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A chic, duplex apartment forming part of an old school building.

Family-friendly cottage in Torquay

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1 bedroom, free WiFi
Interior
Marina
Exterior

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Torquay
  • Place, Torquay Marina
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Inner Harbour
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Princess Theatre
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Torquay

Located in Torquay City Centre, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of sights such as Torquays Dinosaur World and Torquay Marina. The cottage includes a kitchen and a balcony.

What's nearby

  • Torquay Marina - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Inner Harbour - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Princess Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Torre Abbey Sands - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Meadfoot Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Torre Station - 9 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Viva - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Burridge's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Apple & Parrot - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Hole In The Wall - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Lighthouse Café Bar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A chic, duplex apartment forming part of an old school building.

A chic, duplex apartment forming part of an old school building.. Ground Floor:

Living room/kitchen: Freeview TV, CD Player, Playstation 3, Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Fridge, Washer Dryer

First Floor:

Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair. Small patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. 5 Torwood Gables is a one bedroom, stone built, duplex apartment converted from a former school.



Internally, the apartment retains many original features and windows and has been refurbished to a high contemporary standard including solid wood flooring in the living area and ceramic tiles in the kitchen and bathroom with fitted carpet on the stairs and upstairs. Added touches such as antique style lighting in most rooms help to preserve the original style of property.



The property is in a peaceful location yet offers easy access to Torquay Harbour, with its restaurants, cafés and shops, the Princess Theatre, and the popular Fleet Walk Shopping Centre. You will find numerous restaurants and bars on Torwood Street and around the inner harbour is just a 1-minute walk away on Parkhill Road. Living Coasts, Torquays coastal zoo, is also just a 2-minute walk away.



The beaches at Torre Abbey Sands and Meadfoot are both within walking distance, as is the Torquay stretch of the South West Coastal Path, which leads to Shaldon. Other nearby attractions are Babbacombe Model Village, Kents Cavern and Bygones.



For larger parties, this property can be booked with the neighbouring properties at Torwood Gables to accommodate up to 22 guests.

Free WiFi



Only dogs allowed at the property.

Suitable for up to 1 pet
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and a balcony or patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. The cottage also includes a washer/dryer.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Entertainment

  • CD player
  • Video game console

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Rules

The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Pets

  • This property welcomes 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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 5:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

su-BCTOR05-BCTOR05

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near this cottage?

This cottage is situated in Torquay City Centre, just steps from Inner Harbour and Torquay Marina, and within a short walk of Princess Theatre. You'll also find Meadfoot Beach and Torre Abbey Sands less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at this cottage?

Yes, though there is a max of 1 space.

Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at A chic, duplex apartment forming part of an old school building.?

Couples staying at this cottage will value amenities like a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a garden.

Does A chic, duplex apartment forming part of an old school building. have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.), which is 27.9 mi away (49 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at A chic, duplex apartment forming part of an old school building.?

Yes, every accommodation at A chic, duplex apartment forming part of an old school building. comes with a balcony.