Guests say
Harbour Bay is a modern and well-presented apartment in Torquay, praised for its cleanliness, stylish decor, and proximity to the harbour. Guests appreciate the thoughtful welcome touches and the helpfulness of the owner. While parking can be challenging and there are steps to the property, its location and high standard of accommodation make it a recommended stay.
Guests consistently describe the apartment as spotlessly clean, ultra clean, and very clean, indicating a high standard of cleanliness throughout the property.
The location is highly regarded for its proximity to the beach, shops, and harbour, although some guests note the challenging steps and steep access, which may not suit everyone.
The apartment is frequently described as comfortable, with spacious rooms and modern furnishings. However, some guests mention noise from the property above and the steps to access the apartment as detractors from overall comfort.
Facilities are generally praised for being modern and well-equipped. However, there are comments about the parking space being tight for larger vehicles and the lack of a grassed area for dogs, which affects the score.
Many reviews mention welcome gifts such as wine, cereals, and dog treats, which guests found delightful. It should be noted that while these gestures are appreciated, they are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Recently built on the grounds of a former Victorian villa, is this luxury, contemporary-style apartment, Harbour Bay. Situated below the owner's home and just 500 metres from the harbourside, in the enviable location of Torquay, on South Devon's English Riviera coastline, this property is ideal for a family or couple looking for a luxurious coastal retreat. Thoughtfully designed to an extremely high standard, with modern furnishings and a sleek white decor, The Bay is accessed via a set of landscaped steps down from your off-road parking space, where you will find a small enclosed garden with seating area. Heading inside, you will be met with a spacious living/dining room, with stunning white-tiled flooring and a large L-shaped sofa with a splash of sea greens and blues, as well as a dining table with seating for four, the perfect place to gather together for family meals and to plan your activities for the duration of your stay. The kitchen is equally as impressive, with sublime granite worktops, a carved granite sink, a stunning 5-ring gas Miele Range cooker and a host of other appliances and amenities to enable you to cook delicious meals, with a dishwasher and washing machine included for your convenience. The apartment has two bright and spacious bedrooms; a king-size bed (zip/link) and a double. The stylish bathroom completes the layout, with generous walk in shower, wide sink and porcelain tiles to give it that extra touch of luxury. Harbour Bay is in an enviable location, with the beach and Victoria Harbour just a few minutes' walk away, boasting a huge selection of restaurants if you wish to dine by the sea, as well as pubs, takeaways, shops, a bowling alley and cinema for some family-friendly fun. From here, there are numerous beaches and coves to spend an afternoon at, along with attractions such as Torquay Museum, Agatha Christie Gallery, Dinosaur World and Living Coasts, where you can enjoy close-up experiences with many different animals and insightful talks. Walkers and cyclists can join the South West Coast Path in either direction; head north along the affectionately-known English Riviera towards Babbacombe and its fascinating model village, along with Torquay Golf Course and Kents Cavern, a fascinating series of prehistoric caves, while a venture south brings you to Paignton, with its stunning beach and pier and world-famous zoo, along with the fishing village of Brixham, with its own harbour and the Berry Head National Nature Reserve, offering scenic nature trails, lots of wildlife to discover and a lighthouse. If time is of the essence, simply board a ferry at Torquay Harbour, which will take you to Paignton and Brixham with ease. Harbour Bay is a fantastic property to base your next holiday in the South of Devon.
Torquay is a famous seaside resort in South Devon, known for its sandy beaches, piers, palm trees and plentiful attractions, and has been attracting visitors for nearly 200 years. Torquay has an abundance of children’s activities, suitable whatever the weather, along with coastal walks and a selection of restaurants and nightlife for adults. There are a number of tourist attractions to visit, inclduing the Torquay Museum, Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves and the Torquay Golf Course for day trips, as well as a large harbour and lovely sandy beaches, all within easy reach. Take a wonderful walk along the clifftops to blow away any cobwebs and enjoy the far-reaching seascapes, or stroll beside the harbour and watch the boats drift in and out of the bay. Visitors can catch a boat to Brixham or Paignton, try sea angling or a range of water-based activities, discover the history of the area at medieval Torre Abbey or head to the world-famous Paignton Zoo to come face-to-face with elephants and meerkats. From quiet romantic days by the sea to fun-filled family time together, a stay in Torquay can be as relaxed or as active as you choose.
Accommodation
Ground floor apartment.
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size (zip/link) and 1 x double.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Kitchen.
Living/dining room
Gas central heating.
5-ring Miele gas Range cooker, electric oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for one small car, alternative parking can be arranged with the owner.
Enclosed patio area with seating.
One small well behaved pet welcome.
Sorry no smoking.
Shop 0.2 miles, Pub 0.1 miles, Beach 0.3 miles.
Torquay harbour is 500m from this property.
Note: There are landscaped steps down to the property from parking space, not suitable for those with walking difficulties
Nearby points of interest
- Torquay Museum
- Babbacombe Model Village
- Golden Hinde
- House of Marbles
- Shaldon Beach
- Blackpool Sands
- Dartmouth Castle
- Powderham Castle
Reviews (25)
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Nicola
It was perfectly situated to have a wonder down to the harbour in the evening for food and plenty around the bay to entertain the kids. Itâs within walking distance to Meadfoot beach which was brilliant for paddle boarding with the kids. The apartment was immaculate and really nicely presented. Our car didnât fit into the off road parking space, but no problem as there was a fab little car park so close that we bought a pass for the week which enabled us to park at all the council owned car parks in Torbay. I would definitely recommend Harbour Bay and would absolutely stay here again. Thanks so much!
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Paul
We would have given it 5 stars other than two key points. 1. Dog-friendliness. There's no easy place for toileting and the outdoor seating area isn't fully enclosed so the dog can't be off the lead outside unless being watched. 2. Noise from upstairs. TV, music, and especially footsteps from the house above are clearly heard in this apartment, for example when they get up early for work. It's a pity the builders didn't add a floating floor and proper acoustic dampening when this apartment was built as it's a lot of work to fix now.
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Linda
Almost brand new, ultra modern kitchen with high end appliances, the flat is light, bright and tastefully decorated throughout. Parking is on site, a bonus! The owners are friendly and helpful. Highly recommended, we would definitely return if back in Torquay!!