High Street, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34

A rare opportunity to acquire one of Ilfracombe’s most iconic and long-established café/restaurants, perfectly positioned within a prime High Street trading location and complemented by exceptional three-bedroom owner’s accommodation with private sun terrace and stunning views across the Torrs.

An exceptional opportunity to acquire one of Ilfracombe’s most renowned café/restaurants, occupying a prominent trading position within the heart of the High Street. Combining a thriving commercial premises with substantial owner’s accommodation above, this impressive period property presents a rare chance to acquire both a successful lifestyle business and an elegant character residence with private outside space and far-reaching views across the Torrs.

The commercial element is entered via an attractive double-fronted frontage with large display windows, opening into a welcoming and beautifully arranged restaurant and café space. Thoughtfully designed to create a warm and sociable atmosphere, the interior effortlessly blends practicality with period charm. To the rear, a customer WC serves the restaurant area.

Beyond the dining space lies a generously proportioned galley-style commercial kitchen, fully equipped to cater for high-volume service. The layout comfortably accommodates multiple staff during busy service periods, whilst adjoining dry storage areas provide additional refrigeration, freezer space, and stock storage. The kitchen also benefits from dual access via both the commercial premises and residential accommodation.

The private residential entrance is positioned separately from the commercial frontage, opening into an elegant hallway with ornate tiled flooring and staircase rising to the upper floors. The accommodation itself is exceptionally spacious and filled with character throughout. The principal living room is a beautifully proportioned reception space centred around a large bay window with original sash frames, allowing an abundance of natural light to flood the room. High ceilings, decorative cornicing and an original fireplace with mantle all combine to create a refined yet comfortable living environment.

The kitchen/dining room is equally generous in size and offers extensive fitted units, ample work surface space, and room for family dining. An adjoining utility area enhances the practicality of the space whilst also increasing the natural light throughout the room. A recently installed family bathroom is situated on the half landing and comprises a panelled bath with shower over, WC, and wash hand basin.

To the rear of the property, an elevated decking terrace provides a superb outdoor retreat enjoying far-reaching views across the Torrs and surrounding hillsides. Perfectly suited for entertaining or unwinding after service, the terrace offers an enviable setting for outdoor dining and evening sunsets.

Arranged across the upper floor are three bedrooms, including a spacious principal suite benefiting from elevated views across the town and a modern en-suite shower room. The remaining bedrooms are well-proportioned and versatile, equally suited for family accommodation, guest rooms, or home office use.

Altogether, this remarkable property represents a rare and exciting opportunity to acquire a highly regarded hospitality business together with substantial and characterful living accommodation in one of Ilfracombe’s most prominent and sought-after trading locations.

Located in the heart of the town and walking distance to the various supermarkets and local independent shops, Ilfracombe has a wide range of attractions and is a great location for those wanting to visit North Devon. Ilfracombe’s picturesque harbour has art galleries, bars and seafront restaurants for you to enjoy at any point in the day. At the end of the harbour is a 60ft tall, well known and popular statue called ‘Verity’ inspired by Damien Hirst, who has certainly put his mark on Ilfracombe. Ilfracombe is also situated within driving distance to other popular and desirable beaches such as Woolacombe, Saunton and Croyde.

The town enjoys easy access to the larger regional centre of Barnstaple, the historic and regional centre of North Devon affording a more extensive range of commercial, educational and recreational facilities benefitting from a variety of banking, schooling, a theatre, cinema, leisure centre and restaurants, combining modern shopping amenities with a bustling market atmosphere. The cathedral city of Exeter with its university, airport, inter-rail and motorway links is some 50 miles in distance.