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About this property
Historic Setting: The Spinney in Barnstaple offers a recently renovated historic building with a beautiful garden. Guests enjoy free WiFi throughout the property. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms with walk-in showers, garden views, and modern amenities. Bathrobes and hypoallergenic bedding ensure a comfortable stay. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are available, including continental, buffet, Italian, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. Local specialities and fresh pastries are highly praised by guests. Convenient Location: Located 89 km from Exeter International Airport, The Spinney is near attractions such as Lundy Island (23 km), Royal North Devon Golf Club (24 km), and Westward Ho! (24 km). Free on-site private parking is provided.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- James
United Kingdom
“Nice and peaceful. Very welcoming. Everything there for you. Certainly recommend it for a good bed and breakfast.” - Mark
United Kingdom
“Fantastic views, bed was very comfortable like a hug., breakfast was delicious and also little of bottles of fresh milk for you room. Penny and Michael are lovely hosts.” - Ngaio
Australia
“The breakfast, hosts, room and grounds were all lovely, and I would have enjoyed spending time in the snug for guests if we hadn't been so busy visiting relatives! Everything was beautifully presented - thank you.” - Nick
United Kingdom
“Lovely house, spotlessly clean with very friendly hosts.” - Ingrid
United Kingdom
“Breakfasts were amazing - a wonderful buffet and choice of cooked dishes. Very generous portions and our hosts went out of their way to make us feel at home . Exceptional service . Room was very comfortable and well equipped . Great location....” - Jane
United Kingdom
“Lovely place to spend the weekend. Penny and Mick are fabulous hosts. Really lovely comfortable room. Amazing breakfasts. Thank you 😊 We’ll be back 💖” - Alistair
United Kingdom
“Excellent breakfast - freshly cooked each morning with a great choice of items.” - Linda
United Kingdom
“Breakfast choice was very good and very well cooked Clean towels daily and room tidied daily Shampoo and body wash etc provided and good quality Room well thought out and very clean Bed so comfortable, therefore very good night's sleep Location...” - Paul
United Kingdom
“The hosts were very friendly and gave lots of tips about local attractions. The breakfast was huge with so many mouthwatering choices and was served in the Orangery surrounded by laden grape vines. The views were spectacular across the valley and...” - Terence
United Kingdom
“Excellent breakfast - plentiful choice of fruit and cereals and comprehensive cooked breakfast.”
Managed by Penny & Mick Burningham
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Child policies
Children older than 10 years are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.






The fine print
The only room where an extra bed can be accommodated is in the Premier Double Room.
Please inform The Spinney in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.