The Spinney Country Guest House (Shirwell) - Hotel reviews, photos, rates

Address: Shirwell road, Shirwell, Barnstaple EX31 4JR, England

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Region: United Kingdom > England > Devon > Barnstaple > Shirwell

Amenities:

Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking

Hotel Style:

Ranked #1 of 1 B&Bs / Inns in Shirwell

Price range (per night): ₹ 6,621 - 7,228

Hotel Class:4 star (4*)

Official Description (provided by the hotel):: Just three miles from the historic market town of Barnstaple in North Devon,The Spinney Country Guest House enjoys magnificent views across the stunning North Devon landscape. Recently achieving the AA 4 Stars GOLD award, The Spinney Country Guest House in Shirwell nr Barnstaple, offers first class bed and breakfast accommodation. This charming country house, was once the former rectory of Shirwell. Jo and David Clark welcomed their first guests in June 2011. Since then they have made various modifications and added a snug lounge with wood burning stove for exclusive use and comfort of their guests. They have also introduced many little luxury touches to make a stay with them a memorable one. The Spinney dates from 1750 and sits in an acre of ground. It has five beautifully appointed rooms and mature gardens with seating so that guests can appreciate the beauty and tranquillity of the place. There is also a spacious car park. The Spinney B & B offers a warm and informal environment in the heart of North Devon and very close to Exmoor National Park in which to relax and unwind. Tea and delicious home-baked cake is waiting for you on your arrival. Take a break, you deserve it! Jo and David Clark ... more less

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fnona

Isle of Lewis, United Kingdom

Reviewer

5 reviews

5 hotel reviews

Reviews in 5 cities

4 helpful votes

“Thoroughly recommend”

Reviewed 28 April 2013 via mobile

This guesthouse is excellent. Spotlessly clean, comfortable beds and quiet location. Excellent breakfast. Jo and David looked after us extremely well. We only had one night but will definitely return - thoroughly recommended!

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Dear Fiona and Tony, thank you for your kind comments, we enjoyed looking after you on your overnight stay. We look forward to welcoming you back for a longer stay. Who knows we may get to the Isle of Lewis one day! Best Regards David & Jo More

Jill B

3 hotel reviews

3 helpful votes

“a wonderful stay in North Devon”

Reviewed 20 February 2013

having a few days away in Devon booked into 'The Spinney' a very warm welcome from Jo and Dave, the room was amazing, with a large comfortable bed and a lovely en suit with beautiful views across the fields from both the front and back windows, very clean with everything you could possible need, tea & coffee and biscuits in... More

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jax65

Camborne, United Kingdom

1 review

“WONDERFUL!”

Reviewed 3 December 2012

Just had a wonderful weekend at the Spinney. Jo and David were just lovely and obviously really enjoy running a B and B . The breakfast was delightful, the porridge was the best we've tasted, will never eat instant oats again :) the old house is quirky, its wonky walls and floors add to its charm. We really cannot recommend... More

D M

Plymouth, United Kingdom

2 reviews

Reviews in 2 cities

11 helpful votes

“Best Guesthouse in North Devon”

Reviewed 30 September 2012

Just returned from a 2 night stay at The Spinney and I cannot recommend this guest house enough. We were greeted by Dave and Jo and were treated to excellant service, hospitality and food thoughout our stay. After our long drive we were shown to our twin room and we were then treated to a fresh pot of tea with... More

DanandZoeBeck

“Fantastic!!”

Reviewed 26 August 2012 via mobile

My wife and I have just spent the weekend at the Spinney and it was FANSTASTIC!! Very clean and very tidy. Service and attention to detail is second to none you really will not be disspointed we were made very welcome by Jo and David and would stop again tomorrow. Home made bread and free range eggs for breakfast topped... More

Kari E

Southampton, England, United Kingdom

3 reviews

Reviews in 3 cities

2 helpful votes

“What a treasure!”

Reviewed 5 June 2012

What an absolutely fantastic B&B! We were warmly greeted by Jo when we arrived on Friday and met David later on. Absolutely wonderful couple who made us feel at home. We stayed in the Room 1 with the Super King bed...I wish I could've packed it in the car! So much attention to detail through things such as little chocolates... More

Dear Kari, it was a delight having you both say with us at The Spinney. We are so glad you both enjoyed your time in North Devon and are very pleased you picked us for your first break away together, the first of many happy trips together we hope. We look forward to welcoming you both back. Jo & David More

Crankyshooter

Contributor

12 reviews

Reviews in 9 cities

10 helpful votes

“Nearly excellent b&b”

Reviewed 12 May 2012 via mobile

There is much to commend this place but overall it neded a bit more attention to detail to justify the price and have be excellent The owners Jo and David were very welcoming and the breakfast excellent. Fruit served on vine leaves from the 100 year old conservatory vine was a great touch. Location is good being close to Barnstaple... More

Vanessa D

Oxford, United Kingdom

Senior Reviewer

8 reviews

6 hotel reviews

5 helpful votes

“3 Night Break”

Reviewed 18 February 2012

The Spinney is a first class Bed and Breakfast where we have just spent a 3 night break . The Owners, David and Jo made us feel as welcome as family would have been .Our room was beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean. The little extras like bottled water and chocolates in the room along with fresh milk in a little... More

We look foward to welcoming you back it was a pleasure having you both stay. Good luck with your future plans. More

001Anna001

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

4 reviews

4 hotel reviews

Reviews in 4 cities

“Delightful country guest house in a beautiful location - they've thought of everything!”

Reviewed 13 February 2012

The Spinney is a lovely 18th century guest house (it was previously the village rectory) in north Devon, in the delightful village of Shirwell. The location is beautiful, peaceful and relaxing (making for a great night's sleep!) and makes a great base to explore the lovely Devon countryside! The welcome at The Spinney was very warm, the service unobstrusive and... More

Thank you for your kind comments, it was a pleasure having you stay with us. We look foward to welcoming you both back and we have more great places for you to see. More

goldie7649

“Highly recommend.”

Reviewed 20 November 2011 via mobile

Lovely clean room. Good food. Treated like one of the family. Had a great stay and will definately be staying again.

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