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Driftwood

Guest Rating
Rating
5.0
out of 5
Devon » Instow, Devon
Sleeps up to 8
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 4
Discover Driftwood Barton Close, a stunning coastal retreat in Instow, Devon, perfect for a family getaway. This modern seaside house comfortably sleeps eight guests across four spacious bedrooms, including two king-size rooms with en-suite facilities and two versatile twin rooms. The reverse living design maximises the breathtaking views, with an open-plan lounge, kitchen, and dining area that invites relaxation and socialising.

Step outside to find a private hot tub, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration. The garden features a summer house with a games table and bar area, making it an ideal spot for entertainment.

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About Driftwood

Discover Driftwood Barton Close, a stunning coastal retreat in Instow, Devon, perfect for a family getaway. This modern seaside house comfortably sleeps eight guests across four spacious bedrooms, including two king-size rooms with en-suite facilities and two versatile twin rooms.

The reverse living design maximises the breathtaking views, with an open-plan lounge, kitchen, and dining area that invites relaxation and socialising.

Step outside to find a private hot tub, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration.

The garden features a summer house with a games table and bar area, making it an ideal spot for entertainment. Ample parking and an electric vehicle charging point add to the convenience of your stay.

Located just 0.7 miles from Instow's sandy beach, you can enjoy leisurely strolls along the seafront.

Nearby attractions include the Tarka Trail for cycling (0.5 miles), Westward Ho! for surfing lessons (5 miles), and family-friendly spots like The Big Sheep (5 miles) and The Milky Way (12 miles).

Explore the picturesque village of Clovelly (15 miles) or the beautiful gardens at RHS Rosemoor (12 miles).

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Driftwood Reviews

4.9
Average Rating
80%
5-Star Reviews
100%
Would Recommend
Review Summary
Guests consistently praise Driftwood's exceptional equipment and thoughtful touches, particularly the hot tub, games room and generous welcome hampers. The property's prime location offers easy beach access whilst the outstanding communication and service from owners creates memorable stays for families and groups.
Most Mentioned Features
Hot TubWell EquippedGames RoomWelcome HamperBeautiful PropertyExcellent CommunicationComfortable BedsPerfect LocationSpotlessly CleanThoughtful TouchesEasy Beach AccessOutstanding Owners
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Rating Distribution
Category Performance
Overall Cleanliness
5/5
Facilities
5/5
Overall Comfort
5/5
Overall Location
4.9/5
Driftwood Reviews Over Time
Key Insights & Analysis
🏆 Top Strengths
Driftwood achieves a 4.9/5 average rating with guests highlighting three standout features: the exceptionally well-equipped kitchen and facilities (mentioned in 90% of reviews), the popular hot tub and games room combination and the thoughtful welcome hampers and personal touches that consistently exceed expectations.
👥 Guest Profile
The property attracts families with children and teenagers, multi-generational groups and couples celebrating special occasions. Guests appreciate luxury amenities like hot tubs and games rooms, with many being repeat visitors who value high-quality accommodation and excellent communication from owners.
🔧 Improvement Areas
Based on the overwhelmingly positive reviews with ratings of 4.4 and above, there are no significant improvement areas identified. All guests express high satisfaction with facilities, location and service standards.
🎯 Unique Selling Points
Guests thought these were the most unique things about Driftwood: exceptional welcome hampers with wine and refreshments, dedicated games room with pool table and pinball machine, luxury hot tub with beautiful views, thoughtful extras like towelling robes and filled coffee machines.

Attractions Near Driftwood

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained at Driftwood itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what Devon has to offer, here are some of the nearby attractions you can enjoy during your stay. Please note that some of these activities and days out are paid and it's always a good idea to book in advance to secure your place where applicable.

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