The Old Eclectick

26 Fore Street, Ilfracombe, EX34 9DJ, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.5/10! <small>(score from <b>47</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
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Scored 9
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Rated superb
47 reviews
a kitchen counter with a microwave and a refrigerator at The Old Eclectick in Ilfracombe
a living room with a couch and a table at The Old Eclectick in Ilfracombe
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The Old Eclectick

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  • Entire apartment
  • 883 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Sea view
  • Garden
  • Pets allowed
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace

Featuring a barbecue and 30-foot sun terrace with harbour views, The Old Eclectick is located in Ilfracombe. The property is 194 km from Swansea. You will find a kettle, oven, microwave, fridge-freezer and toaster in the kitchen.The main suite is equipped with a private shower room and there is second shower room. Extras include free toiletries, a hairdryer, fresh fruit, milk, biscuits and fresh coffee. Barnstaple is 22.5 km from The Old Eclectick, and Minehead is 60 km from the property. The nearest airport is Exter Airport , 104 km from The Old Eclectick.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Ilfracombe, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5

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Reliable info
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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom :
1 double bed
and
1 sofa bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
10
High score for Ilfracombe
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  • Wilson
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Everything was really nice about the apartmand it was all very clean and tidy. The Terrace was an added bonus beautiful view down the streets and into the Harbour.”
  • Julie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The view was beautiful.Lovely comfortable bed.Had everything you needed.lovely bathroom but shower wasn't very powerful if you wanted a hot shower.But it was lovely & clean.”
  • Ruud
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “Sophia is an excellent host in an apartment full of character, a comfortable bed, excellent wifi and a great location.”
Quality rating
This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Hosted by Sophia Henri

9.7
9.7
Host review score
Host review score
Sophia Henri
The house is a Grade II Listed property on Waterloo Terrace overlooking Fore Street, the oldest street in Ilfracombe. The building was fully restored to Grade II specifications in 2006 when it was run as 'The Eclectick' bar, restaurant and art gallery until mid 2016, when I bought it and converted the huge ground floor into private guest lodgings. After a major refurbishment, I have re-opened the New! Improved! Old Eclectick, now with a fully functional kitchen and second shower room. Wherever possible, furniture and furnishings are either recycled or upcycled, cleaning products are plant-based, eco-friendly and coffee, tea, sugar etc sustainably and/or Fair Trade sourced.
I'm London born + bred, but in 2016 I decided to leave 'The Big Dirty City' to fulfil my hankering after the Great Outdoors and my love of coastal walks, so moved to the enchanting Victorian seaside town of Ilfracombe! Converting The Old Eclectick from a bar and restaurant was a labour of love – it took almost a year before I was able to welcome my first guests in Feb 2017. After almost 3 years of happy guests, I embarked on a major refurb, which was completed in June 2020, making The Old Eclectick a fully self-catering private apartment (with two shower rooms!) Every stick of furniture has been carefully sourced (often upcycled) and in some cases, lovingly chalk-painted!. It’s pretty ‘Bohemian’ - my style being about creating homely comfort, colour & practicality!
Ideally located within 2 mins of Ilfracombe Harbour and pretty much anywhere in this historic Victorian seaside town – including direct access to the South West Coast Path - ‘foodie’ Fore Street has become renowned for its diverse and top quality restaurants. The property is diagonally opposite the Michelin-starred Thomas Carr at The Olive Room and a stone’s throw from the harbour and the best fish ‘n chips in town!
Languages spoken: English,Italian

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Old Eclectick
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
No parking available.
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Common areas
  • Shared lounge/TV area
Wellness
  • Sun umbrellas
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Beach
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Snorkelling
    Off-site
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Off-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Outdoor & View
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Sea view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
  • Semi-detached
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Miscellaneous
  • Pet bowls
  • Adult only
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Italian

House rules

The Old Eclectick takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 17:00 to 21:00

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 07:00 to 10:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of GBP 50 is required. The property charges this 14 days before arrival. This will be collected by bank transfer. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via bank transfer, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 10 years are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
£40 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Old Eclectick in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

A damage deposit of £50 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by bank transfer. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via bank transfer, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about The Old Eclectick

  • Check-in at The Old Eclectick is from 17:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • The nearest beach is just 50 yards from The Old Eclectick. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at The Old Eclectick may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The Old Eclectick offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Mini golf
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beachfront
    • Horse riding
    • Beach

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Old Eclectick on this page.

  • The Old Eclectick can accommodate the following group size:

    • 4 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The Old Eclectick has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The Old Eclectick is 550 yards from the centre of Ilfracombe. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Old Eclectick on this page.