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The Spinney

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The Spinney, Shirwell, Barnstaple -0800 031 8416
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HOTEL RATING: 
WONDERFUL
4.6 out of 5 (185 Ratings)
4.2 miles Queens Theatre Barnstaple
v10 mins driving
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Hotel Description
The Spinney is an 18th-century country house just 9 minutes' drive from Barnstaple town center. It is located in the heart of North Devon just 7 miles from Exmoor National Park. Free Wi-Fi and free onsite parking are available as well as a large garden conservatory and a lounge with a wood burning stove. A flat-screen TV and bathrobes are provided in each room at The Spinney as well as countryside views. Every room has a private bathroom. Local farm sausages are included with the full English breakfast and home-baked bread with a selection of home-made preserves and marmalade are often available. The seaside resort of Ilfracombe is only a 25-minute drive away. Croyde Beach is a 20-minute drive and is famous for its surfing.

Check-in time: 16:00   Check-out time: 10:30
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Amenities View More
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Free Internet
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Free Parking
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Non Smoking
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Free Breakfast
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Swimming Pool
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Fitness Center
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Business Center
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Airport Shuttle
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Pets Allowed
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Accessible
Other Amenities
` Free Parking
` Garden
` Room Service
` Fishing
` Hiking
` Packed lunches
` Cycling
` Heating
` On-site parking
` Accessible parking
` Free Wi-Fi
` Horseback Riding
` Wind Surfing
` Daily Housekeeping
` Non-Smoking Rooms Available
` Board games/puzzles
` Outdoor furniture
` Smoke alarms
` Fire extinguishers
` Guests can opt-out of daily cleaning service
` Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
` Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
` First aid kit available
` Cashless payment available
` Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
` Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
` All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
` Access to health care professionals
` Badminton
` Daily disinfection
` Luggage storage & lockers
` Non-smoking property
` Restaurant (special diets available)
` Physical/social distancing guidelines
` Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas

The Spinney Guest Reviews

Overall Average Score: 
Wonderful (4.6 out of 5)

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4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Amy Sun, 15 June 2025

Superb

Liked: Beautiful house, especially loved the grapevine in the dining room! Exceptional breakfast, very generous and beautifully cooked and presented. Hosts were very welcoming and friendly, really felt like being at home.

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Andrew Sun, 8 June 2025

Exceptional

Liked: Very welcoming, excellent breakfasts and a beautiful well equipped room. Grounds are lovely .
Disliked: Nothing

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

John Sat, 7 June 2025

Very relaxing and the rural...

Liked: Penny and Mick are great hosts and made us feel very welcome. The room, common areas and breakfast were all fantastic.

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Teresa Fri, 30 May 2025

Fabulous!

Liked: Friendly hosts, excellent breakfast menu and perfect location
Disliked: Nothing!

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Julie Sun, 25 May 2025

Comfy stay at The Spinney

Liked: Very homely and comfortable
Disliked: Nothing

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Jeff Fri, 23 May 2025

Best guesthouse I’ve stayed in

Liked: Very good breakfast selection. Great location
Disliked: Nothing

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Paul Thu, 22 May 2025

Great Comfortable Stay & Lovely...

Liked: Lovely and welcoming hosts who can’t do enough to make your stay an excellent experience. My room was large with a very comfortable bed. Lovely grounds / garden and great access to local attractions. Highly recommend.

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

James Tue, 20 May 2025

Great location, great hosts, great...

Liked: Absolutely fantastic breakfast, with a massive selection

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Jonathan Sat, 17 May 2025

A lovely relaxing couple of...

Liked: Breakfast was excellent, house was spotlessly clean. Great location on main road but quiet as well.
Disliked: Nothing.

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Steve Mon, 12 May 2025

Exceptional

Liked: fantastic, possibly one of the best we have stayed at.

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