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Epchris House

3.0 star property
Family-friendly bed & breakfast in Ilfracombe with free parking

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Exterior
Standard Twin Room, Ensuite
Game room
Lounge
Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Ensuite

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$206
includes taxes & fees
12 June - 13 June

Explore the area

Map
Torrs Park, Ilfracombe, England, EX34 8AZ
  • Ilfracombe Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Ilfracombe Harbour
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Sandy Cove Beach
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Private Bathroom

Standard Twin Room, Private Bathroom

Standard Twin Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Ensuite

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Ensuite

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Ilfracombe

A family-friendly stay in Ilfracombe awaits you at Epchris House. Within a 20-minute stroll, you'll find popular places like North Devon Coast and Ilfracombe Harbour. Highlights at this Georgian B&B include free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .Enjoy access to scuba-diving and bike hire. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a games room and a terrace. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as an off-lead area. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this 3-property class Ilfracombe B&B include Exmoor National Park and Woolacombe Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Ilfracombe Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Ilfracombe Harbour - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Verity Statue - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Hele Bay Beach - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Sandy Cove Beach - 18 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Chapelton Station - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Admiral Collingwood - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Wellington Arms Ilfracombe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Espresso Seafood Bar & Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Dolly's Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Annie and the Flint - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Epchris House

Family-friendly bed & breakfast in Ilfracombe with free parking
Epchris House offers its guests a terrace, an arcade/games room, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Ilfracombe bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1750
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Epchris House offers 9 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. This individually decorated accommodation has separate dining areas and includes desk chairs and dining tables. Beds feature premium bedding. 30-cm flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. This Ilfracombe bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Books
  • Foosball table
  • Games
  • Scuba diving
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 1750
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Georgian architecture
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-cm flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 20
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 20

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 5.00 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • An off-lead area is available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 11 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 5.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Children 11 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Epchris Guest house
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Epchris House Ilfracombe, Devon
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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Epchris House?

Yep, Epchris House has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Epchris House?

As of 10 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Epchris House on 12 June 2025 start from AU$205.86, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Epchris House?

Yep, Epchris House is a short 7-minute walk from Ilfracombe Beach. Fun beach activities include scuba diving.

What makes Epchris House a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Epchris House.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Epchris House?

No, Epchris House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Epchris House?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Epchris House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Epchris House?

Dogs are welcome at Epchris House, with dog exercise areas on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

Epchris House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 109 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 109 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 109 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 109 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 109 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay at Epchris House, which is lovely old Victorian house in a lovely location, walking distance from the centre. Lovely hosts, exceptional breakfast and the home made cakes were such a treat! We would definitely recommend this B&B. Thanks for welcoming us with our dog who also enjoyed his stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miss Tamara R

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fab stay

Friendly welcoming hosts. Smooth check-in process. Provided useful information about the area and local eateries upon arrival. Very comfortable and clean accommodation. Excellent breakfast provided with a great selection for all needs. Would definitely recommend and stay again 😊. Dog friendly too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Needed the sash window fixing as was making a noise all night with the wind.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful!!

Fantastic little gem! We stayed in the Garden Suite which was ideal for us and our two dogs. Cath was friendly and very informative. Accommodation was great. Bed really comfortable, kitchen & bathroom had all the amenities needed. Loved the morning delivery of our first course of breakfast in a lovely hamper with granola, yoghurt, compote and a lovely orange juice. The cooked breakfast was brilliant too. Couldn’t recommend this place highly enough.
Communal area
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Boutique B& B

Strongly recommend this B&B nothing was to much trouble Will use again when next working in the area
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely b&b

Such a lovely place to stay. Cath and her staff were amazing, so friendly and hospitable. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an absolutely beautiful stay. A wonderful property, friendly staff who were not imposing. The food was just glorious. Ample space in the room; we really appreciated all of the extra special touches. We will be visiting again - it was such a treat!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely room and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

TZU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly staff, very helpful and pleasant to deal with. The breakfast was lovely with lots of options with a lovely view and terrace. Very good location for the local area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely setting

Great place, lovely setting & good friendly service.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Short break

Lovely hosts. Excellent breakfast. Nice garden area to enjoy a drink and some sunshine. Quite a hill to climb which was fine for us but anyone physically challenged might find it difficult.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly service, everything was kept lovely and clean. Also there was a great selection of gluten free options for breakfast. We very much enjoyed our stay and would gladly stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

RACHEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Attentive host, enjoyed stay, just s little overpr

Was made to feel very welcome, attentive host,. Accessible room outside which worked well. Good accessible bathroom. Although room generally quite small to accommodate wheelchair but managed. Overall good stay but perhaps s little overpriced. ,,
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really friendly welcome from owner Nicky. All the staff very friendly and helpful. Immaculately clean and well maintained bedroom and ensuite shower room with beautiful quality furniture and furnishings. Fresh milk in room fridge for tea and coffee. Delicious breakfast with loads of choice. Would definitely recommend and stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is uphill from the town but it's not too bad a walk, the room was lovely spacious and clean, the bathroom is a little small but sufficient for a few day stay. The outdoor pool is lovely on a hot day after a walk up from town 😊.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A lovely place to relax, a short walk to town

We enjoyed our stay here. Very attractive b and b with lovely garden, terrace where you can have breakfast with your dog,and swimming pool. The pool is great and we had it all to ourselves on the afternoon we arrived. Very dog friendly with mat and water bowl provided. I would have scored comfort higher but we had the twin room which was not as large as the others and was very hot, not having the large opening windows of other rooms. Each room has a fan, which is a thoughtful touch on summer nights, but I did feel hot and found the bed on the hard side for my liking.The shower room is good but compact. Might be bigger in other rooms. It's all very well kept and is very quiet. We barely heard the adjoining guests at all and the fridge in the room was very useful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jan, Oxford

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived early but this was not a problem as our rooms were ready. Nicky was very welcoming. Everything was clean and of a high standard. The gardens were lovely with a pool, free range chickens, goats, and a lovely view. Breakfast was very good with lots of choice. Easy walk down into town - not so easy coming back but just take it slowly or get a taxi! We all had a lovely stay in this friendly hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The swimming pool was excellent, we had it to ourselves! Pool towels were provided with a deposit of £5 each. The breakfast was excellent - lots of choice!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019