Captain's Retreat is located in Torquay, 700 metres from Whitesands Beach, 1.8 km from Maidencombe Beach, and 10 km from Newton Abbot Racecourse. This apartment features free private parking, private check-in and check-out and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 500 metres from Watcombe Beach. The spacious apartment with a terrace and garden views has 2 bedrooms, a living room, a TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a bath. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area. Guests at the apartment can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Sandy Park Rugby Stadium is 34 km from Captain's Retreat, while Riviera International Centre is 4.7 km from the property. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 38 km from the accommodation.

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Property highlights

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

External review score

This 10 score is from guests who booked this property on several other travel websites. It will be replaced by a Booking.com review score once this property receives its first review from guests on our site.

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 Saltwater Escapes

Company review score: 8.7Based on 437 reviews from 50 properties
50 managed properties

Company information

Saltwater Escapes is a family run business offering beautiful holiday cottages and apartments in Brixham and South Devon. From the moment you arrive at a Saltwater Escapes property we aim to give you a warm welcome starting with a complimentary welcome provisions. All properties offer fantastic access to the towns treasure's including the many cafés and restaurants, the beaches and of course the beautiful sea. We love that Saltwater Escapes' properties have become a home from home for many of our customers who have stayed with us year after year and are making traditions of their own and memories to treasure. Our office hours are 9am - 5pm.

Property information

Introducing Captain's Retreat: A Historic Coastal Getaway. Step into the enchanting past at Captain's Retreat, a holiday property that exudes history and charm. Originally built in the 1850's as the prestigious residence of an army captain, this remarkable property has transformed through time to offer an unforgettable holiday experience. With captivating sea glimpses, a private garden and communal gardens, convenient off-road parking, and immediate access to the renowned South West Coast path, this haven is a leisure-seeker's dream, all just a leisurely stroll away from the pristine shores of Watcombe Beach.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Captain's Retreat

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Bath
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Sofa bed
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
Outdoors
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Beach
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Squash
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Outdoor & View
  • Garden view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
Reception services
  • Private check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Captain's Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 00:00

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

Check-out

From 00:00 to 10:00

 

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.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of GBP 100 is required. The property charges this 14 days before arrival. That's about EUR 117. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

No cots or extra beds are available.

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 22:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

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

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

A damage deposit of £100 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Captain's Retreat

  • Captain's Retreat is 2.4 miles from the centre of Torquay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Captain's Retreat is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Yes, Captain's Retreat is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Captain's Retreat on this page.

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

  • Captain's Retreat offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Bowling
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Mini golf
    • Windsurfing
    • Squash
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Water park
    • Horse riding
    • Beach

  • Captain's Retreat has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 2 bedrooms

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

  • Captain's Retreat can accommodate the following group size:

    • 4 guests

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