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The Wayfarer Inn

Property class: 3
Enjoy 2 beach bars at this 3-star Bideford B&B

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A restaurant with a stone fireplace, wooden tables and chairs, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A bar area with a wooden bar counter, stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.
An outdoor patio area with picnic tables and chairs, surrounded by stone walls and potted plants.
A two-story building with a pub, food rooms, and The Wayfarer Inn sign.
A bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Lane End Rd, Instow, England, EX39 4LB
  • Place, Instow Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, South West Coast Path Section 7 Trailhead
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, West Appledore
    ‪19 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Sea View

A large bed with white bedding, two bedside tables, and wall-mounted lights.

Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Suite, Ensuite, Garden View

A large bed with white bedding, two bedside tables, and wall-mounted lights.

Standard Suite, Ensuite, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free wired internet

About the area

Bideford

Close to the beach.With a stay at this Bideford B&B, you'll be steps from Instow Beach and within a 15-minute walk of South West Coast Path Section 7 Trailhead. Also, South West Coast Path Section 6 Trailhead is within half a mile (1 km) and West Appledore is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Instow Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • South West Coast Path Section 7 Trailhead - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • South West Coast Path Section 6 Trailhead - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • West Appledore - 19 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Ilfracombe Harbour - 55 min drive - 39.1 km

Getting around

  • Barnstaple Station - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪White Hart - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cafe du Parc - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Rose Salterne (Wetherspoon) - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Glorious Oyster - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Boathouse - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Wayfarer Inn

Enjoy 2 beach bars at this 3-star Bideford B&B
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 beach bars and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi.

The Wayfarer Inn also features a garden and coffee/tea in a common area.

This 3-star Bideford bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars on the beach
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Wayfarer Inn offers 6 accommodations. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Separate in-room dining area

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • 2 beach bars
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Separate dining area

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Does The Wayfarer Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Wayfarer Inn.

How much does it cost to stay at The Wayfarer Inn?

As of Sept 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Wayfarer Inn on Oct 4, 2026 start from CA $113, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How close is The Wayfarer Inn to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is a short 1-minute walk from Instow Beach and 4.4 mi (21-min drive) from Basett's Ridge. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Wayfarer Inn offer free breakfast?

The Wayfarer Inn offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Wayfarer Inn?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at The Wayfarer Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Wayfarer Inn?

Free parking is not available at this bed & breakfast.

Does The Wayfarer Inn have a pool?

The Wayfarer Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Wayfarer Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Wayfarer Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is The Wayfarer Inn to downtown Bideford?

The Wayfarer Inn is 0.2 mi away from Instow.

The Wayfarer Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and spacious. The bar was not open while we stayed but the breakfast was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely find hidden away off the main street. We only booked the room an hour before arriving but were made to feel very welcome by the young lady behind the bar. Breakfast was cooked by Phil and was delicious and he came out and had a lovely chat with us. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff , reception and welcome along with a comfortable room and en-suite excellent. Our disappointment was that it was a little too far away from Appledore for us . We believed we could walk to Appledore in 15 minutes . Yes , if the tide is in and you catch the ferry. Our hearts sank on arrival as the whole frontage of the inn had scaffolding giving the impression the inn was closed completely. Our agent didn’t warn us of this … In the end we enjoyed our time at the wayfarer inn.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Place was nice, staff was friendly and helpful, food was good the room we were in was a bit shabby and no parking
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, lovely breakfast. Annoying light in the ceiling that glowed all night.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026