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MOORINGS VIEW APARTMENT AT INSTOW WATERSIDE VILLAGE

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

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

MOORINGS VIEW APARTMENT AT INSTOW WATERSIDE VILLAGE

Moorings View is a privately-accessed, luxury apartment at the top of a quirky Arts and Crafts house. It is conveniently situated in the beautiful village of Instow, which sits between the estuaries of the Rivers Taw and Torridge. As yet relatively unknown beyond North Devon, Instow is renowned for beautiful sunsets and lovely sandy beaches.

The light and airy apartment has stunning estuary views from all the main rooms. There are two bedrooms: one has a king-size bed, the other, a double bed and a day bed. We can therefore accommodate an individual, couple(s) or family/friends. There is a spacious sitting room with television and books, a neat, well-equipped kitchen, and a recently-refitted bathroom with bath and efficient shower over.

The apartment benefits from off-road parking and shared use of the main two terraces of the lovely secluded garden with various seats and views. In this garden you may come across your hosts and their two friendly spaniels.

The apartment sits atop one of the most distinctive properties in Instow, built for a retired Admiral and his wife around 1920. It is sited to take advantage of the panoramic views which stretch from Bideford up river, across the Torridge with its many moorings to Appledore, then out into the wide estuary until white horses show the rivers Torridge and Taw meeting the sea at Bideford Bar.

Guests have shared use of a heated wet room on the ground floor. This is ideal for drying wetsuits, coats, boots and walking equipment - and helps to keep the apartment carpets clean! We are also happy to store bikes in the garage for the duration of your stay - just give us notice!

Instow's waterfront is accessed from a private gate at the bottom of the garden path, as is the Tarka Trail loved by walkers and cyclists. The property is just a few minutes' walk from all this popular village's local amenities including the beach, John's award-winning delicatessen and Post Office, the pubs, bars and restaurants.

This Instow holiday apartment is perfect for those who seek a peaceful and airy hideaway, with or without friends or family.

The Owners have some Sit on top Kayaks that it may be possible, subject to some conditions, for guests to borrow to explore the Estuary.

Access: the apartment is at the top of an old property and has a number of external steps and then stairs up to the second floor. It is not suitable for those who need wheelchair access, guests with serious mobility issues, or those with young children. For this reason we request no children under 10 years old.

Property manager

Jane and Liam

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In a village

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: CHILDREN OVER 10 WELCOME.

Important information

You need to know

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

MOORINGS VIEW APARTMENT AT INSTOW WATERSIDE
Moorings View Apartment AT Instow Waterside Village Bideford
Moorings View Apartment AT Instow Waterside Village Apartment

About the neighborhood

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Instow, England

What's nearby

  • Instow Beach - 5 min walk
  • Clovelly Village - 8 min drive
  • Saunton Sands - 35 min drive
  • Croyde Bay Beach - 38 min drive
  • Woolacombe Beach - 46 min drive

Getting around

  • Barnstaple Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kingsley Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Royal North Devon Golf Club - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Boathouse - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Rose Salterne - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Westleigh Inn - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is MOORINGS VIEW APARTMENT AT INSTOW WATERSIDE VILLAGE pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at MOORINGS VIEW APARTMENT AT INSTOW WATERSIDE VILLAGE?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at MOORINGS VIEW APARTMENT AT INSTOW WATERSIDE VILLAGE?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is MOORINGS VIEW APARTMENT AT INSTOW WATERSIDE VILLAGE located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Instow Beach, West Appledore, and South West Coast Path Section 7 Trailhead. South West Coast Path Section 6 Trailhead and Northam Burrows Country Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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MOORINGS VIEW APARTMENT AT INSTOW WATERSIDE VILLAGE Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kirstan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
Lovely stay. Very helpful hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing break
What a lovely few days we have had at Moorings View. Really clean apartment, super comfy bed, fab shower and great views. Thank you to Jane and Liam, our friendly hosts along with Bella and Missy.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Julia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Short break
Spent three nights here. Lovely views and stunning sunsets every night.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

helen d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely winter weekend
Apartment is well equipped with amazing views over the estuary. Lovely comfy bed with top quality linen. Very helpful hosts. Instow is a beautiful place and a choice of 4 places to eat within walking distance. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fabulous week
We had such a lovely time, and simply love this part of the world. Our hosts were very helpful throughout. The location is perfect, with a lovely walk down to the main instow road with plenty of pubs and places to eat. The morning and evening views are simply stunning. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was absolutely amazing. Liam and Jane were the perfect hosts. The apartment was spotless and they even left wine, beer and cookies and milk .we will definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate P., Cheltenham, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent apartment with stunning views
This is the best equipped accommodation we’ve stayed in. All the rooms are beautifully furnished and there are lots of little luxuries provided, which we really appreciated. It is also perfectly located overlooking the estuary and on the Tarka Trail- the views are stunning. Thanks very much to the owners, Liam and Jane, for making us so welcome, as well as their lovely dogs. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stu Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy apartment with amazing views
We had a lovely 4 night stay at the apartment (2 adults, 2 children). Apartment was lovely and cosy, well equipped and the beds were very comfortable. Instow is a lovely place to visit and the views from the apartment are stunning. Would definitely recommend going to The Boathouse for a meal. There are two sets of stairs up to the apartment, which is part of the owners property (but don't worry you wouldn't know they were there, the apartment is very private) so not for those with mobility issues but fine for us. Our second visit to Instow and we will definitely return to the area and to this lovely apartment :)
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Polly P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We would happily stay again!
We just got back from our Devon holiday and feel recharged and happy. It is a wonderful flat, spotlessly clean, breathtaking views from every room. Really light and airy and It has plenty of room for a family of four. Kitchen is well kitted out and the beds are very comfortable. Liam and Jane are perfect hosts that are on hand should you need them. But the star of the show has to be, Missy, their 6 month old puppy. We all fell in love with her, she is a delight!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect to unwind
The perfect spot to relax and unwind. Stunning views of the estuary, and the most beautiful sunsets. The apartment is immaculate, very well equipped, and comfortable. We walked along the Tarka Trail and round to Appledore via Bideford then took the ferry back to Instow. Ate at a Thai restaurant in Westward Ho, Moran’s, which had a separate vegan menu. Johns of Instow is well stocked for basics and treats. Instow pub was, for us, too frantic and our food was poor. Loved it, we’ll definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning views!
A wonderful fews had by our family of 4. (Including 2 teenage girls). Spotless apartment, well equipped, very comfy beds with absolutely beautiful views from both bedrooms and large, cosy living/dining room. Sunsets over Appledore are particularly impressive. Jane and Liam really attentive and kindly let us store our bikes so we could explore the Tarka Trail. Cycled to Torrington and back and enjoyed refreshments in Puffing Billy. Short walk from apartment to local pubs serving good local food and drinks along the beach front in Instow. Would highly recommend Moorings View apartment and hope to return one day.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda A., North Walsham Norfolk

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a view.
The property was spotless and fresh and a wonderful place to relax and come home to. Sunrise and sun set over the Estuary is absolutely beautiful. The owners were really lovely and helpful. Little touches that were left for us was binoculars to watch the yaught club school and other boats on the water, and Westward Ho! opposite. The book shelf was full of a variety of fiction/non fiction, puzzles,games, books and maps about the area. Even a bottle of wine and biscuits. Thank you We absolutely loved our stay and would recommend without question. There is no access for disabled as there are stairs up to the apartment.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jackpot!
Moorings View was just great. We were late getting there, but the hosts put off plans so they could welcome us & show us around. They left a box of shortbread, bottle of wine & enough essentials to see us through the next morning of tea & coffee. Unit was sparkling clean, well presented & very "homey". Victorian architecture, but modern fits & finishes made for the perfect combination, including the world's best shower, IMHO. Beautiful views from all windows over the estuary allowed us to see the tides come & go, which was surprisingly interesting! It's only a short, 5-10 min. walk, via a private walkway through the property's garden to the waterfront. Enough dining options were there including pubs, restaurants & a terrific cafe. Couldn't have asked for a better place to stay during our North Devon visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanna K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Perfect Getaway & The Most Gracious Hosts.
I stayed in Jane and Liam's lovely flat for near on a month; I was dealing with some pretty tough grief after losing my Mum and felt I needed a good amount of time away to process many things in a peaceful and calming environment. That's exactly what Instow and the accommodation helped me to do!. The flat was beautifully presented, in immaculate order and best of all, I could watch the serene sunsets and spectacular scenery through the lounge and bedroom windows every day/night. Never-mind that I witnessed the most amount of stunning rainbows that I've ever seen in 28 days! Nothing was too much trouble for Jane and Liam; they were so kind and caring and above all very empathetic. I wish I could have stayed another month!! Thank you both for providing me with everything I could have asked for and so much more. With love Jo xx
Stayed 28 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Duncan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Everything was spot on - host/comms/location/accommodation :).
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Apartment
Moorings View exceeded our expectations. It was spotlessly clean, exceptionally well equipped and with fantastic views from all rooms. It was ideally situated in Instow which itself is perfectly situated to explore this part of Devon. Liam and Jane were friendly and helpful. A great stay and we would love to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gem of a Place!
Moorings View was a fantastic find. The property had everything one could wish for plus amazing views. The location was perfect for the beach and local eateries and the parking space was a much appreciated bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view
The best station from our holiday was in this appartement. It was the best wellcome ever an the best view! We will co.e back asap - thank you! We will come ack asap
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place to stay
The apartment is very well presented, comfortable and clean. It had everything we needed and alot more with a lovely view of the estuary. The owners are lovely people.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Moorings view apartment
This is one of our favourite places we've stayed. The apartment has amazing views, its spacious and very nicely decorated. Instow is very nice and it's in the perfect location to explore North Devon.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A hidden gem
Beautiful home with amazing view's through every window was just a joy to sit watching the boats coming in & the tide going out. Gorgeous home furnishings very comfortably bed freshly cut flowers from the garden and a nice bottle of wine waiting in the fridge was a added treat.really lovely hosts liam and jane you made us feel very welcome we definitely want to come back soon
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
VERY enjoyable stay.
On our arrival we were greeted and made very welcome by Liam..We were shown around & the apartment was excellent, exactly as described.Well equipped & plenty of free space for our things . Both Liam and Jane were very helpful and friendly.throughout our stay.Lovely views of estuary & yachts plus surrounding countryside. The Tarka Trail is at the bottom of the back garden & other walks nearby.The beach too was a very short walk away. An excellent weeks stay for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy K., Ringwood, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful quiet property with stunning views
We have just spent 4 days staying here and enjoyed every second of it. The apartment was spotless! The bed was extremely comfortable. The owner was very helpful and accommodating. The views from all the windows are beautiful and it is incredibly quiet! We left after 4 days wishing we had booked for 7 or more! but, more importantly, we left feeling refreshed and calm. Instow village itself is charming with a lovely cafe (John's) and a fabulous gastro pub (The Instow Arms). We can't wait to come back again. Thank you Liam and Jane!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022