Overlooking the park and Torre Abbey, this guest house offers hearty and healthy breakfasts cooked to order, a garden for guests to enjoy during the day and rooms with en suite bathrooms. The seafront is just a 5-minute walk away. The 5 rooms at Gainsboro all include a flat-screen TV, free WiFi, and tea and coffee-making facilities. The en-suite shower rooms feature free toiletries. Rooms can accommodate children aged over 5 only. Breakfast is served in the traditional Victorian dining room, with lovely view of the garden and fields. Guests can choose from fresh full English breakfasts with fruit, juices, and cereals. Free parking is available, and Torquay Railway Station is only a 5-minute walk away. The town centre and harbour are a 20-minute walk along the seafront. The picturesque village of Cockington is just 1.4 miles away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Torquay, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
10
High score for Torquay
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  • Sharon
    Australia Australia
    The breakfast was excellent and our hosts very kindly gave us a lift to the train station on our departure. A lovely place to stay. Thank you!
  • Lynne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Cannot fault, Gaynor & Richard were excellent hosts. The room was clean and comfortable, ensuite shower room a good size. Breakfast was cooked to order and excellent. The location of the Gainsboro is one of the jewels in it's crown - a level 25...
  • Carol
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location is great, a quiet road very convenient for the railway station. Clean and comfortable (I especially liked the super fast kettle and appreciated the biscuits and mineral water).
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.

Managed by Richard and Gaynor

Company review score: 9.9Based on 92 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

The garden is full of wild birds including a unique visit by a Wryneck last year. We have fishing rods available if you fancy a bit of sea fishing. If you enjoy metal detecting or photography we should be able to give you some good advice on the local area.

Property information

The Gainsboro is a small property with only 5 guest bedrooms so you are always going to get some personal service. We are situated in a small Victorian terrace overlooking some playing fields so although we remain close to the beach we are not in a built up area overlooked by other B&Bs. Torquay Train station is a 3 minute walk away so if you don't fancy driving you don't have to. We are in the process of upgrading each room the twin being the 1st to be completed. All rooms have new mattresses or nearly new ones + new quilts and pillow cases. The front garden will be a beautiful place to sit and enjoy the summer as we have done a lot of work to the the flower beds.

Neighbourhood information

Being a 5 minute walk from the beach we love nothing more than a walk along the promenade watching people rock-pooling then back through Torre Abbey gardens where you can try your hand at lawn bowls. When we feel like stretching our legs a little more a half hour walk through the water meadows takes us to the tranquil village of Cockington with it's lakes, the arboretum, craft centre and tea rooms - and a traditional country pub.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Gainsboro
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Stand-up comedy
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Temporary art galleries
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Luggage storage
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Gainsboro takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 13:00 to 17:00

Check-out

Until 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

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

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 5 years are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

Please let Gainsboro know your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box or contact the property directly.

Please note that children under 5 cannot be accommodated at the hotel.

Guests should kindly note that limited on-site parking is available. This is based on a first-come, first-served basis. However free parking is available on the street outside the property.

Please inform Gainsboro in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.

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

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about Gainsboro

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

  • Check-in at Gainsboro is from 13:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Yes, Gainsboro is popular with guests booking family stays.

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

    • Hiking
    • Bowling
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Mini golf
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Water park
    • Walking tours
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Stand-up comedy

  • Gainsboro is 0.8 miles from the centre of Torquay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Gainsboro include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Family

  • The nearest beach is just 550 yards from Gainsboro. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.