Cottage holiday rentals in Instow

This property is absolutely gorgeous and so comfortable! We loved our stay. There was plenty of room and having so many bathrooms was definitely a plus. This was a great home base for our Cornwall adventures!

Lovely cottage, had everything we needed for a great week. Well appointed kitchen and bathrooms. All the crockery, utensils and pans you need for cooking. Hot tub was certainly a favourite and well used! Nice to have plastic ‘glasses’ for use outside. Great selection of games was a nice surprise. Being able to walk the dog right from the doorstep made it so easy - we really enjoyed exploring the smallholding. Hosts were very quick to respond with answers and support. Yes, the Tesco delivery man did manage to find us and unload :-)

The place was really nice and absolutely spotless when we got there. Nigel and Perry were both very nice and helpful and responded very quickly to messages. The only things is one of the windows didn’t have a blind which made it very bright in the mornings and struggled to sleep in. Also the sat nav brought us in a different direction from the directions on the listing which was a little confusing but Nigel was stood outside waiting for us when we arrived so wasn’t really a problem. Just something to mention. Overall it was a really nice stay and would recommend.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Honeysuckle Cottage. Spotlessly clean and bright. Very well equipped modern kitchen. Comfortable lounge and bedrooms and a sunny conservatory for dining in. Our host Helen welcomed us and a gorgeous cream tea awaited us, together with homemade scones, jam and bread. Milk, butter and eggs also provided. Such attention to detail. The garden is pretty and dog safe. Helen even provided dog bowls and towels and a treat! We would highly recommend it. You won't be disappointed.

Such a beautiful little place, Sally provided everything you could need. She was so responsive and gave recommendations for restaurants and pubs. Made our stay so easy and a seamless check in/out. Thanks Sally!!

Lesley’s place was perfect for our needs. It was peaceful and it was close to all of the things we wanted to do in the area. The cottage was clean, the kitchen has everything we needed to cook and eat in. It was a bit of a climb to get to the entrance and it was two floors, so anyone with mobility issues should look at that. However, we had a great stay in a very beautiful part of the UK.

A really lovely cottage with beautiful walks near by. It’s a nice place to go to for a quiet romantic get away.

Absolutely beautiful location and such a warm welcome from Kaye and Richard. Excellent facilities and super hot tub. We had a lovely stay xxx

We were really impressed with Owl Barn Cottage. Beautifully decorated with a modern feel. We went with our two children and the books and games inside the cottage were a lovely addition to have at hand. The games barn and go carts in the courtyard was fun for them too. The garden area to the cottage was lovely with peaceful views of the surrounding fields. We loved the animals that were on site and Alex kindly let us meet and feed them too. The pizza night that Alex also hosts where you can create your own pizza and cook in the outdoor pizza oven was also great. We would highly recommend staying here as the location was only a short distance to explore some lovely beaches in the Ilfracombe, Woolacombe and Croyde area.

My mum and I had a wonderful well deserved break at Debbie’s gorgeous Studio. It was also our dog, Hook’s first time away and she absolutely loved it! We were greeted by Debbie when we finally arrived (with clear instructions provided on how to get to the cottage) and she was so lovely. She showed us into the Studio and realised that we wanted separate beds so bought extra bed linen for the bedroom downstairs. She’d also treated us to a lovely bottle of red and a Victoria sponge! The views are so picturesque and we felt so peaceful and calm. Their gardens are well kept and are beautiful. Debbie is an amazing artist and even hand painted the bedroom door! As previous reviews have revealed, the drive to the cottage is rather bumpy as it’s down a bridle way and the driveway is rather steep but it’s manageable! As Debbie knows, we will be back again - we felt we could have stayed a few more days if we could but we will definitely be back hopefully this year. Thank you Debbie!

Ben's cottage was stunning — we loved every moment of our stay. If it were possible to give 6 out of 5 stars, I would have. The surrounding area was breathtaking, we enjoyed wandering through the fields and visited the vineyard, where we sampled some fantastic wine. There were also some excellent local pubs close by, all serving delicious food. Everything felt convenient, peaceful, and just perfect — there wasn’t a single thing we could fault. We’ll definitely be returning and highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a memorable getaway.

Marc and Amy were fantastic hosts! They provided everything promised. The cottage was very clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed. Their attention to detail and thoughtfulness toward their guests is apparent. Marc gave us a thorough tour and history of the property which was fascinating - especially coming from the states where buildings aren’t nearly that old! Our only honest regret is that we didn’t book a few more days so we could spend more time on the property to explore and appreciate the hard work they’ve put into its upkeep and restoration.

Wow! Fantastic accommodation - beautiful and tastefully decorated. Everything you need is already thought of. Set in the most idyllic setting with a beautiful walk on doorstep. Simon and Tracey respond immediately. Thank you for the cake guys. Perfect place to stay.

Excellent accommodation. Peaceful and beautiful surroundings. High standard of cleanliness and clutter-free, yet all facilities we needed. Would 100% stay here again. 20 mins walk to beach. Really great local pub/food.

Lovely riverside cottage right next to the Tarka trail for a nice coastal walk and very easy access to the village.

Lovely well equipped little barn conversion in a very peaceful location, and ideally situated for exploring North Devon. Mary and John were very friendly and the enclosed field was ideal for exercising our dog. A very enjoyable stay.

A lovely little bolthole in North Devon. Far enough off the beaten track to feel remote, close enough to the bigger towns for entertainment as required. We ate in Georgeham which is a 20 minute walk for some great food in The Kings Arms. The dawn chorus in the morning was a delight to wake up too. Prior to arrival, clear instructions were provided by the host to ensure we found the house with no fuss. Highly recommended.

We had a brilliant stay at Hideaway Cottage. It was well equipped, comfortable for 4 adults and the views (and sunsets) from the garden were absolutely stunning. Appledore itself is a perfect location to explore North Devon. Thanks also for the cream tea!

Really great stay in this Airbnb. Perfect stay for 2 people in a lovely, quiet area. Very easy access to nearby town Westward Ho! Thanks for hosting us, Katherine! X

We had a fantastic week at the cottage. We know Appledore well and this was by far and away the best accommodation we have stayed in. We were reluctant to give this review five stars as it could mean it will be fully booked from now on and we won't be able to return. However, we could not recommend this more highly. The size of the lounge and bedroom with high ceilings and loads of light was special. Thank you again.

Appledore is a beautiful place and the cottage was delightful. We felt at home straight away. It was really comfortable and well equipped. There’s good walking and cycling and the ferry between Appledore and Instow was fun. Hockings ice cream was delicious. Would love to return to Appledore soon

We all enjoyed our stay, full of charm and very characterful with a modern touch, everything that we needed. A fabulous restaurant too at the Royal George just at the bottom of the cobbled street a bonus.

The cottage was just what we were looking for. It was easy to find, comfortable, clean, spacious, the garden was private and the perfect size for our little dog. The best welcome pack ever, it was close to all amenities. Lots of great places to eat. Lots of walks. We love North Devon and will definitely recommend and come back to the cottage.

A wonderful, peaceful setting, for those that like to cook, wash etc, all the equipment, utensils are provided if you want them. Going out to eat in Instow was good. Definitely 5 star place.