Sea Shells

4 Colin Road, Torquay, TQ3 2NR, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.8/10! <small>(score from <b>13</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.9
Scored 9.9
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
13 reviews

Lovely cosy annexe, close to beach & everything. Super clean, lovely decor and everything you need at hand. Thank you for the milk, loo rolls, orange juice, and doggy treats! Great communication with host, would return again.

Faye United Kingdom
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Sea Shells

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  • Entire apartment
  • 323 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Bathtub
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating

Just a few steps from Preston Sands Beach and a 3-minute walk from Paignton Beach, Sea Shells features accommodations in Torquay, with a terrace and barbecue facilities. This apartment provides free private parking and private check-in and check-out. Sandy Park Rugby Stadium is 24 miles away and Riviera International Centre is 2.5 miles from the apartment. With free Wifi, this 1-bedroom apartment offers a flat-screen TV and a kitchen with an oven and microwave. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area. Hollicombe Beach is a 11-minute walk from the apartment, while Newton Abbot Racecourse is 9.5 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 27 miles from Sea Shells.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.8
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.8
High score for Torquay
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  • Faye
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Lovely cosy annexe, close to beach & everything. Super clean, lovely decor and everything you need at hand. Thank you for the milk, loo rolls, orange juice, and doggy treats! Great communication with host, would return again.”
  • Glenn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Home from home space to relax Quite and private Clean with lots of thought for guests activities”
  • Pauline
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Everything was clean and comfortable! Had things like coffee tea and milk plus wine and chocolates! Nice bedding and lovely touches! Lovely place to take your little pooch! Paul the owner even met us at station which was a nice touch!”

Hosted by Miranda & Paul

9.8
9.8
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
Miranda & Paul
Take a break and unwind at Sea Shells near the beach. The apartment has its own private outside area for relaxing in a quiet location a few steps to Preston Beach. Conveniently located within Torbay, a short walk to the seafront & local shops. Paignton town, Harbour, train station and attractions being nearby. Featuring 1 double bedroom, lounge with dining table, tv, kitchen, bathroom, free parking & Wifi. Outside patio and BBQ including an outdoor cold water beach shower.
We both work for the NHS and have a range of interests from sports to mechanics. Please contact us by mobile text or call if you have any queries, concerns or just would like to say hi😁
Located to the rear of the property with its own private access and parking. Only a few steps from the beach and local eateries. Level walk to local shops amenities and attractions including Steam Train, Mainline Train and Bus Stations, Pier, Harbour and Cinema. Paignton Zoo and other attractions nearby. Golf courses, Torbay Hospital, Newton Abbot and Exeter Racecourse's are all within easy distance too. Free onsite parking. There are several carparks in the Bay; weekly passes can be purchased for carparks, alternatively most have contactless payment systems. Level easy access walking along the seafront. Excellent local bus service to access Torbay and beyond. Mainline train station only 15mins walk away.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Sea Shells
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linens
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Toilet
    • Hairdryer
    • Bathtub
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Clothes rack
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Iron
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Barbecue
    • BBQ facilities
    • Terrace
    Spa
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    Activities
    • Beach
    Front Desk Services
    • Private check-in/out
    Miscellaneous
    • Pet bowls
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Sea Shells takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM

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

    Check-out

    Until 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children not allowed.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

    This property doesn't offer extra beds.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    When traveling with a dog, please note that an extra charge of £20 applies.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    FAQs about Sea Shells

    • Yes, Sea Shells is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Sea Shells can accommodate this group size:

      • 2 guests

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

    • The prices at Sea Shells may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Sea Shells is 2 miles from the center of Torquay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Sea Shells has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 1 bedroom

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

    • Check-in at Sea Shells is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

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

      • Beach