Ilfracombe Holiday Cottages

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Elaine - Verified booking

  I’ve just got back from a few days away at Widmouth Farm Cottages and can truthfully say this is one of the nicest, cleanest and most peaceful places I’ve ever stayed.

  The cottages are all laid out within a large courtyard area, with picnic benches and private gardens. I booked Robin but was very kindly upgraded to Swallow and when I walked in, I was not disappointed. First impression was that it was beautifully decorated with modern furniture and soft furnishings. It was spotlessly clean from top to bottom and very welcoming. The kitchen area is very well stocked and the bathroom is well appointed with a nice big walk in shower. The bedrooms were again spotlessly clean with crisp, fresh sheets and lovely soft furnishings, throws and cushions. Walking out of the cottage into my own front garden with furniture, out into the larger courtyard towards the animal enclosure, I didn’t see much of them while I was here, but I took a walk down the field, on the mowed path to the private beach. It’s quite steep and a little rocky but that’s the Devon coast for you. The beach is lovely and quiet and I could see Watermouth bay from where I stood on the shore. I have nothing negative or neutral to say about this place, it’s all positive. Turning right out of the cottages and a couple of miles later, you come across Hele Bay, which is a lovely little inlet cove. I had a pasty and coffee at the cafe there and found a comfy place to soak up the sun and read. I spent several days at Woolacombe, and visited my favourite food outlet, S&P Fish Shop in Ilfracombe harbour, where I bought a delicious crab sandwich, which I took to Woolacombe and sat on the beach watching the tide come in. Widmouth Farm is beautifully kept outside too, grass neatly mowed, planters full and the courtyards all swept and clean. The helpful utility room gives you washing machine and dryer, and there’s also a basket full of bagged animal feed, at 40p/bag and there’s an honesty box next to it to pay for these. There’s also a boot wash area for ramblers. Just lovely. Thank you, Bethany and family for this wonderful and peaceful little haven. I very much hope to return!

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• Cheryl - Verified booking

  We have just enjoyed a wonderful week at Swallow Cottage.

  Widmouth Farm has it all. From the approach down the drive to the parking area then onto the cottage everything was very well presented. The cottage was immaculate with no issues to report. The beds were comfortable and the outside area a bonus on a warm evening. The cottage is well equipped with everything you will need for an enjoyable stay. The dog exercise area was well looked after as was the rest of the farm. When I say farm it should really read ‘“Estate” as this is one very clean farm. The animals are all friendly and very relaxed around people and dogs. The beach is a wonderful place to spend time if you want to relax with the only noise being the waves. We were pleased to have sat where the Enid Blyton film Five on a Treasure island adaptation had been filmed in 1995. You can walk to Ilfracombe along the coastal path which takes around 2 hours at a slow pace. A great location with wonderful cottage to use as a base for exploring the area.

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• Mrs Taylor - Verified booking

  We loved our week away at the roost. made us feel welcome and was available on site if you needed help. The roost was clean, cosy, comfortable and so peaceful in an idyllic position. It reminded me of a tree house set in Africa. Whilst we didn't have giraffes to feed from our novel height we did see plenty of birdlife including a tawny owl which appeared each night as the bats left the roost (which Paul built). The hot tub was lovely at the end of each day. Lee bay is lovely, hidden away. We would definitely recommend The Roost as long as your mobility isn't impaired as parking is away from the house up 20 steps. You can drop off luggage via a side gate on the road but you can't park there. Over all our holiday was very enjoyable, peaceful, comfortable and I would return at the drop of a hat.

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• Kirstin - Verified booking

  This was a little gem of a stay.

  Gorgeous cottage, beautiful place and amazing private beach. We stayed in Swallow Cottage for a week and thoroughly enjoyed it. Beautifully kept surroundings, with a good playpark and very friendly alpacas that you can feed. The cottage kitchen was well equipped, new spacious bathroom and comfy beds. The utility room included washing machines and a tumble dryer all for a small cost. There was a lovely fenced front garden with table and chairs. Parking was close to the cottage that was just outside Ilfracombe itself. Would recommend and will definitely return. Loved our stay.

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• Sarah - Verified booking

  Downstairs very small - personally I think it would be far too cramped for 3 adults and a dog!

  For instance you had to move a chair to open the fridge or the oven door. We didn't like the bathroom leading straight off the living room/kitchen. The 'double' bed was more like a 4ft so a couple wouldn't be very comfortable. However, the cottage itself was beautiful with amazing decor. We loved the dog field and the private beach. Also the added benefit of a 2nd car parking space was a huge bonus as my sister joined me from a different part of the country and a car share wasn't an option. If I stayed again I would choose one of the larger cottages on the complex.

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