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The Retreat

3.0 star property
Cottage in Bideford with kitchen

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Cottage | Interior
Cottage | Living area | TV, DVD player
Cottage | Exterior
Cottage | Dining
Cottage | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster
The Retreat provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Retreat

Cottage in Bideford with kitchen
This smoke-free cottage features a garden, barbecue grills, and free self parking. WiFi in public areas is free. The cottage has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. Guests will find a kitchen with a refrigerator, a stovetop, and a microwave. Housekeeping is not available.
Guest accommodations at this cottage offer DVD players. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Accommodations at this 3-star cottage have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. This Bideford cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • No housekeeping service
  • Virtual front desk

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email with check-in information
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is professionally cleaned

Property is also known as

Retreat House Bideford
Retreat Bideford
The Retreat Cottage
The Retreat Bideford
The Retreat Cottage Bideford

About the neighborhood

Located in Bideford, this cottage is near the beach. While the natural beauty of North Devon Coast and Woolacombe Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Ilfracombe Harbour. The Big Sheep and Clovelly Village are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Bideford, England

What's nearby

  • West Appledore - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Clovelly Village - 9 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Instow Beach - 10 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Saunton Sands - 33 min drive - 20.6 miles
  • Croyde Bay Beach - 36 min drive - 22.1 miles

Getting around

  • Barnstaple Station - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Boathouse - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Royal North Devon Golf Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Royal Hotel - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Westleigh Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cafe du Parc - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Retreat?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Retreat?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Retreat?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Retreat located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of West Appledore and Northam Burrows Country Park. Instow Beach and South West Coast Path Section 7 Trailhead are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

7.2

Good

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