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The Rocky Cove Bed & Breakfast

Property class: 3.5

Photo gallery for The Rocky Cove Bed & Breakfast

A harbor at dusk with boats docked, buildings along the waterfront, and a prominent hill with a tower.
A room with two white chairs and a small round table, large windows with curtains, and a view of buildings outside.
A sunset over a rocky coastline with the sun low on the horizon, casting a warm glow over the scene.
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, TV, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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2 St. James Place, Ilfracombe, England, EX34 9BH
  • Place, Ilfracombe Harbour
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Verity Statue
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Ilfracombe Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, Partial Ocean View

A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

Double Room, Partial Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Room, City View

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a wardrobe, and a desk.

Family Room, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a wardrobe, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of a field.

Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a TV, and a window with a view.

Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Studio Suite

A living room with a sofa, coffee table, TV, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

Superior Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Ilfracombe

The Rocky Cove Bed & Breakfast places you steps from Capstone Hill and within a short 5-minute stroll of Ilfracombe Harbour. Highlights at this B&B include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and luggage storage. Full breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Ilfracombe B&B, attractions include North Devon Coast and Exmoor National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Ilfracombe Harbour - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Verity Statue - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ilfracombe Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • North Devon Coast - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Hele Bay Beach - 9 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Chapelton Station - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Admiral Collingwood (Wetherspoon) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ilfracombe Aquarium - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Thatched Inn - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Dolphin - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪George & Dragon - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Rocky Cove Bed & Breakfast

As a guest of The Rocky Cove Bed & Breakfast, you'll find a terrace, a garden, and coffee/tea in common area. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This 3.5-star Ilfracombe bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
The Rocky Cove Bed & Breakfast offers 4 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Memory foam beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include free toiletries and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking; reservations required
  • Offsite parking; reservations required

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you, key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 12.50 for adults and from GBP 10.00 for children

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.

Property is also known as

Rocky Cove Bed & Breakfast Ilfracombe
Rocky Cove Bed & Breakfast
Rocky Cove Ilfracombe
Rocky Cove
Devon
The Rocky Cove Bed & Breakfast Ilfracombe
The Rocky Cove Bed & Breakfast Bed & breakfast
The Rocky Cove Bed & Breakfast Bed & breakfast Ilfracombe

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Rocky Cove Bed & Breakfast?

The Rocky Cove Bed & Breakfast offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to The Rocky Cove Bed & Breakfast?

Yep, The Rocky Cove Bed & Breakfast is a short 4-minute walk from Wildersmouth Beach.

Does The Rocky Cove Bed & Breakfast serve breakfast?

Sure does, full breakfast is available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Rocky Cove Bed & Breakfast?

No, The Rocky Cove Bed & Breakfast does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Rocky Cove Bed & Breakfast?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

The Rocky Cove Bed & Breakfast Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 132 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a very enjoyable one night stay. Room clean and comfortable and Jonah very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful room with a great sized bed and an exceptional bathroom. The bath was definitely a pleasant surprise after a long day’s walk! Great location on the harbour front. The Host Jonah was very pleasant and made sure to greet us and wave us goodbye.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really lovely hosts, excellent clean and welcoming rooms, great breakfast and perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay in great location with a great host. Many thanks
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fab owner. Location top. Room clean and practical. Calm window view on nature but in the centre. Would come back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and a very friendly host in a lovely position to discover Ilfracombe
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was perfect size for a single overnight stay, host was welcoming, showed me the room which had all the essential amenities (tea/coffee etc). Was perfectly located in centre of town, close to Tunnels Beaches (wedding venue). Never felt rushed to check out, and host was kind enough to provide a slightly earlier check-in. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location and comfortable room
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
lovely stay, the owner let me in an hour early which was handy, the couple that owned the B&B were really nice and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice accommodation

Very nice accommodation and a friendly welcome. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jonah was a lovely host, he was so friendly and helpful from the minute I arrived at the Rocky Cove. He was helpful enough to recommend taxi drivers as I was attending a wedding. Breakfast was delicious in the morning too and I had a great night’s sleep, the environment was cosy and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Great hotel in great location

Great hotel in an ideal location, really enjoyed our stay. We had the suite so no need for Breakfast, we brought our own.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic stay at Rocky Cove and wouldn't hesitate to recommend it. From the moment we arrived, the host was so welcoming, friendly and laid-back, making us feel completely at home. Nothing ever felt like too much trouble. The room was spotlessly clean, and we absolutely loved the oval bath in our room - such a lovely touch that made our stay feel a bit more special. The views were beautiful, and the location couldn't have been better. Everything in Ilfracombe was within easy walking distance, making it so easy to explore the harbour, shops and restaurants without needing the car. Overall, a brilliant place to stay with excellent hospitality, a great location and immaculate rooms. We hope to return for another lovely stay in future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location and comfortable

Great size room and location close to everything I needed. Comfortable bed, good shower. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host was so helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, clean bnb. Lovely little town. Great fish n chips.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An amazing stay....a first class Bed and Breakfast...beautiful rooms and wonderful hosts....highly recommend and we have every intention of returning to this lovely area and would love to stay at The Rocky Cove again....20 out of 10.....
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great little B&B - lovely room and spotlessly clean. Breakfast is proper and cooked to order. Host is most welcoming. Ideal for the harbour area restaurants and bars.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Jonah and Nicki were wonderful hosts and couldn't be more helpful! The room and location were exceptional. Great B&B!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Definitely be booking again..
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really enjoyable at Rocky Cove. Jonah and Nicki make you feel extremely welcome, the rooms are very tastefully decorated and the breakfast was fantastic! Hope to visit again soon
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicki was a lovely host and incredibly accommodating and helpful. I would definitely recommend staying here for a little trip to ilfracombe!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Perfect

Excellent location, lovely owners, spotless renovated and tidy room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovelly location with very nice, well decorated rooms. The owners are lovelly people. Would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023