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Orestone Manor in Torquay

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About This Property

Orestone Manor Hotel, Rock House Lane, Maidencombe, Torquay

Historic Lyme Bay manor with 2AA Rosette dining and private hot tubs

Key details

Dining

The on-site restaurant holds 2AA Rosettes for fine dining, using locally sourced Devonshire produce. Guests can order a traditional English menu with a European twist, or opt for a daily-changing three-course dinner. Afternoon tea with finger sandwiches, scones, and clotted cream is served in the conservatory overlooking the sea.

Rooms

Each room is individually decorated with distinct themes, including the Horsley Suite with a private terrace and Jacuzzi. The Garden Room 1 offers a four-poster bed, a private patio, and a hot tub with views over Lyme Bay. Deluxe double rooms feature sea views, super-king beds, and en suites with roll-top baths and walk-in showers.

Location & Grounds

Orestone Manor sits directly overlooking Lyme Bay in Maidencombe, 4 miles from Torquay. The hotel grounds include an outdoor hot tub, a sun terrace with sea views, and award-winning landscaped gardens. Maidencombe Beach is a 15-minute walk via the coastal path, and Paignton Zoo with over 2,000 animals is within 10 minutes by car.

Amenities & Special Touches

The property provides an electric vehicle charging station for guest cars and free private parking. Four-legged guests are welcome, with dog-friendly rooms and direct access to coastal walking paths. For celebrations, the hotel offers personalised touches such as birthday plates from the kitchen and champagne in the hot tub suite.

Relaxation & Leisure

Guests can unwind in the lounge areas with leather chesterfields and a log fire, or on the outdoor terrace with garden and sea views. The coach house suites include private hot tubs set in courtyard gardens. Board games and puzzles are available for quiet evenings in the communal spaces.

Must-do experiences

  • Stroll through Torre Abbey's gardens for historic beauty.
  • Savor a cream tea at The Model Village café-truly delightful!
  • Visit Kents Cavern for a fascinating prehistoric adventure.
  • Explore the vibrant Torquay Market on Wednesdays for local crafts.
  • Take a scenic ferry to Brixham for stunning coastal views.
Orestone Manor Torquay Room photo
“The room was spacious,clean and comfortable with a large bathroom.”
GBElinafrom United Kingdom
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“Room 15 - on two floors, spacious, exceptionally well furnished to a high standard and a beautiful hot tub.”
GBJefffrom United Kingdom
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“Dinner at the restaurant was out of this world and akin to any top end restaurant we have visited in the UK.”
GBSusan Pfrom United Kingdom
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“Beautiful views,great location,stunning rooms and decor.”
GBScottfrom United Kingdom
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8.6/10
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Guests were satisfied with their stay and would gladly return.

Highlights from guests

“Dinner was exceptional, beautifully presented, and bursting with flavor. Breakfast offered generous, freshly prepared choices.”
Oliver from United Kingdom
“The suite was opulent, decorated beautifully, and offered a stunning sea view with luxurious bathroom amenities.”
Chloe from France
“A spacious car park was available, and we appreciated the charging point for our electric vehicle.”
Mark from Canada
“The bathroom was a good size, fabulously decorated with a Chinese theme, and very well appointed.”
Isabelle from Australia

Most popular facilities

at Orestone Manor
Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
Food/ Drinks
Laundry

Rooms

Horsley Suite5 photos

Horsley Suite

  • 9 m²
  • 1 Double bed
HeatingShower

Offering free toiletries, this suite includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The suite offers a wardrobe, an electric kettle, heating and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit offers 1 bed.

Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

  • 9 m²
  • 1 Double bed
HeatingShower

Rooms are 9 square metres. The rooms are on the top floor of the building, with 2 sets of stairs to go up These rooms are not recommended for those with mobility problems. These rooms do not have a view, and are the smallest rooms in the hotel.

Double Room Sea View7 photos

Double Room Sea View

  • 9 m²
  • 1 Double bed
HeatingShower

Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The double room offers a wardrobe, an electric kettle, heating, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, as well as garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Most popular facilities

at Orestone Manor
Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
Food/ Drinks
Laundry

Dining Onsite

Orestone Manor invites guests to indulge in exquisite British cuisine, celebrating the region's rich produce and coastal treasures. From the cozy warmth of the main restaurant to the charming Beach Box Café overlooking the cove, each dining option offers an authentic taste of Devon's culinary landscape paired with stunning views.

Restaurant #1

British
Ambiance
Cozy candlelit environment providing an intimate dining experience.
Key Offerings
Specializes in South Devon beef, Exmoor lamb, and local seafood, with a selection of artisan cheeses and Sharpham Estate wines to complement the meals.
Reservation
Recommended.
Hours vary.

The Beach Box Café

Seaside favorites
Ambiance
A delightful clapboard hut with a terrace offering breathtaking views of the cove.
Key Offerings
Serves seasonal dishes that highlight the freshest local catches and classic seaside delights, perfect for a relaxed meal by the water.
Reservation
Not needed.
Hours vary.

The Conservatory

Breakfast and light meals
Ambiance
Airy space filled with natural light and serene views, ideal for leisurely breakfasts.
Key Offerings
Features a selection of hearty breakfasts and lighter fare, perfect for starting the day with fresh ingredients and local flavors.
Reservation
Not needed.
Breakfast only.
Orestone Manor Hotel, Rock House Lane, Maidencombe, Torquay, United Kingdom
Show on map: ↗
  • TorquayCity centre
    4.5 km
  • “Exeter International” (EXT)Airport
    36.8 km
  • Torre Railway StationTrain station
    3.8 km
  • Torre Train StationTrain station
    3.8 km
  • Nearby
    3.3 km
  • Nearby
    1.4 km

Getting around Torquay

City Centre
City Centre 7 min4.5 km
Airports
Exeter International (EXT) 56 min36.8 km
Train
Torre Railway Station 6 min3.8 km
Torre Train Station 6 min3.8 km
Bus stop
Bus stop 5 min3.3 km
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Property information and rules

Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Parking
Free parking
Internet
Free Wi-Fi
Pets
No pets allowed
Languages spoken
true
Number of floors
0
Number of rooms
151
Formerly known as
The Orestone

Guest Reviews & Ratings

Read what past guests have said about staying at Orestone Manor.

Cleanliness
9.0/10
Comfort
8.9/10
Facilities
8.5/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.2/10
Location
8.7/10
Staff
9.3/10
Value for money
8.4/10

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