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The Farthings

Ilfracombe, Devon
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Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3
Change Sat
No Dogs
5 star
Waterside Views
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Luxury
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Hot Tub
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
Spa facilities
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At a glance

  • Contemporary property with ample space for large families
  • Open the floor-to-ceiling doors in the lounge for views of the incredible Ilfracombe coastline
  • Unwind in the outdoor hot tub, or enjoy al fresco meals on the decking area

Property code: OC-FARTHI

This is a wonderful holiday home for up to eight guests with far-reaching views across to the Torrs, the National Trust hills and cliffs immediately to the west of the pretty harbour town of Ilfracombe. With the views on offer, great outdoor facilities, stylish furnishings and decor, guests are sure to enjoy staying at this lovely home.

Imagine yourselves relaxing in the hot tub set on the contemporary decking with frameless glass panels maximising the panoramic countryside and ocean views. The living accommodation is well set out and all rooms are on the first floor with the kitchen/diner opening out onto the beautiful, decked area. The lounge is light and welcoming with stylish furnishings and feature floor-to-ceiling windows to look out on the stunning views while sat in front of the warming wood burner. The four contemporary and relaxing bedrooms are all on the same level, accessed easily from the spacious hallway and all are beautifully finished. In addition to the superb accommodation, the outside is a real feature with a well-thought-out decking area complete with a hot tub set into the deck as the central feature. There is also an outside table set for al fresco meals and sun loungers. The top garden has seating on a raised decked area with glass balustrade optimising uninterrupted views of the coastline and sea. Here you can relax and enjoy a glass of wine in the sunshine and plan your next day’s adventure, out and about in this beautiful part of Devon. The house also has a small patio area (shared entrance) on the lower part of the lawn.

The property is located half a mile up the hill from Ilfracombe's main High Street, with its wide choice of restaurants, pubs, cafes and shops, the harbour and other town attractions are just beyond this. A trip out in the car will be a must for those looking for spectacular coastal scenery, sandy beaches, rugged coves and inspiring coastal and Exmoor walks.

  • 4 bedrooms - 2 super-king-size, 1 king-size, 1 single (with additional pull-out 3’ trundle bed
  • 3 bathrooms - 1 en-suite bathroom with bath, separate shower and WC, 1 en-suite shower room with WC, 1 bathroom with bath, separate shower and WC
  • Electric double oven, gas hob, microwave, dishwasher, waste disposal, American-style fridge/freezer
  • Washing machine, tumble dryer
  • Welcome pack
  • Wood burner
  • Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available
  • Smart TVs, Bose sound bar, DAB radio, Bluetooth speaker, Spotify, CD player
  • Selection of games, books, and DVDs
  • Enclosed decked area with garden furnitue, BBQ, hot tub; shared access to small patio area on the lower part of the lawn
  • Private parking for 3 cars
  • Pub 0.5 miles, 0.5 miles and beach 1 mile
  • Please note, family bookings only
  • This property can be booked alongside another property sleeping a further two guests, except for the months of July and August - please contact us for more details
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Katie Ellis

This property is personally managed by Katie.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 21 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Niall 25th September 2023

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The farthings was everything we hoped for. Lots of space for the family to spread out in, a great view, (amazing sunsets) and immaculately clean and well appointed. The kitchen was excellently equipped. The owner was very helpful with ideas for activities and days out Woolacombe beach was only a short drive away and Ilfracombe Harbour was great foRead morer paddle boarding. We would definitely stay there again. Hide

Reviewed by Laura 29th August 2023

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Thank you so much to Steph for an amazing holiday at The Farthings. The property was perfect, very well equipped. The views were fabulous and we loved the hot tub. Would recommend to anyone and we hope to come back one day!

Reviewed by Barbara 23rd August 2023

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This property is absolutely stunning and is most certainly a 5 star rating. The layout of all the rooms is good and the lounge is huge with plenty of top quality settees, chairs and large footstools with soft furnishings. Plenty of room for everyone in our party of 5 adults and 2 children. The house was cleaned to a very high standard. The bedroRead moreoms are very spacious with comfortable beds and good quality bedding and all have plenty of storage space. The kitchen is well equipped including lots of crockery, cutlery, pans and a wide variety of different types of glassware. The balcony is large with good quality tables, chairs, sunbeds and a parasol. We enjoyed using the two barbecues and of course the hot tub was a winner with us all. The gardens are well kept and also have lovely views, the top garden also has a patio area. The views are stunning from the balcony and also the floor to ceiling windows in the house. We were lucky enough to have some good weather and enjoyed sitting on the balcony watching the sunset. The property is well situated for visits to Clovelly, Croyde, Woolacombe, Lynmouth etc all within a short drive and is a few minutes from the centre of Ilfracombe. Steph is most friendly and ensured we had everything we needed. We would strongly recommend a stay at this property for anyone who would like to visit North Devon. Thank you Steph and Mick, we wish you all the best for the future. Hide

Reviewed by Clive 15th August 2023

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Reviewed by Niall 9th August 2023

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The accommodation was wonderfully maintained and clean and completely met our expectations. The owner, Steph was very helpful and made us feel very welcome. It was a great place to stay

Reviewed by Katherine 30th July 2023

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Reviewed by David 23rd July 2023

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A very well equipped, spacious and beautiful property with sweeping views. Very welcoming hosts - unobtrusive, but highly responsive to issues raised.

Reviewed by Mary 10th September 2022

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Wonderful property. Cannot think of anything that was not provided. Exceptionally clean and comfortable. Thank you Steph and Mick.

Reviewed by Mary 5th September 2022

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Brilliant property. Could not think of anything that had not been provided. Wonderful views. Extremely comfortable beds. Spotlessly clean. Friendly hosts. Very well organised. Thank you all.

Reviewed by Simon 28th August 2022

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The house was beautiful. Such a well equipped house. Everything you need and more. Clearly lots of thought spent by the owners, who were also so kind, and checked we had everything we needed. We couldn't have asked for more. The views, the gardens, facilities, and sun sets were amazing. The walk into town might be a challenge for a young family.Read more But not impossible. A great location for visiting the sites of Devon. Hide

Reviewed by Andrew 21st August 2022

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Reviewed by Caroline 20th August 2022

My husband, three children (21,18 & 12) and I stayed at The Farthings for our summer holiday this year. The property was immaculate, spacious and had amazing views of the sea. We loved using the binoculars to look at the boats at sea. The terrace with the hot tub was great and, in the evening a good spot to watch the sunset. The terrace on the uppeRead morer garden had a gorgeous view and was more secluded. We had several games of crochet on the upper terrace lawn. We requested a couple of fans on the first evening which was dealt with promptly. Note there are stairs to the property and it is at the top of a steep hill should you wish to walk into town. Plenty to do in the area - we visited the tunnels, sculpture park, Lynmouth, Verity in the town and Clovelly. I cannot fault this property or the administration around it's booking. I would highly recommend. Hide

Reviewed by Anonymous 13th August 2022

Steph & Mike Thank you, yes we had a good journey back. Thank you so much for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home, we had a lovely week and we all said that you've thought of everything, there was nothing we needed that we didn't find. especially in the kitchen. And we all enjoyed the hot tub, especially the boys! It was such a perfect loRead morecation too with incredible sea views, we loved sitting outside and watching the amazing sunsets. Thanks again and we hope you are enjoying your break. Best wishes, Simon, Jackie, Ann, Pat, Ben and Tom. Hide

Reviewed by Jason 7th August 2022

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Exceptionally clean property with excellent facilities, everything you could possibly want was their in the property. Excellent views of the sea and we had great fun using the hot tub. Steph & Mick were very friendly hostess. The only down side was the steep walk up to the property from the town but hence the excellent views. Would definitely be boRead moreoking this property in the future. Hide

Reviewed by Stewart John 31st July 2022

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Steph & Mick were excellent hosts, welcoming us on arrival and checking we were ok during our stay. The property is to a high standard and very comfortable with stunning views towards the harbour and hillside (with spectacular sunsets). It is in a perfect location, and most attractions are within easy reach. We will definitely be returning in thRead moree future. Hide

Reviewed by Gerry 28th July 2022

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Pros - All accommodation including outside terrace on one floor, great for guest interaction, entertaining and keeping an eye on the kids. Great views across Ilfracombe Bay and beyond from two terraces (the upper terrace and garden was ideal for some quiet time). Kitchen facilities, especially fridge icemaker and cold water Read morefeed, were exceptional. Terrace worked well for barbecuing and the hot tub later in the evening. Central location for trips to Woolacombe and eating out. Considerate and friendly helpful owners residing on the ground floor. Cons - None Really great holiday for the whole family. Hide

Reviewed by Trevor 23rd July 2022

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Reviewed by Anonymous 22nd July 2022

Hi Steph and Mick. Just wanted to say thank you so much for having us as guests in your fantastic home. We have truly had a fantastic time and The Farthings made our holiday a truly special time. All the best for the future. Trev, Dawn, John Annette,

Reviewed by Carsten 18th July 2022

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We had a great time at the well equipped holiday cottage and enjoyed the fantastic views from both of the two decks, the nicely furnished rooms and spending the evenings in the hot tub. The perfectly maintained cottage offered everything we needed for a great holiday and even more than we expected. We definitely recommend "The Farthings" as an ideaRead morel holiday cottage. Hide

Reviewed by Trevor 10th July 2022

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High quality holiday which met the needs of various age groups from 54 to 92. It's a very comfortable home with views to die for and is in a great location to visit some beautiful locations in North Devon and beyond. Anyone would be happy to visit here without a doubt. Thank you to the hosts Mick & Steph for sharing your home.

Reviewed by Antony 4th July 2022

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Lovely views but difficult to access Ilfracombe on foot.

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