“Hollycombe in Ilfracombe is a delightful property.”
It is well equipped with everything that you need and has extremely comfortable beds.
The open plan downstairs really lends itself to a sociable cooking and dining experience. The courtyard garden is lovely to sit in of an evening as well. There is a dish washer and washing machine. A walk in wardrobe. I honestly could not fault this little house.
Ilfracombe itself is well worth visiting it has a dramatic coastline including the coastal path where you can walk to delightful little bays such as Hele Bay where we enjoyed a picnic on top of a rock. Unfortunately, the Tunnels beaches were closed due to landslide so hope to go back to visit but there is a Landmark theatre and a museum. The harbour is beautiful with little shops and bistros/bars etc and of course the amazing Damien Hirst's Verity standing proud on a pile of law books, it fits in well looking out to see ( a bit statue of liberty-like. This was my first time to Ilfracombe and I was not disappointed . We walked up the hill to the Chapel and we could just about see Wales!
At the end of the day, we enjoyed a cold beer looking over the sea/harbour at the Lime Kilm bar/bistro. We also enjoyed the Italian restaurant Giovanni and Luca where we had seafood pasta. We also bought fresh fish from the harbour and they gave us instructions how to cook it.
I could go on and on. We were blessed with the weather and we visited Lundy Island from nearby Bideford although you can go from Ilfracombe depending on the tides.
There are some lovely nearby spots to explore such as Lynmouth and Coombe Martin.
I would definitely go back to Hollycombe. The house is amazing. The only negative would be that High Street looks a bit deprived but that did not spoil it for us. In fact the people were very friendly and we felt very welcome.
Nice touch of the owner to leave us a Cream Tea and some milk for a cuppa. We will be back!!!
Summary
- Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with TV, 1 x bunk bed
- Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail, and WC
- Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area, and sitting area
- Gas central heating
- Gas oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher
- TV, WiFi
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Highchair and travel cot available on request
- Enclosed garden with decking and furniture
- Two well-behaved dogs welcome
- Sorry, no smoking
- Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.1 miles, beach 0.5 miles
- Note: Although there is no specific parking for this property, there is roadside parking on first-come-first-serve basis
- Note: Washing machine is located in cupboard
- Note: Steps down to decking in garden
- Note: This property is for holiday lets only, no workers allowed
The property
Hollycombe is a tasteful, end-terrace set in the seaside resort of Ilfracombe in Devon, enjoying a pet-friendly policy and a short walk to a beach.
Barnstaple 11.6 miles.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.
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About the location
ILFRACOMBE
Barnstaple 11 miles.
The bustling seaside town of Ilfracombe lies on a beautiful stretch of North Devon coastline, with five beaches, much of it owned by the National Trust. Ilfracombe is only a ten minute drive from Exmoor National Park, with its rolling countryside and quaint villages. Ilfracombe's heritage harbour and quay are spectacular, with many pubs, shops and restaurants and frequent live music, creating a lively, friendly atmosphere. From here, take a wildlife cruise, a fishing trip or a boat trip to magical Lundy Island, a place of natural beauty, which will provide you with an unforgettable experience. Ilfracombe is the centre for some of the finest walking country in England. Whether you enjoy a gentle promenade walk around Capstone Hill, tackling the rugged coastal path or prefer the river valleys and tranquillity of the moorland hills of Exmoor, you will find the scenery spectacular. Ilfracombe also boasts a number of high-quality eateries, with local fish being prominent on their menus. To the east of Ilfracombe are the unique villages of Lynton and Lynmouth with its clifftop railway, and to the west lie the delights of Clovelly and Hartland. Moreover just a short drive away is the 3 mile long golden beach of Woolacombe Bay, which was been voted one of the top 20 beaches in the world, the perfect place to relax in the sun or catch some waves surfing. Ilfracombe is the perfect location for a North Devon holiday, offering you a gateway to an exciting blend of stunning coastal scenery, seaside fun, rural tranquillity and centuries of heritage and style.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas
