Find cottages and self catering and close to a sandy beach in Bideford and Barnstaple.

Superb self catering in Bideford and Barnstaple that are near the beach includes both apartments and cottages and will suit couples, families and groups of all sizes. For those looking for self catering with a little bit of luxury or quality on a budget, then you will find some great short break and holiday self catering cottages in Bideford and Barnstaple in Devon.

At Tarka Sands, Bideford

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A comfortable ground floor apartment opening directly onto a patio with lovely views of the estuary and yacht club

Situated just a stone's throw from the Tarka Trail and the stunning Taw Estuary, this comfortable ground floor apartment can be ente... more

Apple Tree Cottage, Bideford

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Surprisingly spacious cottage close to the estuary seafront, light and bright throughout with modern styling and fabulous open fireplace for cosy evenings. Parking can be found roadside or in a choice of car parks nearby.

This delightful and surpr... more

South Corner, Instow

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

With fabulous views over the Torridge Estuary and just a gentle stroll to Instow's soft sandy beach, South Corner is a perfect choice in this popular village.

In an enviable location directly on the Marine Parade and enjoying fabulous views over t... more

Cedars Lodge, Northam

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Delightful single storey annex with wonderful countryside views

With wonderful countryside views from the spacious sun lounge and garden this delightful single storey annexe is an ideal quiet retreat on the edge of Northam village. Cedars Lodge ha... more

Huish Cottage, Barnstaple

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A spacious thatched character cottage nestling in a rural hamlet just a short drive from Croyde, Saunton and Woolacombe

Set in the rural hamlet of Kings Heanton, just a short drive from a choice of fabulous North Devon beaches and the village of B... more

Clearwater, Instow

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A modern stylish apartment, perfect for couples, just a five minute stroll from the beach.

This immaculately presented pied-a-terre is just a five minute stroll from Instow's fabulous beach, a great choice of restaurants, pubs and delightful delic... more

Corner Cottage, Appledore

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

Panoramic estuary views can be enjoyed from this cosy fisherman’s cottage. Parking available roadside or in nearby car parks.

Appledore has an abundance of unspoilt charm, its many fishermen's cottages tucked away in a maze of narrow cobbled pathw... more

Georges Cottage, Bideford

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A picture postcard thatched cottage in an idyllic sleepy hamlet, just a stones throw from a stunning sand and shingle cove.

This Grade 11 listed picture postcard thatched cottage nestles in the sleepy hamlet of Bucks Mills just a stone's throw fro... more

House Martins, Muddiford

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A fabulous barn conversion with great countryside views situated on the edge of Exmoor National Park and just a short drive from the stunning beaches of Woolacombe and Croyde.

House Martins is idyllically located in beautiful countryside within ea... more

Emilys Cottage, Bideford

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A pretty thatched cottage tucked away in the coastal village of Bucks Mills, Devon.

This pretty semi detached thatched cottage is tucked away in Bucks Mills, a picturesque village on the edge of the sea. Full of character features including pine l... more

Stars Cove, Instow

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

First Class apartment overlooking the estuary sleeping 4. Just 100yds from the estuary beach and close to all village amenities.

This famously charming village offers glorious views across the beach and estuary to the historic fishing port of Appl... more

Birds Cottage, Appledore

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A charming character home nestling in a row of Fishermans cottages just a short stroll from the quay. Parking can be found roadside along the quay or in nearby car parks.

Tucked away in a charming narrow street within a short stroll of the bustlin... more

Chandlers Court, Instow

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A modern stylish apartment with stunning estuary views just a short stroll from the soft sandy beach

Chandlers Court is the ideal place to relax or have an action packed holiday. It is set on the edge of the Taw Estuary with lovely views of the ev... more

Scrumpy Cottage, Bideford

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A fabulous cottage just a short stroll from The Quay with stylish modern interior and some estuary views. Extremely well equipped and perfect for both families and couples. Unrestricted roadside parking available.

This lovely terraced cottage sits... more

Williams Cottage, Bideford

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Beach

A beautiful cottage with breath-taking sea views, just perfect for couples.

Perched on the cliff top edge of one of the prettiest villages in North Devon, Williams Cottage enjoys breath-taking sea views stretching from Baggy to Hartland Point with... more