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Experience the charm of 5 Torwood Gables, a chic duplex apartment in a historic school building. Unwind in the living room with Freeview TV and Playstation 3 or explore nearby attractions like Living Coasts and Torquay Harbour. With private parking, small patio, and garden furniture you can easily relax outdoors.

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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About this property

A chic, duplex apartment forming part of an old school building.

  • A chic, duplex apartment forming part of an old school building.. Ground Floor:

    Living room/kitchen: Freeview TV, CD Player, Playstation 3, Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Fridge, Washer Dryer

    First Floor:

    Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

    Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair. Small patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. 5 Torwood Gables is a one bedroom, stone built, duplex apartment converted from a former school.



    Internally, the apartment retains many original features and windows and has been refurbished to a high contemporary standard including solid wood flooring in the living area and ceramic tiles in the kitchen and bathroom with fitted carpet on the stairs and upstairs. Added touches such as antique style lighting in most rooms help to preserve the original style of property.



    The property is in a peaceful location yet offers easy access to Torquay Harbour, with its restaurants, cafés and shops, the Princess Theatre, and the popular Fleet Walk Shopping Centre. You will find numerous restaurants and bars on Torwood Street and around the inner harbour is just a 1-minute walk away on Parkhill Road. Living Coasts, Torquays coastal zoo, is also just a 2-minute walk away.



    The beaches at Torre Abbey Sands and Meadfoot are both within walking distance, as is the Torquay stretch of the South West Coastal Path, which leads to Shaldon. Other nearby attractions are Babbacombe Model Village, Kents Cavern and Bygones.



    For larger parties, this property can be booked with the neighbouring properties at Torwood Gables to accommodate up to 22 guests.

    Free WiFi



    Only dogs allowed at the property.

    Suitable for up to 1 pet

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Entertainment

  • CD player
  • Video game console

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Located by the ocean, this cottage is in Torquay City Centre, a neighborhood in Torquay. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Princess Theatre, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Paignton Beach and Devon Cliffs Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Torquays Dinosaur World and Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens. Visit our Torquay travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A waterfront with a large Ferris wheel, a bridge, and buildings along the shore.
    Torquay Marina
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A bridge with people walking, a marina with boats, and buildings in the background.
    Inner Harbour
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A large auditorium with red seats, wooden paneling, and a curved stage.
    Princess Theatre
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • A coastal beach with a stone staircase, clear water, and distant rocky outcrops.
    Meadfoot Beach
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • A beach with a Princess Theatre and a Ferris wheel in the background.
    Torre Abbey Sands
    15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Torre Station
    9 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    49 min drive

Restaurants

  • Offshore Bar and Restaurant
    6 min walk
  • Apple & Parrot
    3 min walk
  • Vaughans
    5 min walk
  • The Clock Tower
    3 min walk
  • Amici
    3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A chic, duplex apartment forming part of an old school building. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A chic, duplex apartment forming part of an old school building.?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A chic, duplex apartment forming part of an old school building.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A chic, duplex apartment forming part of an old school building. located?

This family-friendly Torquay cottage is located by the ocean, within a 10-minute walk of Torquays Dinosaur World and Princess Theatre. Inner Harbour and Torquay Marina are also within 5 minutes. Torquay Station is 24 minutes by foot.

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