About us

The Spinney has been around since 1750. Over the years, as you’d expect, it’s seen a few additions and changes. It’s been a rectory for the Arch Deacon of Barnstaple, a hunting lodge, and a family home. In its most recent incarnation, it’s a guest house. Penny & Mick became the proud owners in June 2022 and have taken care in their approach to modernise the business whilst ensuring the history of the property is restored and preserved. 

To protect both the house and the setting we try to run The Spinney in a manner that is as sustainable and environmentally friendly as possible. We continue to make commitments that we are sure you will notice when you come to stay.

• We ensure that all produce comes from local sources
• We home make breads, biscuits, cakes, jams etc
• We have a rigourous recyling programme ensuring we seperate all plastics, cardboards, papers, cans etc
• Low energy light bulbs are in use throughout the property
• We provide vast information on local public transport options
• We offer walking routes and cyling information so that our guests can enjoy the countryside in a sustainable way
• We provide storage for bicycles and other outdoor equipment