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Beautifully presented and spacious 2 bedroom apartment offering fabulous views

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Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach nearby
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, DVD player, books, video library

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedroomsSleeps 460 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Instow, ENG
  • Instow Beach
    5 min walk
  • The Big Sheep
    5 min drive
  • Royal North Devon Golf Club
    7 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Beautifully presented and spacious 2 bedroom apartment offering fabulous views

The Moorings is a modern 1st floor 2 bedroom apartment, offering spacious living space with spectacular views of the estuary as well as being just a couple of minutes walk of the beach. The apartment is non smoking and we are sorry but we don't accept pets
Approached from the private car park, where you have your own parking space you enter the building by a secure lobby, up the stairs to your own entrance hall with ample room for coats and shoes. Entering the beautifully presented apartment itself, the two bedrooms are on the left hand side with views over looking the private communal gardens and are separated by the bathroom. The bedrooms, one a double and the other a twin, are equipped with very comfortable mattresses / duvets and pillows and both have their own wardrobes, whilst the bathroom has a walk in shower, washbasin and toilet.
On the right side of the apartment which overlooks the estuary is the open plan living space, which offers a fully contained kitchen area with electric hob, electric fan oven and grill, fridge freezer, washing machine and dishwasher, a lounge which opens onto the private balcony and a separate dining area all with differing estuary views. The lounge has a sofa and 2 armchairs, a wall mounted TV with free view as well as a DVD player, a Bose system for playing your CDs and iPod and offers access onto the balcony which has its own table and seating for 2. The separate dining area also has a dining table and 4 chairs, bookcases offering a selection of books, DVDs and games for your enjoyment.
WIFI/internet is available via the hub in the lounge area.
The apartment is gas centrally heated via a combination boiler with thermostatic controls that also supplies all of the hot water on demand.
All bed linen and towels are provided along with a welcome pack tea, coffee milk, sugar and biscuits.
There is a communal bike store that can be used to store bikes during your stay – please bring your own bike locks
There is a local shop, 4 local bars and a hotel that all offer food, all within walking distance
There are also regular bus services serving both Barnstaple and Bideford as well as a ferry service in the summer that will take you to Appledore
During your stay at this apartment building, you're just a quick walk from Instow Beach. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and a balcony in the apartment.
  • The apartment offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and a balcony
  • Amenities include an elevator
  • 5 minutes by foot from Instow Beach and a 4-minute drive from South West Coast Path Section 6 Trailhead
As a guest of this apartment, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and an elevator. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Bideford apartment is smoke free.

Property manager

Ian Lev

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max. 1 space)
  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Boating on site
  • Cycling on site
  • Golf on site
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 646 sq ft (60 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Please note the lounge opens up to a balcony

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Beautifully presented and spacious 2 bedroom apartment offering fabulous views Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Philip T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Worth a visit
Very comfortable and relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Instow gem
A well equipped, clean and cosy property in a convenient location, close to the beach, pubs and right by the Tarka trail for walks. Had a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Brilliant location
Brilliant location for our family. Beautiful scenery along the estuary and beaches.Ideal car free cycling along a 30 mile stretch linking interesting locations along the way.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nichola R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Instow
Really lovely stay in this apartment. Just as all the photos. We love Instow, so lovely to walk from apartment straight to beach and 3 pubs along the front. John’s the deli is very useful too. Easy for exploring North Devon.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hazel J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another wonderful stay
Everything you could possibly need in this clean and spacious apartment. This is our second stay and we will return. The bus stop is just a step away, the beach only a few minutes walk and the view of the water always changing. Highly recommended. Ian the host is really helpful and quick to respond to questions.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

JAMES M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A real gem
A delightful apartment with top quality equipment.A sign on the blocks door would helpful as the only indication is in the stairwell.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Debbie
We had a really lovely break. The flat was as advertised. We would definitely book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely relaxing stay
Fabulous apartment in a lovely location, within very easy walking distance of great pubs and restaurants. Apartment very well equipped. Right on the edge of the Tarka trail for cycling. Ample parking.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely flat, gorgeous views
We had a great week at this lovely, clean, well-equipped flat. We really enjoyed the gorgeous view of the estuary over to Appledore and watching the changing tides. The location was excellent for all our day trips and the property was one of the nicest we have stayed in. Ian, the owner was very helpful and responsive to queries. We would happily recommend this property to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location, lovely apartment
We had a lovely stay in Instow and exploring the surrounding areas. Ian’s apartment was perfect and fully equipped. Thank you for the tea and biscuits on arrival, much appreciated and nice touch after a long journey. We would love to stay again and get to see those sunsets! Thank you for having us and for being so helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicky P.

Liked: Cleanliness
lovely spot
Very conveniently situated property overlooking the old station building (yacht club) and Tarka Trail. Easy walk to pubs, deli etc. Not many properties in this area have the designated parking this flat has. Buses nearby, bike hire 10 mins away at Fremington Quay. Lovely sunsets due to westerly facing building, can be windy though.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy W., Gloucestershire. UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful apartment
The apartment is spotlessly clean, light and airy and very well equipped with everything you could need for your stay. The lounge is really comfortable with lovely views. The beds are extremely clean and comfy. I can't fault it and would recommend it to anyone. We have just had a lovely week there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hazel J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovey views, very welcoming and bright.
A delight to walk into after traveling. Bright, airy and clean. The kitchen supplies all excellent quality and plenty. The view of the village and Appledore in all weathers and times of day was lovely. The bus stop a few steps from the door an added bonus. I hope it’s free the next time we visit !
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Autumn in Instow
Beautifully presented, well stocked, comfortable flat overlooking Instow harbour. Yatch club obscures view from balcony and it overlooks the coast path so there is plenty of activity, but it is on the first floor so it is not too obtrusive. Lots of places to eat and drink in Instow and the tarka trail and beach on the doorstep.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Third time we have stayed at this property and it never disappoints
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D.

Liked: Cleanliness
relaxing break
good holiday
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous - again
This is the second time we've stayed in this flat for our summer holiday. The flat is really clean, has everything you could need and the location is superb. The warm weather meant we were able to sit out on the balcony every night and watch the sunsets.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

CINDY H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely watching the tides
The apartment had everything we needed for our holiday . Easy walk to the sandy beach and walking the Tarka trail. The TV was quite confusing to us Aussies! Lots of technology there we didn't quite understand so a help sheet would have been good to assist plus maybe times and days that pubs and restaurants serve food in the area would be helpful. Linen and towels were changed midway through which was really good. Thanks for a good stay
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Instow Apartment
Loved the place and will certainly go back again and Ian is an excellent host. 10 out of ten
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barry W.

Liked: Cleanliness
All needs catered for. Comfortable and clean.
Good
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

wendy w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal for cycling the tarka trail.
The flat is clean and has everything you need. The TV doesn't work very well so ensure you bring other things to do. There are a selection of games, books,DVD. The bike shed is fairly full and not locked. But managed to squeeze 2 bikes in, reassured a little that people wouldn't leave them there if a problem. Had a lovely hols, thank you 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spot on location.
Clean and tidy apartment, nice touch to open fridge to find a pint of milk, coffee and tea bags, also to have dishwasher tablets/washing up liquid/washing machine tablets, home from home. Only down side, the bush by the key box needs pruning, and the tv has a mind of its own some times.😀
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

David I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Autumn holiday
The property is well situated. We enjoyed walking along the coast path to the local restaurants. The bus service is good from Instow.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elke W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable, clean, well set out and equipped flat in good location
We really enjoyed our stay here and wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to others.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent North Devon Apartment
This apartment was perfect for us for our holiday this year. We are a family of 4 with children aged 1 and 5. The location was fantastic, looking out over the estuary, with the beach only a few minutes walk away. The apartment had everything we needed and was well equipped. It is also the perfect base for exploring other parts of North Devon. The short ferry ride from Instow to Appledore is definitely work doing our kids loved it. We had an excellent holiday and would live to return and stay here again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021