Instow Barton

Instow Barton Rectory lane, Instow, EX39 4LU, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.6/10! <small>(score from <b>364</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.7
Scored 9.7
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
364 reviews
an old stone house with a wall and a yard at Instow Barton in Instow
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Instow Barton

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Featuring 4-star accommodation, Instow Barton is set in Instow, 6.8 km from Lundy Island and 7.7 km from Royal North Devon Golf Club. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the bed and breakfast free of charge. Westward Ho! is 8.3 km from the bed and breakfast and Watermouth Castle is 29 km away. The bed and breakfast offers a TV and a private bathroom with bathrobes, a hair dryer and shower. At the bed and breakfast, units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Guests at Instow Barton will be able to enjoy activities in and around Instow, like canoeing. Windsurfing, cycling and fishing are possible within the area, and the accommodation offers water sports facilities. Bull Point Lighthouse is 33 km from Instow Barton, while Ashbury Golf Club is 50 km from the property. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 92 km from the bed and breakfast.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
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2 single beds
1 double bed
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2 single beds
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Guest reviews

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Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
9.7
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Mary
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “We had a really warm welcome & were delighted with our large and pretty room with cake & fresh milk on the hostess tray.. Our breakfast was delicious with fresh fruit, yoghurt, granola & fruit juice waiting on our table. Our bed was huge &...”
  • Rebecca
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Large bedroom, beautifully decorated. Spacious bathroom. Comfortable bed and bedding. Beautiful residents’ lounge, breakfast room and garden area. Fabulous breakfast. Friendly, helpful owner.”
  • Bill
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Lovely deluxe bedroom, really special homemade breakfast, owners very welcoming.”

Host Information

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Instow Barton provides friendly hospitality in its unique Devon Farmhouse. Situated only minutes from Instow beach, it is within easy reach of both rural and coastal amenities. This comfortable accommodation consists of five bespoke designed bedrooms with ensuite facilities. Breakfast at Instow Barton will set you up for the day. Breakfast comprises of homemade breads, jams, local honey, fresh fruits and pastries, followed by a choice of freshly cooked hot breakfast options. In the afternoon, a homemade cake will be waiting for you to enjoy on the sunny terrace or in the cosy lounge. This accommodation is a must for lovers of North Devon. There is easy access to the Tarka Trail, Tapeley House, local beaches as well as the local towns of Bideford and Barnstaple. Open all year round, Instow Barton offers so much more than ‘a place to stay’.
Instow Barton is a beautiful farmhouse set in picturesque North Devon. The Bed and Breakfast opened in September 2015 after being lovingly refurbished by Caroline and Colin Hutchens, providing individually designed rooms with a contemporary feel. Our aim was to create a calm and relaxing environment for our guests to enjoy. Complimentary afternoon tea of one of Colins' homemade cakes is available to residents between 3pm-5pm each day. All the rooms have 3000 pocket sprung mattresses, sumptuous Egyptian cotton linen, duck down and feather duvets and pillows. Additional items in the rooms are free wifi, HD TV, tea and coffee making facilities with Tregothnan tea.
The charming farmhouse is situated in peaceful rural location capturing views of the sea with the surrounding picturesque countryside. lnstow possesses all the advantage of town and country, being half-way between Barnstaple and Bideford. Ilfracombe and Westward Ho! are within easy reach. Instow is a beautiful beach front village.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Instow Barton
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • View
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Activities
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
  • Windsurfing
  • Fishing
Media & Technology
  • DVD player
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    General
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    • Adult only
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Instow Barton takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 18:00

    Check-out

    Until 10:30

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Mastercard Visa Cash Instow Barton accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    FAQs about Instow Barton

    • Instow Barton offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Windsurfing
      • Water sport facilities on site

    • Room options at Instow Barton include:

      • Double
      • Twin

    • Instow Barton is 800 yards from the centre of Instow. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Instow Barton may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Instow Barton is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:30.