Nelson at Admirals House in Ilfracombe is highly praised for its stunning harbour views, spacious and comfortable accommodation, and excellent location close to local amenities and scenic walks. Guests appreciate the warm welcome from the host and the well-equipped, clean apartment. While some mention minor challenges with parking and bathroom facilities, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, making it a popular choice for returning visitors and those seeking a memorable coastal holiday.
Multiple reviews highlight the property as very clean and tidy, with no negative comments regarding cleanliness.
The location is consistently described as excellent, with beautiful harbour views and easy access to Ilfracombe's attractions, shops, and walking routes.
Guests frequently mention comfortable beds, a spacious lounge, and a relaxing atmosphere, contributing to a restful stay.
The apartment is well-equipped and maintained, though a few guests noted minor issues such as the bathroom needing improvement and occasional WiFi problems.
Guests appreciated the warm welcome from the host and a quality welcome pack in the kitchen. Please note that gifts or welcome packs are not guaranteed for every stay.
This well-furnished apartment offers a stunning location, enjoying the great harbour and beach views from the windows.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Living room: TV, DVD Player, Electric Fire
Kitchen: Breakfast Area, Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Four Poster Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair available on request. Welcome tray. Patio with furniture. On road parking; additional parking in public car park, 50 yards (weekly permit available). No smoking. Please note: Families, couples and holidaymakers only.. The Admiral’s House - five well-furnished and equipped apartments (three of which are featured here) - is stunningly located on the edge of Ilfracombe’s Heritage harbour with great harbour and beach views from all main rooms. The Admiral’s House is centrally located for Ilfracombe’s main attractions. There are friendly pubs and restaurants and shops and cafes within a few minutes’ stroll. There are local boats for trips and fishing. For special experiences, the summer Lundy Island ferry runs from the harbour. Sometimes the famous Waverly Paddle Steamer offers coastal cruises. The Admiral’s House is a 5-minute walk to the Landmark Theatre. The path at the front of the house is the start of the coastal path leading to Hillsborough Nature Reserve and the coves of Reparee and Larksdown. Hele beach is a short walk, or there is paddling on the sandy beach just below the window. A great base for touring, surfing at Croyd and Woolacombe, cream teas at many gardens, National Trust properties, unspoilt Exmoor, the Victorian cliff railway at Lynton and Lynmouth and many mini theme parks within a short drive. Returning to the harbourside holiday apartment, fishing boats can be seen landing their catch, and crab and lobster can be bought for supper! Shops 100 yards.
Free WiFi
Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards.
Families or couples only.
Holidaymakers only.
There are drops in the garden.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Confirmed Guest
I would recommend Nelson at Admirals House with reservations. Firstly the arrival and drop off are difficult as it is on a narrow one-way street, on a hill with parked cars so you either have to back up or down the hill. Secondly the bathroom lets it down and thirdly we had no wifi for either emails, messages or WhatsApp through strangely the TV worked. Having said all that it is a good-looking building looking straight over the harbour. It was clean, tidy and the beds were comfortable.
Confirmed Guest
Fabulous. Everything was spot on. The level of comfort provided was second to none. Debs has thought of everything to make the perfect holiday retreat. I wish she lived near me, she's a lovely person, the sort you could be friends with straightaway. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend.
James Scott (from Bath in Ilfracombe for a walking holiday)
A very nice apartment, with a view of the harbour, it was an excellent base for our walking holiday with easy road access to beautiful bays and head lands.We delighted in sitting at the dining table near the window where we could enjoy the view. A shelf in the bathroom for shampoo, toothpaste, etc would be useful.The beds were comfortable as were the armchair and settee in the lounge.
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