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The Olive Branch

3.5 star property
Georgian B&B with restaurant, near Ilfracombe Harbour

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Beach nearby
Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing
Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (6)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Archery

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Flat-panel TV
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free toiletries
The price is $119
includes taxes & fees
$99 per night
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2025

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  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room, Sea View

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Individually decorated
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Flat-screen TV
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Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room, Sea View

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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
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Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Single Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
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Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Twin Room, Sea View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
56 Fore Street, Ilfracombe, England, EX34 9DJ

What's nearby

  • Ilfracombe Harbour - 4 min walk
  • Ilfracombe Beach - 10 min walk
  • Ilfracombe Aquarium - 5 min drive
  • Hele Bay Beach - 11 min drive
  • Woolacombe Beach - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Barnstaple Station - 30 min drive
  • Chapelton Station - 30 min drive
  • Umberleigh Station - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Admiral Collingwood - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dolphin Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Espresso Seafood Bar & Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dolly's Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪S & P Fish Shop - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Olive Branch

When visiting Ilfracombe, The Olive Branch is a great choice to consider. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Olive Room, which serves seafood and is open for breakfast and dinner.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 5 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Express check-in/out available
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Children (14 years old and younger) not allowed
  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • No onsite parking
  • Offsite parking nearby (GBP 3.10 per day)

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant

What to do

  • Archery
  • Beach nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Georgian architecture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Olive Room - This restaurant specializes in seafood and serves breakfast and dinner. 1-star Michelin rating.

Fees & policies

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 3.10 per day

Policies

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Olive Branch B&B Ilfracombe
Olive Branch Ilfracombe
Olive Branch B&B
The Olive Branch Ilfracombe
The Olive Branch Bed & breakfast
The Olive Branch Bed & breakfast Ilfracombe

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Olive Branch?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Olive Branch?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Olive Branch.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Olive Branch?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Olive Branch and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as archery.
Are there restaurants at or near The Olive Branch?
Yes, Olive Room offers seafood.
What's the area around The Olive Branch like?
The Olive Branch is located near Wildersmouth Beach, just a short 4-minute walk from Ilfracombe Harbour and 18 minutes' walk from North Devon Coast.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Singing shantys
We had a lovely time shame it wasn't more than one night, great service and even sand Shantys with the group that meet up there every Thursday.
Judith, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

B&B with good accommodation and good breakfast
Lovely little B&B. Have been going there for a number of years now. Simple, friendly, and comfortable with a great breakfast.
Graham, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Room comfy and clean, host friendly and welcoming. Good location in the centre of the town.
RICHARD, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A lovely warm welcome, excellent food and a great view. Thank you
Deborah, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

The Olive Branch is a really friendly place to stay. It delivers more than you expect from the 3 star rating. Parking in the nearby town car park is less than £10 for 24 hours and is about a minute away, so very good being so near the harbour. Definitely my first choice if I am back in Beachcomber.
Niels, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

I visited the Olive Branch before and after a trip to Lundy. When the departure had to be put back by 24 hours because of a high wind there was absolutely no difficulty in our being able to stay over for the extra unbooked night. Likewise on my return even though I was rather late I was met with the warmest of welcomes and a feeling of being part of a household. My only criticism is that some of the bedrooms are up several flights of stairs and for the elderly (like me) were easier climbed after a (very) good breakfast than when tired by a long walk on the local cliffs. . . butt that is in a way why it feels more like a house tan a hotel. I rate it highly
christopher, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The team are just amazing ! Room 5 very comfortable with spectacular views. Breakfast superb. Shanty choir on the premises in the evening was great fun. Restaurants nearby are lovely …. Suggest booking though as very popular.
Sharon, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Lovely, well located property
The property is in an excellent location when you consider the geography of the town. It was very easy to walk down to the harbour area and the seafront. We were warmly welcomed upon arrival and advised of breakfast arrangements and local options for evening meals. The room itself (twin located on top floor) was a little quirky and you obviously have to work within the constraints of a room size and layout. That said climbing up steps into the wet room bathroom was a little odd, with just a flimsy cheap shower curtain used to limit the shower water from covering everything in the bathroom. Bedding was on the budget side (a couple of tears on seems), mattresses just about comfortable and the oddest wardrobe (which was chest high, had a shelf and was too small to hang most things in). All of that aside the room was clean tidy and provided a comfortable overnight stay. You could see the sea from the windows which was just lovely. The breakfast the following morning was excellent and that combined with the location, meant that overall we received very good value for money.
Sheryl, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Brilliant!
Fully recommend this place. Located in a quiet street right in the centre of Ilfracombe, with car park 5 minutes’ walk away (£9.50/24hr). Friendly pub with live music in same street as well as tasty tapas restaurant. The room was really big with a lovely view to be enjoyed from comfortable armchairs. Bed a bit soft for our liking but overall feel of the room really comfortable. Breakfast was tastefully presented, with croissants, fresh fruit and delicious yogurt/muesli cups. Good choice of hot offerings too, served by very friendly staff who couldn’t do enough for you. Bar available with occasional events (Irish singing whilst we were there!). Well done!
Nathalie, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I had the small single room. It had a very comfortable large single bed, tea making with biscuits and bottled water. Late TV and a clean bathroom. Lovely bar attached with music on Sunday night. Excellent breakfast and very friendly hosts. I would definitely go back.
Geoff, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

All who worked there were very friendly and helpful, thank you.
Kevin, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place close to the harbour with plenty of pubs and restaurants within very easy reach. The host was very helpful and let us check in early just when we went to enquire about the parking. Great views over the sea from the room. Breakfast very good. Will definitely stay here again next time I visit Ilfracombe.
Andrew, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place near the harbour.
Great welcome from Ian. The room was even better than the picture. Beautiful sea views. Great big bed and sparkling clean bathroom. Jo cooked us the best breakfast. Her poached wggs are amazing. We also had some wine and a snack in the wine bar. Perfect place. Great location.
Paula, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous stay with great room, comfortable bed and very accommodating hosts. Would definitely return.
Penny, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic hidden gem.
Thoroughly enjoyed my stay. Lovely building. Great bar lounge and food set up. Breakfast fantastic. I had researched the sharing platters served at night. Music in bar lounge was lovely. Owners fantastic. Clearly know what they are doing.
Stephen, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Unique property. Shame we didn’t stay longer , breakfast area turns into a small music venue/ bar on Thursday evening & Sunday afternoon. Would not hesitate to recommend it to anyone wanting to stay in Ilfracombe. Would stay again.
Bryan, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Elizabeth, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Jo-Anne, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent little find!
The Olive Branch is a little gem of a place to stay in Ilfracombe. Its based in the historic part of the town in Fore street so close to the harbour. The bar and restaurant has the ambiance of a wine bar. The beds are super comfortable and the breakfast is excellent. The hosts are very friendly and accommodating. Will definitely stay here again.
Alison, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely comfortable room.With fantastic views.Breakfast was excellent.Thank you
Brad, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Superb in every possible way!
This is a family owned and operated BnB and during our stay, we felt like we became part of the family. Jo and Ian became friends, so much more than gracious hosts. Not only are the accommodations luxurious, the breakfast is stellar (get the Royals with sausage instead of salmon - you’ll thank me!). And don’t miss a sharing board in the evening. It’s the best kept secret in town. But if you fancy a supper at the top 3 restaurants in the city, the oldest pub or the most lovely high tea, then you’re in luck. All are a 5 min walk from your door. Sea views, sublime linens, sincere service and city center. You can’t do better than this elegant inn. We loved it so much, we published a full review video on our YouTube channel (Well Travelled Life).
Jennifer, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A Perfect Place to Stay
We had a wonderful mini break at the Olive Branch. It is a gem of a place in a central position in Ilfracombe, easy to get to and close to the harbour, sights, restaurants and the many local walks. Parking was easy in a long stay carpark a few minutes walk away. The property is well presented. There is a small bar (open at select times) which doubles as a breakfast room and guests have their own separate entrance. We stayed in Room 5, a large spacious room with a huge bay window with views of the sea and Capstone Hill. Our room was clean and comfortable with all the facilities we needed, there were two armchairs to admire the views, a large bed, plenty of storage and coat hangers, a fridge, an iron and ironing board, a hairdryer and a whirlpool bath. The refreshment tray and water bottles were replenished daily. Breakfast at the Olive Branch is excellent and it certainly helps you start your day well. There is a super buffet table with fresh fruit, yoghurt and croissants and a wide choice of cooked breakfasts that are cooked to order. Everything comes cooked to perfection and nothing seems too much trouble. My husband loved his full English and I enjoyed the full vegetarian and the scrambled egg and smoked salmon on toast. Jo and her team are friendly, professional and helpful, they regularly checked to see if we were having an enjoyable stay and gave us tips on what to see and do. We highly recommend the Olive Branch, it was a perfect place to stay. Many thanks Jo!
Sunset from Capstone Hill
Carol, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely Stay
Great place and great room. Went for larger room and had great view and lots of space. Host very nice and breakfast was lovely. Will defo stay again if in the area
Matthew, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Attractive, welcoming, well presented and comfortable. Great breakfast!
Edward, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

R E, 1-night trip
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