The Devonian

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The Devonian
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Scored 9.9
Rated exceptional

Staff

10

About this property

Historic Setting: The Devonian in Torrs Park, Devon, is housed in a historic building. The adults-only guest house offers a tranquil environment with garden and mountain views. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the garden. The property features a bar and free WiFi, ensuring comfort and connectivity. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms include private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, and free toiletries. Additional amenities include bathrobes, garden views, and streaming services. Delicious Breakfast: A continental, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free breakfast is served daily. Fresh juice and fruits are available to start the day. Prime Location: Located 63 mi from Exeter International Airport, The Devonian is a short walk from Ilfracombe. Nearby attractions include Watermouth Castle (3.1 mi) and Lundy Island (23 mi).

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 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 9.6!

Breakfast Info

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

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Simon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “What wasn’t to like about this property! The whole place is gorgeous Piper & Terrance have done an amazing job in making The Devonian a wonderful place to stay! We will most certainly be back!”
  • Maria
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The house is beautifully renovated and decorated with enormous attention to detail. The rooms and beds were clean, comfortable and relaxing. Wish we could have stayed longer to make use of all the amazing extra facilities - reading room, gym and...”
  • Rhonda
    Switzerland Switzerland
    “An absolute gem of a place, the Devonian is exceptional in every way. The rooms are exceptionally comfortable and clean. The breakfast was simply divine. The common areas are tastefully designed and furnished. And the garden is glorious. I can’t...”
  • Thomas
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Amazing B&B experience. Very nice and spacious room in a beautiful house with wonderful hosts Terence and Piper”
  • Phil
    United States United States
    “The breakfast was awesome. The fresh fruit and traditional breakfast were exceptional, and the hosts were so friendly and accommodating. I wish we could have arrived sooner to enjoy the amenities on the property, but unfortunately, we didn't...”
  • Gemma
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Beautiful decor, extremely well kept. Very clean. Wonderful owners. Fabulous breakfast”
  • E
    United States United States
    “I rated a Porlock BnB as perfect (which it was) but the Devonian was even better. In many ways it was like a luxury boutique hotel. It had a beautiful bar, a little cinema, a reading room, a drawing room, a gym, a massive garden with sauna,...”
  • Colin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Exceptionally clean and tidy throughout. If this was a hotel, it would be classed as a 5* +”
  • Charles
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The Devonian is an excellent B&B, imaginatively designed with superb attention to detail. Piper and Terence are charming, welcoming hosts. There was a good choice of breakfasts and the quality, excellent.”
  • Bb
    United States United States
    “We enjoyed every minute of our stay at the Devonian and truly wish we could have stayed longer. From the moment we arrived our hosts, Terence and Piper, made us feel welcomed and part of the house's community. Our room was very clean, comfortable...”

Managed by Piper & Terence

Company review score: 10Based on 759 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

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 . . .

Property info

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. ​

Language Spoken

English

Area info

House rules

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Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Check-out
From 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

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

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 8:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

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 20:00:00 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.