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Clarence Grey House

Torquay, Devon (Ref. 1095443)

2.9

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  • 8 Guests

  • 4 Bedrooms

  • 3 Bathrooms

  • Pets No

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Features

  • Off road parking
  • Garden / Patio
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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4 Customer Review(s)

  • Bridget

    “Having been assured that the house would be deep cleaned before our stay I was horrified by the state of the place.”

    It was extremely disappointing. On opening the front door and seeing the place for the first time I really didn’t 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 ...

    It was extremely disappointing. On opening the front door and seeing the place for the first time I really didn’t 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 doesn’t reflect well on your company to have such a substandard property on your books. I shall email photos.

    - Bridget, May 2024

Summary

  • 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 inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. 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

The property

Clarence Grey House is a grand Victorian villa nestled among Torquay's conservation streets in Devon.

Clarence Grey House is the ideal location for a family of eight's seaside break, boasting gorgeous sash windows and architectural ceiling roses throughout, whilst being within easy reach of Devon's activities and beautiful beaches.

With four parking spaces, you can arrive and unload quickly before appreciating the property's stunning entrance hall, where a baby grand piano gives the space a classical touch.

Progress to the sitting room, which features three plush sofas, an electric fire, and a TV with FreeSat, making it ideal for unwinding.

Continue to the kitchen, which contains wooden cabinetry and is amply equipped with everything you'll need for a self-catering stay, including an excellent AGA range cooker.

Enjoy a culinary feast prepared by the group's designated chef in the formal dining room; why not open a bottle of wine and make a toast to this marvellous break?

The shower room/utility can be found close by and is a convenient spot, thanks to both its walk-in shower and washing machine.

Climb the carpeted l-shaped staircase and you'll discover a well-equipped cloakroom and a bathroom, both ideal for preventing morning queues!

Progress across the first floor to find four wonderfully furnished bedrooms, two of which have king-size beds, one of which has twin beds with access to an en-suite shower room, and the last room comprising a super-king-size bedroom with zip/linked beds; all of the bedrooms have ample storage.

Take advantage of the property's charming garden, where you can tuck into an alfresco meal on the terrace while the children play on the swing.

Spend some time in Torquay, a seaside town with a plethora of eateries and well-stocked stores, as well as a superb array of attractions, like the Princess Theatre, The Real Crime Museum, and Torquay's Dinosaur World, all of which rest by the harbour.

Enjoy a day of sun and sand on Torquay Beach or Meadfoot Beach before visiting the interesting Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves and the famed Torre Abbey; alternatively, stroll down the coast to Thatcher Point and take in the coastal scenery.

Spend the day at Babbacombe, where you'll find another lovely beach, along with access to Torquay Golf Course and the famous Babbacombe Model Village and Bygones attractions.

Paignton, Brixham, and Dartmoor National Park are all within easy driving distance, giving you even more options for your excursions.

Choose Clarence Grey House for your next Devon adventure.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

TORQUAY

Paignton 3.6 miles; Brixham 8.5 miles; Dartmoor 17 miles.

Famous for its sandy beaches, promenades, palm trees and plentiful attractions, the popular seaside town of Torquay in South Devon has been welcoming visitors for the best part of 200 years. Torquay holds many delights for both families and couples, from an abundance of children’s activities whatever the weather, to coastal walks, restaurants and nightlife. Local attractions await at Cockington village and craft centre, Torre Abbey, Kents Cavern. Enjoy the wealth of sea life on a boat trip across the Bay to Paignton, Brixham or Dartmouth – and even more exotic animals can be found at Paignton Zoo. Torquay is at the heart of the English Riviera, a UNESCO Global Geopark. Take the Dartmouth Steam Railway and enjoy a boat ride up the River Dart. Explore Greenway the home of Torquay’s world famous crime writer - Agatha Christie. A stay in Torquay can be as relaxed or as active as you choose and is certain to inspire you to visit again.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Off-season
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