This apartment places you within a 10-minute stroll of Dartmouth Steam Railway and Palace Theatre. The apartment includes a kitchen, a patio, and a dining area.
You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
An excellent place to be by the sea!
Bright and stylish ground floor garden flat with open plan kitchen-diner/lounge and pretty courtyard garden with seating area. The flat is family and pet friendly and centrally located with in easy walking distance of Paignton, Goodrington and Preston Beaches as well as Splashdown Waterpark, Paignton Zoo, the Steam Railway and much more. On site free parking. Easy access to Brixham, Torquay, Totnes and an easy drive to Dartmoor National Park.
The apartment is heated and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms and a dining area. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Gravel flooring in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No elevator (single-level property)
Smooth flooring in public areas
Thin carpet in public areas
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Water park
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Spelunking nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Electric car charging station
Garden
Unit size: 689 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Contactless check-in available
Check-out
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Dogs only
2 total pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do near this apartment?
This apartment in Paignton is within a 10-minute walk of Dartmouth Steam Railway and Palace Theatre. You'll also find Goodrington Sands Beach and Paignton Beach less than a mile away.
Is there parking available at this apartment?
Yes, there is electric car charging available.
Is this apartment next to a casino?
No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this apartment?
No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.
What do couples enjoy most about An excellent place to be by the sea! ?
Couples staying at this apartment will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a garden.
Does An excellent place to be by the sea! have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this apartment.
Does this apartment provide breakfast?
No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this apartment allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this apartment.
Where is the closest airport to this apartment?
The closest major airport to this apartment is Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.), which is 28 mi away (48 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at An excellent place to be by the sea! ?
Yes, every apartment at An excellent place to be by the sea! comes with a deck.
An excellent place to be by the sea! Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Shahnaz A.
Aug 31, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location close to the sea town near by everything was just perfect, especially Vicki our host, was there if and when we needed her, I would 100% recommend this place, garden was beautiful, plus parking just ourside apartment private, apartment was just like home everything to detail, I can not fault it to be honest, deffo coming back.