Instow Barton
$137
/ night
Avg. for October
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$137
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Instow Barton average $129 in December, the cheapest month, and $158 in August, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| March | $137 |
| April | $144 |
| May | $153 |
| June | $153 |
| July | $151 |
| August | $158 |
| September | $150 |
| October | $137 |
| November | $135 |
| December | $129 |
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About this property
This smoke-free bed & breakfast features kayaking nearby.
Amenities
This smoke-free bed & breakfast features kayaking nearby.
Business amenities
Free self parking is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 5 guestrooms.
Location
With a stay at Instow Barton in Bideford, you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Instow Beach and South West Coast Path Section 7 Trailhead. This bed & breakfast is 16.9 mi (27.1 km) from Exmoor National Park and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from South West Coast Path Section 6 Trailhead.
What's nearby
Instow Beach(0.4 miles)
South West Coast Path Section 7 Trailhead(0.5 miles)
South West Coast Path Section 6 Trailhead(0.5 miles)
West Appledore(1.4 miles)
Northam Burrows Country Park(2.3 miles)
Bideford Long Bridge(3.5 miles)
Bideford Railway Heritage Centre(3.5 miles)
Pannier Market(3.9 miles)
The Burton Art Gallery and Museum(4 miles)
Basett's Ridge(4.2 miles)
The Big Sheep(5.1 miles)
Royal North Devon Golf Club(5.1 miles)
Northam Beach(5.3 miles)
South West Coast Path Section 8 Trailhead(5.7 miles)
Museum of Barnstaple and North Devon(5.7 miles)
The preferred airport for Instow Barton is Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)(61 miles)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Non-Smoking Rooms
Housekeeping
Horse Riding
Free Parking
Location
Instow Barton Rectory lane, Instow, Bideford, North Devon District, England, United Kingdom
Instow Beach (0.4 miles)
South West Coast Path Section 7 Trailhead (0.5 miles)
South West Coast Path Section 6 Trailhead (0.5 miles)
West Appledore (1.4 miles)
Northam Burrows Country Park (2.3 miles)
Bideford Long Bridge (3.5 miles)
Room options
4
Double Room, Ensuite
1 Full Bed
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
4
Classic Double Or Twin Room, Ensuite
1 Full Bed
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
2
Family Triple Room, Ensuite
1 King Bed
and 1 Twin Bed
Sleeps 2
Private Bathroom
Guest reviews of Instow Barton
9.7
Exceptional
Based on 253 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Couple
60%
Family
39%
What guests think
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At Instow Barton, guests consistently praise the welcoming hosts, exceptional homemade breakfasts with plenty of choice, spacious and comfortable rooms, and a quiet countryside setting within a short walk of Instow’s beach and eateries, creating an easy, restorative stay.
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At Instow Barton, guests consistently praise the welcoming hosts, exceptional homemade breakfasts with plenty of choice, spacious and comfortable rooms, and a quiet countryside setting within a short walk of Instow’s beach and eateries, creating an easy, restorative stay.
Reviews highlight thoughtful touches like fresh milk in rooms, daily homemade cake, and optional packed lunches. Cleanliness is repeatedly praised, and many guests mention excellent sleep thanks to comfy beds. Ideal for travelers seeking a peaceful coastal B&B with generous extras.
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Cleanliness
Housekeeping is consistently praised, with rooms and common areas described as spotless and well maintained.
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10
Margaret Joy
Jul 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely rooms, spotlessly clean. Very comfy beds and amazing breakfast !
Lovely rooms, spotlessly clean. Very comfy beds and amazing breakfast !
10
Elaine
May 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Fabulous hosts, couldn't do enough for us and our family of little dogs, very welcoming and homely. Excellent breakfast and great value for money. Breakfast room is delightful, along with the choice of food. Clean and tidy rooms, very spacious and comfortable 'huge' beds and fluffy warm duvets. The walled terrace area is excellent for outside dog security with lovely views and peaceful surroundings. Packed lunches were made available for us at short notice and were excellent value for money and totally delicious. The home made cakes and fresh cut fruit were an additional delight. This is a hidden gem and well worth a visit for a peaceful stay in a beautiful part of Devon. All the personal touches make you feel valued and special as a guest, Just perfect.
Fabulous hosts, couldn't do enough for us and our family of little dogs, very welcoming and homely. Excellent breakfast and great value for money. Breakfast room is delightful, along with the choice of food. Clean and tidy rooms, very spacious and comfortable 'huge' beds and fluffy warm duvets. The walled terrace area is excellent for outside dog security with lovely views and peaceful surroundings. Packed lunches were made available for us at short notice and were excellent value for money and totally delicious. The home made cakes and fresh cut fruit were an additional delight. This is a hidden gem and well worth a visit for a peaceful stay in a beautiful part of Devon. All the personal touches make you feel valued and special as a guest, Just perfect.
10
Susan
Jul 19, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Property was in a lovely peaceful location and our room was a good size and immaculately clean. Hosts were lovely and very welcoming. Loved the little touches like fresh milk and the homemade cake was wonderful. Breakfast was also amazing. Would highly recommend.
Property was in a lovely peaceful location and our room was a good size and immaculately clean. Hosts were lovely and very welcoming. Loved the little touches like fresh milk and the homemade cake was wonderful. Breakfast was also amazing. Would highly recommend.
10
Sally
Aug 22, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Just had 3 nights at Instow Barton. If I could given them 11 I would. Great brekkies catering for all inc my veggie husband who loved home made granola, cakes, pastries plus full breakfast. Good clean spacious rooms. -Well placed for quick 10 min walk to Instow where we had fresh fish/ mussels on 2 nights. Honestly a generous couple who cater for absolutely everything. Good nights sleep as quiet with scenic views. best cup of tea I’ve ever had - I think it’s the Devon water can’t believe it makes such a difference. Was allowed to bring our dog who is pretty well behaved. Lovely rest, sunbathing at Saunton and revisiting old haunts. Thankyou both, a great stay.
Just had 3 nights at Instow Barton. If I could given them 11 I would. Great brekkies catering for all inc my veggie husband who loved home made granola, cakes, pastries plus full breakfast. Good clean spacious rooms. -Well placed for quick 10 min walk to Instow where we had fresh fish/ mussels on 2 nights. Honestly a generous couple who cater for absolutely everything. Good nights sleep as quiet with scenic views. best cup of tea I’ve ever had - I think it’s the Devon water can’t believe it makes such a difference. Was allowed to bring our dog who is pretty well behaved. Lovely rest, sunbathing at Saunton and revisiting old haunts. Thankyou both, a great stay.
10
Susan
Jul 10, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We had a super stay. An excellent welcome. Every convenience we could have wished for. Spotlessly clean accommodation. Comfortable bed. Great breakfast. Top class hospitality.
We had a super stay. An excellent welcome. Every convenience we could have wished for. Spotlessly clean accommodation. Comfortable bed. Great breakfast. Top class hospitality.
10
Mark
May 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Caroline and Colin were very friendly and welcoming hosts. They are passionate about the B&B and nothing was too much trouble. Great value for money as well. Super clean room and public areas. Breakfast was superb. Our table was loaded with juices, home made granola, fresh fruit, yoghurt, freshly baked pastries in addition to the personalised choice of hot dishes. This hearty breakfast would leave no-one hungry. The room was spotless with luxury bed and bedding. Tea, coffee and plenty of fresh milk were available in the room. Decaf and a choice of non-dairy milk was readily provided on request. In addition, fresh home made cake appeared every afternoon in the room. We also made use of their packed lunch offer (Extra cost) and this was perfect for a long day out and about. I highly recommend Instow Barton and will be returning as soon as I can.
Caroline and Colin were very friendly and welcoming hosts. They are passionate about the B&B and nothing was too much trouble. Great value for money as well. Super clean room and public areas. Breakfast was superb. Our table was loaded with juices, home made granola, fresh fruit, yoghurt, freshly baked pastries in addition to the personalised choice of hot dishes. This hearty breakfast would leave no-one hungry. The room was spotless with luxury bed and bedding. Tea, coffee and plenty of fresh milk were available in the room. Decaf and a choice of non-dairy milk was readily provided on request. In addition, fresh home made cake appeared every afternoon in the room. We also made use of their packed lunch offer (Extra cost) and this was perfect for a long day out and about. I highly recommend Instow Barton and will be returning as soon as I can.
10
Heather
Jul 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Such a lovely place to stay. Quiet and relaxing with beautiful surroundings and an excellent breakfast. Room decor looked great and was very clean.
Such a lovely place to stay. Quiet and relaxing with beautiful surroundings and an excellent breakfast. Room decor looked great and was very clean.
10
Heather
Jul 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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
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
10
Stephen
Nov 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great hosts and a lovely clean room. Incredible breakfast and an all round pleasurable experience. We will be back.
Great hosts and a lovely clean room. Incredible breakfast and an all round pleasurable experience. We will be back.
10
Gary
Aug 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Really beautiful guest house set in the Devonshire countryside and amazing hosts . Made to feel very welcome . Room was lovely , clean and the bed was so comfy !!! The homemade cake was a nice added touch . Delicious home cooked breakfast and beautiful fresh fruit and delicious granola !!! We will be back for another stay at some point
Really beautiful guest house set in the Devonshire countryside and amazing hosts . Made to feel very welcome . Room was lovely , clean and the bed was so comfy !!! The homemade cake was a nice added touch . Delicious home cooked breakfast and beautiful fresh fruit and delicious granola !!! We will be back for another stay at some point
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Rooms
Guests report large, comfortable rooms with quality beds and attractive decor; several mention scenic countryside or sea views and a quiet atmosphere.
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Beth
Aug 4, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Couldn’t fault our stay, host was wonderful and couldn’t do enough. Location was fabulous and the room was incredibly spacious. Breakfast was the best breakfast I’ve ever had!! Will definitely be back.
Couldn’t fault our stay, host was wonderful and couldn’t do enough. Location was fabulous and the room was incredibly spacious. Breakfast was the best breakfast I’ve ever had!! Will definitely be back.
10
Robin
Aug 10, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly and welcoming. Charming house, excellent breakfast. Our room was so big it looked like an entire average London apartment.
Very friendly and welcoming. Charming house, excellent breakfast. Our room was so big it looked like an entire average London apartment.
10
Ann mccarthy
Aug 18, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
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Lynn
Oct 30, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely room overlooking the garden and countryside and sea with a very comfortable bed, delicious breakfast with homemade goodies, could not have been better. We certainly would not hesitate to book again. Thank you, Caroline and Colin, for looking after us so well and for all your very funny stories about your horses, dogs and cat 😄
Lovely room overlooking the garden and countryside and sea with a very comfortable bed, delicious breakfast with homemade goodies, could not have been better. We certainly would not hesitate to book again. Thank you, Caroline and Colin, for looking after us so well and for all your very funny stories about your horses, dogs and cat 😄
10
Sally
Aug 22, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Just had 3 nights at Instow Barton. If I could given them 11 I would. Great brekkies catering for all inc my veggie husband who loved home made granola, cakes, pastries plus full breakfast. Good clean spacious rooms. -Well placed for quick 10 min walk to Instow where we had fresh fish/ mussels on 2 nights. Honestly a generous couple who cater for absolutely everything. Good nights sleep as quiet with scenic views. best cup of tea I’ve ever had - I think it’s the Devon water can’t believe it makes such a difference. Was allowed to bring our dog who is pretty well behaved. Lovely rest, sunbathing at Saunton and revisiting old haunts. Thankyou both, a great stay.
Just had 3 nights at Instow Barton. If I could given them 11 I would. Great brekkies catering for all inc my veggie husband who loved home made granola, cakes, pastries plus full breakfast. Good clean spacious rooms. -Well placed for quick 10 min walk to Instow where we had fresh fish/ mussels on 2 nights. Honestly a generous couple who cater for absolutely everything. Good nights sleep as quiet with scenic views. best cup of tea I’ve ever had - I think it’s the Devon water can’t believe it makes such a difference. Was allowed to bring our dog who is pretty well behaved. Lovely rest, sunbathing at Saunton and revisiting old haunts. Thankyou both, a great stay.
10
Caroline
Jul 27, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
10
jon
Jun 30, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Brilliant place to stay, we only stayed one night but it was well worth it. The room was a great size with a good tea/coffee tray, decent size bathroom and bed. Breakfast was fantastic. Really well worth staying.
Brilliant place to stay, we only stayed one night but it was well worth it. The room was a great size with a good tea/coffee tray, decent size bathroom and bed. Breakfast was fantastic. Really well worth staying.
10
Alexandru
Mar 31, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Amazing people, big room, amazing food, amazing views
Amazing people, big room, amazing food, amazing views
10
Martin
Nov 16, 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
The picture looks like a cottage, it is in fact a farm house. Large, well appointed bedrooms, big comfortable bed, tea/coffee facilities with a flask of fresh milk and home made cake. Charming hosts. Fantastic breakfast. Perfect.
The picture looks like a cottage, it is in fact a farm house. Large, well appointed bedrooms, big comfortable bed, tea/coffee facilities with a flask of fresh milk and home made cake. Charming hosts. Fantastic breakfast. Perfect.
10
Gary
Aug 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Really beautiful guest house set in the Devonshire countryside and amazing hosts . Made to feel very welcome . Room was lovely , clean and the bed was so comfy !!! The homemade cake was a nice added touch . Delicious home cooked breakfast and beautiful fresh fruit and delicious granola !!! We will be back for another stay at some point
Really beautiful guest house set in the Devonshire countryside and amazing hosts . Made to feel very welcome . Room was lovely , clean and the bed was so comfy !!! The homemade cake was a nice added touch . Delicious home cooked breakfast and beautiful fresh fruit and delicious granola !!! We will be back for another stay at some point
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Service
Caroline and Colin earn consistent praise for warm, attentive hospitality and going the extra mile, with thoughtful touches and prompt responses to requests.
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Stefan
Aug 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Caroline war die perfekte Gastgeberin: sehr freundlich, gerne behilflich, aber nicht aufdringlich. Himmlisches Frühstück, das 5 Sterne verdienen würde. Nettea Cottage, sensationell.
Caroline war die perfekte Gastgeberin: sehr freundlich, gerne behilflich, aber nicht aufdringlich. Himmlisches Frühstück, das 5 Sterne verdienen würde. Nettea Cottage, sensationell.
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Carole
Jul 22, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Brilliant as usual. Would recommend. Breakfast to die for. Lovely couple Caroline and Colin who run the hotel. Nothing at all to complain about
Brilliant as usual. Would recommend. Breakfast to die for. Lovely couple Caroline and Colin who run the hotel. Nothing at all to complain about
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Andrew
Apr 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a thoroughly enjoyable stay and Colin and Caroline were exceptional hosts. Room was lovely and breakfasts excellent We will return
We had a thoroughly enjoyable stay and Colin and Caroline were exceptional hosts. Room was lovely and breakfasts excellent We will return
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Mark
May 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Caroline and Colin were very friendly and welcoming hosts. They are passionate about the B&B and nothing was too much trouble. Great value for money as well. Super clean room and public areas. Breakfast was superb. Our table was loaded with juices, home made granola, fresh fruit, yoghurt, freshly baked pastries in addition to the personalised choice of hot dishes. This hearty breakfast would leave no-one hungry. The room was spotless with luxury bed and bedding. Tea, coffee and plenty of fresh milk were available in the room. Decaf and a choice of non-dairy milk was readily provided on request. In addition, fresh home made cake appeared every afternoon in the room. We also made use of their packed lunch offer (Extra cost) and this was perfect for a long day out and about. I highly recommend Instow Barton and will be returning as soon as I can.
Caroline and Colin were very friendly and welcoming hosts. They are passionate about the B&B and nothing was too much trouble. Great value for money as well. Super clean room and public areas. Breakfast was superb. Our table was loaded with juices, home made granola, fresh fruit, yoghurt, freshly baked pastries in addition to the personalised choice of hot dishes. This hearty breakfast would leave no-one hungry. The room was spotless with luxury bed and bedding. Tea, coffee and plenty of fresh milk were available in the room. Decaf and a choice of non-dairy milk was readily provided on request. In addition, fresh home made cake appeared every afternoon in the room. We also made use of their packed lunch offer (Extra cost) and this was perfect for a long day out and about. I highly recommend Instow Barton and will be returning as soon as I can.
10
CHARLES
Sep 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful hosts.
Wonderful hosts.
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Cathy
May 30, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
What a delightful experience it was to stay at Instow Barton B&B and be hosted by Colin & Caroline. Happy, bubbly and a very friendly reception on our arrival. Nothing was too much trouble and they went out of there way to make us feel welcome in there home. Very generous size bedroom, large barthoom and cake was in our room everyday! Breakfast menu was extensive and varied. Quality of food was of a 5 Star standard and presented in a timely and professional manner. I’d go as far as to say that we were being hosted by a couple that were Customer focused and there main aim was to ensure that we received the very best service that was on offer. Can highly recommend Instow Barton to anyone wanting to stay over for a special midweek or weekend break. This B&B is special. Ian & Cathy Perth, Western Australia
What a delightful experience it was to stay at Instow Barton B&B and be hosted by Colin & Caroline. Happy, bubbly and a very friendly reception on our arrival. Nothing was too much trouble and they went out of there way to make us feel welcome in there home. Very generous size bedroom, large barthoom and cake was in our room everyday! Breakfast menu was extensive and varied. Quality of food was of a 5 Star standard and presented in a timely and professional manner. I’d go as far as to say that we were being hosted by a couple that were Customer focused and there main aim was to ensure that we received the very best service that was on offer. Can highly recommend Instow Barton to anyone wanting to stay over for a special midweek or weekend break. This B&B is special. Ian & Cathy Perth, Western Australia
10
Pal
May 31, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
10
Eberhard
Apr 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This was by far the best stay during our 7 day hike along the south west coast path from Minehead to Westward Ho!. I would give it a 5.5 out of 5, if I only could. Caroline was a wonderful host. Everything was well thought through and we felt very welcome.
This was by far the best stay during our 7 day hike along the south west coast path from Minehead to Westward Ho!. I would give it a 5.5 out of 5, if I only could. Caroline was a wonderful host. Everything was well thought through and we felt very welcome.
10
Anita
Aug 25, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Barton Instow Guest house is a jewel in the crown. A lovely old converted farmhouse nestled in the Instow countryside but only a short walk to the beautiful beach front. The bed was clean and comfortable, towels dressing gowns and toiletries are also provided. Cold milk was available each evening for a morning cuppa in your room before an amazing breakfast choice of delicious food. Packed lunches are available at an additional small cost if you are walking or going to the beach. Caroline and Colin are a lovely couple who run their guest house with pride.
Barton Instow Guest house is a jewel in the crown. A lovely old converted farmhouse nestled in the Instow countryside but only a short walk to the beautiful beach front. The bed was clean and comfortable, towels dressing gowns and toiletries are also provided. Cold milk was available each evening for a morning cuppa in your room before an amazing breakfast choice of delicious food. Packed lunches are available at an additional small cost if you are walking or going to the beach. Caroline and Colin are a lovely couple who run their guest house with pride.
10
Susan
May 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Absolutely brilliant. Gorgeous rooms, terrific breakfast and the hosts were charming.
Absolutely brilliant. Gorgeous rooms, terrific breakfast and the hosts were charming.
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Location
Set in quiet countryside a short walk from Instow’s beach, pubs, and restaurants; guests find it a relaxing base for coastal walks and exploring the area.
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Stuart
Mar 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
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Lynn
Oct 30, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely room overlooking the garden and countryside and sea with a very comfortable bed, delicious breakfast with homemade goodies, could not have been better. We certainly would not hesitate to book again. Thank you, Caroline and Colin, for looking after us so well and for all your very funny stories about your horses, dogs and cat 😄
Lovely room overlooking the garden and countryside and sea with a very comfortable bed, delicious breakfast with homemade goodies, could not have been better. We certainly would not hesitate to book again. Thank you, Caroline and Colin, for looking after us so well and for all your very funny stories about your horses, dogs and cat 😄
10
Sally
Aug 22, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Just had 3 nights at Instow Barton. If I could given them 11 I would. Great brekkies catering for all inc my veggie husband who loved home made granola, cakes, pastries plus full breakfast. Good clean spacious rooms. -Well placed for quick 10 min walk to Instow where we had fresh fish/ mussels on 2 nights. Honestly a generous couple who cater for absolutely everything. Good nights sleep as quiet with scenic views. best cup of tea I’ve ever had - I think it’s the Devon water can’t believe it makes such a difference. Was allowed to bring our dog who is pretty well behaved. Lovely rest, sunbathing at Saunton and revisiting old haunts. Thankyou both, a great stay.
Just had 3 nights at Instow Barton. If I could given them 11 I would. Great brekkies catering for all inc my veggie husband who loved home made granola, cakes, pastries plus full breakfast. Good clean spacious rooms. -Well placed for quick 10 min walk to Instow where we had fresh fish/ mussels on 2 nights. Honestly a generous couple who cater for absolutely everything. Good nights sleep as quiet with scenic views. best cup of tea I’ve ever had - I think it’s the Devon water can’t believe it makes such a difference. Was allowed to bring our dog who is pretty well behaved. Lovely rest, sunbathing at Saunton and revisiting old haunts. Thankyou both, a great stay.
10
Caroline
Jul 27, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
10
Terence
Sep 27, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
10
Heather
Jul 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Such a lovely place to stay. Quiet and relaxing with beautiful surroundings and an excellent breakfast. Room decor looked great and was very clean.
Such a lovely place to stay. Quiet and relaxing with beautiful surroundings and an excellent breakfast. Room decor looked great and was very clean.
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Heather
Jul 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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
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
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Richard
Dec 4, 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
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
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
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Anita
Aug 25, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Barton Instow Guest house is a jewel in the crown. A lovely old converted farmhouse nestled in the Instow countryside but only a short walk to the beautiful beach front. The bed was clean and comfortable, towels dressing gowns and toiletries are also provided. Cold milk was available each evening for a morning cuppa in your room before an amazing breakfast choice of delicious food. Packed lunches are available at an additional small cost if you are walking or going to the beach. Caroline and Colin are a lovely couple who run their guest house with pride.
Barton Instow Guest house is a jewel in the crown. A lovely old converted farmhouse nestled in the Instow countryside but only a short walk to the beautiful beach front. The bed was clean and comfortable, towels dressing gowns and toiletries are also provided. Cold milk was available each evening for a morning cuppa in your room before an amazing breakfast choice of delicious food. Packed lunches are available at an additional small cost if you are walking or going to the beach. Caroline and Colin are a lovely couple who run their guest house with pride.
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Declan
Apr 22, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
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Dining
Breakfast is widely acclaimed for its variety and quality, with homemade granola, pastries, fresh fruit, and cooked-to-order dishes. Several note daily homemade cake and the option of packed lunches for days out (extra cost).
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Elaine
May 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Fabulous hosts, couldn't do enough for us and our family of little dogs, very welcoming and homely. Excellent breakfast and great value for money. Breakfast room is delightful, along with the choice of food. Clean and tidy rooms, very spacious and comfortable 'huge' beds and fluffy warm duvets. The walled terrace area is excellent for outside dog security with lovely views and peaceful surroundings. Packed lunches were made available for us at short notice and were excellent value for money and totally delicious. The home made cakes and fresh cut fruit were an additional delight. This is a hidden gem and well worth a visit for a peaceful stay in a beautiful part of Devon. All the personal touches make you feel valued and special as a guest, Just perfect.
Fabulous hosts, couldn't do enough for us and our family of little dogs, very welcoming and homely. Excellent breakfast and great value for money. Breakfast room is delightful, along with the choice of food. Clean and tidy rooms, very spacious and comfortable 'huge' beds and fluffy warm duvets. The walled terrace area is excellent for outside dog security with lovely views and peaceful surroundings. Packed lunches were made available for us at short notice and were excellent value for money and totally delicious. The home made cakes and fresh cut fruit were an additional delight. This is a hidden gem and well worth a visit for a peaceful stay in a beautiful part of Devon. All the personal touches make you feel valued and special as a guest, Just perfect.
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Carole
Jul 22, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Brilliant as usual. Would recommend. Breakfast to die for. Lovely couple Caroline and Colin who run the hotel. Nothing at all to complain about
Brilliant as usual. Would recommend. Breakfast to die for. Lovely couple Caroline and Colin who run the hotel. Nothing at all to complain about
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Susan
Jul 19, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Property was in a lovely peaceful location and our room was a good size and immaculately clean. Hosts were lovely and very welcoming. Loved the little touches like fresh milk and the homemade cake was wonderful. Breakfast was also amazing. Would highly recommend.
Property was in a lovely peaceful location and our room was a good size and immaculately clean. Hosts were lovely and very welcoming. Loved the little touches like fresh milk and the homemade cake was wonderful. Breakfast was also amazing. Would highly recommend.
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Sally
Aug 22, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Just had 3 nights at Instow Barton. If I could given them 11 I would. Great brekkies catering for all inc my veggie husband who loved home made granola, cakes, pastries plus full breakfast. Good clean spacious rooms. -Well placed for quick 10 min walk to Instow where we had fresh fish/ mussels on 2 nights. Honestly a generous couple who cater for absolutely everything. Good nights sleep as quiet with scenic views. best cup of tea I’ve ever had - I think it’s the Devon water can’t believe it makes such a difference. Was allowed to bring our dog who is pretty well behaved. Lovely rest, sunbathing at Saunton and revisiting old haunts. Thankyou both, a great stay.
Just had 3 nights at Instow Barton. If I could given them 11 I would. Great brekkies catering for all inc my veggie husband who loved home made granola, cakes, pastries plus full breakfast. Good clean spacious rooms. -Well placed for quick 10 min walk to Instow where we had fresh fish/ mussels on 2 nights. Honestly a generous couple who cater for absolutely everything. Good nights sleep as quiet with scenic views. best cup of tea I’ve ever had - I think it’s the Devon water can’t believe it makes such a difference. Was allowed to bring our dog who is pretty well behaved. Lovely rest, sunbathing at Saunton and revisiting old haunts. Thankyou both, a great stay.
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Mark
May 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Caroline and Colin were very friendly and welcoming hosts. They are passionate about the B&B and nothing was too much trouble. Great value for money as well. Super clean room and public areas. Breakfast was superb. Our table was loaded with juices, home made granola, fresh fruit, yoghurt, freshly baked pastries in addition to the personalised choice of hot dishes. This hearty breakfast would leave no-one hungry. The room was spotless with luxury bed and bedding. Tea, coffee and plenty of fresh milk were available in the room. Decaf and a choice of non-dairy milk was readily provided on request. In addition, fresh home made cake appeared every afternoon in the room. We also made use of their packed lunch offer (Extra cost) and this was perfect for a long day out and about. I highly recommend Instow Barton and will be returning as soon as I can.
Caroline and Colin were very friendly and welcoming hosts. They are passionate about the B&B and nothing was too much trouble. Great value for money as well. Super clean room and public areas. Breakfast was superb. Our table was loaded with juices, home made granola, fresh fruit, yoghurt, freshly baked pastries in addition to the personalised choice of hot dishes. This hearty breakfast would leave no-one hungry. The room was spotless with luxury bed and bedding. Tea, coffee and plenty of fresh milk were available in the room. Decaf and a choice of non-dairy milk was readily provided on request. In addition, fresh home made cake appeared every afternoon in the room. We also made use of their packed lunch offer (Extra cost) and this was perfect for a long day out and about. I highly recommend Instow Barton and will be returning as soon as I can.
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Caroline
Jul 27, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
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Terence
Sep 27, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
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Anita
Aug 25, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Barton Instow Guest house is a jewel in the crown. A lovely old converted farmhouse nestled in the Instow countryside but only a short walk to the beautiful beach front. The bed was clean and comfortable, towels dressing gowns and toiletries are also provided. Cold milk was available each evening for a morning cuppa in your room before an amazing breakfast choice of delicious food. Packed lunches are available at an additional small cost if you are walking or going to the beach. Caroline and Colin are a lovely couple who run their guest house with pride.
Barton Instow Guest house is a jewel in the crown. A lovely old converted farmhouse nestled in the Instow countryside but only a short walk to the beautiful beach front. The bed was clean and comfortable, towels dressing gowns and toiletries are also provided. Cold milk was available each evening for a morning cuppa in your room before an amazing breakfast choice of delicious food. Packed lunches are available at an additional small cost if you are walking or going to the beach. Caroline and Colin are a lovely couple who run their guest house with pride.
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Susan
May 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Absolutely brilliant. Gorgeous rooms, terrific breakfast and the hosts were charming.
Absolutely brilliant. Gorgeous rooms, terrific breakfast and the hosts were charming.
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Gary
Aug 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Really beautiful guest house set in the Devonshire countryside and amazing hosts . Made to feel very welcome . Room was lovely , clean and the bed was so comfy !!! The homemade cake was a nice added touch . Delicious home cooked breakfast and beautiful fresh fruit and delicious granola !!! We will be back for another stay at some point
Really beautiful guest house set in the Devonshire countryside and amazing hosts . Made to feel very welcome . Room was lovely , clean and the bed was so comfy !!! The homemade cake was a nice added touch . Delicious home cooked breakfast and beautiful fresh fruit and delicious granola !!! We will be back for another stay at some point
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Richard
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
Caroline is a great host….
Caroline is a great host….
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Samantha
Sep 6, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
A wonderful dog friendly stay! The hosts are incredible and very friendly. The breakfast is plentiful, come hungry. The afternoon cake was a very nice and welcome touch. Ample parking as well, which can be a pain in Instow generally.
A wonderful dog friendly stay! The hosts are incredible and very friendly. The breakfast is plentiful, come hungry. The afternoon cake was a very nice and welcome touch. Ample parking as well, which can be a pain in Instow generally.
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Susan
Sep 6, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
This lovingly restored former farmhouse is a gem of a place to stay. The hosts have been in hospitality for years and were previously professional personal chefs. So you are in for a very friendly, warm welcome - including homemade cake in the afternoon! Homemade granola, apple muffins and a delicious full breakfast make for an outstanding breakfast - just what you need if you're doing the South West Coast Path, as we were. It's just a short detour from the coastal path and a highly recommended stopover to rest weary feet in this comfortable and peaceful home. The village of Instow is charming and offers a village pub and a lovely bar and restaurant just up from the beach. You can also catch the ferry from Instow to the quaint fishing village Appledore just across the estuary - just check the Ferry Service website for sailing times as they are tide-dependent.
This lovingly restored former farmhouse is a gem of a place to stay. The hosts have been in hospitality for years and were previously professional personal chefs. So you are in for a very friendly, warm welcome - including homemade cake in the afternoon! Homemade granola, apple muffins and a delicious full breakfast make for an outstanding breakfast - just what you need if you're doing the South West Coast Path, as we were. It's just a short detour from the coastal path and a highly recommended stopover to rest weary feet in this comfortable and peaceful home. The village of Instow is charming and offers a village pub and a lovely bar and restaurant just up from the beach. You can also catch the ferry from Instow to the quaint fishing village Appledore just across the estuary - just check the Ferry Service website for sailing times as they are tide-dependent.
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toby
Jul 27, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
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Karen
Jul 7, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
You will not find a better place to stay in the area. Everything was well thought out and perfect.
You will not find a better place to stay in the area. Everything was well thought out and perfect.
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Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.
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Check-in is from 14:00 to 18:00, and check-out is at 10:30. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, subject to availability and possible additional charges.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Bideford, within a 10-minute drive of North Devon Coast and South West Coast Path Section 6 Trailhead. It is 16.9 mi (27.1 km) from Exmoor National Park and 19 mi (30.6 km) from Ilfracombe Harbour.
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