Holiday cottages and self-catering apartments Ilfracombe

THE ADMIRAL'S HOUSE

The Admiral's House, formally the Ilfracombe Manor House, is situated at the edge of Ilfracombe's Harbour and consists of five beautifully converted apartments named after famous Admirals - Jellicoe, Nelson, Exmouth, Hornblower and Fisher. In addition there is an attached cottage, Benbow and overlooking the harbour we have the charming Seafoam House.

All these properties have splendid views over Ilfracombe's Heritage Harbour. They are adjacent to the picturesque quay giving easy access to the restaurants, cafes/bars, nautical attractions and activities.

All apartments have fitted kitchens with microwaves, cookers and fridges; television (with Freeview), C.D. player and radio alarms; irons and ironing boards; duvets and linen; towels and tea towels; full heating; cot and high chair available; games and books. To the rear is a steep rustic and rambling communal garden with fabulous viewpoints from the lawn 'summit'. There are patio suntraps and picnic areas for use by all guests.

Available for all apartments is a utility area, with a washing machine and tumble dryer.

All the accommodation is self catering and open all year. These are strictly NO SMOKING properties.

Thank you. Daun Marshall

The History of The Admiral's House

Apart from a handful of fishermen's cottages, The Admiral's House was once the only property overlooking the now famous Ilfracombe Harbour.

The picturesque town grew around a tiny fishing village but the Admiral's House has commanded its position over the sheltered port since 1720. Originally the Manor House, the site dates from Norman days and has been held at different times by the Champernounes, Martyns, Greys, Sir Philip Sydney, Audleys and the Bourchier Wrey family. The listed Georgian house occupies the site once dominated by Ilfracombe's ancient castle and, in the recent conversion and loving refurbishment, an underground passage has been discovered which led from the quay to the castle.