The Olive Branch
56 Fore Street, Ilfracombe · B&B
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Five-room B&B on Fore Street in Ilfracombe, close to the North Devon coast, with cooked breakfast and en-suite rooms as standard.
About The Olive Branch
Fore Street runs through the heart of Ilfracombe, and it's here that The Olive Branch offers a straightforward base for taking in this stretch of the North Devon coast. With the harbour, shops and coastal paths all within easy reach, it suits anyone keen to explore the town on foot before heading out to the wider coastline and countryside beyond.
The B&B has five rooms, each with an en-suite bathroom, free Wi-Fi and drinks provided, and room service is available for those who'd rather stay in. A cooked breakfast is included to set guests up for the day, and staff are on hand around the clock at 24-hour reception, with luggage storage useful for those arriving early or leaving late. It's a simple, unfussy setup rather than a luxury stay, but it covers the essentials well.
Beyond the front door, there's plenty to fill the days: walking and cycling routes nearby, watersports and fishing along the coast, golf and horse riding further out, and a good choice of pubs and restaurants within walking distance for evenings out. It works well as a low-key stopover for exploring Ilfracombe and the surrounding North Devon countryside.
Reception hours
- Monday
- 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM
- Thursday
- 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM
- Friday
- 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What guests say
What a find 🌟 such a beautiful guest house, bags of charm and quirky rooms, had a splendid roll top bath in ours, with views out towards the harbour. Breakfast in the Olive Room downstairs was excellent, freshly cooked to order and full range of choices, it was the small touches which really made it, Jo was super friendly and I can’t wait to go back and visit again. 💯
5 months ago · via Google
Nice stay at this Hotel . Historic area of Ilfracombe. On a hill. Lovely breakfast. Not suitable for disabilities or mobility issues.
a month ago · via Google
Wonderful last-minute stay at the Olive Branch, Jo was super friendly and helpful with parking instructions and welcoming us! It's a lovely building, very spacious and the room was fantastic; well equipped, spacious, clean! The bed was super comfy, we were even given a full English breakfast in the morning which was a nice surprise (not that it's not stated, just didn't note when making the original booking). Great stay and would come back in a heartbeat. Great location, quiet rooms, lovely hotel. 10/10
11 months ago · via Google
The lovely owners helped us when we needed 2 rooms at very short notice. The rooms we stayed in were great - immaculately clean, beautifully decorated and comfortable beds. Location was perfect - very central, and close to a car park. Breakfast was great too! Will definitely be back - thanks Jo! 😊
11 months ago · via Google
Casual rooms including free Wi-Fi and cooked breakfast in a low-key choice.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- 56 Fore Street, Ilfracombe, EX34 9DJ Get directions
- Property type
- B&B
- Location
- 56 Fore Street, Ilfracombe
- Destination
- Ilfracombe