Find Self-Catering Holiday Homes in Bideford
From a party town at New Year to a lovely quiet family town – Bideford on the North Devon coast is known for many qualities, from riverside walks to its spacious park and a popular art gallery. Once an important port on the estuary of The River Torridge (it supplied ships to help Drake defeat the Spanish Armada). The Quayside still receives regular visits from maritime vessels. It is lined with welcoming local shops facing the water, scattered with little pastel-coloured houses. The Quay is an embarkation point for the 2-hour ferry trip to Lundy Island, a lovely day trip in spring and summer. Many independent shops in and around Bideford stock fresh-caught fish, local meats and organic produce; another reason to book holiday cottages in Bideford: You'll eat well! As you wander the winding, paved shopping streets, you're more likely to encounter tiny shops from fantastic photography to intricate pottery instead of the usual High St chains.
- Sleeps
- 5
- Bedrooms
- 3
Crooked Lake is a charming rural holiday cottage in North Devon between Bideford and Clovelly. This charming 17th-century secluded cottage is ideal for a quiet and relaxing getaway amidst beautiful countryside just a short distance from the coast.
- Sleeps
- 8
- Bedrooms
- 4
The Old Chapel is a superb North Devon holiday cottage on the coast in Clovelly. The former chapel boasts 10 acres of meadows with a pond and sea views, church windows, vaulted beamed ceilings, a floor-to-ceiling fireplace and many more original features.
- Sleeps
- 8
- Bedrooms
- 2
With two bedrooms accommodating up to 8 guests, The Annexe is the ideal choice for families or friends seeking a memorable North Devon holiday. However, this versatile coastal cottage also appeals to couples looking to escape for a romantic, relaxing break. This pet-friendly haven boasts a private hot tub, a heated swimming pool, a tennis court, and even table tennis for hours of family fun. From the cottage, you can soak in panoramic views of the coast and revel in breathtaking sunsets.
- Sleeps
- 6
- Bedrooms
- 3
Enjoy a rural escape in the North Devon countryside with a stay at The Corn Tallet, one of a group of child-friendly holiday cottages near Bideford on a working sheep farm. It features a heated swimming pool and upside-down accommodation for up to six guests.
- Sleeps
- 17
- Bedrooms
- 9
Stoneleigh is a gorgeous 19th-century North Devon holiday let designed by prominent Victorian architect William Bryden and situated on the coast in Northam. This large, child-friendly holiday home boasts ornate brickwork, original sash windows, a traditional games room, and space for up to 17 guests.
- Sleeps
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
A stunning new North Devon beach apartment for 2015 in Westward Ho! This beautiful seaside holiday apartment has a contemporary interior, high-quality spec with a balcony and fantastic sea views, directly overlooking the beach in this family-friendly resort.
- Sleeps
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
The Retreat is a charming North Devon holiday cottage in Appledore. The pet-friendly cottage offers an enviable waterside location, a spacious garden, exposed beams and sash windows, and a fantastic base for memorable seaside holidays.