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Grade 2 Georgian Townhouse, spacious accommodation, town centre location.
Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony
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Reviews
8.6 out of 10
Excellent
6 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 12400 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

- Place, Clovelly Village
- Place, The Big Sheep
- Place, Instow Beach
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds and 1 Crib
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 6
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Ground floor WC cloakroom
Soap · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
Grade 2 Georgian Townhouse, spacious accommodation, town centre location.
Waterloo House dates back to 1815 and has an interesting history. It was once a boys school, and has the remains of the old Bideford potteries in the garden walls.
As of 2024, we have finished upgrading the house with new windows, new carpets/floorings, and is newly decorated inside and out.
The house stands proudly in a Georgian terrace and looks out over a beautifully manicured bowling green. Situated in a no through road with limited traffic, there is parking available in the local sports ground a few steps away (£2.50 a day). The house stands on 3 floors with ample accommodation for 12 people. There are 6 bedrooms, (4 doubles and 2 twins), 3 reception rooms, a good sized kitchen, and a games room.
From the first floor kitchen, there is a sun terrace with steps that lead down to the patio area and rear garden. This walled garden is secure, peaceful and secluded. Half is laid to patio with the rear section to grass with some wild nooks and cranny's including a magical corner summer house.
Bideford is affectionately known as 'The Little White Town' and has an interesting maze of narrow streets to explore with many fine Georgian and Victorian buildings. Some delightful shops and cafes are just a few minutes walk from the house, as well as Victoria Park situated along side the River Torridge and offers a museum and cafe, children's play area and paddling pool.
Cycle hire is available in Bideford and the Tarka trail is recommended stretching from Torrington through Bideford to Barnstaple.
As of 2024, we have finished upgrading the house with new windows, new carpets/floorings, and is newly decorated inside and out.
The house stands proudly in a Georgian terrace and looks out over a beautifully manicured bowling green. Situated in a no through road with limited traffic, there is parking available in the local sports ground a few steps away (£2.50 a day). The house stands on 3 floors with ample accommodation for 12 people. There are 6 bedrooms, (4 doubles and 2 twins), 3 reception rooms, a good sized kitchen, and a games room.
From the first floor kitchen, there is a sun terrace with steps that lead down to the patio area and rear garden. This walled garden is secure, peaceful and secluded. Half is laid to patio with the rear section to grass with some wild nooks and cranny's including a magical corner summer house.
Bideford is affectionately known as 'The Little White Town' and has an interesting maze of narrow streets to explore with many fine Georgian and Victorian buildings. Some delightful shops and cafes are just a few minutes walk from the house, as well as Victoria Park situated along side the River Torridge and offers a museum and cafe, children's play area and paddling pool.
Cycle hire is available in Bideford and the Tarka trail is recommended stretching from Torrington through Bideford to Barnstaple.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Caution required - 4 flights of stairs.
Events
Events allowed
Only guest private parties. no paid for events.
Pets
Pets allowed
By prior arrangement only. Charges apply.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed in the house.
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Only guest private parties. no paid for events.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Bideford
Located in Bideford, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a river. Royal North Devon Golf Club and Survival Paintball are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore North Devon Coast and Northam Burrows Country Park. Travelling with kids? Consider The Big Sheep and Clovelly Village. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Bideford, North Devon
What's nearby
- Clovelly Village - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
- The Big Sheep - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
- Royal North Devon Golf Club - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
- Instow Beach - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
- Saunton Sands - 31 min drive - 30.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Subway - 13 min walk
- Bideford Station - 8 min walk
- Blacksmith's Arms - 6 min walk
- Mr Chips - 11 min walk
- The Spice - 12 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window10/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
9 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
David A.
23 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A house with style (and lots of space)
David A.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020
8/10 Good
Maria C.
23 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good weekend in Bideford
Maria C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
8/10 Good
Jane H.
1 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lack of toilets?
Jane H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
8/10 Good
Elizabeth W.
24 Apr 2019
Spacious period property in the heart of town
Elizabeth W.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
6/10 Okay
Katie H.
8 Nov 2018
The house isn't as advertised in the pictures and is in need of lots of money spent
Katie H.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
10/10 Excellent
Nial G.
28 Oct 2018
Had a great few days in Bideford
Nial G.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018
4/10 Poor
Rod C.
16 Sept 2018
GOOD LOCATION
Rod C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
17 Aug 2018
Location fabulous
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
10/10 Excellent
Paul N.
8 Aug 2018
Excellent place for large groups.
Paul N.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
8/10 Good
Simon G.
2 Aug 2018
Nice large property
Simon G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
10/10 Excellent
sarah u.
14 Apr 2018
Excellent size and very well equipped
sarah u.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
27 Aug 2014
A Perfect Family Holiday
About the host
Hosted by Gaynor Cox
We live in a small village in North Cornwall where we also run Stewarts House Holiday Cottages. Having self catered on holidays ourselves over the years with our own family, we had an idea of what we wanted to offer in a holiday home. With a few years experience behind us now and with local knowledge we can help our guests get the most out of their holiday. It's important to us that our guests enjoy their stay and we will always be on hand if needed.
Why they chose this property
Bideford had a lot to offer without having to drive too far. The town has a lot of character with quaint back streets offering independent shops, cafes, bars and restaurants. There is a lovely riverside park with walks and cycle paths along the river Torridge. Ideally placed for exploring North Devon and also only 40 minutes from North Cornwall. You can also take the ferry boat from Bideford to Lundy Island.
What makes this property unique
If you are trying to cater to lots of different needs, Waterloo House may have the answer. A central town position for easy shopping and doorstep activities for teenagers and younger people, whilst the beaches and countryside are a very easy short drive away. Cars will be able to park in the sports ground opposite at £2.50 per day and outside the house for loading and during off peak permit hours. If you need to rely on public transport, the buses can take you to Barnstaple and beyond. We are fortunate that the house is in a quiet no through road and there seems to be little traffic noise for a house as central as this.
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