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The Sawmills

4.0 star property

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

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
$162
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1

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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)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 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

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About this property

The Sawmills

4-star Ilfracombe inn with restaurant
A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a garden are available at this smoke-free inn. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a lobby fireplace.
The Sawmills offers 4 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

The inn offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. This Ilfracombe inn also offers a terrace, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby. Complimentary self parking is available on site.

The Sawmills is a smoke-free property.

The Sawmills has a restaurant serving breakfast only.

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

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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

The Sawmills Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 150 out of 205 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 205 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 205 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 205 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 205 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked everything about the place, fantastic, nothing to dislike, will definitely go back,
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable room, with excellent breakfast. Staff very welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and great choice of food especially the daily specials board
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

Solo motorcycle trip stop

Really amazing place in stunning location. Friendly staff and awesome food
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penelope

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The accomodation was clean & functional, the staff were very friendly and helpful and the food in the restaurant was fantastic and good value for money. Situated on the south west coastal path - great base for walking.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely pub right on a stream. Food is great and the accommodation is clean and comfortable, will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Everything, staff, settings, food no complaints at all
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

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

Fantastic place to eat and stay

We love staying at The Sawmills! The accommodation is clean, comfortable and well equipped. The staff are so helpful and welcoming and made our stay really enjoyable. The breakfast was amazing as were the roast dinner which was HUGE!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely building and decor with lovely wood burner but underwhelmed by the service. Dont stay overnight if you want a continental style breakfast- only full English available with disgusting instant coffee. Shame as we looked forward to staying there as we pass it regularly and it looks so inviting. Hopefully better in season rather than in February.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025