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Instow Barton

Property class: 3.5

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A courtyard with wicker furniture and a stone building with a tower.
A rustic stone wall with a wooden trellis supporting climbing roses. A green door is partially obscured by foliage.
A stone building with a tower, a window, and a door.
A dining area with a wooden table set for four, white chairs, a chandelier, and a fireplace.
A window with a view of a garden and a stone building.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Rectory Lane, Instow, Bideford, England, EX39 4LU
  • Place, Instow Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, South West Coast Path Section 7 Trailhead
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, West Appledore
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite

A bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a window with curtains, and a patterned wall.

Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Family Triple Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Classic Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

A wooden tag with "Inslow Barton 4 Room" engraved on it.

Classic Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

About the area

Bideford

At Instow Barton you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Instow Beach and South West Coast Path Section 7 Trailhead. .This smoke-free bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Bideford B&B include North Devon Coast and Exmoor National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Instow Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • South West Coast Path Section 7 Trailhead - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • South West Coast Path Section 6 Trailhead - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • West Appledore - 21 min drive - 3.7 km
  • North Devon Coast - 21 min drive - 14.5 km

Getting around

  • Barnstaple Station - 17 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fremington Quay Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Rose Salterne (Wetherspoon) - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sylvesters - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪White Hart - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Boathouse - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Instow Barton

WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Bideford bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • No smoking on site
Instow Barton offers 5 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The host will greet guests on arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Children and extra beds

  • This property welcomes adults only.

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
This property accepts credit cards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property accepts Visa and Mastercard.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Instow Barton?

Yep, Instow Barton has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Instow Barton?

Yep, Instow Barton is a short 7-minute walk from Instow Beach. Fun beach activities include kayaking.

Is Instow Barton family-friendly?

No, Instow Barton is an adults-only property.

Does Instow Barton serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary continental breakfast is on offer at Instow Barton.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Instow Barton?

No, Instow Barton does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Instow Barton?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Instow Barton Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 143 out of 149 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 149 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 149 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 149 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 149 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hosts, beautiful location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely safe comfortable B&B situated an 10 minute walk to the beach and a couple of good pubs. Easy to drive to other locations to explore, such as Arlington Court and Exmoor Zoo. The breakfast was really lovely with a selection of cooked, yoghurt, fruit and juice, enough to keep you going past lunch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You will not find a better place to stay in the area. Everything was well thought out and perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay, warm friendly welcome, and an amazing breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most amazing B&B I have stayed at. Their home is gorgeous, Caroline the host is fantastic. Bed was great, fresh milk at night so you can have tea in your room before breakfast. The breakfast was fantastic and had everything you could desire. What a view with a lovely old church right across the street. Highlight of places we have stayed in our 17 day holiday.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a lovely place! The bedroom was spacious with a wonderfully comfy bed, and in room coffee bags, fresh milk and cake on arrival. Felt very spoilt! And to cap it all, breakfast was absolutely excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly welcome and lovely spacious room. A thermos of fresh milk was ready for us every evening on the reception counter for tea/ coffee in our room the next morning. Breakfast was delicious with excellent selection of fruit, yoghurt, granola and choice of cooked breakfast. The location is excellent too. A short 10 minute walk and you're on the beach at Instow. Overall a very enjoyable and relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lovely rooms, spotlessly clean. Very comfy beds and amazing breakfast !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was fantastic about our stay. Our hosts were friendly and welcoming and the property is very nice. A great location for exploring the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

Such a lovely place to stay. Quiet and relaxing with beautiful surroundings and an excellent breakfast. Room decor looked great and was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very warm welcome from Caroline to a beautiful house overlooking the surrounding countryside and near the church. Clean and comfortable with tea and coffee facilities in the room (plus bonus cake - always welcome!) and a great breakfast selection. It was particularly nice to have the option of pancakes in addition to the usual full English or cereals, pastry and yoghurt. Walking distance to Innstow restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Instow Barton

Beautiful spot, great hosts
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing!

Quiet location, comfy bed, great breakfast, a great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful and imaginative breakfast menu with many options. Lovely setting on a hillside overlooking the valley and just a few minutes from the sand dunes and beaches of the estuary. Very warm welcome from our hosts and can thoroughly recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic location

The hosts and the reviews lived up to our expectations. Great Location, the local pubs were very welcoming and the food in the instow Arms was very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hidden Gem near Instow

We had a thoroughly enjoyable stay and Colin and Caroline were exceptional hosts. Room was lovely and breakfasts excellent We will return
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We have been to this property twice already and now this is the 3rd time and still brilliant as the 1st time
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

Such a lovely place to stay. Quiet and relaxing with beautiful surroundings and an excellent breakfast. Room decor looked great and was very clean. Caroline is a fantastic host
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Excellent on every level

Absolutely brilliant. Gorgeous rooms, terrific breakfast and the hosts were charming.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hosts and a lovely clean room. Incredible breakfast and an all round pleasurable experience. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly and welcoming host, a comfortable and attractive room, home-made cake every afternoon and wonderful breakfasts. The B&B is an easy walk to a stunning beach and various restaurants. We ate out at The Glorious Oyster and The Boat House - both recommended but we preferred the former for its relaxed, beachy vibe and quality of the dishes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A utterly wonderful and charming place to stay. Caroline and her husband are the most warm and welcoming hosts. Beautiful rooms, all individually decorated, a marvelous breakfast, beautiful and warm atmosphere. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely peaceful stay

Spent 2 lovely nights at Instow Barton in August. Stayed in bedroom 3 which was lovely size. Very comfortable bed and amazing selection for breakfast. Will certainly stay again if down that way. Caroline was very helpful and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We have been to the venue before and loved it and not hesitate to go back again we love the walks you can do in the area and local bus service is just down the road
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022