Beaufort House is a spacious cottage in Ilfracombe, Devon, praised for its vast space, cleanliness, and excellent location close to sunset views and local attractions. It is well-equipped for large groups, offering ample cooking facilities and storage. While some guests noted areas for improvement, the overall experience was positive, with many looking forward to returning.
Guests were pleased with the cleanliness of the property, indicating it contributed positively to their stay.
The location is highly regarded due to its proximity to local sights, including Tunnels beach, shops, and the harbour, as well as a spot to view the sunset.
The property is appreciated for its space and heating, although some guests mentioned a slight smell and tired furnishings, suggesting room for improvement in comfort.
Facilities like ovens and storage are well-received, but there are comments on worn kitchen equipment, tatty games, and maintenance issues that need addressing.
While guests appreciated the decorations and laid table, there is no mention of gifts, so it is not possible to assess thoughtfulness in terms of gifts provided.
Well-positioned on the fringes of the Exmoor National Park in Ilfracombe, Devon, discover this wonderful nine-bedroom holiday home, Beaufort House. With accommodation over flour floors, en-suite bedrooms, a games room and ample off-road parking, Beaufort House welcomes up to twenty guests to bask in the ultimate escape to Devon. After unloading your belongings, enter you new abode on the ground floor where a homely sitting room awaits, perfect for kicking back after a long day of exploring your surroundings. If you’re looking to invite some friendly competition into your stay, take advantage of the games room complete with a pool and bar billiard table and a darts board. Completing this floor is a handy twin bedroom with an en-suite shower room, perfect for the more senior members of your party. On the lower-ground-floor level, discover an impressively stocked kitchen, perfect for rustling up a banquet for your group before settling down in the dining room next door; tuck in as you toast to a fun-filled getaway or move mealtimes out onto the enclosed, sunny patio if you wish to bask in your surroundings a little longer. If you begin to tire, retreat to one of nine bedrooms comprising mainly of doubles and singles, each with their own TV and en-suite facilities so you can wind down or get ready for the day with ease. If you can tear yourself away, begin your adventures at Woolacombe, Wildersmouth or Ilfracombe Beach, idyllic spots to soak in the stunning coastal views, paddle the shores or embark on a peaceful stroll. Here, you can also enjoy the Ilfracombe Museum, Ilfracombe Aquarium, Rapparee Cove and White Pebble Beach, in addition to a superb selection of eateries, pubs and shops so you can stock up on the essentials or refuel with some hearty grub! Further afield, journey into the Dartmoor National Park to discover the Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park, guaranteed to be a hit amongst the younger members of your party, or head to the National Trust owned Heddon Valley to explore Devon’s hidden cliffs and coves before delighting in a scenic picnic. Within accessible reach is also the Exmoor Zoological and Conservation Centre, in addition to the popular destinations of Barnstaple, Westward Ho! and Bideford, so you’ll seldom be short of things to see or do! All of this and more awaits at Beaufort House.
A stunning stretch of North Devon coastline with five beaches, most of which are held by the National Trust, is where the lively coastal town of Ilfracombe is located. The undulating countryside and charming settlements of Exmoor National Park are only ten minutes' drive from Ilfracombe. With a variety of bars, shops, restaurants, and live music almost every night, Ilfracombe's historic harbour and quay are stunning and foster a lively, welcoming atmosphere. From here, take a boat journey to magnificent Lundy Island, a destination of natural beauty that will give you a memorable experience, or go on a wildlife cruise, fishing expedition, or boat tour. Some of the best walking country in England is located around Ilfracombe. You will find the scenery to be breathtaking, whether you choose a leisurely stroll along the promenade around Capstone Hill, confronting the rocky seaside route, or prefer the river valleys and peace of the moorland hills of Exmoor. A handful of excellent restaurants with a focus on regional fish can be found in Ilfracombe. The distinctive towns of Lynton and Lynmouth, with their clifftop railway, are to the east of Ilfracombe, and Clovelly and Hartland are to the west. In addition, Woolacombe Bay, a 3 mile long, golden beach, is only a short drive away. It was named one of the best 20 beaches in the world, making it the ideal location for sunbathing and surfing. Ilfracombe is the ideal destination for a North Devon vacation since it provides access to a thrilling fusion of gorgeous coastal scenery, seaside fun, rural tranquilly, and centuries of legacy and flair.
Over four floors.
Nine bedrooms with TVs: 1 x double with en-suite bath, basin and WC, 2 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 2 x second-floor double with en-suite bath, basin and WC, 1 x ground-floor twin with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x second-floor twin with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x family room with double and a single with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x second-floor family room with king-size and a single with en-suite bath, basin and WC.
Lower-ground-floor kitchen.
Lower-ground-floor utility.
Lower-ground-floor dining room.
Lower-ground-floor living/dining room.
Sitting room.
Snug.
Games room.
The check-in time is 3pm.
Gas central heating.
Range cooker with gas oven and hob, electric oven, microwave, fridge, fridge/freezer, chest freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher.
10 x TVs, WiFi, pool table, bar billiard table, darts board, selection of books.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen included in rent.
Cot available.
Off-road parking for 4/5 cars, unrestricted road parking on a first-come, first-served basis.
Enclosed small sunny rear garden with patio, lawn and furniture.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.1 miles, pub and beach 0.2 miles.
Note: Not stag, hen or similar parties.
Note: Towel hire available through owner
Tracey
The house is spacious and all bedrooms have an en suite bath or shower. The house is well equipped with everything that you could possibly need. I would highly recommend and would definitely return.
Brian
Everything is a bit tired though. Slight smell of damp/old smoke in basement floor, kitchen equipment all mismatched and quite a bit too shabby to be comfortable using. Noisy pipework for room 1 toilet. Games equipment tatty and unreliable. Dangerous trip hazard in kitchen and unsafe grating at the end of the front parking spot. Curtains old and threadbare and don't keep the light out. Having said all that, we had a great time. Please take these as suggestions not complaints.
Patricia
Property light & warm, but rather tired & out of date by modern standards: some items eg radiators, gas cooker, dishwasher, not fully functioning.
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