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9.6 / 10 Guest Rating

The Spinney

Shirwell, Barnstaple, gb

The Spinney - main view

About the Property

Charming 18th-Century Country House

Idyllic Location in North Devon
Situated just 7 miles from Exmoor National Park, The Spinney offers a peaceful retreat in the heart of North Devon. Explore the stunning countryside views and enjoy the tranquility of the large garden and conservatory.

Cozy Accommodations and Delicious Dining
Each room at The Spinney is equipped with modern amenities including a flat-screen TV and bathrobes, ensuring a comfortable stay. Wake up to a hearty full English breakfast featuring local farm sausages and homemade bread with preserves.

Nearby Attractions and Activities
Conveniently located, The Spinney is just a short drive away from the seaside resort of Ilfracombe and the renowned surfing spot, Croyde Beach. Discover the beauty of North Devon while staying at our charming country house.

Book your stay at The Spinney now for a delightful countryside getaway!

Facilities & Amenities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Garden
Hiking
Luggage storage
Fishing

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out10:30 AM

Property Notes

The only room where an extra bed can be accommodated is in the Premier Double Room.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. A deposit may be required at the property.

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Guest Reviews

9.6
Exceptional91 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the welcoming and kind owners and frequently praise the delicious and varied breakfast.

Categories

Cleanliness9.6
Service10.0
Location8.6
Room Quality9.6
Amenities9.6
Value for Money9.6
Food and Beverage10.0
Overall Experience10.0

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JuliagbGB
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 19, 2026

"Perfect location for our weeks break as we could travel from Shirwell to several seaside places"

7.0

Good cold breakfast layout. Limited on cooked breakfast.

Garden could have been made more attractive

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petergbGB
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 18, 2025

"Excellent"

10.0

We stayed for two nights when attending a funeral in the area. The owners were very welcoming, kind and understanding. The Spinney is a beautiful property, spotlessly clean with beautifully decorated and tastefully furnished large room overlooking garden and road however we were not aware of traffic. Quality breakfast with a great choice. Really lovely owners. Thank you for making our difficult time very comfortable and for your kindness. We look forward to a return in better times.

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KennethusUS
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 12, 2025

"Lovely B&B with excellent hosts"

10.0

The property was lovely. We appreciated knowing some of the history of the house. The house is 18th century and everything was updated and fresh. We were in a room facing the road, however, traffic noise was not a problem. Penny and Mick were fantastic hosts, their attention to detail was outstanding. Our breakfast each day was delicious and beautifully presented. We will definitely be back to visit next time weโ€™re in the area. Thank you both for your kind hospitality.

We didnโ€™t have any complaints, everything was positive.

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JessicadeDE
Verified booking
extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 7, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0

The Spinney is a lovely B&B. Our room was very clean, cosy, with comfortable beds. Breakfast was a choice and there was a small buffet. Everything was very tasty! Michael + Penny are very friendly hosts and gave us great tips for exploring the surrounding area. We were completely satisfied :)

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MarkgbGB
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 1, 2025

"See you next year ๐Ÿ‘"

10.0

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.

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JamesgbGB
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 1, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0

Nice and peaceful. Very welcoming. Everything there for you. Certainly recommend it for a good bed and breakfast.

The only problem was the lack of nice restaurants nearby as we had to travel some miles to find one

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NgaioauAU
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Aug 19, 2025

"Breakfast in the conservatory a real treat"

10.0

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.

We liked everything.

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NickgbGB
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Aug 16, 2025

"Penny and Mick are the perfect hosts, and their house is in a gorgeous area with plenty of good places to dine in the ev"

10.0

Lovely house, spotlessly clean with very friendly hosts.

The bedroom was at the front facing the road. The mattresses were uncomfortable, but we are very fussy about mattresses.

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ingridgbGB
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Aug 13, 2025

"A lovely B and B in a great location. Our hosts were very friendly and we'd definitely stay again"

10.0

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. Hosts were very helpful in guiding us on places to eat and visit.

The shower was adequate - lovely and hot but not very powerful. The fridge for the fresh milk ( which was a nice touch compared to uht) was at the bottom of the stairs rather than in the room so we had to go up and down each time we made a hot drink.

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PatriciagbGB
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Aug 8, 2025

"Excellent stay. Great hospitality!"

10.0

Excellent welcome and hospitality.

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