Key Point in Cornwall. Book This Hot Tub Cottage For Less

About Key Point

Discover the epitome of luxury with a stay at this stunning detached house, nestled in an elevated position that affords breathtaking river views over Instow. This property is a haven for relaxation and comfort, accommodating up to 10 guests in 5 beautifully appointed bedrooms, complete with 4 en-suite bathrooms.

Indulge in the sumptuous hot tub, taking in the fantastic views, or enjoy a BBQ in the private garden.

The house boasts a variety of cosy and inviting spaces, including a lounge with a wood burner and a covered porch with rattan seating, perfect for unwinding with a drink.

With its proximity to the sandy estuary beach of Instow, this is an ideal base for exploring North Devon's many attractions. Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled break, this property offers the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and convenience.

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Need To Know

Waterside views
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Hot tub
Internet access
Games / Play facilities
Pub within 1 mile
Shop within 1 mile
Beach within 5 miles
Luxury
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Electric vehicle charging
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Cottages Near Key Point

The Anchorage Instow

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South West of England » Cornwall

Sleeps 14

Hot Tub

Bedrooms: 7

Located right on the picturesque quayside at Instow, this handsome property is within easy walking distance of the local pubs and a deli, perfect for enjoying hearty meals and stocking up on local supplies for your stay.

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Redland House

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South West of England » Cornwall

Sleeps 22

Hot Tub

Bedrooms: 11

One of Devon s most prestigious destinations, Instow boasts a family feel with friendly pubs, restaurants, shops and sand dunes. From the town, follow the riverside trail to the market town of Bideford, where there is a choice of shops and pubs as well as pannier and open air markets.

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Quay Close Cottage

0 Miles

South West of England » Cornwall

Sleeps 2

Hot Tub

Bedrooms: 1

Situated in the centre of Instow yet in a quiet cul de sac backing onto the Tarka Trail is this delightful cottage, ideal for couples.

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Spindrift

0 Miles

South West of England » Cornwall

Sleeps 6

Hot Tub

Bedrooms: 3

This property is a great base from which to explore this ever popular area; and just a short stroll to the waterside front of Instow which boasts pubs, restaurants and pretty sand dunes along the estuary beach.

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Tides At Instow

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South West of England » Cornwall

Sleeps 8

Hot Tub

Bedrooms: 4

This spacious, beautifully presented detached property ,built in 2020, sits in an exclusive spot just behind the sand dunes of Instow beach.

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Sandbars Instow

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South West of England » Cornwall

Sleeps 8

Hot Tub

Bedrooms: 4

A beautifully presented holiday home in the estuary village of Instow, which is home to a selection of eateries, and of course the golden sand dunes of this estuary beach.

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Beach Ahoy! Instow

0 Miles

South West of England » Cornwall

Sleeps 6

Hot Tub

Bedrooms: 3

Providing a great holiday experience with sandy beach and delightful walks right on your doorstep. Stroll to the village centre which boasts pubs, restaurants and pretty sand dunes along the estuary beach.

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Castaway Cottage

0 Miles

South West of England » Cornwall

Sleeps 6

Hot Tub

Bedrooms: 3

A superb house tucked away in the quaint fishing village of Appledore, with magnificent estuary views and close to many sandy beaches.

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Fairways Appledore

1 Miles

South West of England » Cornwall

Sleeps 8

Hot Tub

Bedrooms: 4

This traditional North Devon fishing village with its nautical past is great to explore. Within a short walk are shops, galleries, family pubs serving food, restaurants and the Maritime Museum.

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Yeoldon House

1 Miles

South West of England » Cornwall

Sleeps 20

Hot Tub

Bedrooms: 10

This characterful former hotel is set on the outskirts of the quaint village of Northam. The South West Coast Path and Tarka Trail are within easy access and are traffic free, providing the opportunity to explore North Devon by foot or bicycle.

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Helpful Info To Get More From Your Stay

What do guests love about this accommodation?

Guests adored the stunning river views and the luxurious hot tub, which provided a relaxing experience with a picturesque backdrop. The spaciousness of the house was a hit among larger groups, ensuring comfort for everyone. The proximity to the beach and local pubs was also highly appreciated, along with the well-equipped kitchen and cosy wood burner.

Getting there

To get to the property, if driving from the M5, exit at Junction 27 and follow the A361 towards Barnstaple. Continue on the A39 towards Bideford and follow signs for Instow. For rail travellers, the nearest train station is Barnstaple, from where you can take a taxi or local bus services to reach the property.

Nearby Essentials

During your stay, you'll have convenient access to a selection of nearby amenities, including some of the area's tastiest takeout options. Click any of the postcodes for a map along with handy driving instructions and the fastest route from your accommodation.

Service	Distance (miles)	Postcode
Pharmacy	1.2 miles	EX39 3HN
Train station	5.1 miles	EX31 2AU
Pub	0.5 miles	EX39 4LU
Dog walk	0.2 miles	EX39 4LN
Supermarket	1.3 miles	EX39 3DU
Indian takeaway ('Taj Mahal')	1.4 miles	EX39 3BH
Chinese takeaway ('China Orchids')	1.4 miles	EX39 3BH
Italian takeaway ('La Famiglia')	1.5 miles	EX39 2DR

For families with Kids

This destination is a family-friendly gem, offering a secure garden for play and a games room that will keep children entertained. The nearby sandy beach of Instow provides ample opportunity for sandcastle building and paddling, ensuring a fun-filled stay for the little ones.

Is Key Point A good location for couples?

Couples will find this destination idyllic, with its romantic river views and cosy wood burner for intimate evenings. Nearby, the picturesque village of Instow offers romantic beach walks, while a short drive away, the charming town of Appledore provides quaint streets and waterfront dining for memorable days out.

Dining and Cafes

Nearby, the 'Instow Arms' offers delightful meals with a view (01271 860608), while 'The Boathouse' is known for its sumptuous dishes (01271 861292). For a quick bite, 'Johns Deli' serves up tasty treats (01271 860310), all within a short stroll from the property.

Within walking distance of your cottage

A short walk away you'll find the sandy estuary beach of Instow, charming local pubs, delightful cafes, and a superb deli, perfect for leisurely days by the sea and exploring the quaint village atmosphere.

Quickfire FAQs

Does this accommodation have a hot tub?

Yes, this accommodation features a private hot tub, offering guests a luxurious and relaxing experience with scenic views over the river.

Is this property pet friendly?

Indeed, the property welcomes pets, allowing up to two dogs to join their owners for a memorable stay amidst the beautiful surroundings.

How many people can this property accommodate?

The property can comfortably accommodate up to 10 guests, making it an ideal choice for larger families or groups seeking a spacious and luxurious getaway.

What type of bedrooms does the property have?

The property boasts 5 versatile bedrooms, with 3 super-king-size zip-and-link rooms and 2 twin zip-and-link rooms, all of which can be configured to suit guests' preferences.

Are there any games or play facilities available?

Yes, guests can enjoy a games room equipped with table tennis, darts, and table football, providing entertainment for all ages during their stay.

Is there parking available at the property?

The property offers ample off-road parking for up to 8 cars, ensuring convenience for guests arriving with their vehicles.

Key Point Reviews

Jean

A beautiful house, in a beautiful location with stunning views. The owners have thought of everything including some welcome treats. The Hot Tub is an added luxury. Very clean an absolute home from home. We will be back.

Penny

This was a great place to bring several generations of our family together for Christmas. The house was cosy but there was plenty of space for everyone. We had a lovely holiday.

Colin

Great cottage very big plenty of room lovely large bedrooms kitchen, living room everything you need for a great holiday

Sue

Had a fantastic time with friends. Very relaxing, cosy by the wood burner, well equiped and amazing views. Hosts were on hand if needed. Highly recommend. Sue

Amanda

Keypoint was a lovely place to stay. You couldn't ask for better facilities and the beds were so comfortable. We had 5 children in our group and space was not a problem. We will definitely book up again.

Genia

A fantastic opportunity for the whole family to enjoy this beautiful, spacious house with privacy both inside and out and daily changing views courtesy of nature. The games room was a hit with the men folk in our group whilst the outside undercover seating area allowed us to be outside despite the weather.

Jane

A wonderful property, extremely well equipped, comfortable beds and spacious. Lovely garden to explore with hot tub. We were a party of 8 adults, 2 children and 2 babies. All ages thoroughly enjoyed staying here. Absolutely stunning views from the veranda, where we sat every evening. Several pubs within walking distance. There is a beach at Instow, but better beaches to be found a short drive away. There is a foot ferry to Appledore. We would definitely recommend and would love to return.

JANET L

Owners were super as was the location, spent the whole week sitting in the very useful covered balcony. Would certainly return

Tim

Very welcoming cottage we all felt at home the minute we walked in. Absolutely no complaints from any of us and we all would recommend Key Point to anyone looking for a quiet relaxing seaside break. We had never been to Instow or Appledore before a very well kept secret from us. 10/10 for comfort cleanliness location and ambience thank you and well done

Malcolm

Another visit to this splendid holiday home. It meets the needs of three generations. The owners always call early in the holiday to check that everything is fine and mid week to check on the hot tub. Well equipped and comfortable.

Sioux

Highly recommended. Second stay at Key Point. Lovely house

Sandie

The cottage was everything we wanted and was walking distance to the beach which the dogs and our 18month old guest really liked. All the equipment was top notch and much appreciated. We were very grateful for the milk, cheese etc.

Joyemma

Absolutely beautiful house and location. Highly recommend to anyone looking to stay in Devon. A short walk down to the beach and pub.

Sheila

A well equipped and comfortable home in a good location with stunning views. We enjoyed our stay and the house and garden were dog friendly, making our stay more relaxing. Thank you.

Lorraine

Great house. Beautifully decorated and soo spacious. Location was great to explore North Devon. Owners were on hand if we needed them. Kitchen was fully equipped with everything we needed. Beds were very comfy. Views from the house were lovely. We all had a lovely holiday. Thank you

David

Great holiday with good location,lovely views and well equipped property.

Jane

Had a wonderful time, enjoyed the amenities. Lots of space, hot tub was a real treat. Wonderful time spent with family, thank you

Pat

This gorgeous house was very spacious, with amazingly well equipped kitchen, very comfortable beds and extremely clean. Every day we sat in the veranda, looking over the stunning Devon view of the pretty estuary which changes throughout the day according to the tide. The hot tub was used every day and the kids loved the table tennis. The village of Instow has good eating and a sandy beach with a little ferry to Appledore. An amazing family holiday.

Evelyn

Key Point is a wonderful house in a wonderful location with lovely helpful hosts, Sarah and Roger. Very comfortable, spacious and well equipped with everything you need. The hot tub was a bonus especially enjoyed by teenagers. Lovely views. We had a great family holiday. The walk to the beach is easy for the dogs and the enclosed back garden so use ful. Instow is delightful - we enjoyed glorious sunsets. I wish we could have stayed longer

Geoff

This is a lovely, spacious house (hardly a cottage!) with fantastic views across the estuary. We used the hot tub every day and it was in a great position. The sun-veranda was especially useful (although a bee trap!) and all the bedrooms were well-appointed and comfortable. This house is not inexpensive, but probably not too much out of line with p ost-Covid prices. Games room was an added bonus. Great to have such a nice welcome pack with tea, milk, coffee, cheese and more. Attentive hosts.

Ian

A very comfortable and well appointed property which suited the needs of a family of 9 adults and one baby. A fabulous view from the terrace that includes farmland and across to the estuary. A short walk down the hill brings you to the village of Instow that is served by a well stocked and good quality shop (Johns) and a number of pubs. The ferry c an take you to Appledore and it is only a short drive to other towns such as Croyde and Westward Ho!

Catherine

This was our first family holiday since our lovely mum died. We wanted to be together in a beautiful home in a beautiful place to make memories and to celebrate her life. We were not disappointed. Thank you both for allowing us to use your home and for the little kindness that you left for us on our arrival. You are the perfect hosts and your house is spectacular. We loved the Arga and all want one now!!

Shobha

Lovely cottage, great location and wonderful views. We were a party of 7 adults and 2 dogs. Mainly its secure for dogs, they can access the drive/road from the lower patio. The Jacuzzi was great as was the games room and we even had the wood burner on one evening, very cozy. Instow is a short walk away (10 mins) and The Boathouse is a must (we had Sunday lunch there and it was delicious, the staff were fab.) as is The Instow Arms. Looking forward to our next visit.

Dawn

Key Point is a fantastic holiday home, brilliantly equipped, spotlessly clean and in a lovely location. We had an excellent break here, thank you very much!

Anne

Lovely comfortable accommodation, amazing views, great for a multi-generation family holiday.

Jane

Lovely house lots of space lovely location can walk to beach. Dog freindly would go back again. A perfect holiday and weather was good to us.

Malcolm

Comfortable property in a wonderful setting. This was our second visit and wont be our last.

Joy

Fantastic house that overlooks the estuary. The house is full of personal touches that make it a home from home.

Diane

I booked this accommodation for the size as it was to bring family and friends together for my husband's 60th birthday. It absolutely served this purpose very well. There was lots of space for us to get together to eat and also sit together in the large lounge area. The aga offered amazing cooking facilities. I have never used one before and with s elf catering being the centre of our time together, it served us very well once I had taken the time to understand what it was capable of.

Sally

Wow! Such a lovely comfortable place to stay. Plenty of space for everyone. We were a party of 3 generations and everyones needs were catered for Beautiful surroundings, wonderful views from the property It was very clean, warm and cosy Lovely little details to the decor, and blankets for our chilly evenings sitting watching the sunset The owners r eally made us feel like it was a home from home & the welcome pack was very much appreciated too! Thank you for such an amazing relaxing & fun time

Clare

We had the pleasure of staying here for new year. The house was perfect for us - 4 adults, 4 teenagers and 2 dogs. So much room and space we didnt feel on top of each other at all. The house is extremely well equipped and the owners were very helpful when we had a small problem. We cant recommend Key Point enough, really hope to stay again.

Eileen

The house was fabulous. A real effort had been made on the Xmas decorations which we appreciated. There was plenty of space for our group of 9 adults, 2 small children and a dog so we never felt crowded. The bedrooms were really comfortable and views from the living room were fantastic. The house was extremely well equipped although we have made a few suggestions for some larger pots and pans to cater for such a big group. We loved the house and it was a perfect Xmas holiday for us all !!

Aly

Enjoyed a lovely long weekend at Key Point and would high recommend. The House is spacious and exceptionally well equipped and comfortable for our party of 9 and 2 dogs. Perfect ground level accommodation for my elderly Mum. House was decorated for the festive season and a lovely warm log burner was amazing. Such a nice touch to receive a lovely Bi rthday 'Welcome Pack', thank you! We will definitely return.

Rachel

We absolutely loved the house! It was so comfortable, clean and well-equipped. The views were beautiful and the hot tub was an added bonus! We thoroughly recommend a stay here.

Kerry

Just wonderful We had a fantastic stay here with views to die for. High spec and nothing too much trouble with the owners.

Laura

Fantastic stay for a group of 10. Plenty of space for everyone to be comfortable. All the little details were thought of (dishwasher and laundry tabs) and was lovely to have local produce (cheese and milk) on arrival. House was clean, tidy and had plenty of facilities. Hot tub and games room was a real plus. Would definitely stay again and recommen d

Cheryl

Wonderful hosts who visited us to make sure everything was perfect. For our party of 9 adults and a dog the accommodation and facilities were superb including towels for wiping dogs feet and a dog cage in the garage. Everything you could think of was in plentiful supply. The welcome pack of cheese, crackers, Prosecco, crisps, chocolates and milk wa s much appreciated, as were the pumpkin and Halloween decorations. Hot tub fantastic, views spectacular, great location. Highly recommended.

Catherine

A fabulous house with stunning views across the river estuary. Lots of thoughtful details in the house. Very well equipped kitchen. A very comfortable space to spread out in no matter the weather. Friendly and helpful owners. We would certainly return and recommend to others.

Pat

Our family gathering, all adults, was a great success. The house was well equipped, clean and very comfortable. There was a lovely welcome tray of goodies. The hot tub was used most days, even though the weather was most unkind. Just sitting in the covered deck area, wrapped up and with a glass of something, watching the grey clouds forming over th e beautiful views......oh I wish I was still there. This was a fabulous place to enjoy a restful holiday.

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Attractions Near Key Point

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained an Key Point itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what Cornwall has to offer, here are some of the nearby attractions you can enjoy during your stay. Please note that some of these activities and days out are paid and it's always a good idea to book in advance to secure your place where applicable.

Found a special day out near your cottage? Please let us know and we'll add it so that other visitors can enjoy it too!

The Big Sheep - EX39 5AP

about 4 Miles

This is a really unique attraction in the Devon region with many unique events taking place throughout the year. The Halloween Festival in October is well planned where you can take pumpkin carving workshops, ride the ghost train and go to witches flying school. All year round there are some excellent

North Devon Farm Park - EX32 7ET

about 8 Miles

North Devon Farm Park is a haven for wildlife and has a fantastic location making it the perfect place for a day out during the summertime. As well as gorgeous scenery, picnic areas and plenty of space for children to play the park offers a Play Area, Tea Room serving local produce, a Petting Zoo where little ones will love meeting the affectionate animals and Nature tTails. There is also a Play Area.

Milky Way Adventure Park - EX39 5RY

about 10 Miles

The Milky Way Adventure Park is a fun day out for the whole family and has rides and attractions for all ages. There are four major rides including a thrilling roller coaster and an amazing vertical slide for the older kids and grown ups and six fascinating live shows which will entertain the whole family. During your visit you can enjoy bird of prey experiences, find your way out of the maze and feed and cuddle the baby animals.

Exmoor Zoo - EX31 4SG

about 12 Miles

Exmoor Zoo is described as a "family zoo" on their website and it certainly makes a great day out for families. There are many exotic and rare animals as well as birds to see which are living in natural surroundings. Some recent improvements at the zoo include a new 5 metre tower at the cheetahs and raised walkways at the "beast". There is also a new viewing platform over the sitatunga. As well as the amazing animals to experience there are regular fun activities such as face painting, daily events and zoo trails.

Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park - EX34 0NG

about 12 Miles

Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park is a big hit with families and has a wonderful setting within 26 acres of Sub Tropical grounds. During a stroll around the site you will encounter so of the worlds most endangered animals and also take a peek back to prehistoric times when Dinosaurs roamed the earth. The park is home to the worlds only full size animatronic Tyrannosaurus Rex as well as Lions, Wolves, Sea Lions, Meerkats and many other species, Top attractions include the amazing Sea Lion Shows, Falconry Display and Sea Lion Swims.

Dingles Steam Village - EX14 0RS

about 27 Miles

Dingles Steam Village is an all weather attraction crammed with activities for the whole family to enjoy. The site has a wonderful Café serving home cooked meals, a fun Soft Play Area for younger children, an Agility Course for older kids and several Nature Trails for the family to explore together. The site also displays working and static exhibits of Steam Engines as well as old Fairground Rides so is educational as well as fun!