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8.8 out of 10
Excellent
5 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Torquay, England
- Princess Theatre17 min walk
- Meadfoot Beach19 min walk
- Babbacombe Beach4 min drive
- Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)42 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
1 King Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Single Bunk Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
About this property
Quirky Victorian Townhouse, 10 Mins From Marina, Pet Friendly, Sleeps 10
Sunnymead is a deceptively spacious Victorian villa with 5 bedrooms, 4 with en-suite facilities. Also benefitting from two reception rooms, Sunnymead is perfect for larger groups of friends or families looking to stay together at one location. It's also great for contractors working in the area who need a place to stay while they work around town. The ground floor bedroom has its own bathroom and leads out to the rear courtyard.
The large south-facing lounge is the heart of the home at Sunnymead and provides a fantastic space for friends and family to socialise together. A large feature sofa, 50' Philips Smart, sound bar and surround sound provides everything you need for the perfect home cinema experience. For more traditional entertainment, there's a piano if you fancy a good old sing-a-long!
An additional 'Snug' room is equipped with a lovely leather sofa, cow hide rug, 40" LG Smart TV, so your teenagers or families holidaying together can have their own space.
With five bedrooms in total, four with their own en suite, there’s plenty of choice and no fighting for the shower in the morning. A king sized bedroom on the ground floor leads out onto an enclosed patio area, ideal for savouring a minute or two to yourself before heading out to explore the area. This bedroom is also suitable for those with mobility issues.
Sunnymead is set in a great location with bars and restaurants just a short walk away, with numerous restaurants ranging from family friendly, to Michelin dining at The Elephant, and you will be spoilt for choice for places to eat and drink.
If it's the English Riviera's beaches you have come for, then Meadfoot Beach is less than a mile away or it's just a short drive to the Blue Flag winning Oddicombe Beach.
Voted Number 1 UK staycation destination in 2021, Torbay and the English Riviera is waiting to be explored.
All rooms ground floor rooms and courtyard are wheelchair accessible.
Located near some of Devon’s finest spa’s, Sunnymead offers the perfect location for wellness retreats, with a yoga centre down the road and paddle boarding from the harbour.
Sunnymead is also one of our pet friendly properties.
This house is ideal for larger groups and families who want all of their needs met in one place. So if you're looking for a holiday home that will accommodate everyone from grandparents to grandchildren, look no further than Sunnymead!
Lounge:
-Located on the ground floor of the property
-Large corner sofa and additional sofa
-Large coffee table
-50" Philips Smart TV with surround sound and sound bar
-Piano
-Gas fire place
Kitchen/Dining Area:
-Located on the ground floor
-Oven
-5 ring gas stove
-Microwave
-American Fridge-Freezer
-Washing machine and tumble dryer
-Large table comfortably seating 8 people
Snug:
-Located on the ground floor
-Leather sofa
-40" LG Smart TV
Bedroom 1 (Main Bedroom):
-Large bright south facing bedroom, located on the first floor
-Furnished with a King sized bed, bedside tables, lamps and storage
-Wardrobe, chest of draws, full length mirror dressing table with mirror and hairdryer
-40" Sharp Smart TV
-En suite shower room with sink, mirror and WC
Bedroom 2:
- Bunk Beds
- Sink and Mirror
- Under-bed storage and wardrobe
- Radiator
- 40" Sharp Smart TV
Bedroom 3:
- Two singles which can also be configured as a King size
- Bedside tables and lamps
- Ensuite bathroom with shower, sink, mirror and WC
- Wardrobe, chest of draws, dressing table with mirror and hairdryer
- 40" smart Sharp TV
Bedroom 4:
- King size bed with ensuite
Bedroom 5: (wheelchair accessible)
- Large ground floor bedroom with double doors leading out to the private courtyard
- King size bed with beside table and lamps
- Wardrobe, chest of drawers, dressing table with mirror and hairdryer
- 40" Sharp Smart TV
- En suite shower room with sink, mirror and WC (not wheel chair accessible)
Outdoor:
- Private enclosed patio
- Patio table and chairs with seating for 10 people
Guest Access
There is free on street parking available on Babbacombe Road outside the property, as well as other nearby residential roads. Sunnymead is a 10-15 minute walk from Torquays shops, restaurants, bars and seafront.
All ground floor rooms including a large bedroom are wheelchair accessible.
NOTES
- Free On Street Parking is available
- Check in: 3pm Check out: 10am
- Minimum nights varies seasonally.
- £200 Refundable Security Deposit required at time of booking. This is a hold on the card and is released 3 days after departure.
- Up to two well behaved dogs are permitted. A £35 pet fee applies per pet.
- There is step free access to the entrance door and a ground floor bedroom and bathroom. For any other accessibility questions please contact Saltwater Escapes.
- Bed linen and towels are provided (please bring your own beach towels and any towels and blankets etc for dogs)
- Baby Equipment: Travel Cot and High Chair. Please bring your own linen for the travel cot
- No smoking or vaping anywhere on the premises
- This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
- This property includes a small welcome/starter pack to help you on your first day of arrival. This consists of 2 toilet rolls, washing up liquid, 2 dishwasher tablets (if applicable), a washing up cloth, sponge & tea towel and tea, coffee & milk sachets. Cupboard staples and any other extras are not as standard therefore we recommend ensuring you have your own supplies of anything else required.
Neighbourhood descritption
Babbacombe Downs, The Cliff Railway & The Beach
Devon’s English Riviera is ripe for exploring, and with an idyllic walk along Babbacombe Downs - the highest cliff top promenade in England. Here you can take in the spectacular coastline of South Devon spotting seabirds, seals and even dolphins from above! Babbacombe Downs has received the prestigious Green Flag Award, an international sign to the public that the space boasts the highest possible environmental standards, is beautifully maintained and has excellent visitor facilities.
A trip on the historic Babbacombe Cliff Railway takes you to Oddicombe Beach, where the whole family can play in the sea to their heart’s content. Enjoy a visit to the stylish Three Degrees West café, bar and bistro on Oddicombe Beach for coffee, cakes or a spot of tapas. And don’t miss the stunning Cary Arms & Spa on Babbacombe Bay. For adrenaline junkies there is plenty to challenge you with coasteering, sailing, scuba diving and hiking.
Strolling and Walking the South West Coast Path
There’s a host of pretty coastal and woodland strolls to choose from, offering spectacular views and a treasure trove of hidden coves and tranquil settings. Walkers will love the wonderful South West Coast Path, which meanders west along beautiful Babbacombe Bay, around the stunning headland of Hope’s Nose, past beautiful Thatcher Rock and eventually leads via a breathtakingly beautiful and circuitous route towards Torquay. Alternatively, go east past Torquay Golf Club to enjoy the spectacular views across Lyme Bay to Maidencombe Beach, Labrador Bay and beyond. Why not plan a fascinating walk along England’s Seafood Coast?
Babbacombe Model Village
Babbacombe Model Village has 4 acres of award-winning gardens with hundreds of model scenes, tiny vehicles and pocket-sized people. Favourites include: the house on fire, Stonehenge, the model railway, the football stadium, the beach and the lake. For a special evening out, there are stunning illuminations at various times from April – mid October and during holidays like Halloween and Christmas. You’ll also enjoy a visit to their Devon tearoom and shop – open year round.
Bygones
Is a deceptively large attraction and is fascinating throughout, bringing Britain’s past and childhood memories to life. You’ll discover a life-size authentically created Victorian Street, including a forge, sweetshop and apothecary plus a 28-foot model railway, a mock-up of World War I trenches, a 1950s shopping arcade and much more. There’s also a station café and a gift shop – it’s all under cover and open year round.
Kents Cavern
Is one of the most important Stone Age sites in Europe, one of Britain's best show caves and one of Devon’s most popular attractions as the gateway site to the English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark. Their daily tours take you back to a time when the cave was home to ancient humans, sheltering from extreme weather, making fires, shaping tools and hunting Ice Age animals. The extensive labyrinth of caverns, 400 million year old rocks and spectacular stalagmites and stalactites are quite awe-inspiring. There’s also a gift shop and café – open year round.
Eating Out in St Marychurch
Devon’s St Marychurch is choc-a-bloc full of excellent cafés, award winning tearooms and restaurants. Pop into the precinct or stroll along Babbacombe Downs for lots of choice and endless sea views. The Cary Arms on Babbacombe Beach and Three Degrees West on Oddicombe Beach both make spectacular lunch spots – take the famous Babbacombe Cliff Railway from the clifftop at Babbacombe Downs to the two glorious sandy coves. This is England’s Seafood Coast with a delicious selection of the freshest fish and seafood arriving daily from nearby Brixham’s world famous Fish Market.
The pretty coastal village of Shaldon is also just over five miles away whilst Exeter and the M5 motorway are less than thirty minutes away by car, with Torquay town centre, harbour and marina approximately four miles away.
The large south-facing lounge is the heart of the home at Sunnymead and provides a fantastic space for friends and family to socialise together. A large feature sofa, 50' Philips Smart, sound bar and surround sound provides everything you need for the perfect home cinema experience. For more traditional entertainment, there's a piano if you fancy a good old sing-a-long!
An additional 'Snug' room is equipped with a lovely leather sofa, cow hide rug, 40" LG Smart TV, so your teenagers or families holidaying together can have their own space.
With five bedrooms in total, four with their own en suite, there’s plenty of choice and no fighting for the shower in the morning. A king sized bedroom on the ground floor leads out onto an enclosed patio area, ideal for savouring a minute or two to yourself before heading out to explore the area. This bedroom is also suitable for those with mobility issues.
Sunnymead is set in a great location with bars and restaurants just a short walk away, with numerous restaurants ranging from family friendly, to Michelin dining at The Elephant, and you will be spoilt for choice for places to eat and drink.
If it's the English Riviera's beaches you have come for, then Meadfoot Beach is less than a mile away or it's just a short drive to the Blue Flag winning Oddicombe Beach.
Voted Number 1 UK staycation destination in 2021, Torbay and the English Riviera is waiting to be explored.
All rooms ground floor rooms and courtyard are wheelchair accessible.
Located near some of Devon’s finest spa’s, Sunnymead offers the perfect location for wellness retreats, with a yoga centre down the road and paddle boarding from the harbour.
Sunnymead is also one of our pet friendly properties.
This house is ideal for larger groups and families who want all of their needs met in one place. So if you're looking for a holiday home that will accommodate everyone from grandparents to grandchildren, look no further than Sunnymead!
Lounge:
-Located on the ground floor of the property
-Large corner sofa and additional sofa
-Large coffee table
-50" Philips Smart TV with surround sound and sound bar
-Piano
-Gas fire place
Kitchen/Dining Area:
-Located on the ground floor
-Oven
-5 ring gas stove
-Microwave
-American Fridge-Freezer
-Washing machine and tumble dryer
-Large table comfortably seating 8 people
Snug:
-Located on the ground floor
-Leather sofa
-40" LG Smart TV
Bedroom 1 (Main Bedroom):
-Large bright south facing bedroom, located on the first floor
-Furnished with a King sized bed, bedside tables, lamps and storage
-Wardrobe, chest of draws, full length mirror dressing table with mirror and hairdryer
-40" Sharp Smart TV
-En suite shower room with sink, mirror and WC
Bedroom 2:
- Bunk Beds
- Sink and Mirror
- Under-bed storage and wardrobe
- Radiator
- 40" Sharp Smart TV
Bedroom 3:
- Two singles which can also be configured as a King size
- Bedside tables and lamps
- Ensuite bathroom with shower, sink, mirror and WC
- Wardrobe, chest of draws, dressing table with mirror and hairdryer
- 40" smart Sharp TV
Bedroom 4:
- King size bed with ensuite
Bedroom 5: (wheelchair accessible)
- Large ground floor bedroom with double doors leading out to the private courtyard
- King size bed with beside table and lamps
- Wardrobe, chest of drawers, dressing table with mirror and hairdryer
- 40" Sharp Smart TV
- En suite shower room with sink, mirror and WC (not wheel chair accessible)
Outdoor:
- Private enclosed patio
- Patio table and chairs with seating for 10 people
Guest Access
There is free on street parking available on Babbacombe Road outside the property, as well as other nearby residential roads. Sunnymead is a 10-15 minute walk from Torquays shops, restaurants, bars and seafront.
All ground floor rooms including a large bedroom are wheelchair accessible.
NOTES
- Free On Street Parking is available
- Check in: 3pm Check out: 10am
- Minimum nights varies seasonally.
- £200 Refundable Security Deposit required at time of booking. This is a hold on the card and is released 3 days after departure.
- Up to two well behaved dogs are permitted. A £35 pet fee applies per pet.
- There is step free access to the entrance door and a ground floor bedroom and bathroom. For any other accessibility questions please contact Saltwater Escapes.
- Bed linen and towels are provided (please bring your own beach towels and any towels and blankets etc for dogs)
- Baby Equipment: Travel Cot and High Chair. Please bring your own linen for the travel cot
- No smoking or vaping anywhere on the premises
- This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
- This property includes a small welcome/starter pack to help you on your first day of arrival. This consists of 2 toilet rolls, washing up liquid, 2 dishwasher tablets (if applicable), a washing up cloth, sponge & tea towel and tea, coffee & milk sachets. Cupboard staples and any other extras are not as standard therefore we recommend ensuring you have your own supplies of anything else required.
Neighbourhood descritption
Babbacombe Downs, The Cliff Railway & The Beach
Devon’s English Riviera is ripe for exploring, and with an idyllic walk along Babbacombe Downs - the highest cliff top promenade in England. Here you can take in the spectacular coastline of South Devon spotting seabirds, seals and even dolphins from above! Babbacombe Downs has received the prestigious Green Flag Award, an international sign to the public that the space boasts the highest possible environmental standards, is beautifully maintained and has excellent visitor facilities.
A trip on the historic Babbacombe Cliff Railway takes you to Oddicombe Beach, where the whole family can play in the sea to their heart’s content. Enjoy a visit to the stylish Three Degrees West café, bar and bistro on Oddicombe Beach for coffee, cakes or a spot of tapas. And don’t miss the stunning Cary Arms & Spa on Babbacombe Bay. For adrenaline junkies there is plenty to challenge you with coasteering, sailing, scuba diving and hiking.
Strolling and Walking the South West Coast Path
There’s a host of pretty coastal and woodland strolls to choose from, offering spectacular views and a treasure trove of hidden coves and tranquil settings. Walkers will love the wonderful South West Coast Path, which meanders west along beautiful Babbacombe Bay, around the stunning headland of Hope’s Nose, past beautiful Thatcher Rock and eventually leads via a breathtakingly beautiful and circuitous route towards Torquay. Alternatively, go east past Torquay Golf Club to enjoy the spectacular views across Lyme Bay to Maidencombe Beach, Labrador Bay and beyond. Why not plan a fascinating walk along England’s Seafood Coast?
Babbacombe Model Village
Babbacombe Model Village has 4 acres of award-winning gardens with hundreds of model scenes, tiny vehicles and pocket-sized people. Favourites include: the house on fire, Stonehenge, the model railway, the football stadium, the beach and the lake. For a special evening out, there are stunning illuminations at various times from April – mid October and during holidays like Halloween and Christmas. You’ll also enjoy a visit to their Devon tearoom and shop – open year round.
Bygones
Is a deceptively large attraction and is fascinating throughout, bringing Britain’s past and childhood memories to life. You’ll discover a life-size authentically created Victorian Street, including a forge, sweetshop and apothecary plus a 28-foot model railway, a mock-up of World War I trenches, a 1950s shopping arcade and much more. There’s also a station café and a gift shop – it’s all under cover and open year round.
Kents Cavern
Is one of the most important Stone Age sites in Europe, one of Britain's best show caves and one of Devon’s most popular attractions as the gateway site to the English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark. Their daily tours take you back to a time when the cave was home to ancient humans, sheltering from extreme weather, making fires, shaping tools and hunting Ice Age animals. The extensive labyrinth of caverns, 400 million year old rocks and spectacular stalagmites and stalactites are quite awe-inspiring. There’s also a gift shop and café – open year round.
Eating Out in St Marychurch
Devon’s St Marychurch is choc-a-bloc full of excellent cafés, award winning tearooms and restaurants. Pop into the precinct or stroll along Babbacombe Downs for lots of choice and endless sea views. The Cary Arms on Babbacombe Beach and Three Degrees West on Oddicombe Beach both make spectacular lunch spots – take the famous Babbacombe Cliff Railway from the clifftop at Babbacombe Downs to the two glorious sandy coves. This is England’s Seafood Coast with a delicious selection of the freshest fish and seafood arriving daily from nearby Brixham’s world famous Fish Market.
The pretty coastal village of Shaldon is also just over five miles away whilst Exeter and the M5 motorway are less than thirty minutes away by car, with Torquay town centre, harbour and marina approximately four miles away.
Property manager
Saltwater Escapes
Languages
English
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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About the area
Torquay
Torquay is home to this holiday home. Torre Abbey and Greek Orthodox Church of Saint Andrew are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Dartmoor National Park and Cockington Country Park. Plainmoor and Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens are also worth visiting.
Torquay, England
What's nearby
- Inner Harbour - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
- Princess Theatre - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
- Meadfoot Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Torre Abbey Sands - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
- Babbacombe Beach - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Clocktower - 10 min walk
- The Kents - 11 min walk
- Apple & Parrot - 10 min walk
- Burridge's Cafe Tearooms - 11 min walk
- Amici - 8 min walk
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About the host
Hosted by Saltwater Escapes

Saltwater Escapes is a family run business offering beautiful holiday homes along the South Devon coast.
Saltwater Escapes was started by husband and wife team Jamie and Kate. Born and raised in Brixham, Jamie spent his childhood on the local beaches and enjoyed the many outdoor pursuits Devon offers . Kate's early childhood years were also spent by the sea in North Berwick, Scotland. Later moving to rural Berkshire, Kate enjoyed much freedom outdoors in the surrounding countryside. They have subsequently had two children of their own and hope to instil in them the same love for the outdoors, a sense of adventure, and the importance of quality time together.
Regularly taking their children back down to Devon, their treasured escapes from their busy pace of life and enjoying old fashioned fun have become a family tradition. A time to switch off and relax, to get back to nature, to try something new, explore somewhere different, and most importantly to make treasured memories.
From the moment you arrive at a Saltwater Escapes property we aim to give you a warm welcome starting with complimentary welcome provisions with a few essentials and some local goodies too! All properties offer fantastic access to the towns treasure's including the many cafés and restaurants, the beaches and of course the beautiful sea. Our team of Housekeepers and Property Managers are all local should you need to call for any assistance with anything.
We love that Saltwater Escapes' properties have become a home from home for many of our customers who have stayed with us year after year and are making traditions of their own and memories to treasure.
What makes this property unique
Sunnymead is a deceptively spacious Victorian villa with 5 bedrooms, 4 with en-suite facilities. Also benefitting from two reception rooms, Sunnymead is perfect for larger groups of friends or families looking to stay together at one location. It's also great for contractors working in the area who need a place to stay while they work around town. The ground floor bedroom has its own bathroom and leads out to the rear courtyard with a gas BBQ.
Languages:
English
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