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Threshing Barn, dogs welcome, allocated parking, heart of Torquay, Award Winning

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Threshing Barn at Pilgrims Rest with a shared courtyard.
Lounge
Lounge with smart TV
Extendable dining table with 8 chairs
Bedroom 1 - Master bedroom with shared Jack and Jill Bathroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Torquay, ENG
  • Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Babbacombe Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Princess Theatre
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 King Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Master Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Second Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Third Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Threshing Barn, dogs welcome, allocated parking, heart of Torquay, Award Winning

Set in its own conservation area in Barton, one of the historic villages that make up the popular seaside town of Torquay, South Devon; Threshing Barn is a magnificent, spacious, 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom restored barn tucked away behind the 15th Century Devon longhouse, 'The Old Manor Farmhouse' that can comfortably sleep up to 8 plus infants.

Together with Honeysuckle (2bed) and Sweet Rose (1bed), the 3 form ’Pilgrims Rest Cottages’; multi-award-winning, including ‘Most Pet Friendly’, that have been welcoming guests since 2009.

With countryside to the north, the coast to the east and all that Torquay, The English Riviera, and its nearby surrounds have to offer, historical guests have found it to be an ideal location for their stay – with the local shops, a stroll away, an added bonus. Martin and Kim (the owners) personal information folders, revealing countless gems in the area (walks, eateries, pubs, attractions, beaches…), enhance guests’ stays further.

Brimming with quality “cosy, spacious, well-equipped, peaceful, delighted, spot-on or great location” are just some adjectives used by guests for Threshing Barn, whether couples, smaller parties, extended families, or friends together on their holiday, with or without their four-legged friends.

Parking and Property
From your allocated, off lane, parking for 1 car (with extra parking available on the lane alongside Pilgrims Rest), you will walk down a path through two white picket gates into the barns’ courtyard with white bistro tables and chairs, and ornate plant pots. Threshing Barn is the first property on your right with its large glass door.

Upon entering the property, you will be met with a spacious open plan lounge / dining room and kitchen; all decorated in warm colours, exposed beams, and oak pillars. In addition, there is also a very handy ground floor bathroom with shower, and utility room.

Up a set of historical, newel, spiral stairs, you will discover 4 well-appointed bedrooms and 2 additional bathrooms set into the exposed beams of this converted barn.

Property Details

Lounge & Dining area
- 2 comfy fabric, ruby red three-seater sofas
- 1 comfy fabric, two-seater sofa
- Oak coffee table and occasional tables
- 42” Panasonic smart TV with Netflix
- 8-seater extendable oak dining table with 8 oak and leather dining chairs
- 2 wicker chairs
- A cute rocking lamb

Kitchen
- Electric oven
- Baumatic four ring induction hob
- Bosch dishwasher
- Undercounter fridge
- Undercounter freezer
- Cookworks microwave
- Spectrum 4 slice toaster
- Cookworks kettle
- Washing machine
- Fire blanket and fire extinguisher
- Range of glassware and plates
- Supply of children utensils

Utility Room
- Further fridge
- Iron and ironing board
- Vacuum
- Clothes airer

Ground floor bathroom 1
- Corner shower
- Pedestal sink with mirror
- WC
- Heated towel rail

Iron spiral staircase
- With child gates at the top and bottom
- Not appropriate for people with mobility issues
- Landing with feature beams and Velux windows

Bedroom 1
- A king size bed
- Bedside tables and lamps
- Chest of draws
- Large mirror
- Radiator
- Clothes hanging rail
- Ensuite access to bathroom 2
- Window
- Vaulted ceiling

Bedroom 2
- Super king or twin (preference required prior to arrival)
- Bedside tables and lamps
- Chest of drawers
- Large mirror
- Radiator
- Clothes hanging rail
- En-suite access to bathroom 2
- Mullioned and Velux windows overlooking courtyard
- Vaulted ceiling

Bedroom 3
- Adult bunk beds
- Side table
- Overhead bed lights
- Radiator
- Large mirror
- Mullioned and Velux windows overlooking courtyard
- Vaulted ceiling

Bedroom 4
- Twin bed or super king (preference required prior to arrival)
- Bedside tables with lamps
- Chest of draws
- Radiator
- Large mirror
- Clothes hanging rail
- Mullioned and Velux windows overlooking courtyard
- Vaulted ceiling

Bathroom 2
- Jack and Jill bathroom between bedrooms 1 & 2
- Roll top bathtub with Victorian style hand shower
- WC
- Pedestal sink with mirror
- Heated towel rail
- Extractor fan

Bathroom 3 (near bedroom 3 and 4)
- Bath with hand shower
- Glass bowl sink
- Extending shaving mirror
- WC
- Heated towel rail
- Extractor fan

Outside Area – Courtyard & Orchard Garden
- Each property at Pilgrims Rest has use of a range of Bistro tables and chairs, found in
the Courtyard outside the properties.
- There is large, shared, walled garden formed out of the old orchard Garden for all 3
cottages to enjoy.
- There is selection of sun loungers, tables, chairs, and BBQ for guests to enjoy.

Pilgrims Pooches
Dogs are an important part of Pilgrims Rest Cottages and are very welcome with Pilgrims Rest Cottages an historical winner of the best dog friendly business on the English Riviera and South Devon.

The owners have dogs themselves, and over the years where annoyed at large extras for their dogs. They have, over the last 14 years, worked on a ‘Dog Free’ policy, asking owners to follow some basic rules, which to date have been fine with guests and enabling that policy to continue.

The Pilgrims Pooch rules include:
- Not letting your dog go upstairs in the bedrooms.
- Not letting you dog go on any furniture (if dog throws are brought, there can be
exceptions, but must be agreed at booking)
- Not leaving your dog home alone unless by prior agreement and discussion at
booking (the owners know that many dogs are fine on their own, and allow some
leeway here)
- Do not leave their dog to roam alone outside; being respectful of others who may be
staying at Pilgrims Rest
- Finally, as always pet owners are required to clean up after their pets and dispose of
pet mess in the bins provider in the car park.
- We do require a £50 refundable pet deposit which is refunded within 7 days after
departure with the approval of the cleaning team.
- Vacuum cleaners are provided to help, in each property.

Facilities
- Travel cot upon request prior to arrival
- High char upon request prior to arrival
- Stair gates provided
- Ironing board and iron provided
- Hairdryer provided
- Towels and linen provided
- Clothes drying rack provided
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Smoke detector

Communication
Once you have made your booking, we will email the following information to you, either to review or to respond to.
- Online Check-in form
- Bed configuration request
- Your Personal Guest Guide link, with property details and directions.

Notes
- Check in: 4pm Check out:10am
- Minimum nightly restrictions apply throughout the year, this may vary seasonally.
- Complimentary welcome goodies upon arrival
- Guest folder provided for the cottage with information on all the local attractions
and walks etc.
- No parties permitted
- No smoking
- Noise to be kept to a minimum between 10pm - 8am

Property manager

Martin Brook

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Winners of the most Dog Friendly Business on The English Riviera the owners do not want to charge for owners dogs, trusting them to care from the home
If you are considering bringing a dog, please contact to clarify our simple rules, followed by thousands since 2009 that have enabled family buddies

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Torquay

Located in Torquay, this cottage is near theme parks and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Dartmoor National Park and Devon Cliffs Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens and Plainmoor. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Torquay, England

What's nearby

  • Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Babbacombe Beach - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Cockington Country Park - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Princess Theatre - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Torre Abbey Sands - 11 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Torre Station - 7 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wighton Torquay - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bayview Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Crown & Sceptre - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Threshing Barn, dogs welcome, allocated parking, heart of Torquay, Award Winning pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Threshing Barn, dogs welcome, allocated parking, heart of Torquay, Award Winning?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Threshing Barn, dogs welcome, allocated parking, heart of Torquay, Award Winning?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Threshing Barn, dogs welcome, allocated parking, heart of Torquay, Award Winning located?

This family-friendly Torquay cottage is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Torquay Golf Club, Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens and Plainmoor. Watcombe Beach and Oddicombe Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jackie w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Break in torquay

Ideal for a short stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caroline G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious and comfortable place to stay

Really loved this place. Martin is really helpful and a great host. Great location for exploring the South West Coast path and the Dart Valley. Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Craig K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place and good location

Perfect week away, place was a home from home and the furniture is of good quality, comfy beds and linen. The weather was mostly dry so made the most of visiting local beaches and places of interest. Nice pubs a short drive away for good food. It was dog friendly and walks locally were handy. Definitely recommend the place.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Laura N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Family get together

Good size property for a group to stay. A big table and plenty of seating. Plenty of bathrooms plus a deep bath for the children. Great they allow dogs. A few cobwebs and spiders about.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Saltwater E.

Perfect base for a family holiday

Absolutely fantastic!!!! Martin and Kim (owners) have created the perfect base for a family holiday in Torbay. The personal touches made all the difference to our stay as we felt immediately welcome which in turn made us relax. We could not have chosen better accommodation and feel so lucky to have found you! Thank you so much and we look forward to seeing you again next year

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

autumn break with friends

very comfortable and spacious property. The social spaces worked very well. You need a car or be prepared to travel by bus as the property is on the outskirts of Torquay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Frances H., Brighton

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great layout of house perfect for our group dynamic

Good communication with owners, great information pack. Very responsive when we had small problem with shower
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ruth K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property for a family get together

We had a warm welcome from the owner Martin, and we were all delighted with the size and comfort of the property. There was ample space in all the bedrooms, and enough bathrooms/shower rooms for us all. There is a safe garden for the children to play in. The spiral staircase could be challenging, but we all got used to it. I thoroughly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Beverley S.

Delighted

We loved the pictures on your website as well as the seaside location and price! We were not disappointed in fact we were delighted. We thoroughly enjoyed our trip to Brixham; the restaurant next to the Golden Hind was excellent. We really liked the open plan downstairs space in Threshing Barn; ideal for families. Thank you for your welcome and friendliness. Happy New Year!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect in every way

What an absolute joy it was to stay here, it was simply perfect in every way. The host (Martin) was very helpful & friendly and communications held prior to arrival were really good. On arrival myself and my family were welcomed into the Threshing Barn and shown around, the bottle of red wine that was offered tasted delicious after a long journey. The accommodation was true to form, as advertised. We found it be very clean, furnished to a very high standard. It has all the services, accessories and appliances that you wound ever need. The location itself was great, walking distances to many shops, pubs and more. The surrounding area is great to explore either on foot or by car (the barn holds a lot of information about the surrounding areas which was of great assistance) If your looking to take your family away for a nice break for the week, look no further. We will most certainly be going back for more!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Neil E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic accommodation, great location, everything you need is close by and the host was such a

The host Martin gave us a warm welcome, he checked up on us to make sure everything was ok during our stay. He is a really nice man. The property is beautiful, spacious, has lovely features, it was clean and absolutely perfect for our family holiday of 4 adults, 2 grandchildren and 2 dogs. We will be returning for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely owners and a warm welcome

We had a lovely family getaway at the Threshing Barn. We were made to feel very welcome and any issues we raised were sorted quickly and with a smile. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great accomodation for up to 8

The Old Threshing Barn is great accomodation for up to 8 people. IT is very comfortable and there is lots of room to spread out in the lounge, dining room and kitchen areas and 3 bathrooms, so less of a wait to get out in the morning. The kitchen is very well equiped for catering for a larger gathering with lots of large saucepans, serving dishes, etc. There is also WiFi and a large Smart TV with the possibility of logging in to your netflix, iPlayer, etc. There are some great local shops very close (a Tesco Express, a CoOp, a bakers and a chemist). A bigger ASDA and a big Sainsburys are a short car ride away. There is a bus that goes into Torquay or a short car ride. There are many things to do and see in the surrounding area. Just be aware that the spiral staircase takes a little getting used to and that there is a short walk from the car park. Martin and Kim and family were very welcoming and very helpful. In particular, they kindly did some research for us and found lots of restuarants and cafes providing gluten free food.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alisha A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

This was our first family trip since Covid. The house is beautiful, clean and spacious. Location is perfect for getting around Torquay and outside areas. Martin has been brilliant throughout, excellent comms and very welcoming, We will definitely be back, we’ve had a wonderful trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hannah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Break!

First trip away post-Covid with 3 generations of the family - we were greeted at the Threshing Barn by Martin and quickly settled in! The Barn is clean and spacious and very well equipped. We enjoyed lazy evenings in the Old Orchard with a G&T and ventured out during the day. All in all, super easy from end to end and a really lovely week had by all. Thank you Martin & Kim! Xxx
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Antonietta F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place definitely go again.

Amazing place close to everything definitely recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Fiona P., Aylesbury, Bucks

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A fantastic property !

Pilgrims Rest Holiday Cottages are a fantastic choice for a welcoming and relaxing holiday. The hosts were great, making us feel right at home and leaving us a wonderful welcome pack of goodies. The Threshing Barn is cosy and spacious, comfortable and has everything you could need, and the garden is perfect for soaking up some seaside sun. The location means that you are close to local shops and a short hop into town. There are so many beautiful beaches to visit and options galore for a day out. We would highly recommend this property !
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Stay in Torbay

Just arrived home from a very relaxing stay at Pilgrims Rest in Barton. We stayed, with friends, in the Threshing Barn and would thoroughly recommend as it is spacious and has everything you could possibly need. The accommodation itself is well kept, clean, cosy and comfortable; importantly in these times it also feels safe. The communication with our host, Martin, was both friendly and informative from first making an enquiry, right through booking, arrival and departure. Pilgrims rest is ideally situated in that it has local shops a quick walk away, close to a bus route, is within minutes drive of all the attractions that this part of Devon has to offer but far enough out of town to be able to enjoy the peace and quiet of the location. There are welcome folders with lots of ideas for activities and local walks. The walk to Babbacombe model village via the coast path followed up with lunch at Three Degrees West on Oddicombe Beach was a firm favourite. We will definitely be returning soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property , great location

The property is beautiful, well kept and well looked after. The spiral staircase could be a bit of a challenge as you get older( just a small warning regarding that) . The owner is very helpful and really goes out of his way to make your stay a good one. Lots to see and do in the area.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Clive P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very good holiday.

Lovely place to stay. Lots to do in locality. Great owners
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karena F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Next time 2 weeks!

We travelled as an extended family of 8, 4 adults and 4 children under the age of 8, and 1 friendly dog. We have family who live in and around the area so for us the location was spot on. Lots to see and do locally, many wonderful beaches and rivers just a short drive away and then you have beautiful Dartmoor too. Thankfully many cafes, tea rooms and takeaways were open with plenty of ice cream vans dotted around. The accommodation itself is well kitted out with absolutely everything we needed for our stay, if you’re stuck for ideas the owner has an impressive folder full of suggestions for family days out, pubs and restaurants. The kids absolutely loved playing in the pretty garden, we didn’t make use of the bbq this time but can’t wait to come back, for much longer next time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gordon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superb..just superb.

Great property in a lovely setting. The host was so helpful and accomodating. Lovely people, lovely house and a very memorable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

The cottage was perfect in every way. Clean, large, good location, good host
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

stephen e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway.

Great fun even though weather was bad, would definitely stay again, many thanks!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tracey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

A fabulous week

Met by Martin on arrival .. explained everything in detail always on hand if needed . Lovely arrival gifts .. shops literally 3 min walk with everything you could need and want Lovely place spotless clean home from home .. Very spacious .. lovely comfy beds and very peaceful Nice safe gated gardens for our little dogs Would highly recommend ... lots of information on places to visit The round Robin was amazing and Dartmouth is just beautiful Renting this property was made easy by Martin ... answered any questions immediately ... and being only next door was great.. fixed the tv within minutes...lovely host
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

About the host

Hosted by Martin Brook

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We are Saltwater Escapes, a family run business offering beautiful holiday cottages and apartments across South Devon. 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.

We love partnering with holiday owners in this hidden gem of the UK. Pilgrims Rest Cottages is a fantastic example of this. Proud owners Martin and Kim restored the cottages and have been welcoming guests since 2009. Since then they've picked up multiple awards but still have the same passion and drive to deliver an exceptional guest experience. We are delighted to bring these 3 fabulous cottages to VRBO and add them to the Saltwater Escapes collection.

Why they chose this property

*THRESHING BARN - SLEEPS 8 PEOPLE + INFANT, DOG FRIENDLY*

Threshing Barn is one of three award winning barns at Pilgrims Rest. This magnificent 4-bedroom barn is brimming with quality and has been designed for comfort and flexibility, comfortably accommodating up to 8 adults plus infants.

At the heart of this barn is the large downstairs level where space and comfort abound. Featuring a large open plan kitchen/dining area, and a beautifully finished lounge, the warm colour schemes and wonderful exposed oak creates the perfect setting for relaxed family get togethers or special occasions.

Upstairs there are 4 bedrooms (two super-king, one king and twin beds) and 2 bathrooms. A further downstairs shower room means there's no queuing in the mornings!

Please note that upstairs is accessed via a spiral stair case, with stair gates at both the top and bottom. The stairs may be challenging for those with mobility issues. For any questions or concerns around accessibility, please don't hesitate to contact us.

​Threshing Barn makes the perfect choice for families and friends holidaying together and has been described by past guests as “cosy, spacious, well-equipped and peaceful”.

What makes this property unique

Rated by English Heritage of National Importance, these cottages are the only ones of their type found within Torquay. Dating back to the 15th century with links to the Spanish Armada and the Prince of Orange, now loving restored with historical roots but filled with modern day luxuries. To stay in such a place, yet have access to excellent local shops within a stroll, beaches, countryside and all that Torquay and surrounding villages offer, is brilliant.

Languages:

English