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The Sawmills

4.0 star property

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A courtyard with outdoor seating, a car, and a building with a white facade and a signboard.
A sign for Sawmills Eat Drink Store with a rustic design, surrounded by greenery and a road.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, mirror, wooden door, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A bar area with a wooden counter, seating, and a visible fire extinguisher.
A sign for 'SAWMILLS' with a white building in the background, a parking area, and a grassy area with a signboard.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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Watermouth, Ilfracombe, England, EX34 9SX
  • Place, North Devon Coast
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Broadsand beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Newberry Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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A well-lit bedroom with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, and a chair.

Room 1 (Not Dog Friendly Room)

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

View all photos for Room 2 (Dog Friendly Room)

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, mirror, wooden door, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Room 2 (Dog Friendly Room)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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A neatly made bed with white linens, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, and a desk with a lamp and a mirror.

Room 3 (Dog Friendly Room)

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

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A bedroom with a large bed, wooden wardrobe, and a painting on the wall.

Room 4 (Not Dog Friendly Room)

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

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About this property

The Sawmills

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 fireplace at reception.
The Sawmills offers 4 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Sawmills. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Broadsand beach. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a restaurant.
  • Free Wi-Fi in some public areas
  • Free self-parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Amenities include a terrace and a fireplace at reception
  • 6 minutes by car from North Devon Coast and 9 minutes from Ilfracombe Harbour
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Sawmills also features a terrace, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Ilfracombe inn is smoke free.

The Sawmills has a restaurant serving breakfast only.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

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 lift

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property does not have a front desk. The host will greet guests on arrival.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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. 187 out of 257 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 257 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 257 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 257 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 257 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gemma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay, only a few minutes drive to town
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Very good service friendly staff and very good accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Big rooms and absolutely delicious breakfast and coffee both mornings.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Set in a nice quiet location. Very clean and our room had everything we needed. Food was excellent and portion sizes meant breakfast lasted us all day! Staff were very welcoming, helpful and cheerful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms which I enjoyed. Need more healthier options for breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking easy, everything you need. Good location. Good food. Friendly staff..
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, comfortable bed, good quality bedding. Great staff. Excellent evening meal and breakfast. Convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Excellent place to stay. Clean comfy and excellent staff and a great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

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

10/10 Excellent

s

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had an excellent stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Amenities
Nice staff very good food room was immaculate bed very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Yes it was well stocked but service very poor.very poor service in the restaurant had to wait an hour before are meal arrived also similar with breakfast waited half an hour.The room was very clean parking was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This was an amazing place to stay. The staff were excellent and friendly. Especially the General Manager Ryan who went above and beyond to make my stay special. The room was spotless, comfortable, and a great size. The food in the restaurant was tasty, great choice and huge portions. I would highly recommend the Sawmills. I shall definitely be returning .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

a nice stay

Room was very clean and spacious full English breakfast was amazing we would definitely go again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really good option. Amazing food at the restaurant and conveniently located for going on a nice walk along the coast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

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

Great food and staff

Food is very good, large room, friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very lovely and the included breakfast was very welcome. Very convenient if staying for a wedding at the local venue as it was a 5 minute walk away. Plenty of parking and lovely surroundings. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay.. lovely room, very comfortable, great shower and the are fabulous 10 mins from the beaches and township
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rolanda

Had a comfortable stay, good food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant & comfortable accommodation
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

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

A great place to stay, get a drink and eat

Very nice place to stay, great character and lovely food.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great B&B
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Tina

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

Good stay

Big bed good shower free parking , bathroom a bit on the small size but still ok . Free breakfast included very nice staff who served breakfast very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025