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Part of a former school building close to Torquay harbour and town centre.

Cottage in Torquay with kitchen and fireplace

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Dishwasher, highchair
Fireplace
Exterior
3 bedrooms, free WiFi
Marina

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • 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 fireplace.
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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.

Part of a former school building close to Torquay harbour and town centre.

Part of a former school building close to Torquay harbour and town centre.. 2 steps to entrance.

All on the Ground Floor:

Living room: Freeview TV, Playstation 3, DVDs, CDs, Games

Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine

Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair. Small rear courtyard with garden furniture. Allocated parking for 1 large car. No smoking.. 8 Torwood Gables is a 3 bedroom mid terraced stone built house that is one of a number of properties converted from a former school building in Meadfoot Lane, Torquay.



The house still has original wooden beams and windows and has recently been refurbished to a high standard, with luxury fittings and contemporary furnishings. It has a solid wood flooring in living area, ceramic tiles in kitchen and bathroom and fitted carpet on the stairs and in the bedrooms.



The location is quiet, yet is a few minutes walk down hill to the town centre and harbour where you will find The Princess Theatre, and the pleasant waterfront walks along the marina. The popular Fleet Walk Shopping Centre is also close by.



You will find numerous restaurants and bars on Torwood Street and around the inner harbour plus upmarket restaurant, just a-1 minute walk away in Parkhill Road. Living Coasts, Torquays coastal zoo, is just 2 minutes walk.



Torre Abbey Sands and Meadfoot beach are within walking distance, as is the Torquay stretch of the South West coast path. The medieval Torre Abbey is around 5 minutes walk away and other nearby attractions such as the Babbacombe Model Village, Kents Cavern and Bygones are a short drive away.



Torwood Gables benefits from on-site parking. A stay in our luxury properties is perfect for a getaway at any time of year.



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 space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and a fireplace.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 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-BCTOR08-BCTOR08

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around 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?

No, there isn't parking available at the cottage.

Is this cottage next 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.

Is Part of a former school building close to Torquay harbour and town centre. good for couples?

Couples staying at this cottage will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as a garden.

Does Part of a former school building close to Torquay harbour and town centre. have a hot tub?

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

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cottage.

What 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 Part of a former school building close to Torquay harbour and town centre.?

No, at Part of a former school building close to Torquay harbour and town centre., there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.