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The family-run Lawnswood Guest House is situated within a 10-minute walk of Torre Abbey Sands Beach and Torquay Marina, and offers free Wi-Fi and parking. Torquay Railway Station is 5 minutes' drive away. The en suite rooms at Lawnswood feature a flat-screen TV with Freeview and built-in DVD player, a DVD collection, and reading books. They also offer tea and coffee making facilities, a hairdryer, and complimentary toiletries. Breakfast includes full English breakfast and lighter options, and freshly brewed coffee. The guest house is within 1 mile of various restaurants and the Princess Theatre. Conference Torquay is within 5 minutes' walk of the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 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 9.3

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
or
1 large double bed
1 single bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
8.9
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Denise
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The room was clean and the breakfast was excellent, the property is in a nice quiet area. The owner Karen is friendly and makes you feel very welcome.
  • Anthony
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location and amble parking makes the Lawnswood a perfect guest house in Torquay. Karen meet me with a very warm and happy smile, nothing was too much trouble and the breakfast set me up for the day ahead.
  • Simone
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very clean and comfortable. Friendly landlady who did an early breakfast for me when I needed it, which was appreciated.

Managed by Karen

Company review score: 9.4Based on 248 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

up bright and cheerful every morning ready to greet my guests and give them a lovely breakfast. when i have the time i like to go to the nearby attractions like brixham, cockington, babbacombe or down to torquay harbour where there are lots of nice restaurants and bars.

Property information

whats special about this guest house is the friendly staff. we are here to make your stay a good one, nothing is too much trouble for our guests.

Neighbourhood information

Lots to do and see. Cockington is walking distance and very beautiful. Catch a ferry or bus over to Brixham which is a small fishing town. Paignton is a bus drive away or you could walk it if you like walking. Princess Theatre is a 15 min walk away. Lots of lovely restaurants. Babbacombe is close by with its model village and bygones museum. Lots of beaches dotted everywhere, the list is endless.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Lawnswood Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Activities
  • Bingo
    Off-site
  • Water park
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Fireplace
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Fax/photocopying
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Adult only
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Lawnswood Guest House takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 19:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 08:00 to 10:30

 

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 are not allowed.

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

Maestro Mastercard Visa American Express Cash is not accepted Lawnswood Guest House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

Please note that all extra beds and baby cots must be arranged with the property directly. Requests are not guaranteed until confirmed.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

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.

FAQs about Lawnswood Guest House

  • Lawnswood Guest House is 0.7 miles from the centre of Torquay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Lawnswood Guest House is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • Room options at Lawnswood Guest House include:

    • Twin
    • Single
    • Double

  • Guests staying at Lawnswood Guest House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.1).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet
    • Breakfast to go

  • Lawnswood Guest House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Water park
    • Bingo

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