Adelaide Cove — Georgian Elegance by the Sea | Ilfracombe | Sleeps 4New

Some places you simply stay in. Adelaide Cove is one you step into. This is a beautifully restored two-bedroom apartment inside Adelaide Terrace, a Grade II listed Georgian landmark built around 1835 — once a girls' school that counted Dame Joan and Jackie Collins among its pupils. Nearly two centuries of history, and you have a quiet corner of it entirely to yourself. It sits right in the heart of Ilfracombe. Independent shops, cafés, the harbour and Tunnels Beach are all on your doorstep — and you have the rare luxury of an allocated parking space to come home to. Inside Every detail has been considered. The open-plan living and kitchen space is full of natural light and finished in local, natural materials — limestone flooring, bespoke timber shutters, a reclaimed slate fireplace, elegant pewter radiators. The kitchen is fully equipped, with an induction hob, integrated oven and microwave, and a generous solid work surface — just as happy producing a leisurely breakfast as it is a shared bottle of wine in the evening. Both bedrooms are private retreats with their own ensuites. The master has oak flooring, built-in wardrobes, a luxurious rain shower, and opens straight onto the terrace. The second is just as elegant — a striking black-framed shower, a slate basin, designer tiles. Throughout, Farrow & Ball paint and bespoke blinds give the whole apartment a calm, considered feel. Outside Step onto your private terrace for a morning coffee or a quiet supper as the light fades. Beyond it lie the large communal gardens — a hidden oasis of mature trees, flowering shrubs and roses, shared with other residents but with plenty of space to enjoy quietly. Good to know

Access is via a tunnelled entrance and a couple of steps. A utility room with washing facilities and extra storage sits at the rear — ideal for beach gear or walking boots. Children are warmly welcome, with two travel cots available. All linens, towels and basic toiletries are provided.

Whether you're out exploring Ilfracombe's coast or simply unwinding in your own historic haven, Adelaide Cove makes for an unforgettable stay.