MapRestaurant for sale
Ilfracombe, Devon
Virtual tour
Restaurant
15 beds
10,031 sq ft / 932 sq m
EPC rating: C
Features and description
- Tenure: Freehold
- Ideal business opportunity
- 14 En Suite Bedrooms & Self Contained Annexe
- Disabled friendly ground floor
- Independent annex included
- Sea views with views across the Valley
- Lift to all floors
- Fully equipped commercial kitchen
- Elegant, luxurious design
Wildercombe House presents a remarkable opportunity to acquire a distinguished guest house, steeped in history and offering unparalleled luxury. Originally constructed in 1885 as a Victorian gentleman's residence, this impeccably maintained property now boasts 14 en suite bedrooms alongside a self-contained annex, making it a versatile investment for prospective buyers.
Situated in an enviable location with breathtaking sea views and panoramic vistas across the valley. This captivating property is rich in character, with period features such as a grand reception hall adorned with Minton-tiled flooring, a sweeping staircase, cornicing, and parquet floors. Wildercombe House offers individually designed rooms that perfectly balance style and comfort, including wheelchair-accessible rooms with disabled facilities. The potential is vast, presenting an ideal opportunity for buyers looking to operate a luxurious guest house with additional restaurant facilities, establish a well-being retreat. The property is equipped with 3-phase electricity, gas, and water supplies, as well as Wi-Fi throughout and hard-wired internet access points.
Having traded successfully for many years, Wildercombe House has earned a stellar reputation among guests and locals alike, owing to its high-quality accommodation, desirable location, and stunning sea views. While the property enjoys a high level of repeat business including corporate clientele, there remains scope for further expansion and improvement of turnover figures. Wildercombe House is offered as a turn-key business, to include existing bookings, the website and booking system and a full complement of fixtures and fittings. All equipment seen on the virtual tour is included in the asking price, excluding personal items. The turnover requires the business to be VAT registered. Trading figures will be made available following a successful formal viewing.
The accommodation is arranged over three floors, with lift access to all floors.
On the Ground Floor, the property features an Entrance and Reception Lobbies, a Cloakroom, Entrance Hall, and Lift. There is a Laundry Room, Sitting Room, Dining Room, and a variety of bedrooms and living spaces. Bedroom 1 is disabled-compliant with an en suite wet room, while the Owners’ Bedroom includes a dressing area and en suite shower room, and another Owners’ Bedroom has an en suite bathroom. Additional ground-floor spaces include the Owners’ Lounge, an Inner Hall with a boiler room, the Main Kitchen, an Annex Living Room, Annex Kitchen, Annex Wet Room, and stairs leading to the First Floor Annex Bedroom with a dressing room and en suite shower room.
The First Floor is accessed via stairs or a lift, leading to a landing area. This floor comprises Bedroom 2 with an en suite shower room, Bedroom 3 with an en suite wet room and dressing area, Bedroom 4 with an en suite shower room, Bedroom 5 with an en suite bathroom and dressing room, Bedroom 6 with an en suite bathroom, Bedroom 7/Lounge with an en suite shower bath and dressing area, and Bedroom 8 with an en suite shower room.
The Second Floor also has the lift, stairs and a landing providing access to Bedroom 9, which includes a lounge/kitchenette, dressing room and en suite bathroom with a whirlpool bath. This floor also offers bedroom 10 which boasts an en suite bathroom, dressing area, kitchenette and a lounge that leads to sun terrace. Additionally, Bedroom 11 features an en suite shower, cloakroom and balcony, while Bedroom 12 includes a walk-in dressing room and en suite bathroom.
Ilfracombe is an elegant Victorian seaside destination featuring diverse shopping venues and essential amenities like a library, a post office, schools, and a cinema. Noteworthy nearby attractions include Damien Hirst's famous Verity statue on the harbourfront, the acclaimed Ilfracombe Aquarium, and the extraordinary Tunnels Beaches. The town is alive with events primarily held at the historic harbour's quayside and the iconic Landmark Theatre along the seafront. Numerous exquisite beaches are located nearby—ranging from tranquil coves to extensive sandy stretches ideal for surfing adventures. For a special beach experience, visit 'The Tunnels' in Ilfracombe—a Blue Flag and Seaside Award holder—or head to Hele Bay just east of town for superb swimming conditions and intriguing rock pools. Conveniently located Putsborough, Woolacombe, and Croyde can be reached easily by car, while North Devon’s major centre Barnstaple is roughly 20 minutes' drive away.
Directions
Proceed along the High Street with our office on your left hand side. Upon reaching the roundabout take the first exit, continue along this road for approximately 1 mile and Wildercombe House will be on your right hand side, clearly displaying a name plate.
Situated in an enviable location with breathtaking sea views and panoramic vistas across the valley. This captivating property is rich in character, with period features such as a grand reception hall adorned with Minton-tiled flooring, a sweeping staircase, cornicing, and parquet floors. Wildercombe House offers individually designed rooms that perfectly balance style and comfort, including wheelchair-accessible rooms with disabled facilities. The potential is vast, presenting an ideal opportunity for buyers looking to operate a luxurious guest house with additional restaurant facilities, establish a well-being retreat. The property is equipped with 3-phase electricity, gas, and water supplies, as well as Wi-Fi throughout and hard-wired internet access points.
Having traded successfully for many years, Wildercombe House has earned a stellar reputation among guests and locals alike, owing to its high-quality accommodation, desirable location, and stunning sea views. While the property enjoys a high level of repeat business including corporate clientele, there remains scope for further expansion and improvement of turnover figures. Wildercombe House is offered as a turn-key business, to include existing bookings, the website and booking system and a full complement of fixtures and fittings. All equipment seen on the virtual tour is included in the asking price, excluding personal items. The turnover requires the business to be VAT registered. Trading figures will be made available following a successful formal viewing.
The accommodation is arranged over three floors, with lift access to all floors.
On the Ground Floor, the property features an Entrance and Reception Lobbies, a Cloakroom, Entrance Hall, and Lift. There is a Laundry Room, Sitting Room, Dining Room, and a variety of bedrooms and living spaces. Bedroom 1 is disabled-compliant with an en suite wet room, while the Owners’ Bedroom includes a dressing area and en suite shower room, and another Owners’ Bedroom has an en suite bathroom. Additional ground-floor spaces include the Owners’ Lounge, an Inner Hall with a boiler room, the Main Kitchen, an Annex Living Room, Annex Kitchen, Annex Wet Room, and stairs leading to the First Floor Annex Bedroom with a dressing room and en suite shower room.
The First Floor is accessed via stairs or a lift, leading to a landing area. This floor comprises Bedroom 2 with an en suite shower room, Bedroom 3 with an en suite wet room and dressing area, Bedroom 4 with an en suite shower room, Bedroom 5 with an en suite bathroom and dressing room, Bedroom 6 with an en suite bathroom, Bedroom 7/Lounge with an en suite shower bath and dressing area, and Bedroom 8 with an en suite shower room.
The Second Floor also has the lift, stairs and a landing providing access to Bedroom 9, which includes a lounge/kitchenette, dressing room and en suite bathroom with a whirlpool bath. This floor also offers bedroom 10 which boasts an en suite bathroom, dressing area, kitchenette and a lounge that leads to sun terrace. Additionally, Bedroom 11 features an en suite shower, cloakroom and balcony, while Bedroom 12 includes a walk-in dressing room and en suite bathroom.
Ilfracombe is an elegant Victorian seaside destination featuring diverse shopping venues and essential amenities like a library, a post office, schools, and a cinema. Noteworthy nearby attractions include Damien Hirst's famous Verity statue on the harbourfront, the acclaimed Ilfracombe Aquarium, and the extraordinary Tunnels Beaches. The town is alive with events primarily held at the historic harbour's quayside and the iconic Landmark Theatre along the seafront. Numerous exquisite beaches are located nearby—ranging from tranquil coves to extensive sandy stretches ideal for surfing adventures. For a special beach experience, visit 'The Tunnels' in Ilfracombe—a Blue Flag and Seaside Award holder—or head to Hele Bay just east of town for superb swimming conditions and intriguing rock pools. Conveniently located Putsborough, Woolacombe, and Croyde can be reached easily by car, while North Devon’s major centre Barnstaple is roughly 20 minutes' drive away.
Directions
Proceed along the High Street with our office on your left hand side. Upon reaching the roundabout take the first exit, continue along this road for approximately 1 mile and Wildercombe House will be on your right hand side, clearly displaying a name plate.
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Agents Notes
The property has an Energy Performance Certificate rating of C, business rates, rateable value of £11,250 and council Tax Band B. The property is of traditional brick and stone construction. Flood risk is assessed at no risk/very low. Planning permission has been granted for a two-story extension to expand the 'owner’s lounge 1' on the ground floor and Room 8 on the first floor, creating a new bedroom, en suite, and balcony area. Planning permission due to expire 2025 planning application number 74434. We understand there is planning permission granted on a neighbouring property, planning application number 73398. Three separate heating systems – one for the annex, one for the ground and first floors, and another for the second floor. All mains services and utilities are connected). Broadband speeds are estimated at 16 Mbps for standard and 52 Mbps for superfast, with a good mobile signal and Wi-Fi throughout.
About this agent
LOCAL KNOWLEDGE - NATIONAL STRENGTH ! The Company Bond Oxborough Phillips is an established local company with over 20 years experience in selling property in North Devon and North Cornwall. Throughout our network of offices we are able to offer a complete property service which includes Residential Sales, Property Management and Lettings, Auctions, New Homes and Development. Our extensive knowledge and experience of the local property market enables us to provide a professional and efficient service combined by a proactive marketing campaign. Staff All members of our negotiating teams are highly motivated and experienced in the local market. Our experience in our field enables us to advise clients on all aspects of buying and selling property. We recognise the importance of high standards of customer care and our constantly striving to improve our service. Coverage An extensive regional marketing campaign, a national network of over 250 offices and extensive website marketing enable us to provide unrivalled coverage of your property. Presentation We understand that first impressions of a property are all important. We place extreme emphasis on the presentation and quality of the sales brochure. Using the latest digital technology we produce high quality full colour particulars which always include a floor plan. Experience has shown us that a good presentation will increase viewing rates. Properties We are delighted to be instructed to sell all types of residential and commercial property. Our register currently includes Luxury Waterside Apartments, interesting Period Townhouses, a wide selection of Bungalows, Character Cottages, Executive style Houses, Barn Conversions, Holiday Chalets and Off-plan Developments. Keeping you informed As part of our service , we guarantee to give all important feedback on every viewing. Our Customer Care Co-Ordinator will provide regular summary and reports covering all aspects of our marketing campaign. Regular contact and discussion with our clients enables us to achieve a stress free and smooth sale. Prominent and highly visible offices Largest window display in the town Dedicated and experienced staff Immediate telephone marketing Extensive newspaper advertising Maximum website exposure Weekly property updates Accompanied viewings Guaranteed viewing feedback Regular marketing reports and reviews Comprehensive property brochures Informative floorplans
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