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Sky Blue

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4.9
out of 5
Devon » 4 Barton Close, Instow, EX39 4GG
Sleeps up to 8
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 4
Nestled in the heart of Instow, one of North Devon’s most charming seaside villages, this spectacular coastal retreat with a hot tub and games room is perfect for families or groups of friends keen to answer the call of the coast. Maximising far-reaching views across the local coastline, the reverse-level layout of this home-from-home features four bedrooms on the ground floor, two en-suite super-king-sizes, one super-king-size zip-and-link (can be made up as a twin) and one super-king-size zip-and-link (can be made up as a twin) with access to a Jack-and-Jill bathroom; crisp, white linens ensure a dreamy slumber.
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About Sky Blue

Nestled in the heart of Instow, one of North Devon’s most charming seaside villages, this spectacular coastal retreat with a hot tub and games room is perfect for families or groups of friends keen to answer the call of the coast. Maximising far-reaching views across the local coastline, the reverse-level layout of this home-from-home features four bedrooms on the ground floor, two en-suite super-king-sizes, one super-king-size zip-and-link (can be made up as a twin) and one super-king-size zip-and-link (can be made up as a twin) with access to a Jack-and-Jill bathroom; crisp, white linens ensure a dreamy slumber.

Upstairs, the open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner combines stylish design with extra special homely touches; warm chilly toes beside the flame effect log fire or throw open the large picture window to the glass Juliette balcony to enjoy breathtaking views as you unwind. The enclosed garden is a haven of tranquillity; dine alfresco on the raised deck, wash sandy toes in the hot outdoor shower on the lower patio, play garden games on the lawn, relax in the hot tub or let off some steam in the games room.

Outside, you’ll also find private parking for four cars. The postcard-perfect village of Instow boasts a sandy beach with towering dunes and some wonderful independent pubs and delis showcasing seasonal local produce.

Keen outdoor explorers can join the Tarka Trail (less than 0.5 miles), a traffic-free walking and cycle path occupying a disused railway line; follow the estuary along the trail to reach the market town of Bideford (4 miles) to the stroll along its stunning quayside. Jump aboard the seasonal passenger ferry from Instow to the fishing village of Appledore (5.5 miles) to discover its quaint narrow streets or enjoy a traditional bucket and spade day at the seaside at Westward Ho!

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Sky Blue Reviews

Claire
Absolutely stunning property, would highly recommend staying here. There is plenty of social space, the games room is great and the kitchen is well equipped to cook group meals. Comfy beds, amazingly clean and great views across the estuary.
Julia
This house is one of the nicest holiday homes we have ever stayed in. Not only is the location amazing, the house is stunning and the owners are fabulous. We were welcomed with a lovely hamper from the local shop which was unexpected and greatly appreciated. If youâ??re looking for a special house in a great location that is very dog friendly â?¦ this is the place for you!
Emma
Beautiful well spacious place, beautiful views, great space to park, games room was good as well as hot tub even though the weather wasnâ??t on our side the days we didnâ??t go out we watched films and played games provided by the owners. There was lovely places to walk for food as well as driving to get food, property had all the essentials you could ask for and the outside space was amazing lots of seating and areas to just relax. Highly recommend this beautiful place the owner Naomi popped in the day of arrival to check we are okay and to let us know she is on hand if anything we needed which was very reassuring but as the property was so well managed we didnâ??t need to bother her. Thank you for a great stay we will be booking again
Elaine
We had a wonderful time at Sky Blue. Amazing spacious property with beautiful gardens and games room. Ideal for our family with 4 children and adults. Wonderful sea views from inside and outside and walking distance into Instow. Beautifully designed inside and out. Will be back.
Justine
Sky Blue is the most fantastic place to stay. It is in a wonderfully peaceful location with easy access both to Instow as well as lovely walks up the hill beyond the property which offer breathtaking views over the estuary. Every effort and thought has been given to making Sky Blue a luxury stay whilst also feeling like a home from home. The attention to detail and genuine care for guests is evident in every aspect of the house, we were repeatedly and consistently delighted. We would stay here again in a heartbeat and wholly recommend the property. Naomi was an attentive and warm host who showed genuine interest in making our stay as lovely as possible.
David
Beautiful modern property in idyllic location. We had an amazing time.
Nicholas
The whole family loved the property and it's location and definitely would love to come back, maybe not to that exact property as the upside down living isn't entirely to our liking. It's looks absolutely fabulous but does have it's drawbacks but until you've done it' it's hard to explain really without having a real appreciation for what we could say. The property is extremely well proportioned and really doesn't lack for anything at all, it's fabulously appointed and the things I'd recommended to the owners as improvements are probably a bit picky and personal to what we like. Everything is here for a family, plenty of room etc, great that there was car charging there too, really handy to have that.
Elaine
I had a delightful holiday with my family and two dogs. The house, garden, hot tub and BBQ were spotless. The facilities and equipment - oven, crockery, cutlery, glasses, bed linen, beds, settees, tv, big enclosed garden etc - were all first class. This property deserves five stars. It is located two minutes from a lovely beach,which can be seen from the beautiful picture windows or the balcony. It is easy to access other tourist spots in North Devon. I would highly recommend this holiday accommodation.
Paul
Naomi was extremely helpful pre arrival and during the stay, it is an excellent house with amazing facilities and a great location to allow for travel across North Devon. Great hot tub and family space either in the garden, the play room or the balcony area - each with amazing views 6 adults, 2 children stayed for a week and we had an amazing time in the house
Erik
Sky Blue is a luxury holiday stay, fitted beautifully throughout. Located well with stunning views. It has everything you could want. We stayed with the whole family of 8 & Bailey our dog & thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Naomi was lovely and welcoming.Thankyou !
Ash
We really enjoyed our stay at Sky Blue. We went as a family of 6 with 2 dogs. The property is spacious and well thought out. It contains everything you would want & need. The outdoor space is great for the dogs with a secure fence round the property & plenty of space for them to run. The location is great for walks with pubs and coffee shops at different distances away to suit all.
Jeremy
This is a beautiful modern property with fantastic views & very good location 10 min walk to the dog friendly beach. It has lovely comfortable bedrooms with a well laid out top floor which will give you a very nice home feeling. Kitchen equipment is top notch with everything you would require. Hot tub has a lovely view from it & has lights to it at night if you like to relax later in the day. Itâ??s quiet on the the estate which is nice to chill out. We have been to Instow 3 times & no doubt will go again in the future, this will be our go to, if we can get the booking of course.
Dave
We had a fabulous stay at Sky Blue for half term. The beds were super comfy, the house was warm and cosy and the location was perfect. A short walk to the dunes then along the beach to the village. The games room was fabulous when the weather turned against us. Can see this being a great base no matter what time of year, with excellent outdoor areas and seating too.
Phil
The perfect place. We stayed here with friends for 5 days and we all had an amazing time. The bedrooms were great sizes, the property was decorated beautifully with Christmas decorations, the living area was stunning and perfect for the 9 of us, hot tub was well used, pool table was fun and location was perfect. We walked down to the beach every day and often walked down to the pubs in the village. Will definitely come back
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Attractions Near Sky Blue

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained at Sky Blue itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what Devon 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.
Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park - EX34 0NG
about 11 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.
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.
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!