Finest Retreats - The Old School House

The Old School House, Instow, EX39 4LU, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

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  • Entire home
  • 1722 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Garden
  • Pet friendly
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Bathtub

Finest Retreats - The Old School House is located in Instow, just 4.3 miles from Lundy Island and 4.9 miles from Royal North Devon Golf Club. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and private check-in and check-out, along with free Wifi throughout the property. Outdoor dining is also possible at the vacation home. Finest Retreats - The Old School House features 4 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms. Towels and bed linen are featured in the vacation home. There's also a seating area and a fireplace. Cycling is possible within the area and the accommodation offers a private beach area. Westward Ho! is 5.3 miles from Finest Retreats - The Old School House, while Watermouth Castle is 18 miles away. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 57 miles from the vacation home.

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Most popular amenities
  • Parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Private beach area

Property highlights

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
2 twin beds
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
Bedroom 3:
1 king bed
Bedroom 4:
1 king bed
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Company review score: 8.7Based on 2,211 reviews from 516 properties
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Company info

Finest Retreats are holiday lettings experts with a selection of handpicked cottages across the UK. For the best possible rates always check out Finest Retreats. There is a 30% deposit charged at the time of booking and the balance is due six weeks before arrival.

Property info

Stay at The Old School House, a large and spacious character cottage situated in an elevated position above the pretty village of Instow. Featuring many of the schoolhouses’ original features, the home-from-home is advantageously located very close to the sought after the North Devon coastline and beaches. Guests can enjoy views over the countryside to the estuary, or step outside onto the sunny and secluded decked rear garden. The Old School House can host up to eight guests over four generously sized bedrooms. Two king size rooms, with an additional two twin rooms can accommodate all family members. The heart of the home is undoubtedly the living area, with comfortable sofas, wood burning stove, pool table, smart TV and Wi-Fi included during your visit. The fully fitted kitchen provides all modern amenities needed for a self-catering stay including dishwasher, microwave, oven, and fridge/freezer. You’ll find a downstairs bathroom with shower, WC and basin, with additional family bathroom on the first floor. This enchanting coastal town of Instow is a wonderful spot for a North Devon break. Its central location along the coastline allows the opportunity to venture to the local larger towns of Bideford, Barnstaple, and Westward Ho! There are many breath-taking beaches to discover nearby, and the picturesque steep hillside fishing village of Clovelly is only 15 miles away. All in all, a perfect place to base a holiday in this beautiful area as there will be something to entertain all ages. Please note this property has a spiral staircase leading to the bedrooms on the first floor. Parking is available outside of the property on the roadside. The Old School House is suited to groups of families/friends and is not suitable for any stag/hen parties or large events. For more information and bookings please contact Finest Retreats.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Finest Retreats - The Old School House
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular amenities
  • Parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Private beach area
Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and charges may apply.
  • Street parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Private beach area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Garden
Activities
  • Beach
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
Outdoor & View
  • Garden view
  • View
Building Characteristics
  • Semi-detached
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Miscellaneous
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of GBP 150 is required on arrival. That's about USD 186. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

No cribs or extra beds are available.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa American Express Cash is not accepted Finest Retreats - The Old School House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

A damage deposit of £150 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Finest Retreats - The Old School House

  • Check-in at Finest Retreats - The Old School House is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The prices at Finest Retreats - The Old School House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Finest Retreats - The Old School House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Private beach area
    • Beach

  • Finest Retreats - The Old School House can accommodate this group size:

    • 8 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Finest Retreats - The Old School House has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 4 bedrooms

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, Finest Retreats - The Old School House is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Finest Retreats - The Old School House is 2,950 feet from the center of Instow. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.