8 Torwood Gables - 313
About the home
8 Torwood Gables is a 3 bedroom mid-terraced stone built house that is one of a number of properties converted from a former school building in Meadfoot Lane, Torquay.
The house still has original wooden beams and windows and has recently been completely refurbished to a high standard, with luxury fittings and contemporary furnishings. It has a solid wood flooring in living area, ceramic tiles in kitchen and bathroom and fitted carpet on the stairs and in the bedrooms.
The location is quiet, yet is a few minutes walk down the hill to the town centre and harbour where you will find The Princess Theatre, and the pleasant waterfront walks along the marina. The popular Fleet Walk Shopping Centre is also close by.
You will find numerous restaurants and bars on Torwood Street and around the inner harbour plus upmarket restaurant, The Orange Tree, is just a 1 minute walk away in Parkhill Road. Living Coasts, Torquays coastal zoo, is another 2-minute walk.
Torre Abbey Sands and Meadfoot beach are within walking distance, as is the Torquay stretch of the South West coast path. The medieval Torre Abbey is around 5 minutes walk away and other nearby attractions such as the Babbacombe Model Village, Kents Cavern and Bygones are a short drive away.
Torwood Gables benefits from on-site parking.
Please Note: This property does not accept short breaks, has a Saturday only change over and is excluded from all special offers and late availability discounts.
A 3 bedroom apartment in a converted school, sleeps 6 (3 doubles).
Luxury fittings and contemporary furnishings.
Close to the town centre and harbour.
Peaceful location.
Allocated parking.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 6, 3 bedrooms |
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| Will consider: | Corporate lets Long lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car advised |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Unsuitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | May take pets - please enquire No smoking at this property |
Facilities
| Rooms: | 3 Bedrooms, 1 family bathroom |
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| Other: | Linen and towels provided |
| Access: | Parking space |
Further details indoors:
Living space:
o Furnished with a two seater and a three seater cream leather sofa with foot stool and 2 sustainable pine coffee tables.
o Sony flatscreen TV with Freeview and Playstation 3 incorporating DVD and CD player.
o A selection of board games, CDs, DVDs and games.
Dining area:
Kitchen
o Open plan kitchen/diner with modern units incorporating a range style cooker with electric oven and separate grill, 5 ring halogen hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washing machine.
o Full utensils and accessories including a microwave, kettle, toaster and cafetiere.
Dining
o A contemporary glass topped dining table with brown leather legs and 6 matching chairs.
Sleeping arrangements:
Bedroom one
o Situated on the first floor.
o Furnished with double bed, built-in shelving and wardrobes.
Bedroom two
o Situated on the first floor
o Furnished with double bed, built-in shelving and wardrobes.
Bedroom three
o Situated on the top floor
o Furnished with double bed, built-in drawers and wardrobes.
Bathrooms:
o White bathroom suite comprising a bath with electric shower over, wash basin, w.c., mirror, shaver point, storage and heated towel rail.
Further details outdoors:
o Small courtyard to the rear of the property.
o Furnished with patio tables and 2 chairs.
o Allocated parking for one car.
o 2 steps from road to entrance and 2 steps into rear courtyard.
o Close to Torquay town and harbour.
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Enquire nowThe West Country / Devon region
With lush rolling hills, green lanes and golden beaches, it is easy to see why Devon is such a popular holiday destination. Whether you want to soak up its stunning scenery, try one of its many activities or indulge in some fabulous food, Devon is an ideal destination for a truly memorable self catering holiday.
In September South Devon hosts a walking festival with a wide variety of activities taking place. For more information on the festival please see http://www.southdevonwalkingfestival.co.uk/.
The Torquay area
The heart of the town is the harbour which is lined with cafes, bars and restaurants; a great place to watch the world go by. From here, take a pleasant stroll along the marina with the area’s trademark palm trees, or hop on a boat for a cruise across the bay or round to Dartmouth. The Living Coasts, The Princess Theatre and Pavilion shops are also located here. Torquay is rich in Victorian architecture and identity as the country’s first ‘resort’.
Torquay is host to many more attractions, including Babbacombe Model Village, Kents Cavern, Torquay Museum. Or take a trip back through time to Cockington Village where thatched roofs prevail and watch a blacksmith working in the 14th Century forge.
Those looking for a beach will not be disappointed either. Torquay is the ‘sandcastle capital of the UK’ offering the ideal mix of sand and water, according to research conducted by Bournemouth University. With five Torquay beaches currently holding Blue Flag Awards for cleanliness and quality, you really are spoilt for choice.
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Activities near Torquay
Tennis in town
Watersports
Waterpark
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Beach or lakeside relaxation
Good nightlife
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 6 | ||||||
| Period | From![]() | To![]() | Weekly![]() | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
| Weekday | Weekend | |||||
| 1 Sep 12 | 29 Sep 12 | £ 559 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
| 29 Sep 12 | 27 Oct 12 | £ 499 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
| 27 Oct 12 | 3 Nov 12 | £ 559 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
| 3 Nov 12 | 22 Dec 12 | £ 419 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
| 22 Dec 12 | 5 Jan 13 | £ 749 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
| 5 Jan 13 | 16 Feb 13 | £ 389 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
| 16 Feb 13 | 23 Feb 13 | £ 439 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
| 23 Feb 13 | 23 Mar 13 | £ 409 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
| 23 Mar 13 | 13 Apr 13 | £ 629 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
| 13 Apr 13 | 25 May 13 | £ 539 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
| 25 May 13 | 1 Jun 13 | £ 899 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 1 Jun 13 | 29 Jun 13 | £ 669 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
| 29 Jun 13 | 20 Jul 13 | £ 779 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
| 20 Jul 13 | 27 Jul 13 | £ 989 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 27 Jul 13 | 31 Aug 13 | £ 1059 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 31 Aug 13 | 14 Sep 13 | £ 609 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
| 14 Sep 13 | 28 Sep 13 | £ 589 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
| 28 Sep 13 | 19 Oct 13 | £ 519 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
| 19 Oct 13 | 26 Oct 13 | £ 539 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
| 26 Oct 13 | 2 Nov 13 | £ 589 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
| 2 Nov 13 | 21 Dec 13 | £ 419 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
| 21 Dec 13 | 4 Jan 14 | £ 779 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
- A deposit of 1/3 of the total price is required to secure a property. The remaining balance is then due six weeks before arrival.
- For bookings arriving within 6 weeks, payment must be made in full by debit or credit card.
- Credit card payments will incur a 2.95% service charge.
- Only Saturday to Saturday bookings are accepted in July and August.
- Short breaks (min. 3 nights) are accepted at all other times of the year.
- Each booking also incurs a non-refundable booking fee of £35.
- All our properties are non-smoking, though smoking is permitted in outside areas.
- Properties in Dartmouth and Kingswear incur a 10% premium for stays over Dartmouth Regatta week. Properties in Fowey incur a 10% premium for stays over Fowey Regatta and Carnival week. Properties in Bude incur a 10% premium for stays over the Bude Jazz Festival.
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Availability notes:
- A deposit of 1/3 of the total price is required to secure a property. The balance is due six weeks before arrival.
- For bookings arriving within 6 weeks, payment must be made in full by debit or credit card.
- Only weekly (or multiples of) bookings are accepted in July and August. The changeover date is Saturday unless otherwise stated.
- Short breaks (min. 3 nights) are accepted at other times of the year unless otherwise stated.
- A non-refundable £19.50 booking fee is applicable to all bookings.
- All properties are non-smoking.
- Pets are accepted in certain properties where stated.
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