1 / 23Beach Ahoy Instow
Instow, Devon
A superb beachside house in Instow for six, a five minute walk from the sands, with underfloor heating and an enclosed rear garden with a private hot tub, one dog welcome.
Beach Ahoy is a superb beachside home in Instow, five minutes on foot from the golden sands, and an elegant dog friendly stay for six with one dog welcome. A sandy beach and delightful walks are right on the doorstep, and the Tarka Trail is only a few minutes away for miles of scenic, level walking with the dog.
The house has underfloor heating throughout, and the hallway has ample room for shoes and boots after the beach, plus a handy separate WC. One inviting open plan room holds lounge, kitchen and dining space, with a corner seating area and a Smart TV at one end and a contemporary kitchen at the other. The adjacent utility, with washing machine and sink, opens straight to the garden, and by the time the kettle boils the dog is usually flat out on the warm floor.
The enclosed rear garden is a lovely place to end a day, where the patio is set with furniture and a BBQ beside a private hot tub to sink into while the dog dozes on the patio nearby. Upstairs, three bedrooms comprise a double, a king size that is en suite, and a third with a single bed plus a cabin single, a clever use of the space, and the family bathroom offers bath and shower alike.
Stroll to the village centre for pubs, restaurants and the pretty sand dunes along the estuary beach, a lovely walk with the dog. In season a passenger ferry links Instow with Appledore, Barnstaple and Bideford are a short drive, the National Trust coast paths lead on towards Clovelly and beyond, and The Oldenburg sails to Lundy Island for the day.
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from £911 for 7 nights
Beach Ahoy Instow takes 1 dog and is booked through holidaycottages.co.uk.
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At a Glance
- Dogs Welcome
- 1 dog
- Enclosed Garden
- Yes
- Enclosed rear garden with patio garden furniture | BBQ available | 1 dog allowed
- Sleeps
- 6 guests
- Rooms
- 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
- Price
- from £911 / 7 nights
- Grading
- 5 star
- Arrival
- in from 17:00, out by 10:00
- Facilities
- Hot tub, Parking, Wifi
Beach Ahoy Instow from £911 for 7 nights
Book with holidaycottages.co.ukFrequently Asked Questions
Is Beach Ahoy Instow dog friendly?
Yes, Beach Ahoy welcomes one dog. The house has an enclosed rear garden, and Instow beach is reachable on foot, so you and your dog can get straight out without touching the car.
Are dogs allowed at Beach Ahoy Instow year round?
The listing doesn't specify seasonal restrictions, but the description presents Instow's estuary beach as an everyday walk rather than a seasonal one. It's worth confirming directly with the property before you book if timing is important to you.
What should I know before visiting Beach Ahoy Instow with my dog?
The property allows one dog only, so it's not the right fit if you're travelling with more. The enclosed rear garden is a useful bonus, and Instow's estuary sand stays firm at low water, which the listing notes is noticeably kinder on older dogs than the soft dry sand at nearby Saunton Sands. The Tarka Trail is under two miles away for a longer flat run, and Saunton Sands and Westward Ho are both within four miles if you want to vary the walks across the week.
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Beach Ahoy Instow from £911 for 7 nights
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