Sea Shells

4 Colin Road, Torquay, TQ3 2NR, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.8/10! <small>(score from <b>13</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.9
Scored 9.9
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
13 reviews

Lovely cosy annexe, close to beach & everything. Super clean, lovely decor and everything you need at hand. Thank you for the milk, loo rolls, orange juice, and doggy treats! Great communication with host, would return again.

Faye United Kingdom
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Sea Shells

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  • Entire apartment
  • 323 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Pets allowed
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Bath
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating

Located just 300 metres from Paignton Beach, Sea Shells features accommodation in Torquay with access to a terrace, barbecue facilities, as well as bicycle parking. This apartment provides free private parking and private check-in and check-out. The property is non-smoking and is set 100 metres from Preston Sands Beach. With free WiFi, this 1-bedroom apartment offers a flat-screen TV and a kitchen with an oven and microwave. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area. Hollicombe Beach is less than 1 km from the apartment, while Newton Abbot Racecourse is 15 km from the property. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 44 km from Sea Shells.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Torquay, this property has an excellent location score of 9.8

Free private parking available on-site

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.8
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.8
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  • Faye
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Lovely cosy annexe, close to beach & everything. Super clean, lovely decor and everything you need at hand. Thank you for the milk, loo rolls, orange juice, and doggy treats! Great communication with host, would return again.”
  • Glenn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Home from home space to relax Quite and private Clean with lots of thought for guests activities”
  • Pauline
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Everything was clean and comfortable! Had things like coffee tea and milk plus wine and chocolates! Nice bedding and lovely touches! Lovely place to take your little pooch! Paul the owner even met us at station which was a nice touch!”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Miranda & Paul

9.8
9.8
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Miranda & Paul
Take a break and unwind at Sea Shells near the beach. The apartment has its own private outside area for relaxing in a quiet location a few steps to Preston Beach. Conveniently located within Torbay, a short walk to the seafront & local shops. Paignton town, Harbour, train station and attractions being nearby. Featuring 1 double bedroom, lounge with dining table, tv, kitchen, bathroom, free parking & Wifi. Outside patio and BBQ including an outdoor cold water beach shower.
We both work for the NHS and have a range of interests from sports to mechanics. Please contact us by mobile text or call if you have any queries, concerns or just would like to say hi😁
Located to the rear of the property with its own private access and parking. Only a few steps from the beach and local eateries. Level walk to local shops amenities and attractions including Steam Train, Mainline Train and Bus Stations, Pier, Harbour and Cinema. Paignton Zoo and other attractions nearby. Golf courses, Torbay Hospital, Newton Abbot and Exeter Racecourse's are all within easy distance too. Free onsite parking. There are several carparks in the Bay; weekly passes can be purchased for carparks, alternatively most have contactless payment systems. Level easy access walking along the seafront. Excellent local bus service to access Torbay and beyond. Mainline train station only 15mins walk away.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Sea Shells
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bath or shower
    • Toilet
    • Hairdryer
    • Bath
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Clothes rack
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Iron
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Barbecue
    • BBQ facilities
    • Terrace
    Wellness
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Activities
    • Beach
    Reception services
    • Private check-in/check-out
    Miscellaneous
    • Pet bowls
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Sea Shells takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    Until 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    There is no capacity for cots at this property.

    There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    When travelling with a dog, please note that an extra charge of £20 applies.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Sea Shells

    • Sea Shells can accommodate the following group size:

      • 2 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The prices at Sea Shells may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Yes, Sea Shells is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Sea Shells offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Beach

    • Check-in at Sea Shells is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Sea Shells is 2 miles from the centre of Torquay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Sea Shells has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 1 bedroom

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.