Cleveland Villa

Stylish modern beach villa situated in the delightful quaint village of Instow, this high-quality property provides ample space for families and groups of friends. Wake up to welcoming views of Instow’s sandy beach, located on the estuary of the rivers Taw and Torridge. Stretching over 1200 yards, this family-friendly beach is perfect for playing games, building sandcastles and flying kites. Due to its sheltered nature, it’s also an idyllic spot for a picnic and an afternoon of sunbathing before exploring the local dunes. Instow’s picturesque village is a short stroll away and offers a variety of pubs and restaurants serving locally caught seafood. Across the waterfront, you’ll find the historic fishing village of Appledore, where you can soak up some ancient maritime history and wander through the winding narrow streets and colourful pastel cottages. Back on the other side of the waterfront, enjoy views of the sailing boats before picking up any essentials from the well-stocked Instow village store, where you can enjoy a bite to eat at the award-winning delicatessen and cafe. Then you can set foot on the Tarka Trail. An 180-mile, figure-eight loop inspired by the route travelled by Tarka the Otter, this enjoyable walk will take you right back to your doorstep. If you’re lucky, you might even spot a River Otter along the way. Just a short drive away sit the spectacular surfing beaches and family attractions of Westward Ho! And Saunton Sands.

After a long day of surfing, sunbathing and stretching your legs, open up the welcoming front door, leave your walking shoes in the hallway and enjoy the comfort of the spacious living room. Curl up in front of the original fireplace with a book or a glass of wine, and on balmier evenings, open up the large French windows where you’ll find a private patio to enjoy your dinner al fresco style. The modern kitchen comes complete with underfloor heating and a Bose sound system - perfect for cooking up fresh seafood dinners to the soundtrack of your choice before tucking in around the large dining table. On the first floor of this bright, contemporary apartment, you’ll find two bedrooms each with a king size bed. After a restful night’s sleep, throw open the curtains and wake up to inviting views over the estuary. At the rear of the property, a compact King room and bedroom with bunk beds and a single bed all make use of the spacious family bathroom. Sit back in a relaxing bubble bath after the younger guests have gone to bed before making the most of the outside patio.

Set on the ground floor, this scenic outdoor space runs along the side of the villa up to a raised decked area. Sink into comfortable seating and take a moment to watch the sunset over the North Devonshire coast.