept round. Dry and securely store our clubs. The accommodation was a home from home and only a £1.50 bus ride from where our friends were staying in Westward Ho!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chandan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mr
Property excellent.Parking very tight when people park on opposite side.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lesley M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A fab break in May holiday
Loved the cottage, great location for us, quiet area, nice and relaxed.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Jeff C., Columbus, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in Devon
The cottage is in a good location with easy access to the main roads, a short walk into Bideford and close to a large supermarket. The kitchen is well equipped with the expected conveniences. The living room and dining room are spacious enough for 4 adults. Two good bedrooms and a large bathroom with a good shower are up steepish, narrow stairs. The house is in a row of terraced houses and surrounded by a more modern development of homes. Given the narrow roads and on street parking, any car larger than a compact size may experience difficulty in maneuvering. Parking at/around the house is somewhat problematic especially if there are other cars already present. There is parking in the adjacent roads. There were some general items left in the house but it would be advisable to make sure basic items such as condiments and paper products are brought with you. No logs were left for the wood burning fire and as there is no control of when the heating comes on it can lead to some chilly mornings and evenings!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Devon holiday!
Was a wonderful cottage. Everything thought about. Beautifully clean, felt like home. Really enjoyed staying there. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Debbie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pretty cottage
Only issues were parking and having to take our own logs for the fire. Otherwise lovely escape.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Katy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed stay
Enjoyed the stay. Sweet little cottage. Washing machine/tumble dryer was a nightmare. Did ruin some expensive items of clothing. As automatically switched on tumble dryer after wash at 90 degrees.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Wendy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy cottage, great location
Firstly - the good stuff, and there's plenty of that. The cottage is in a great location, near the river and walks along it. Easy walk into Bideford, close to a large supermarket and town and yet a really quiet, peaceful place to stay. The kitchen is very well equipped with pots, pans, crockery, washing machine, gas hob, cooker, microwave, etc. Very comfy living room with TV, Wii, books, DVD's and an excellent log burner. Dining room with bed settee, dining table and chairs with stairs off. Two good bedrooms, 1 king and one twin, we found the beds comfortable and there were spare blankets. Large bathroom with a good shower over the bath, plenty of towels provided. Nicely decorated and really great for 4 adults (6 adults might be a bit of a crowd) Not quite as good points (but not the owners fault) were the parking - nothing wrong with it in itself, just that the house is on a road of terraces and should others park on the road it can make getting in and out of the parking space in front of the property a bit difficult, Then, sadly, the WiFi didn't work throughout our stay - appeared to be a problem with the provider, so yet again not the fault of the owner but disappointing nevertheless. Alex did all he could to get it put right. The were a few other little niggles but that's all they were - small things that could have made this lovely little cottage even more welcoming. A welcome pack (tea, coffee, sugar, milk, biscuits, etc.) after a long journey is always nice. Kitchen condiments are always useful in self catering accommodation and we were only left one loo roll when a spare is a bit of a necessity - We were only 3 adults for 3 nights, and it would have run out. There were also only a few logs left for the woodburner. The door between the dining and living rooms sticks and as it has glass panels that could be a problem? Just a few little tweaks that would really raise this cottage up to 5 star
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roger B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Easy reach for local shops (walking 5min) beaches (drive 10min) everything you could want for a home away from home holiday
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

General property information

Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
9:30 AM
Location
Bideford
Structure Type
Cottage