Although the classic sitcom Fawlty Towers gave the impression that accommodation in Torquay left much to be desired, this majestic townhouse completely dispels that notion.

Having been renovated in 2022, the design brings together boldly patterned wallpaper, a smattering of antique furnishings, some well-chosen pieces of artwork and tufted furnishings to create an interior that feels traditional but far from stale. The bright blue tiling in the bathroom is rather fetching, too

It must be said that the standout features are found in the garden, which is filled with flowers during the warmer months. As well as offering plenty of seating out on the terrace, there's also a hot tub in which you can pass summer evenings.

If the weather gods are smiling down upon you during your stay, the shingle beach at Anstey's Cove can be reached in under fifteen minutes, while Babbacombe Beach takes ten minutes more than that. The Kent Cavern caves are only eight minutes away on foot, too.


Home truths:
*The home has one allocated car parking space, but further spots can be arranged with prior arrangement
*There are three storeys in the home and no bedrooms on the ground level, so it might not be suitable for guests with reduced mobility
*Guests have access to communal laundry facilities with coin-operated machines
*A cot, high chair and baby bath can be provided upon request
*As well as the private garden, guests also have access to the building's communal grounds and conservatory