The Devonian

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The Devonian

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Scored 9.9
Rated exceptional

Staff

10

About this property

Historic Setting: The Devonian in Torrs Park, Devon, is housed in a historic building. The adults-only guest house offers a tranquil environment with garden and mountain views. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the garden. The property features a bar and free WiFi, ensuring comfort and connectivity. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms include private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, and free toiletries. Additional amenities include bathrobes, garden views, and streaming services. Delicious Breakfast: A continental, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free breakfast is served daily. Fresh juice and fruits are available to start the day. Prime Location: Located 101 km from Exeter International Airport, The Devonian is a short walk from Ilfracombe. Nearby attractions include Watermouth Castle (5 km) and Lundy Island (37 km).

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

    • Situated in the best rated area in Ilfracombe, this property has an excellent location score of 9.6

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

    • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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1 double bed
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1 large double bed
2 single beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Heather
    Italy Italy
    “The property was exceptionally clean and comfortable. The breakfast was amazing and Terence and Piper super helpful and kind.”
  • Filipe
    Portugal Portugal
    “Friendly owners, quirky place, beautiful garden, very quiet.”
  • Robert
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “One of the very best, great facilities, very very friendly hosts, great food, very comfortable room, outstanding.”
  • Russell
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Everything, what a fantastic place to stay, it has everything you could possibly want. The owners are lovely people who make you feel very comfortable and welcome.”
  • Alice
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Welcoming hosts and the most gorgeous house with beautiful decor and eclectic items everywhere, it was a feast for the eyes. If one wanted there was an extremely well equipped gym, a cinema room showing a film every evening and yet another room...”
  • Ricki
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Piper and Terence are fantastic hosts. They could not have done any more. Very welcoming and attentive. My room was a single, and it was spot on. Good size, clean, plenty of tea/coffee options, all the amenities you need. Short walk into the...”
  • Kellie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Great location, walkable distance to Ilfracombe centre and harbour. Terence and Piper were very accommodating, nothing was too much trouble. We were greeted in the mornings by name and they really took the time to get to know us. Breakfast in the...”
  • Liz
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Everything. Fabulous building, beautifully decorated and immaculately maintained. Very friendly welcome from the host and lots of info provided.”
  • Carl
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Pipa and Terence were wonderful, the buildings decorating looked new and the whole place was spotless, the breakfast choice was great and the actual food even better. Pipa and Terence personal interaction with us and all the guests made the...”
  • Martina
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Piper and Terrence went above and beyond in their hosting. I felt immediately so verywelcome. They put me at ease helping with some transport plans for the next day. They run an incredible hotel and have an impressive work ethic. I would highly...”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Piper & Terence

Company review score: 10Based on 748 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Hi, we are Piper & Terence, and are the very proud owners of The Devonian Guest House & Wilder Brook Self Catering Apartment. Our love of the outdoor lifestyle, drew us to this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the protected National Trust Area. We fell head over hills for what was known as The Woodlands, and decided to remodel it after ourselves, and start the journey of brining this wonderful 1883 house back to life, well... our version of it! If you have any questions about the area, the house or indeed us, just ask. We look forward to welcoming you to The Devonian. Enjoy . . .

Property information

Hello and welcome to The Devonian. ​Our home was built as a Gentleman's Victorian Residence in 1883 and is situated in its own acre of woodland and gardens, in an elevated position within the Torrs Park Conservation Area of Ilfracombe. ​The Devonian offers you peace & tranquillity with commanding views looking down over the town and into the valley. The West Wilder Brook flows through the bottom of our gardens and is an ideal position for watching & listening out for resident Owls, Birds, Squirrels, Badgers and Foxes. ​ We are also very fortunate to be only a stones throw away from the stunning South West Coastal Pathway which travels through the surrounding National Trust land and is a Designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. However, if it’s not one of the many coastal walks you seek, then beautiful beaches, the historic harbour and the unique and breathtaking Tunnels are a short stroll or drive away from The Devonian. The heart of the town is perfect for all your local shopping, eating and relaxation needs. ​

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

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Check-in
From 16:00 to 20:00
Check-out
From 07:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 20:00 and 07:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 20:00:00 and 07:00:00.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.