About this property
Clarence Grey House is a Victorian villa settled amidst the conservation streets of Torquay, Devon. Sporting glorious sash windows and architectural ceiling roses, whilst being within easy reach of Devon's attractions and stunning beaches, Clarence Grey House is the perfect setting for a family of eight's coastal break. With parking for four cars, you can arrive and be unpacked in a jiffy, before admiring the property's gorgeous entrance hall, where a baby grand piano takes centre stage. Make your way to the sitting room, an exquisitely decorated space offering three cushioned sofas, an electric fire and TV with FreeSat; perfect for relaxing in. Continue to the kitchen, a space enjoying wooden fittings and is well-equipped with everything you require for a self-catering holiday, including an impressive AGA range cooker. When the foodie of the group has whipped up a culinary delight, enjoy it in the formal dining room as you plan your holiday itinerary. Head up the carpeted l-shaped staircase to find a well-fitted cloakroom and a bathroom, both of which are perfect for avoiding those morning queues! Move across the first floor to discover four lofty bedrooms with high ceilings and sash windows, with two of these featuring king-size beds, another offering twin beds with access to an en-suite shower room, and last but not least, a super-king-size bedroom boasting zip/linked beds; all of the bedrooms offer plenty of storage for your luggage. Make the most of the sub tropical garden, where alfresco dining can be enjoyed on the terrace under the palms. Spend some time exploring Torquay, a coastal town which not only boasts a wealth of eateries and well-stocked shops, but is home to a fantastic selection of attractions, including its harbour, where the Princess Theatre, The Real Crime Museum and Torquay's Dinosaur World are bound to keep you entertained. Enjoy a day packed with sun and sand on Torquay Beach or Meadfoot Beach, before exploring the fascinating sights of Kents Cavern Prehisotric Caves and the renowned Torre Abbey; alternatively, you can hike along the coast and enjoy the coastal views from Thatcher Point. Spend the day in Babbacombe, where another delightsome beach can be found, as well as access to Torquay Golf Course, along with the famed attractions of Babbacombe Model Village and Bygones. The fantastic destinations of Paignton, Brixham and Dartmoor National Park also aren't far, providing even more to do. Enjoy a sumptuous stay at Clarence Grey House.
The renowned coastal town of Torquay in South Devon has been luring in visitors for the better part of 200 years, thanks to its sandy beaches, piers, palm palms, and a plethora of activities. Torquay has many of attractions for both families and couples, including a plethora of children's activities regardless of the weather, as well as seaside walks, restaurants, and nightlife. Torquay may be as relaxing or as energetic as you want it to be, and it will undoubtedly entice you to return.
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request), 2 x king-size, 1 x twin with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Bathroom with bath, basin and WC.
Ground-floor shower room/utility with walk-in shower.
First-floor cloakroom with basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Kitchen.
Dining room.
Sitting room.
Entrance hall with dining area and open fire
Central heating with electric fires.
AGA range with oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
TV with FreeSat, baby grand piano, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Parking for 4 cars.
Garden with terrace, lawn, swing and furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.7 miles, beach 1.2 miles.
Note: This property has a 4pm check in time
Reviews (4)
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Bridget
It was extremely disappointing. On opening the front door and seeing the place for the first time I really didnât know if I actually could bear to stay there for a whole week. Putting new geraniums in pots outside was no answer to making the rooms fresh and clean and clearing out all the clutter. The big bedroom on the right was so very dirty that no one would sleep in it. We found cloth and huge dust balls under the bed. It was disgraceful. The pillows and under sheet were not clean in the other two bedrooms. Only one bedroom on the right was of a decent standard. The carpets were so grubby and not suitable for my 9 month granddaughter to crawl on. The kitchen was haphazard and badly equipped. We had to take a door off the kitchen cupboard on the first night as it was loose and dangerous. The whole place was fusty and grubby. It was actually creepy to be there. The patio was unswept. The list goes on. As I had been in touch with Sykes before about the state of the house and been reassured that it would be deep cleaned I was hugely disappointed to find such an unbelievably dirty place. I expected some refund. I also recommend that you take this property off your books as it doesnât reflect well on your company to have such a substandard property on your books. I shall email photos.
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Debbie
Spaces for a large party to gather but also spaces to be apart and quiet. Well placed to walk down to the town (rather an uphill return!) But overall house a but shabby: cobwebs, curtains not fully on rails, one toilet not flushing properly, one toilet seat cracked, kitchen not well equipped (we had to buy kitchen and toilet cleaner, bin bags, washing up liquid and dishwasher tabs, as well as a frying pan big enough for our party)
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Richard
It would helpful if instructions could be provided for rubbish and recycling disposal - there was none - only a single small bin with no further bags etc. More towels would be appreciated. Otherwise a lovely property in a very convenient location.