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Cairn House

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near North Devon Coast

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Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace
View from property
Single Room (2nd Floor) | City view
Miscellaneous

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
43 St Brannocks Road, Ilfracombe, England, EX34 8EH
  • Ilfracombe Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Ilfracombe Harbour
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Sandy Cove Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬

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Room options

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Triple Room (1st Floor) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Triple Room (1st Floor)

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room, 1 King Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • City view
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Single Room (1st Floor) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Economy Single Room (1st Floor)

  • Park view
  • 75 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Family Room

  • City view
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Double Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room, Ensuite (Penthouse)

  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Ilfracombe

Within a short walk of North Devon Coast, Cairn House is within a mile (2 km) of Ilfracombe Beach. This 9-room, 3-star bed & breakfast welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Ilfracombe Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Ilfracombe Harbour - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Verity Statue - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Hele Bay Beach - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Sandy Cove Beach - 17 min drive - 4.3 miles

Getting around

  • Barnstaple Station - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Admiral Collingwood - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Wellington Arms Ilfracombe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Dolly's Cafe - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪S & P Fish Shop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Annie and the Flint - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Cairn House

Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near North Devon Coast
Cairn House features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations.

Languages

English

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Interior

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The price is $101
includes taxes & fees
$84 per night
May 11 - May 12
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

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

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The bed & breakfast can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Cairn House Hotel Ilfracombe
Cairn House Hotel
Cairn House Ilfracombe
Cairn House Ilfracombe
Cairn House Bed & breakfast
Cairn House Bed & breakfast Ilfracombe

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Cairn House?

Cairn House offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Cairn House?

As of May 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cairn House on May 19, 2025 start from $109.31, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see close to Cairn House?

This bed & breakfast is located in Ilfracombe, a short 13-minute walk from North Devon Coast and also 16 minutes on foot from Ilfracombe Beach. You'll also find Ilfracombe Harbour and Hele Bay Beach within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Cairn House?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Does Cairn House include a casino?

No, Cairn House doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Cairn House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Cairn House?

Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some guestrooms include hydromassage showerheads and park views.

Are there hot tubs at Cairn House?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Cairn House feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Cairn House serves free English breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will Cairn House allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Cairn House.

Does Cairn House have connecting rooms?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Cairn House?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Cairn House.

Cairn House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 84 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Extremely clean and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

STEVE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely guest house situated half a mile from the town centre. Very clean, warm and friendly appearance. Host very welcoming. Room spacious with a love walk in shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owners were very accommodating, the room was high quality, enjoyed our 1 night stay and would fully recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and relaxed. Just simply pleasant place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice B&B, easy to find and good to access the area, right near a spectacularly nice park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking was awkward.had to leave B&B at 11pm and getting out the car park wasn't easy.being on a slip made it more difficult.wasnt enough room to turn around really.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and cosy place run in a pleasant and efficient manner.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My colleague's words were "it is amazing don't want to leave"
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room was in the rear corner away from both roads, so was wonderfully quiet. Everyone there was wonderful, it was great to hang out in the garden and the bar. Terrific stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Warm welcome felt at home.

This was second honeymoon to celebrate our Golden Wedding Anniversary returning to where we went on honeymoon. Our original guest house was no longer open. Cairn House did not disappoint, from the moment we arrived we felt at home. Our room was on ground floor so easy access, it was large and bright with views of the hills and the sea from the large bay window. We made use of the local bus which stopped just a few yards from the front door to get into town and back in the evening to get an evening meal. Breakfast was plentiful and well cooked with good choice and quality. There is also a bar area where you can get soft or alcoholic drinks during afternoon or evening. When we next return to Ilfracombe we will have no hesitation in booking here again.
Our comfortable room
View from window.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

B A

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

A great family room

We had a lovely stay, the bed wasn't the comfiest but overall a lovely place to stay. I loved the honesty bar, what a great idea.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

2 day escape!

Had a lovely stay on a 2 day escape, great location, easy walk into town, superb staff, would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Stephen

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

Trip to Lundy

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gemma

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and really friendly owners. Great base for going out and exploring the local area. Great for Glen free in the morning at breakfast.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

PAUL

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property and our room was beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean. The breakfast was super but most of all, the proprietors were faultless. Very pleasant, and couldn’t do enough for you. Thank you both for a lovely stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Highly recommend

A fantastic B&B with friendly staff and clean rooms. Located perfectly and a great base for our weekend in Devon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The welcome was very warm, the service prompt and cheerful. The room clean . Altogether a lovely place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Nice B&B

A nice B&B, a short but walkable distance out from centre of Ilfracombe. Friendly & welcoming owners.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023