4 Bedroom Cottage in Bideford

This spacious, beautifully presented detached property ,built in 2020, sits in an exclusive spot just behind the sand dunes of Instow beach. It's just a stroll from all that this riverside village has to offer, including a variety of pubs, bars and restaurants as well as the local shop which has a deli counter and small café. Located where the River Taw and Torridge combine and flow into the sea, Instow is a pretty village and perfect for a spot of sailing or windsurfing, and for families to take advantage of the sandy beach. Discover the famous South West Coast Path and enjoy walks across the clifftops, or take your bikes and explore the Tarka Trail which passes right next to the property. In the summer months, catch the small passenger ferry across the river to the charming fishing village of Appledore with its narrow streets and maritime history, or travel a little further and uncover the treasures of nearby Croyde, Woolacombe and Saunton Sands. There are numerous National Trust properties in the area, as well as the RHS gardens at Rosemoor. North Devon is well positioned for visits to Exmoor, Dartmoor and North Cornwall and for families The Big Sheep, The Milky Way Adventure Park and a boat trip to Lundy Island are all great days out.

On entering this elegant property, you find a bright hallway with ample space for shoes boots and coats and then walking on, the property opens up into a spacious open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner well-equipped with breakfast bar, electric oven and induction hob, dishwasher and large American-style fridge/freezer with built-in ice machine, wine fridge and Nespresso coffee machine. There is also a utility room with a separate sink, microwave, washing machine and tumble dryer along with a separate WC. The dining area has a dining table with ample seating for everyone plus a wall-mounted Smart TV. The lounge/diner includes a sofa and picture sliding doors opening onto the garden, and a lovely vaulted ceiling. The separate living room has a comfy corner sofa, armchair and a wall-mounted Smart TV with a Sonos Beam soundbar. A snug/games area is accessed just off the kitchen/diner and is ideal for kids or adults with a Smart TV, Sonos One smart speaker with Apple Air Play, a Blu-ray player, safety dartboard and table football table. Heading up to the first floor, you will find four comfortable bedrooms. There are two super-king-size (one of which can be configurated as twin beds on request) each with built-in wardrobes or chest of drawers, Smart TVs and one having an en-suite shower room with WC; one king-size with built-in wardrobes and Smart TV; and lastly, a bedroom with a single bed and cabin bed - please note the cabin bed is only suitable for children under 16 years. Completing the accommodation is a family bathroom, complete with a bath with handheld shower attachment, separate shower and WC.

Stepping outside, you can unwind at the end of a great day in the large enclosed garden which has a private gateway that leads to the sand dunes and beach as well as the Tarka Trail. The lawned garden has a large private hot tub, quality garden furniture housed on the patio area, an outside hot shower - ideal for washing off sandy toes, doggie paws and wet uits - a gas BBQ and outdoor games such as giant Jenga and giant Connect 4, great fun for kids and adults alike. There’s also a shed for storing bikes, wetsuits, surfboards and sandy boots.

Off-road parking is available for two cars with electric car charging point available (at additional cost).