53 Saint Brannock's Road, Ilfracombe, EX34 8EQ, United Kingdom
#4 of 21 B&Bs and Inns in Ilfracombe
Guests' ChoiceBased on 147 B&B reviews
9.6Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.8
Location
9.0
Facilities
9.7
Staff
10.0
Value for money
9.7
Free WiFi
9.4
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 5 June 2024
Elizabeth
United KingdomNo complaints at all.
Very well presented guest house, and the exterior hides the gem within. Received a warm welcome, was shown around, and given advice freely. Breakfast was indeed exceptional
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 4 June 2024
Sandra
United KingdomMatt and Amanda were exceptional hosts. Nothing was too much trouble. The fresh milk and cookies in the room were a nice touch. The room and en-suite are decorated to a high standard and I would highly recommend anyone visiting Ilfracombe to stay at the Devonshire Villa.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 3 June 2024
Sarah
United KingdomThe property is easy to find, has onsite parking, and superbly friendly staff.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 30 May 2024
Linda
United KingdomLovely clean, beautifully decorated rooms with comfy bed Amazing breakfast and plenty of it Warm and welcoming owners x
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 29 May 2024
Alanna
United KingdomToiletries were a bit basic, maybe suggest nicer quality.
Amanda and Matt were attentive and lovely. I found my room spacious and comfortable with some nice touches such as homemade welcome cookies, fresh milk and mini fridge. Breakfast was generous and tasty. Bed and bedding was very good and slept like a baby. Tasteful decoration throughout.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 28 May 2024
Adrian
United KingdomI honestly cannot find a single downside to our stay, apart from it not being longer, so we can enjoy it to the fullest. 10/10 experience!
The ease of access, the parking area, the overall presentation of the property and facilities (extremely well kept and maintained) and many other attributes. The breakfast was second to none, and we can strongly recommend this location to any visitors, as the reviews and the experience speak for themselves.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 27 May 2024
Roxy
United KingdomThe owners were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was great. The room was comfortable with good facilities. Useful to have parking.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 25 May 2024
Holliday
United KingdomWe enjoyed our short stay here and can’t fault this lovely plan and hosts Amanda and Matt
Very comfortable and modern with caricature pleasant view , rooms were clean and tidy with some personal touches
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 23 May 2024
Lianne
United KingdomNothing
Superb accommodation. Very clean Comfortable beds Good complimentary items in the bathroom Tea/coffee/water in rooms Very friendly and accommodating hosts Breakfast was amazing, beautifully cooked and presented using top quality ingredients with a great choice of cereal, fruit, granola, juice, toast, coffee and of course hot items.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 12 May 2024
Sophie
United KingdomWe really loved this family run business, they went above and beyond prior to our arrival helping me arrange a special arrival for my sister in law, putting flowers balloons and banners in the room. Breakfast was lovely, the beds are comfy rooms are clean and you have everything you need. We look forward to hopefully coming back again and Thankyou
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
David
United KingdomThe Devonshire is only a 10 minute walk from the town , ideal for sightseeing and enjoying the various bars and restaurants in town.
The Devonshire is a perfect place to stay, friendly hosts in a B&B that is perfect in every way, hospitality, cleanliness and breakfast, everything was exceptional.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
James
United StatesEverything was great
Very friendly staff, delicious breakfast and a great location. Bonus points for the amazing homemade cookies waiting for us in our room when we arrived.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 16 April 2024
Adam
United KingdomNothing.
It was really cosy, very modern inside and it was so clean too!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Jonathan
United KingdomFriendly and helpful owners, comfortable and clean room, relaxing
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 28 March 2024
Alistair
United KingdomNothing
Warm welcome, recently refurbished, wonderful breakfast
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 26 March 2024
Sean
United KingdomNothing to dislike
Amanda & Matt gave us such a warm welcome and made us feel at home straight away. Home made cookies in the room on arrival. There was so much we liked about the Devonshire Villa, the decor was very much to our taste, the standard king room was beautiful and fitted out very tastefully. The bed was comfortable, pillows and duvet so nice we asked Matt where they got them from and we purchased the same on the way home. Bathroom was quality, fab shower with lovely shampoo & shower gel supplied. Now the breakfast, we tried 3 different breakfasts during our stay and we can only say it was as good as any breakfast we’ve had at The Ivy.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 6 December 2023
James
United KingdomNothing
Breakfast was amazing Ann the owners were great hosts
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 1 December 2023
Mona
United KingdomNothing, the place is faultless!
The hosts, Amanda and Matt are lovely, friendly and the place is very clean, the room is spacious and well equipped and the homemade breakfast cooked by the hosts is just amazing, perfect place and definitely recommend!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 27 November 2023
Nicki
United KingdomSuper friendly owners, very comfortable bed, lovely shower and amazing breakfast. Will definitely return.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 8 November 2023
Jonathan
United KingdomGreat location for work. Amanda and Matt were very welcoming and accommodating. The rooms were modern and the breakfast tasted great
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 6 November 2023
Lorraine
United KingdomThere was nothing not to like about our experience.
Lovely clean room with extra little touches which included the lovely cookies and fresh milk in our mini fridge. The owners were very friendly and welcoming and passionate about their business. Breakfast: There were lots of cereal choices, fresh fruit and granola pots included in the cold choice. You could also order hot croissants on a pre ordered menu. We enjoyed the cooked breakfast which was really tasty and very well presented. There was a variety of other hot food choices.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 4 November 2023
Serge
CanadaWould recommend better exterior signage and lighting.
Warm welcome from owners. Very good breakfast. Room was the same as pictured and spotlessly clean. Nice to have parking. We enjoyed the walk to town and back.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 1 November 2023
Aaliyah
United KingdomNothing
Everything!!!! The hosts were incredible and went above and beyond to facilitate an amazing trip for us. Everything was brand new and impeccably clean. The cookies on arrival were a real treat as well, such a great personal touch. We got our own set of keys to come and go as we pleased and had no curfew which was even better!
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 29 October 2023
Bridget
United KingdomBeautiful and comfortable, lovely hosts and delicious Brekfast
Stayed in October 2023
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