• About The Elmfield

    The Elmfield Story So Far

    Ted Matt Harvey and Zoe 2018

    About The Owners

    Zoe, Matt, Harvey and Ted moved to the Elmfield from London in 2007 taking over an already successful Bed and Breakfast business. We ran the House as a Bed and Breakfast until 2015 getting great reviews and many trip advisor certificates of excellence. One Christmas we needed to be away and put the house up for hire as a big holiday house.

     

    We left the booking system live to see what the demand would be and the house started to fill up for the rest of the year. On reflection, we decided that a big holiday house is the kind of holiday we would choose for ourselves and friends and family so we changed the business to what it is today.

    The Elmfield looking up from the garden

    About The House

    The Elmfield started life in the late 1800's as a purpose built gentlemens residence covering a large area with an orangery and a market garden. During the second world war the Elmfield was used as a school for evacuated Londoners, we even had a gentleman visit us reminiscing about escaping the school and heading off back to London along the railway tracks aged 7.

     

    The architecture and superb sea views made the town a firm tourist favourite from the Victorian era onwards with a number of royal visits.

     

    The Elmfield became a hotel in the 60's during another boom time for Ilfracombe. The railway, since removed, still ran into Ilfracombe from London ending up across the valley from the house. There are stories of fold out beds being laid out in the dining room just to accommodate the sheer numbers of guests visiting the town during this period.

  • Frequently Asked Questions

    General & Group Capacity

    How many guests can stay at The Elmfield in Ilfracombe?

    The Elmfield accommodates up to 21 guests across 8 individually styled bedrooms (including several en-suite rooms). It is designed specifically for large family gatherings, milestone celebrations, wellness retreats, and corporate offsites in North Devon.

    Is The Elmfield pet-friendly?

    Yes, well-behaved dogs are welcome at The Elmfield at £25 per dog per stay. The house features a semi-enclosed garden area and is located adjacent to dog-friendly walking trails along The Torrs and North Devon coastal paths.

    On-Site Amenities & Facilities

    Does The Elmfield have a private indoor heated pool?

    Yes. The Elmfield features an exclusive indoor heated swimming pool located on the property. The pool is private to your group (not shared) and accessible year-round.

    Is there a bar or commercial kitchen for large group catering?

    Yes. The Elmfield has:

    • Private Bar: The property includes a dedicated private cocktail bar room with seating and glass storage.
    • Commercial Kitchen: The kitchen is fully equipped with high-capacity cooking equipment, commercial refrigeration, and large-scale prep areas, making it ideal for self-catering or hiring private chefs and external caterers.

    Is there parking available for large groups?

    Yes, The Elmfield provides private off-street parking capable of accommodating multiple vehicles (up to 10) for large group stays.

    Corporate Retreats & Events

    Can I host a corporate retreat or wellness workshop at The Elmfield?

    Yes. The Elmfield offers spacious communal dining rooms, lounge spaces, high-speed Wi-Fi, and quiet break-out areas suitable for corporate team-building events, strategy retreats, and wellness workshops.

    Does The Elmfield allow private chefs or outside caterers?

    Yes. Guests are welcome to hire third-party private chefs, mixologists, or catering services. The commercial kitchen setup accommodates professional catering staff easily.

    How far is The Elmfield from Tunnels Beaches and Ilfracombe Harbour?

    • Tunnels Beaches: Approximately a 10–15 minute walk (less than 1 mile).
    • Ilfracombe Harbour & Damien Hirst's Verity: A 15–20 minute walk or a 3-minute drive.
    • Woolacombe Beach: Approximately a 10–12 minute drive.

    What are the best walk trails near The Elmfield?

    The property is located on Torrs Park, directly adjoining The Torrs (known as "The Seven Hills"), offering direct access to National Trust coastal paths with panoramic views across the Bristol Channel.

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