Hosts: Sharon & Daryl Furmston
Bedrooms: 9
Address: 13 Larkstone Terrace, Ilfracombe, Devon EX34 9NU England
Click here for location.
Telephone: 01271 863770
Fax: 01271 863867
Activities/Attractions: Ilfracombe is situated on the rugged North Devon coast, and has grown up around the picturesque ancient harbour which is lovely to explore with it’s many shops, pubs and restaurants, not to mention the Ilfracombe Aquarium. You will find plenty to do in and around Ilfracombe with a terrific range of activities available to suit all tastes:
- Golf
- Shooting
- Fishing
- Horse Riding
- Cycling
- Surfing
- Walking
- Sub-aqua
diving
- Or simply
exploring
Click here for more details about North Devon.
We are only a few minutes walk from the beach, harbour and town centre; Lundy Island is just a short boat trip away by the supply vessel M.S. Oldenburg, with regular sailings from Ilfracombe, while the dramatic coastal and moor land reaches of Exmoor National Park are readily accessible by car.
"Superb views - superb food and superb hosts. Great room; best bed in the UK. You really made us feel at home."
"You have been such wonderful hosts!! Thank you for all your care. The view is spectacular and such a homely environment!"
"Warm, friendly welcome. Clean & comfortable. Great breakfast. We would definitely return and recommend to friends."
"Great to see people taking pride in what they do, and it really shows."
"Thank you for an enjoyable stay. We like your attention to detail and nice little touches!"
"The best B&B we've stayed in!!! Will definitely be back, thank you."
"Lovely view. Comfy bed! Hot powerful shower! See you soon."
"Nice room, friendly hosts, fantastic breakfast! Dankeschön! Great time!"
"Very peaceful, lovely room and views, great breakfast, lots of exercise!"
"Lovely views, great hospitality and best breakfast on the coastal walk!"
"You have thought of everything, well done - a lovely hotel."
"Very friendly - you must try the smoked haddock & poached egg at breakfast!"
"You have a great hotel and so enjoyed your company, Sharon. High marks for the Furmstons - your friendliness and service is exceptional."
"Fantastic people, great food and the bed was soooo comfy. Thanks for the stay."
"Thank you very much for a great stay! We enjoyed every minute of the friendly atmosphere in your lovely hotel. As Arnold says "We'll be back!"
"Awesome ! Thank you."
"Thank you for making us welcome - the food is excellent! excellent! excellent!"
"One word WONDERFUL!"
"She said YES!!!!, many thanks for a lovely valentines xx, truly lovely x."
"We have had the perfect family gathering with you - thank you so much for your welcome and hospitality."
"A fantastic couple of days that we will never forget, it has made a lovely Engagement weekend."
"Lovely, lovely time, we were made to feel so welcome, great food, lovely place, we will recommend it to our friends."
"How fortunate to find such a
fantastic place - views, food and great hosts. Wish we could stay longer than 3
nights."
General Information: Welcome to The Collingdale Guest House ... an award winning 4 star Victorian guest house in Ilfracombe, England with most rooms having stunning views across the harbour and magnificent coastline scenery of Hillsborough Nature Reserve. All bedrooms are furnished to a high specification throughout with many thoughtful little extras. There is a cosy licensed bar and an elegant dining room serving freshly prepared home-cooked cuisine, using quality local Devon produce.
Ideally situated directly on the Heritage coastal path, with just a few minutes walk to the beautiful historic harbour with its excellent selection of restaurants, shops and cafes, and the ferry to Lundy Island. The town centre is also just 5 minutes walk. Golf, sea fishing and pony trekking can be arranged locally.
- The spacious dining room
provides comfortable seating for all our guests serving freshly
prepared and carefully presented home cooked cuisine; using locally
farmed produce as available
- All of the nine bedrooms in this
beautiful Victorian hotel are en-suite and of a high standard with
beverage facilities, colour television, radio alarm and
hairdryer
- Come and relax in our comfortable
lounge which is tastefully furnished with leather settees,
making it the ideal spot to sit and enjoy the spectacular sea views
over the harbour and Hillsborough Nature Reserve. There are a
wealth of board games and puzzles for you to enjoy or just sit and
read or watch TV
- Delightfully cosy and well stocked our
bar provides the perfect spot for an enjoyable evening with
your hosts and other guests. A bar snack menu is also available
Click here for room info, rates and photos.
Payment Accepted: Visa, MasterCard.
Rates: (Prices quoted in UK Pounds)
From £30/person/night (Bed and Breakfast)
From £80/room (Family Room for 3) (B&B)
From £90/room (Family Room for 4) (B&B)
"Warm, friendly welcome. Clean & comfortable. Great breakfast. We would definitely return and recommend to friends. We wish you both a successful summer season."
"Thanks for making a business trip more like a holiday + fabulous breakfast."
"Great to see people taking pride in what they do, and it really shows."
"Thank you for an enjoyable stay. We like your attention to detail and nice little touches!"
"Superb views - superb food and superb hosts. Great room; best bed in the UK. You really made us feel at home. Thank you Sharon & Daryl (look forward to next time)."
"You have been such wonderful hosts!! Thank you for all your care. The view is spectacular and such a homely environment! Many thanks."
"The best B&B we've stayed in!!! Will definitely be back, thank you."
"Mine Hosts, lovely people. Very relaxing 2 days - WOW factor the sea views."
"Ilfracombe UK's best kept secret. Good food, good people, good time."
"Lovely - So many thoughtful touches."
"A bright, very clean, well-run and friendly hotel, thank you."
"An excellent hotel with splendid views, a lovely friendly couple and fabulous food to complete a wonderful holiday."
"Thank you for a wonderful stay made all the better by your excellent food and attention to detail. We will be back next year!!!"
"You've been so friendly; breakfast
was lovely, everything clean - what more could you ask for."