Guests say
Whitestone in Ilfracombe offers a warm welcome, particularly for dog owners, and is praised for its cleanliness and self-catering equipment. The property is well-situated for exploring the beautiful Devon area. However, some guests have noted issues with comfort, particularly regarding the sofa and bed size, and have suggested improvements in the maintenance of facilities.
The property generally receives positive remarks on cleanliness, with no specific complaints indicating any major issues.
The location is described as beautiful and well worth a visit, suggesting a good setting, although no detailed information is provided to give a higher score.
Comfort is a recurring issue, with multiple guests finding the sofa and bed uncomfortable. This suggests that while the property is warm and welcoming, the physical comfort of the furniture could be significantly improved.
Facilities are mentioned, such as a non-existent games room and issues with garden access. Maintenance appears to be a concern, with guests suggesting that the facilities do not meet expectations.
There is no mention of gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the host, so it is not possible to assess this category.
About this property
A cosy first floor self-catering apartment near Ilfracombe, reached through the reception area of the main farmhouse and which shares a landing with Hillymouth, Ref. 19625. This comfortably furnished Ilfracombe holiday apartment is ideal for couples, with an open plan living area with double sofa bed, a double bedroom and a bathroom. Note: The apartment is next to Refs. 19531 and 19625, together they sleep 15 people.
Ilfracombe is a bustling town with two beaches, situated on the North Devon coastline, a short drive from Exmoor National Park. Ilfracombe has a harbour, pubs, restaurants and shops, and a day trip from the town to Lundy Island is essential. The villages of Lynton, Lynmouth, Clovelly, and the town of Hartland, plus many walking routes are all close by. Ilfracombe is an ideal at any time of year.
Accommodation
All first floor.
One double bedroom.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Open plan living area with fitted kitchen, dining area and sitting area with double sofa bed.
Shared laundry room.
Shared external games room with pool table, table tennis, table football and darts.
Oil central heating.
Electric oven and ceramic hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, shared use of washing machine in laundry room, Smart TV., WiFi, selection of books, DVDs and games.
All fuel and power included in rent.
Cot, highchair and baby bath on request.
Off road parking for 1 car.
Shared rear lawned garden with patio, furniture, games, trampoline and BBQ.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 2 miles, pub 10 mins walk.
Note: Newspapers and grocery deliveries can be arranged by prior arrangement with the owner.
Note: No hen, stag or similar.
Please be aware - this property does not supply any towels or bed linens and you would need to bring your own.
Note: Please could all guests ensure to leave the property in a satisfactory manner, if this is not followed we can retain part of the good housekeeping bond
Reviews (6)
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Michelle
The cottage was very cosy and warm. The only downside was the sofa was very uncomfortable, but we just put some throws over it. Would defiantly stay again.
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S
Owner says it sleeps 2/4 people so we assumed we could have the bed and kids could sleep on the sofa bed, that didn't happen! My partner and both children slept in the bed and I tried to sleep on the cobbled street they said was a sofa bed. We ended up leaving a day early because 3 nights with no sleep was about enough for me. I did bring it up with the owner and was told no-one had complained before which isn't true. When we returned home I checked the reviews and someone else had mentioned it before which, in fairness had seen but the review had been commented on by the owner saying all issues had been resolved NOT TRUE. Access to the the garden was through a door with a padlock on and unless I asked we wouldn't have been told by the owner, it felt like they don't actually want you to use it but put it on their advert to make it sound like your getting more than you do. After not sleeping on the last night I took our dog for a walk at 5am and when I returned the door was locked and I couldn't access the Accommodation because you share the entrance with the owner which isn't pointed out on booking. After all is said the area is beautiful and well worth a visit, just find some other accommodation. Wouldn't stay again and definitely wouldn't recommend.
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Robyn
Living effectively with someone if not the experience we wanted due to the awkward feeling of always knowing they where there. The garden was very pretty, but you had to go through a shed full of rubbish to get there and you are made aware on arrival that the owners dog does not like other dogs so are always on edge that it may be there. The games room was non existent, the room had a lot of the owners rubbish from the owners and generally was not a pleasent place to be. The owners are nice people and personally I put the majority of the problems down to you (the advertiser) but even so I think some serious changes need to be made to be taking that sort of money from people. Dan and Robyn