Spacious property with a ballroom and phenomenal sea and harbour views

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The stunning ballroom is ideal for large group dining or parties with seas views

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Wonderful

7 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 16645.8 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Pet-friendly
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

Explore the area

Ilfracombe, Devon

Ilfracombe Harbour
‪7 min walk‬
Hele Bay Beach
‪15 min walk‬
Ilfracombe Beach
‪18 min walk‬
Swansea (SWS)
‪204 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1 - The White Room

1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2 - The Butterfly room

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3 - The Starfish room

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4 - The Lighthouse room

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5 - The`Hideout

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 6 - The Basset room

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 7 - The Fairground room

1 Single Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Child Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1-Ballroom

Toilet

Bathroom 2-Bed Floor 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 3-Bedroom7

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4-Bedroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 5-Top(2nd) floor

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

This large Victorian terrace sleeps 16 people in 7 beautifully decorated bedrooms and includes a ballroom, large comfortable lounge and kitchen, ideal for a big group get together. It is located above the working harbour of this fishing town and panoramic ocean views greet the occupants from every floor of the property. There is an outside terraced area with outside seating and dining furniture and breathtaking views.

Exceptional space and facilities create the perfect destination for large groups. The bedrooms are individually decorated, the living areas are comfortable and modern while respecting the property's Victorian heritage. The ballroom is the perfect setting for that special occasion such as a birthday party or anniversary meal. In the summer months the terrace provides an alternative location to sit down for a special meal, with a large built in BBQ and breathtaking ocean views. Light the chiminea in the evening and sit round the fire watching the ships sail by.

The property has 3 TVs (2 SKY digital boxes with Sports, Movies and Kids). Also I-pod docking station with speakers for 'party' use.

Property manager

Jeremy Warner

Languages

English

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Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

We ask that from midnight noise is kept to a minimum to respect our neighbours.

Important information

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Ilfracombe

Located in Ilfracombe, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at North Devon Coast and Exmoor National Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Watermouth Castle and Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Ilfracombe, Devon

What's nearby

Ilfracombe Harbour - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Verity Statue - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Hele Bay Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Ilfracombe Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Sandy Cove Beach - 21 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

Chapelton Station - 29 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Admiral Collingwood - ‬9 min walk
‪Dolphin Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
‪Larkstone Cafe and Leisure Park - ‬3 min walk
‪Espresso Seafood Bar & Grill - ‬8 min walk
‪Dolly's Cafe - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious property with a ballroom and phenomenal sea and harbour views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Spacious property with a ballroom and phenomenal sea and harbour views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious property with a ballroom and phenomenal sea and harbour views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious property with a ballroom and phenomenal sea and harbour views located?

This family-friendly Ilfracombe holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Ilfracombe Harbour and North Devon Coast. Wildersmouth Beach and Verity Statue are also within 15 minutes.

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Caroline S.

17 Aug, 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ilfracombe

Great location near beaches & town.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Angela T.

1 Nov, 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

3 night half term break

Family party of 3 generations. 13 people.We loved all the space and big rooms. Bedrooms, bathrooms and kitchen were clean and well equipped. Some of the house needs updating and painting.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

paul n.

31 Jul, 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay at Big Sea House

We greatly enjoyed our stay at Big Sea House. The location & views were excellent, the property had the space & facilities that we needed and so we were able to enjoy our week in Ilfracombe. The property decor could be updated & there are a few things that need fixing but these did not detract from our enjoyable experience.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Jan E.

10 Aug, 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Holiday at big sea house Ilfracombe

Spacious and well equipped.Needs some tlc in places . Fabulous views.kids had a wonderful time.The outdoor area needs some serious attention.The BBQ in particular inpar

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

amy d.

3 Jul, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family stay

This was an amazing stay, the property was beautiful. The views were amazing and the beds were so comfy. There was 16 of us in total and there was more than enough room for all of us. The children loved running around the rooms and we all enjoyed playing the games that were there when the weather wasnt good. We will be back next year as i dont think we could find anywhere better.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jacqueline W.

12 Oct, 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Ilfracombe house

Beautiful location, fabulous views.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily W.

26 Sept, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Those views!

This was our 2nd trip here and we loved it! Those views are just wonderful! It's perfect for us with that big lounge overlooking the sea!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim W.

3 Aug, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hope to be back someday.

Perfect accomodation for our three families and friends. Spacious, great views of the harbour and facilities to keep both children and adults entertained in several living areas.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dominic B.

16 Aug, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Group holiday

Ideal location to explore the area, great views of the harbour and plenty big enough to swallow 16 people. Would definitely recommend, only thing that let us down was the weather!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Miss C.

25 Sept, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for group gathering!

Group of friends came together to stay here to celebrate a 50th birthday. Great space for all to stay without being on top of one another and be able to cook and eat comfortably. Amazing views and not too far away from the harbour for a stroll for an ice cream! Would definitely book again!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan D., Oxford

9 Oct, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Week at the big sea house ilfracombe

Amazing views- lovely house - perfect for celebrating four 60th and one 85th birthdays- perfect for dogs and us

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

anet y.

10 Jan, 2025

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Christmas family holiday

Booking this property was easy, the property manager was on hand straight away when we had a problem with finding the place. This house sorted our needs. Lovely big kitchen and lounge area where we could enjoy all the company from a 6 to 72year old! The views are fantastic and position just great! The house itself could be wonderful. It definately needs some TLC in lots of places - thread bare carpets, football table - the players had no heads, the floor in the ballroom is lifting, grand piano with several keys not working, cracks in the sinks in the kitchen. What let it down for us was the cleanliness. Mainly thick spider webs at the windows and sky lights that would not have happened overnight, the oven! and dog hairs that were there before we got there. Other places could have done with a good clean too! We found out that the place is for sale so can understand that you wouldnt want to spend lots on it, but while letting it out just keep it clean.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad C.

11 May, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house with gorgeous views

Great house and fantastic location. Perfect for our family gathering of 17. The kids loved all the toys and games. We used the ballroom for a big catered meal one night and it was ideal.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Paul C.

29 Dec, 2018

Christmas 2018 - perfect for a big family holiday away together!

Our family all under one roof together for Christmas . We had plenty of room and had a great time, creating many lovely memories for three generations.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Zoe W.

25 Jun, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic house with great amenities

Great communication from owners, they provided lots of information on things to do around the local area. Would stay again. We all had a fabulous time. Thank you!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily W.

3 Oct, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

What a fabulous stay we had! The host replied straight away, the property manager was brilliant and oh that view!!! A fabulous place for a large group. So many memories were made and we’ll be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

9 Jan, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy large home in great location

Stayed here over New Years 2021/2022. Nine adults/six kids and dogs! House had plenty of room for us all and was comfy and warm. Excellent location for short walk to shops in the bay and short drive to some lovely beaches!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Simon H.

2 Sept, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

wonderful

Lovely house with an amazing outlook, wonderful time had by my whole family of 12 . The parking arrangement is really necessary and worked well for us. Hope to return in the future.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah M.

3 Jun, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect house for family and friends

Absolutely stunning views and location and the house suited us so well with the amount of space and separate zones to keep kids of all ages happy! Highly recommend and such a friendly and helpful owner and caretaker to communicate with. Parking permits also provided to numerous car parks in the area which was a bonus. Will definitely stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Elisabeth W.

12 Sept, 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Perfect for big group

We loved the property and spaciousness! The rooms are all lovely and comfortable and the common rooms have everything you could need! Thank tou

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hamish W.

5 Jul, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family and friends birthday week

We had 14 of us staying over the week including 12 20 to 22 year olds who loved the house not just for its space and views but also its proximity to swimming beaches, Wetherspoons pub, crazy golf, and the bigger beach for beach cricket at Woollacombe. Another wonderful week in Ilfracombe

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen G.

18 Jan, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Large family xmas

We had a lovely large family xmas at the house. The views where amazing and the house was really nice and spacious. The kids absolutely loved having a disco downstairs in the ballroom.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sorel W.

15 Jun, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect week away!

Absolutely loved staying at the Big Sea House! Hugely accommodating for such a large group with amazing views. The only downside is that there weren't any cleaning supplies to help us stay on top of tidying. Aside from this, it was the perfect property for a large group and we all had a fun and relaxing time! Thank you :)

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Shirley M.

4 Jun, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent house for large groups. Wonderful views and very sociable well equipped kitchen.

Some anxiety included in rental process, as even though I’d paid balance, Home and Away kept emailing me for it!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Noah F.

3 Jun, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Big Sea House is amazing!

This is the perfect place to stay for a big family group -- we were 15. The location is spectacular (at least for us townies!) with view across the harbour. The 'ballroom' is huge. The kitchen is the best equipped we have come across, with plenty of space for us all to pitch in with preparations. Easy communication with Mike (manager). No hesitation in recommending!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jeremy Warner

We are a Midlands based couple who love the ocean and we bring our 3 young children to the seaside as often as possible to enjoy surfing, kayaking and being out and about in that fresh sea air. There is something about the light and air by the coast that you never experience inland.

Whether we come as a family or with friends each trip to the working harbour of Ilfracombe is always an adventure in its own right. There is nothing better than being outside in the healthy sea air enjoying quality time with your children. We are not sure whom enjoys it the most, the adults or the kids!

Why they chose this property

We love the town of Ilfracombe especially out of season when the weather whips up the sea and creates wonderful views from the property. The property is part of a former hotel and we were looking for a property that could be used to house larger groups. Now converted into a private residence, with ample accommodation for large groups, the property has been brought back to life as "Big Sea House" and we love the thought of it being occupied on a weekly basis with families and friends coming together to fill the rooms with laughter. North Devon provides a wealth of opportunities for outdoor pursuits including award winning beaches, the Heritage coastal path and Exmoor National Park.

What makes this property unique

Exceptional space and facilities create the perfect destination for large groups. The bedrooms are individually decorated, the living areas are comfortable and modern while respecting the property's Victorian heritage. The ballroom is the perfect setting for that special occasion such as a birthday party or anniversary meal. In the summer months the terrace provides an alternative location to sit down for a special meal, with a large built in BBQ and breathtaking ocean views. Light the chiminea in the evening and sit round the fire watching the ships sail by.

The property has 3 TVs (2 SKY digital boxes with Sports, Movies and Kids). Also I-pod docking station with speakers for 'party' use.