Olde Lantern Holiday Lets - Ilfracombe

Harbour-view holiday lets in Ilfracombe, with sea views and a private laundry room

Location & Surroundings

Olde Lantern Holiday Lets sits in Ilfracombe, 2 km from Watermouth Castle and a few minutes' walk from the harbour, beach, and quayside restaurants. The property offers direct access to the South West Coast Path, with hiking trails leaving from the doorstep. Guests can reach the Damien Hirst Verity statue within 100 metres, and the Ropery car park (24-hour parking from £9.50) is just around the corner.

Rooms & Apartments

Each unit at Olde Lantern Holiday Lets Ilfracombe includes a living room with seating area, a flat-screen TV, and a kitchen equipped with a mini-fridge/freezer, microwave, and dishwasher. The apartments offer sea views from front casement windows, and specific rooms like Pufflings Perch and Peregrine have harbour-facing lounges. Private bathrooms provide a bath or shower and a hair dryer, while all units feature ironing facilities and a kettle.

Amenities & Comfort

A shared laundry room with a washing machine and dryer is available for guest use, along with a bottle of wine on arrival. The property provides free WiFi, central heating, and non-smoking rooms throughout. Safety features include CCTV in common areas, fire extinguishers, smoke alarms, and key access.

Pet-Friendly Stays

Olde Lantern Holiday Lets welcomes dogs, with the host Harriet offering local advice on pet-friendly beaches and pubs. Ilfracombe beach allows dogs on leads, and the nearby George & Dragon pub is within three minutes' walk. Guests have noted the apartments do not smell of dogs, and the property provides recycling points and cleaning items.

Activities & Exploration

Hiking is a key draw, with coastal paths starting directly from the apartments. Guests can book Lundy Island day trips from the harbour, and the Sandpiper pub on the quayside serves seafood under a large orange umbrella. The property is also within walking distance of Watermouth Castle, three pubs, and a cocktail bar.

• Location: Within 2 km of Watermouth Castle, steps from Ilfracombe harbour and the Damien Hirst Verity statue.
• Rooms: Apartments with sea views, fully equipped kitchens including mini-fridge/freezer and dishwasher, and a private laundry room with washing machine and dryer.
• Pet Policy: Dogs welcome; nearby beaches allow dogs on leads; host Harriet provides local dog-friendly recommendations.
• Amenities: Free WiFi, flat-screen TV, ironing facilities, hair dryer, and central heating. CCTV and smoke alarms for safety.
• Activities: Hiking directly from the property; close to coastal paths, Lundy Island day trips, and Ropery car park (24hr parking from £9.50).