About this property
Historic Charm: Barn Owl Inn in Newton Abbot offers a recently renovated inn housed in a historic building. Guests enjoy a beautiful garden, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, and free toiletries. Additional amenities include streaming services, work desks, and carpeted floors. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves lunch and dinner with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Breakfast includes continental, buffet, à la carte, full English/Irish, and vegetarian. Convenient Location: Located 21 mi from Exeter International Airport, the inn is near attractions such as Newton Abbot Racecourse (3.1 mi) and Totnes Castle (9.3 mi). Free on-site parking is available.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Mike
United Kingdom
“It was a great room with very comfy beds. Breakfast was to die for. I will look to stay again when in the area.” - Peter
United States
“Clean, well organized with a friendly and busy pub with good food. Not noisy. Good room with all facilities, excellent breakfast. Well located for Devon travelers.” - Andrew
United Kingdom
“Fantastic staff team. The owner/ manager requires particular mention.... could not do enough both at arrival and whenever necessary. Food menu was exactly what was necessary with vegan options, rooms spotlessly clean and with an excellent...” - Aaron
United States
“Exceptionally clean rooms and facilities. Food was a bit pricey, but delicious.” - Michael
United Kingdom
“Breakfast was impressive. Evening meal was very enjoyable.” - Steve
United Kingdom
“Great location, to break your journey to Cornwall, will use again” - Steve
United Kingdom
“Large area for eating and drinking without being interrupted with moving your chair” - Sandy
United Kingdom
“The Barn Owl was a lovely place to stay. The inn was charming and the room spacious, clean and comfortable. The food was delicious and all the staff were very friendly.” - Lisa
United Kingdom
“Amazing as always so much character … cleanliness 100% … sleep 100% …. Tea and coffee and bottled water in room … the staff at The BarnOwl always greet you … its just amazing and wouldn’t want to stay anywhere else … Theres breakfast ordered...” - Lisa
United Kingdom
“Its just a perfect location … and it just ticks all our boxes .with comfort , cleanness, friendly staff …. Amazing food .”
Area info
Restaurants
- Restaurant
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.



The fine print
Some neighboring business units can been seen from the bedroom window.
Please inform Barn Owl Inn of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
This property might host on-site functions, so noise may be audible in some rooms.