Mount Braddon

About this property

Perched in the popular coastal town of Torquay, Devon, is this stunning Grade II listed Georgian villa, Mount Braddon. Once owned by the former Victorian Prime Minister, Benjamin Disraeli, and enjoying a fantastic location just moments away from the beach and local amenities, Mount Braddon is a superb choice for those seeking a unique escape in Devon. The property benefits from five off-road parking spaces, an EV charging point, and extensive grounds and gardens, which feature furniture and a barbecue, perfect for alfresco dining. Enter into the grand entrance hall, with feature fireplace, tall windows and a sweeping staircase, and continue through to the spacious and fully-equipped kitchen/diner, where you can look forward to conjuring up your best dishes, ready to savour at the breakfast table for six, or enjoy a more formal affair in the dining room which can seat 12.

After dinner, you have the choice of three different relaxation spaces, an inviting sitting room with plush seating and a TV, a conservatory to relax in, board games and DVDs available, or the home gym/cinema. Completing the ground floor is a handy utility and cloakroom. Follow the staircase up to the first floor, where you’ll find three beautifully appointed bedrooms, a master double with walk-in dressing room, TV and en-suite bathroom, and two further doubles, one with TV, and en-suite shower rooms. There is also an additional utility and a study on this floor. On the second floor, you’ll find four further bedrooms, three doubles, two with TV and one with en-suite shower room, along with a twin with TV, perfect for the little ones!

Explore the town, where you can enjoy leisurely strolls around the marina, a cocktail or two at Soho Cocktail Bar, fine dining at the Michelin Star restaurants of Orange Tree and Elephant, embark on a boat tour where you can catch a glimpse of the local marine life, spend a day on the beach, or explore Torre Abbey. Continue onto Paignton, where you can spend a fun-filled day with loved ones at the Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, enjoy family-friendly entertainment along the bustling Paignton Pier, hook your catch of the day along Goodrington Pier, or enjoy beachcombe the golden sands of Paignton Beach.

Further afield, you can enjoy the delights of Dartmouth, home to the Dartmouth Museum, Dartmouth Castle, Rockfish, Bayard’s Cove Fort, and within easy reach of the Blue Flag Beach of Blackpool Sands. Treat your loved ones to a holiday they’ll never forget at Mount Braddon.

Torquay, a prominent seaside town in South Devon, has been drawing tourists for over two centuries due to its sandy beaches, piers, palm palms, and plenty of attractions. Couples and families alike will find Torquay's plethora of seaside walks, restaurants, and nightlife, as well as its year-round roster of indoor and outdoor activities, to be irresistible. Cockington is home to the ancient Cockington Court and a craft centre with glassblowing, and visitors can take a boat over to Brixham or Paignton to see a plethora of marine life. The Dartmouth Steam Railway and River Boats, the River Dart, and the English Riviera (a unesco Global Geopark) are all within easy driving distance. Torquay is the kind of place where you may choose to do as little or as much as you choose during your stay, and either way, you'll want to come back.

Accommodation

Over three floors.

Seven bedrooms: 1 x double with walk-in dressing room, TV, and en-suite bath, handheld shower, walk-in shower, basin, and WC, 1 x double with TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC, 1 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC, 1 x second-floor double with TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC, 1 x second-floor double with TV, 1 x second-floor double, 1 x second-floor twin with TV.

Second-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Cloakroom with basin and WC.

Kitchen/diner.

Utility.

First-floor utility.

Dining room.

Sitting room.

Conservatory/games room.

Gym.

Study

Central heating.

Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, 2 x American fridge/freezer, 2 x washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, coffee machine.

7 x TVs, WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

2 x cots & highchairs available.

Board games and DVDs available.

Off-road parking for 5 cars with EV charging point availabel by prior arrangement.

Extensive garden and grounds with patio, furniture, lawn and barbecue.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.2 miles, beach 1 mile.