The Devonian in Ilfracombe provides adults-only accommodations with a garden, a terrace, and a bar. This guest house features free private parking and bicycle parking. Rooms include a flat-screen TV with streaming services. Free Wifi and a private bathroom are accessible to all guests, while some rooms are fitted with a DVD player. At the guest house, units include bed linen and towels. Continental and full English/Irish breakfast options with fruit and juice are available each morning at the guest house. The guest house has a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors. Ilfracombe is a 7-minute walk from The Devonian, while Wildersmouth beach is 0.7 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 63 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Ilfracombe, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5!

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.9
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.9
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.6
High score for Ilfracombe
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  • Gillon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The Devonian is a complete delight, the decor, the friendliness, the delicious breakfast, the location. Terence and Piper went above and beyond to make sure our stay was everything we wanted it to be. We stayed in the Olive Room which was...
  • Chen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This is truly a gem - an excellent B&B/guest house that is simply fantastic - the entire house (including rooms) is immaculate, clean and tastefully decorated. The fittings and equipment (e.g. shower, kettle and espressor machine, etc.) in the...
  • Isobel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful place to stay, spacious and very comfortable room. Incredible breakfast spread and the most hospitable hosts. Wish we could have stayed longer!

Hosted by Piper & Terence

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Host Review Score
Host Review Score

Piper & Terence
Hello and welcome to The Devonian. ​Our home was built as a Gentleman's Victorian Residence in 1883 and is situated in its own acre of woodland and gardens, in an elevated position within the Torrs Park Conservation Area of Ilfracombe. ​The Devonian offers you peace & tranquillity with commanding views looking down over the town and into the valley. The West Wilder Brook flows through the bottom of our gardens and is an ideal position for watching & listening out for resident Owls, Birds, Squirrels, Badgers and Foxes. ​ We are also very fortunate to be only a stones throw away from the stunning South West Coastal Pathway which travels through the surrounding National Trust land and is a Designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. However, if it’s not one of the many coastal walks you seek, then beautiful beaches, the historic harbour and the unique and breathtaking Tunnels are a short stroll or drive away from The Devonian. The heart of the town is perfect for all your local shopping, eating and relaxation needs. ​
Hi, we are Piper & Terence, and are the very proud owners of The Devonian Guest House & Wilder Brook Self Catering Apartment. Our love of the outdoor lifestyle, drew us to this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the protected National Trust Area. We fell head over hills for what was known as The Woodlands, and decided to remodel it after ourselves, and start the journey of brining this wonderful 1883 house back to life, well... our version of it! If you have any questions about the area, the house or indeed us, just ask. We look forward to welcoming you to The Devonian. Enjoy . . .
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of The Devonian
Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Safe
General
  • Adults only
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Spa
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    Additional charge
  • Sauna
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

The Devonian takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted The Devonian accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 07:00:00.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about The Devonian

  • The Devonian is 1,800 feet from the center of Ilfracombe. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Devonian offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Sauna

  • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Devonian on this page.

  • Guests staying at The Devonian can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free

  • Room options at The Devonian include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Suite

  • Check-in at The Devonian is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The prices at The Devonian may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.