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Spacious property with a ballroom and phenomenal sea and harbour views

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Property grounds
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Living area
Lighthouse Room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near North Devon Coast
7 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Ilfracombe, Devon
  • Place, North Devon Coast
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ilfracombe Harbour
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Ilfracombe Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬

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

Spacious property with a ballroom and phenomenal sea and harbour views

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.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

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

Property # 8062037
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. While the natural beauty of North Devon Coast and Exmoor National Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Ilfracombe Harbour. Travelling with kids? Consider Watermouth Castle and Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and rock climbing.
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Ilfracombe, Devon

What's nearby

  • North Devon Coast - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Ilfracombe Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Verity Statue - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Ilfracombe Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Hele Bay Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Chapelton Station - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Admiral Collingwood (Wetherspoon) - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Lime Kiln Cafe & Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dolly's Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪George & Dragon - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Dolphin - ‬8 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.

How much is parking at Spacious property with a ballroom and phenomenal sea and harbour views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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 Ilfracombe Museum are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house with stunning views of the sea. Kitchen fully equipped. Host and property manager attentive and good communicators. Car parking permits provided were an unexpected bonus. Would happily recommend to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Shakerah S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Great location with excellent views.Great communication with owners.Large spacious living room and a well equipped kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We all had such a lovely break away. The house was a perfect space for all of us to come together and celebrate yet it was big enough to escape away too.The kids loved the football table and the ball we had on Christmas evening, in our very own ball room!Us adults adored the breakfast bar and the size of the kitchen. We cooked and ate like kings and queens!It was great to be so near the harbour and good dog walks for our two ancient fury friends.The hosts were really helpful too. We hope you received our thank you card.We're really considering coming this way again and staying as everyone loved it.Many thanksUs adults
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Caroline S.

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

Ilfracombe

Great location near beaches & town.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Willow V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Big Sea House is a great place to stay, the pictures do not do the property justice - it far exceeded our expectations, the house is perfect for large groups. There was 15 of us staying and it did not at all feel as though we were on top of
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jacqueline W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Ilfracombe house

Beautiful location, fabulous views.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily W.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Dec, 2022
Again, great to hear this Emily and we hope to see you again for a 3rd time in 2023 !! Thanks for taking the time to review, best wishes, Jeremy
Verified

8/10 Good

Deborah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Lovely big house in a prime location with stunning views and a short hilly walk to the harbour.Bedrooms and bathrooms spacious with nice linen. Kitchen well equipped.Lounge large with loads of books and games for the kids. In need of some TLC in places, especially the terraces. Hosts and property manager very helpful and responsive.We had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim W.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug, 2023
Thank you Tim for such a lovely review. Especially when the weather wasn’t too kind! Thanks also for your letter and we hope to see you again sometime. Our vision for BSH is that our guests enjoy it like you have ! Thanks again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Dec, 2022
Thanks Susan, lovely feedback and we hope to see you again! Best wishes, jeremy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dominic B.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug, 2023
Thanks a lot Dominic… you’ll have to return when hopefully the sun will appear more for you ! Best wishes, Jeremy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

paul n.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

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

Wonderful property

3 families rented this beautiful home over the New Year period. It was absolutely perfect; plenty of rooms, plenty of bathrooms, big squishy sofas to relax on, huge games room for all the kids, fantastic views and perfectly placed for beach walks & exploring - couldn’t ask for more!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2020
Thank you to you all.Really pleased that you enjoyed your stay and of course we welcome you back at any time! Have a great 2020!
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul C.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review Big Sea House and make such lovely comments. Our aim is to create a homely place by the Sea and Ilfracombe Harbour that family and friends can enjoy together! The fact that the house is very spacious always goes down well !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zoe W.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Dec, 2022
Thank you Zoe for taking the time to review and for your generous comments! You are welcome back anytime...!!
Verified

8/10 Good

Miss C.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Sept, 2023
Great ice creams too 😂. We are delighted you were able to enjoy BSH for your 50th bday celebrations and of course you are welcome back anytime. Jeremy &Karen
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily W.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Dec, 2022
Great, thanks Emily - lovely feedback :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad C.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Dec, 2022
Thanks Stephanie for the review... that's exactly what we want to hear from our Guests! Best wishes, Jeremy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah M.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul, 2022
Thank you Rebekah for such kind words, we really do appreciate hearing this! You are of course welcome back anytime. We have worked hard to ensure we cater for a diverse range of needs but are obviously blessed with such a wonderful location and spacious victorian property which give us a massive advantage! We have also invested this year in some major enhancements so your timing was great too. We miss the views every day we are not at the Big Sea House. Best wishes Jeremy and Karen and family.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

amy d.

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Elisabeth W.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Dec, 2022
Thanks Elisabeth, appreciate your review! Best wishes, Jeremy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon H.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept, 2023
Thank you Simon, you are welcome anytime as you and your family have been a pleasure to deal with. Best wishes Jeremy and Karen
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen G.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Dec, 2022
Thanks Helen for the lovely review ! Great to hear and unexpectedly we are free this Xmas so if you fancy returning let me know ?! Best wishes, Jeremy
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jan E.

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

About the host

Hosted by Jeremy Warner

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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.

Languages:

English
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