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Vintage Furnished Garden Apartment, Pets Welcome! BBQ on Large Patio & Seaviews!

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Unbeatable View of The Lundy Boat Race
Flying the flag for DEVON.
Time for Brekkie?
Patio dining or just lazing around.
Another lovely day!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Ilfracombe, ENG
  • Ilfracombe Harbour
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Ilfracombe Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Hele Bay Beach
    ‪20 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Vintage Furnished Garden Apartment, Pets Welcome! BBQ on Large Patio & Seaviews!

In 1790 Seaview Cottage, was a simple fisherman's residence, and is now a cosy and delightful one bedroom garden apartment with a spacious garden patio offering you superb sea views and alfresco dining. This well maintained and fully equipped property is a short walk to Ilfracombe's busy harbour still with an active fishing community. The Harbour is home to Damien Hirst's famous statue, Verity. A SUPERB piece of Craftsmanship which is a subject of conversation with everyone who has seen her. It is ours for 20 years, loaned by Damien Hirst who has a fondness for this beautiful North Devon area, and who now lives locally. Damien has a harbour side wine bar/restaurant offering great food and the best of views too. Relax with a coffee and watch the activity of the sailing enthusiasts working on their crafts.

Ilfracombe's aquarium is also a unique spot to enjoy a coffee on the balcony and all the comings and goings of The Oldenburg Ship on it's daily trips to Lundy Island. If island life appeals, perhaps you may be tempted too, or take a trip along the stunning coastline in one of the local boats. Don't miss out if you enjoy fishing, you can fish from The Quay or from the well equipped vessels manned by experienced local fishermen. Be sure to take a woolly jumper as it is always cooler on the water.

Seaview Garden Apartment is tucked away in a secret garden away from the main road and yet so very near to everything that will give you access to anything you want to get involved in. For example; The High Street and Fore Street restaurants are just two - three minutes walk away, with interesting shops and art galleries, the Seafront Tea Gardens offer tempting choices for lunch with of course, a scrumptious Devon Cream Tea later on. If you have a very special date to celebrate, Ilfracombe now boasts a new Michelin Star Restaurant in Fore Street, The Olive Room, alongside the other specialised seafood restaurants, but if Italian, Indian, Spanish, Chinese or traditional local food are on your list, this is the town to tempt you to enjoy locally caught fresh fish! The new Black Sands onThe Seafront is so popular that booking is essential. Check it out before you arrive on your break.

Boat trips are available every day to view this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty along the coastline, and great fishing trips are available daily too. The Catch of The Day is on offer in local pubs and restaurants, and Maddy's is very popular for good old fish and chips.

THE PROPERTY: Newly refurbished and all on one level it has a large patio, a pretty garden, super BBQ, and a selection of garden furniture including a new and inviting garden swing. The spacious patio garden now overlooks our reclaimed orchard with a surviving 100 year old (plus?) apple tree which was exposed when 20 plus years of neglect and overgrown shrubbery was cut away revealing the walls with their Victorian Training Wires still in place.

The pretty double bedroom with vintage furniture, has good storage and a very comfortable bed. All linen is supplied including towels and if you stay more than a week, your linen is changed of course.

The newly decorated lounge has a very comfortable Knowle sofa, cosy leather armchair; and the attractive feature fireplace is useful for cooler evenings; round pine dining table with dining chairs; a large flat screen TV with Freeview and good choice of DVDs; radio and CD's, and a bookcase offering a varied selection of books and novels for whiling away a relaxing afternoon on the garden swing!

Wi-Fi available free.

The kitchen has everything you need for self catering, with a fast Ceramic Hob; fan oven; coffee maker; fridge/freezer; microwave; dishwasher and washing machine. Fully equipped with crockery, pots and pans plus utensils. Should we have missed anything, please do ask.

The Cloakroom and separate Shower Room have heated towel rails.

SEAVIEW is the perfect Winter break accommodation to chase away the cobwebs! ENQUIRIES TO OWNERS )

WE HAVE NOW ACQUIRED A SECURE RENTED GARAGE NEARBY WHICH WE OFFER TO OUR GUESTS FOR A SMALL DAILY CHARGE.

Seaview offers good access to local Blue Flag beaches, with Woolacombe Beach just 4 miles away and voted Best Beach in the whole of Europe in 2016. The Tunnels Beach in Ilfracombe offers safe sea bathing with a great cafe for coffee, snacks and ice cream. With good Coastal Walks and Exmoor on the doorstep you will be spoiled for choice. A day spent in the lovely soft, North Devon sea air, rated among the best in England, is often claimed by our guests as the answer to a restful night's sleep! The lovely comfortable bed helps too we often hear!

Pay a visit to our local theatre on the seafront, The Landmark, with full entertaining programmes of Summer shows, and with the multi screen cinema on the High Street offering all the very latest movies there is entertainment for all tastes.

Enjoy a day out sightseeing and return to Seaview for that BBQ, a glass or two on the patio and the beautiful sunsets we are blessed with here in North Devon, end your day perfectly.

Seaview Garden Apartment is available all year round for those hardy folk seeking fresh invigorating walks on Exmoor and the lovely coastal walks around here!! Of course there is always the opportunity to snuggle up after that walk, catch up on your reading,and just relax. (or chill and watch our collection of DVDs!) Don't forget this is a COSY cottage with efficient gas central and a feature fireplace for cooler evenings.

WE ARE A PET FRIENDLY RESIDENCE WITH OUTSIDE SPACE FOR YOUR DOG TO ROAM IN THE ORCHARD TOO!

Property manager

Anne & Graham Symonds.
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
A child welcome to use the Knowle Sofa Bed.
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Events

Events allowed: birthday parties
If you have a special occasion we can assist.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Free for 1st fee for 2nd
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets most welcome. Let owners know what type/size of dog please. Pets can access orchard too! Low Rental Garage available nearby please enquire.
5 Nights minimum booking from June to end of August and 3 nights minimum for rest of the year.
Relax & Enjoy! You deserve it!

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 2
Note from host: If you have a special occasion we can assist.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ilfracombe

Located in Ilfracombe, this apartment is in a rural area and near the beach. While the natural beauty of North Devon Coast and Exmoor National Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Ilfracombe Harbour. Watermouth Castle and Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Ilfracombe, ENG

What's nearby

  • Ilfracombe Harbour - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Verity Statue - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ilfracombe Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Hele Bay Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Sandy Cove Beach - 18 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Barnstaple Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Admiral Collingwood - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dolphin Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Espresso Seafood Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dolly's Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪S & P Fish Shop - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Vintage Furnished Garden Apartment, Pets Welcome! BBQ on Large Patio & Seaviews! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Vintage Furnished Garden Apartment, Pets Welcome! BBQ on Large Patio & Seaviews!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vintage Furnished Garden Apartment, Pets Welcome! BBQ on Large Patio & Seaviews!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Vintage Furnished Garden Apartment, Pets Welcome! BBQ on Large Patio & Seaviews! located?

Situated by the sea, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ilfracombe Harbour and North Devon Coast. Wildersmouth Beach and Verity Statue are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 146 out of 159 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 159 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 159 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, cosy cottage with a huge bonus of several outdoor areas with sea views, including a hidden orchard. Centrally located within walking distance of everything. The ability to rent a garage is a real bonus. Anne is a lovely host. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

beverley l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Seaview stay

An amazing little garden apartment. Great location with super views. Anne was an amazing host. Very clean. Everything we needed for a relaxing stay. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it!

Absolutely loved this apartment - spotlessly clean, fabulous location and a beautiful and secure garden.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ed R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Marvellous location with a panoramic view of the city coastline from an elevated position. The quaint cottage has everything needed for a short stay and our host was most welcoming. The only issue is car parking, which requires the juggling of street parking and daily excursions to avoid having to park further up the steep terrain around the cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just beautiful

The apartment had everything we needed, the location was perfect, the grounds were wonderful and Anne our host is the loveliest lady, what’s not to love about this place will definitely be back! Highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaun B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mr

Lovely host. Great place.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

Great views from patio of Ilfracombe and sea. Comfortable bed. Great location…close to downtown. Quiet. We would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jenny W.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary trip

The location and details of the property were just as we had expected from the website. Didn't realise Ilfracombe was so hilly! The local people were extremely friendly and we had a great time. Only disappointment was that there was no welcome pack and having had a 5 hour journey we were looking forward to a cup of tea. Also there were no wine glasses. Sadly there was no information either about the property or surrounding area and what to do with rubbish/bedding on checkout day. The host was very friendly and lived on site .
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

The views were exceptional and a lovely place to stay . Checked out in the morning but nobody answered the door or asked us if we enjoyed the stay , so we posted the keys through the letterbox
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

JEREMY R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing central location.

We especially liked being so close to all the amenities of Ilfracombe, finding our way through shortcuts and pathways to arrive wherever we needed to be. Shops, eating places,beaches, harbour all close at hand.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect cottage

We had a perfect few days in this charming cottage, beautifully furnished with the most stunning views.Cosy and comfortable with everything you could possibly need. Our dog had the best time too in the stunning enclosed garden and orchard, quite the perfect place to sit with your morning coffee looking out at the sea and harbour. We were able to park our car in the garage provided for a small daily charge as parking in the area can be difficult. A welcome service. Overall it was a little piece of heaven and we are thoroughly refreshed. the t
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Richard G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Devon hols with pet labradors

Fabulous property, just what we needed and so dog friendly. Terrific patio and orchard garden with great views. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

ian c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for dogs and views.

From the time we arrived till the time we left we had a great time. Two dogs had a safe and secure are to run around. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovelly Property

Lovelly property well positioned for exploring Ilfracombe, Lovelly owners and bus stops handy if you want to get around via busses, day rider tickets are quite reasonable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Norman A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely views

We had a great holiday despite the weather. Lovely cottage with great garden and views Anne was very helpful and friendly Would thoroughly recommend this cottage
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect apartment

Seaview apartment was ideal for us & our little dog. Couldn’t fault anything, everything had been thought off. Private, brilliant outdoor space. Exceptionally clean & comfy bed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jess H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Seaview

Fantastic stay, the property is gorgeous and just as described. The Orchard is a beautiful (huge) add on if you have dogs, an absolute gem!! Loo roll, tea bags, coffee, cooking pans etc.. It's all there. We will definately be returning!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home from home

Perfect location with fabulous patio and garden to relax in. Property has well stocked kitchen and inviting interior decor. Super helpful owners on site and garage avail for car.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent views

Lovely apartment with everything we needed , lovely views from patio area . No problems everything excellent.😀
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Steve and pearl

5 stars definitely staying again. Already planning next year
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janine A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property.

The property has is super cosy and has everything you need.The owner was very welcoming and even though the property is attached to the main house, they don’t interfere in your stay. Had a great time and the views from the terrace are stunning. The dog loved running around the orchard which is fully enclosed. Just a note, if you are on the tall side, the ceilings in the lounge and bedroom are low.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ellen and Ken

A beautiful apartment with stunning views. The hosts were very helpful, and friendly, definately a place to go back too, it's like home from home.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing view

One of the nicest holiday accoms we've stayed in. Small, as you would expect for a two person property but cosy, comfortable and beautifully furnished. Terrace, view and orchard were the real highlight. Enjoyed alfresco breakfast, afternoon snoozies, drinkies and sunsets out there. Great location for accessing all that Ifracombe and north Devon have to offer. Really warm welcome from hosts. Our dog also welcomed and loved it. We had the most wonderful, relaxing holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy L., Staffordshire

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely stay

A lovely cottage with stunning views to the sea and the town, easy walking distance to everything, the cottage has everything you need for your stay, its so cosy and we felt relaxed as soon as we got there. The hosts were lovely and welcoming. Our dog absolutely loved the gardens to run around. A little gem of a place if you want to explore North Devon. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Couldn’t believe our luck at finding this gem of a cottage, to call it a holiday let would be doing it a grave injustice. A real home from home, Anne and Graham have thought of everything you could possibly need and more, beautiful setting, amazing views over ilfracombe, the cosiest cottage, so friendly, it really felt like we’d known our hosts for years instead of meeting for the first time. Can’t wait to come and stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Anne & Graham Symonds.

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As I have always loved the coast, retirement seemed the right time to make that longed for wish and I moved to North Devon. Every day looking out across the water never ceases to delight with yachts and ships sailing back and forth. The signal from Saint Nicholas lighthouse strikes it's blue light all night long telling sailors they are almost home. The lively pretty harbour is a constant hive of activity with the catch of the day unloading and boat owners working on their sailing craft in readiness for another busy season.

I have lived here in North Devon since the year 2000, and in that time my husband and I have rejuvenated a sad, forgotten fruit orchard neglected for over 20 years, but now bearing an Autumn harvest. We furnished cosy Seaview Garden Apartment with antique and vintages pieces and it now accommodates 2/3 guests.

Without fail holidaymakers marvel at the view across to the Welsh Coast as I still do, and enjoy the wonderful sunsets. I have made my dream a reality to live by the coast and Ilfracombe has so much to offer all age groups so we have friends of all ages now.

Why they chose this property

Seeing the stunning view when I turned the corner from Portland St, made up my mind before even viewing the property, I just HAD to live there. The garden was drowning in weeds and so un-loved, but the worst area was the orchard as it had disappeared from view under huge brambles and was being used as a local dumping ground by lazy people!

It HAD to be rescued and the view was priceless, so it became a project of a lifetime. There is always something calling for needy attention, but that is why I have a retired builder for a brilliant reliable maintenance man. It Also Helps That We Happen To Be Husband and Wife!!

What makes this property unique

The surprise of a hidden garden with stunning views and the orchard below was just too tempting to ignore. The lovely sunsets were such a bonus and you can't put a price on a STUNNING view! The orchard patio area invites you to relax and enjoy an even better view of the harbour with VERITY, the wonderful creation by DAMIEN HIRST, now at home by the water's edge with a message for the world - Truth and Justice.

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