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The Crab Shell

Property class: 2.5

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A room with a view of the sea, a brown leather sofa, and patterned curtains. - The Crab Shell (Bideford)
A dining area with a wooden table set for four, a chandelier, and a staircase leading to an upper floor. - The Crab Shell (Bideford)
A view of a calm sea with a boat and a coastline visible through a window. - The Crab Shell (Bideford)
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A living room with a fireplace, a TV, leather sofas, and a large window with a view of the sea. - The Crab Shell (Bideford)
The Crab Shell provides amenities like an adjacent golf course and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

The Crab Shell

  • Cottage near North Devon Coast
  • The Crab Shell provides amenities like an adjacent golf course and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this cottage include:
  • Smoke-free premises
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include amenities such as free WiFi.
  • Other amenities include:
    • 2 bathrooms with showers
    • Wardrobes/closets, kitchens, and refrigerators

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Family friendly

  • High chair

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Shower

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • No housekeeping provided

Location highlights

  • Next to a golf course

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email with check-in information
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
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

About the neighborhood

Located in Bideford, this cottage is next to a golf course and near the beach. Chambercombe Manor and Arlington Court are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at North Devon Coast and Northam Burrows Country Park. Bideford Railway Heritage Centre and The Big Sheep are also worth visiting. Visit our Bideford travel guide
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Bideford, England

What's nearby

  • Two surfers walking on a wet beach with calm waves and a clear sky.
    Northam Burrows Country Park
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A rocky coastline at sunset with the sun setting behind large rock formations.
    North Devon Coast
    16 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • A coastal landscape with a sunset over calm waters, rocky cliffs, and distant hills.
    Exmoor National Park
    52 min drive - 24.5 miles
  • West Appledore
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Instow Beach
    12 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Barnstaple Station
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Pier House
    6 min drive
  • The Rose Salterne (Wetherspoon)
    7 min drive
  • The Boathouse
    10 min drive
  • The Glorious Oyster
    10 min drive
  • Sylvesters
    9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Crab Shell pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Crab Shell?

As of Oct 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Crab Shell on Nov 14, 2026 start from $908, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Crab Shell?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Crab Shell?

Check-out is at 9:30 AM.

Where is The Crab Shell located?

Situated in Bideford, this golf cottage is within a 10-minute walk of West Appledore and Northam Burrows Country Park. Instow Beach and South Gut are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

10

Exceptional