The Sawmills

Inn in Ilfracombe with restaurant and bar/lounge

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October 2025

November 2025

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

The Sawmills provides an upscale country getaway where guests relax by the lobby fireplace or enjoy the sunny terrace. The inn's garden creates a natural backdrop for unwinding, while the on-site restaurant serves breakfast to start the day right.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Bar
Housekeeping
Free WiFi

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

Room options

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Tonight

Oct 8 - Oct 9

Tomorrow

Oct 9 - Oct 10

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Room 1 (Not Dog Friendly Room)

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished

Flat-screen TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Electric kettle

Desk chair

Daily housekeeping

Desk

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Room 2 (Dog Friendly Room)

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished

Flat-screen TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Electric kettle

Daily housekeeping

Desk chair

Wardrobe

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Room 3 (Dog Friendly Room)

Wonderful

Highlights

Individually furnished

Flat-screen TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Electric kettle

Daily housekeeping

Desk chair

Wardrobe

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Room 4 (Not Dog Friendly Room)

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished

Flat-screen TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Electric kettle

Desk chair

Daily housekeeping

Desk

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Watermouth, Ilfracombe, England, EX34 9SX

What's nearby

Watermouth Castle - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Combe Martin Beach - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Hele Bay Beach - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
Ilfracombe Harbour - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
Verity Statue - 7 min drive - 6.8 km

Getting around

Barnstaple Station - 25 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Stables Bar and Lounge - ‬9 min drive
‪The Dolphin - ‬9 min drive
‪The Black & White - ‬3 min drive
‪The Dolphin Inn - ‬3 min drive
‪The Smugglers Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Sawmills

Upscale inn near North Devon Coast

Take advantage of a terrace, a garden and a fireplace in reception at The Sawmills. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast. Free WiFi in public areas and a bar are available to all guests.

You'll also find perks such as:

Free self-parking
Smoke-free property
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff

Room features

All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer amenities such as desk chairs.

Other conveniences in all rooms include:

Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
Showers and hairdryers
Flat-screen TVs with DVD players
Wardrobes/cupboards, LED light bulbs and daily housekeeping

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Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Breakfast available

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

Property amenities

Internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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 lift

2 floors
Built in 1674
Comprehensive food waste policy
Fireplace in lobby
Smoke-free property
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

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 are 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 on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

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 any lifts

Property is also known as

Sawmill Ilfracombe

Sawmill Inn Ilfracombe

The Sawmills Inn

The Sawmills Ilfracombe

The Sawmills Inn Ilfracombe

Frequently asked questions

Is The Sawmills pet-friendly?

Yes, this inn allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 10 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Sawmills?

As of 8 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sawmills on 21 Oct 2025 start from AU$244.45, including 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.

How much is parking at The Sawmills?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Sawmills?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM.

What time is check-out at The Sawmills?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Sawmills located?

Situated near the beach, this inn is within 2 miles (3 km) of Broadsand beach, Newberry Beach and Watermouth Castle. South West Coast Path Section 4 Trailhead and South West Coast Path Section 3 Trailhead are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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