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The Sawmills

4.0 star property
Inn in Ilfracombe with a restaurant and a bar

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Bar (on property)
Front of property
Exterior
Exterior
Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Watermouth, Ilfracombe, England, EX34 9SX
  • Combe Martin Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Hele Bay Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Ilfracombe Harbour
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Room 3 (Dog Friendly Room) | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Room 3 (Dog Friendly Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Room 2 (Dog Friendly Room)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Room 1 (Not Dog Friendly Room) | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Room 1 (Not Dog Friendly Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Room 4 (Not Dog Friendly Room) | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Room 4 (Not Dog Friendly Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Ilfracombe

Located within a mile (2 km) of Broadsand beach, The Sawmills is within 2 miles (3 km) of Newberry Beach. This 4-room, 4-star inn has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Watermouth Castle - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Combe Martin Beach - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Hele Bay Beach - 4 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Ilfracombe Harbour - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Verity Statue - 7 min drive - 4.2 miles

Getting around

  • Barnstaple Station - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Stables Bar and Lounge - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Black & White - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Dolphin - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Lime Kiln Cafe & Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Dolphin Inn - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Sawmills

Inn in Ilfracombe with a restaurant and a bar
Guests staying at The Sawmills enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a garden. A stay here includes free parking. This smoke-free inn also has a fireplace in the lobby.
Guests can expect to find flat-screen TVs with DVD players. Other standard amenities include electric kettles, hair dryers, and desks.

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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

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • DVD player

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1674
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 10 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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, mobile payments, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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, mobile payments, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Sawmill Ilfracombe
Sawmill Inn Ilfracombe
The Sawmills Inn
The Sawmills Ilfracombe
The Sawmills Inn Ilfracombe

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Sawmills?

The Sawmills provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see near The Sawmills?

This inn is located in Ilfracombe, close to Ilfracombe Harbour, Combe Martin Beach, and Hele Bay Beach. You'll also find North Devon Coast and Exmoor National Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Sawmills?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the inn.

Does The Sawmills include a casino on the premises?

No, The Sawmills doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Sawmills?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is The Sawmills good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a terrace at this inn.

Does The Sawmills have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this inn.

Does The Sawmills have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Sawmills serves breakfast for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does The Sawmills allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Sawmills for a fee of GBP 10 per accommodation, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at The Sawmills?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this inn.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Sawmills?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Sawmills.

The Sawmills Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 212 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 212 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 212 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 212 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 212 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The sawmills is a lovely great place to spend some time with family and friends with great food and very helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane, Hereford

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely pub by a stream. Well looked after. The beds were comfortable and the food was good. Nice to see octopus on the menu.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Traveled with partner
Great place, great food & very friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant location. Superb rooms. Incredible food and drink. Super awesome staff. Stayed here before. Came back and aa good as ever. Will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This was our second stay at the Sawmills, the staff , the room and the service continue to be excellent. We will continue to stay at the Sawmills when next return to North Devon for its location and for its value for money. Only criticism would be to offer a non cooked breakfast such as porridge or cereal plus orange juice , evening meals could be improved to offer fresh season vegetables rather than chips. A most enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely pub and comfortable room. Small en-suite. The breakfast didn’t have a continental option but the cooked breakfast was excellent. The evening meals served in the pub were outstanding and all the staff were welcoming and friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Breakfast was delicious eshm, , .

Stayed for 4 nights in early June .Visited ILFRACOMBE and Woolacombe both of which we thought were very run down .Also visitedLinton and Lynmouth on the coastal bus.,Really enjoyed that day ,those places were bustling with holiday makers ,just like places used to be
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bron

Traveled with partner
The whole experience was very good. Staff friendly and service excellent. Food excellent. Room excellent - beds very comfortable. All recently refurbished and spot on! A great stay and we would both highly recommend this accommodation Bron and Angus
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean very tidy rooms, breakfast was more than ample and cooked to perfection we had two evening meals at the in house restaurant which was also cooked to perfection and well priced, the chef was very experienced and cooked to exact standards, definitely stop there again and would throughly recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room and breakfast was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Sawmills a great stay.

A clean and tidy room with a modern open building including the dining area and bar. Very busy when we were there and staff pressed with new young employees in training. Food as expected, whilst no cereals with breakfast - the full English was perfect. Friendly staff on the whilst but one member (they will know who they are) has a lot to learn when dealing with customers.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and i had a 5 night break here in the dog friendly room 2. The weather was excellent which did mean we could get the most out of the area. The room was perfectly clean and modern and enough space even with a dog crate. The room is not serviced but you can ask for items (milk etc) when needed. Staff were all very nice and helpful. We ate in for 3 nights and all the meals were perfect. We had the full English (and meat free option) every day. It was so good and plentiful that we barely bought lunch all week. Plenty of parking, good sitting out area in full evening sun (if its out), walks from the door. Watermouth Castle is definately worth a visit and a must do with children, and the 301 bus stop is right outside. Watermouth Bay is a pretty harbour with super family run cafe, but note that this is not a sandy beach. A very nice place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

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

Quiet and beautiful.

Great location for us and if you enjoy walking.
This is the coastline location of the property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious, quiet, clean and comfortable. The bathroom was only a tiny ensuite so wish they had given more of the room area to this, but it was new condition, great shower, spotlessly clean. Food at the restaurant was consistently outstanding, including the breakfast, and service was great too. We loved the area and will very likely go back. If you don't have a car, the bus service is good but watch out for taxis not being available unless prebooked, many hours or even days in advance.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyable stay at a great location, friendly service and really comfortable modern room - not too hot unlike many hotels. The pub food is good quality too.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms above a pub, what’s not to love! Staff very friendly, room clean and comfortable, walking distance to the wedding we were attending, great location by a river, very tasty breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were warmly welcomed when checking in and all the staff were friendly and helpful. The food was great - delicious and large portions at dinner and a good breakfast the following morning. Our only minor complaint is that the room was on the cool side and the heating didn’t work.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The venue has a nice rustic feel and is located in a very nice quiet place. The restaurant was very nice & inviting and the food was delicious. The accommodation is also very nice, clean and modern. The staff were very attentive and friendly. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely friendly and helpful staff, excellent food and service, lovely location - thanks for a really enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sue

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025