South View in Torquay

Name: South View
Address: 12 Scarborough Road, Torquay, Devon
Price range: US$161+

9.4Perfect

About This Property

12 Scarborough Road, Torquay

4-star adults-only guest house with 9.7 location score in Torquay

Key details

Amenities & Services

South View offers free on-site parking, a rare find in central Torquay. Daily housekeeping keeps guest rooms spotless throughout the stay. The hotel provides ample outdoor furniture for relaxation in the garden area.

Rooms

All seven en-suite rooms feature a walk-in shower and a flat-screen TV. Each room includes complimentary refreshments such as teas, coffee, and chocolates or cookies. Guests access their rooms via a private entrance for added privacy.

Dining

Breakfast is a rotating à la carte menu with fresh selections that change daily. Guests choose from full English, Irish, or other options prepared to order. A time-slot system keeps the dining room relaxed and uncrowded.

Location

The guest house sits 600 metres from Torre Abbey and 900 metres from Torre Abbey Sands Beach. Brixham Harbour and Paignton Green are within easy reach via nearby bus routes. Exeter International Airport is 40 km away, with local bus stops steps from the door.

Guest Experience

The hotel is a small family-run B&B where the host, Jane, provides personalized hospitality. Guests consistently highlight a 9.7 location score based on verified feedback. The property is adults-only, offering a calm environment for couples and leisure travellers.

Must-do experiences

Stroll through Cockington Village for picturesque thatched cottages.
Savor fresh seafood at The Elephant, a Michelin-starred restaurant.
Visit Torre Abbey for stunning gardens and fascinating local history.
Explore Babbacombe Model Village for quirky miniature scenes.
Enjoy local produce at Torquay's bustling Market on Saturday mornings.

“loved the time slots for breakfast as it kept the dining room relaxed”

waynedaviesfrom United Kingdom

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“Jane was very attentive and the breakfast was lovely.”

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9.4/10

Perfect

Guests were satisfied with their stay and would gladly return.

Highlights from guests

“The breakfast offered a delicious variety, with generous portions and the option for whatever we fancied.”

Robert from United Kingdom

“The bed was incredibly comfortable, making it hard to leave for the day's activities.”

Laura from United Kingdom

“Our room was exceptionally clean and very comfortable, a truly relaxing space.”

David from United Kingdom

“The shower was large and powerful, offering a refreshing start to the day.”

Mark from United Kingdom

Wi-Fi

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

Adults only

Rooms

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Superior King Room

1 m²
1 King-size bed

HeatingShower

The double room offers a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 1 bed.

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Double Room

1 m²
1 Double bed

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The double room provides a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 1 bed.

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King Room

1 m²
1 King-size bed

HeatingShower

The double room features a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. This double room has a wardrobe, a carpeted floor, flat-screen TV, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.