Instow - Tarka Sands

This ground-floor apartment in Instow sleeps four across two bedrooms: a king-size room and a twin, the latter with its own en-suite shower room. A further shower room sits along the hallway, giving guests two separate washing facilities, though neither should be counted as a full bathroom with bath. The open-plan lounge, kitchen and dining area forms the heart of the apartment, with patio doors opening onto a small private patio furnished with outdoor seating, plus access to a shared garden used by residents of the building.

The kitchen is equipped for self-catering with an electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge-freezer, dishwasher and washing machine, so preparing meals during a longer stay is straightforward. The lounge has a smart TV and soft furnishings, and the apartment benefits from electric and central heating, with bed linen and towels provided as standard. Wi-Fi is included throughout the stay.

One allocated parking space is provided outside the property, with additional parking available on a first-come, first-served basis for a second vehicle if needed. The apartment sits within an apartment block close to Instow's beach, shop and pub, all reachable on foot. Dogs are not permitted at this property, and it is worth noting that the rooms are not large enough to accommodate an infant travel cot, so it suits couples, families with older children, or groups of up to four adults rather than those travelling with a baby.

Check-in is from 4pm and checkout by 10am. The apartment occasionally has Christmas decorations in place during the festive season. With its ground-floor layout and estuary-side position near Instow, this is a practical base for exploring North Devon's coastline without tackling stairs within the apartment itself.