Guesthouse
 St Edmunds Guest House

25 Sands Road, Paignton, TQ4 6EG, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.8/10! (score from 187 reviews)

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9.7
Exceptional
188 reviews

The hosts were wonderful, the breakfast was very nice. It was close to the train and bus station, very convenient for getting around.

Sylvia United States of America

Exceptional cleanliness, very cozy and warm atmosphere. Our room was overlooking the garden. Owners were absolutely lovely and accommodating. Just a minutes walk to Paignton beach. Wonderful breakfast included. Just all in all excellent value for money. We will definitely be booking there again if we visit the area.

Anonymous United Kingdom

Linda and Roger were the perfect hosts, nothing was too much trouble. We were made to feel very welcome. The room was lovely and very clean. Breakfast was fantastic and lots of choice, we were not disappointed at all. Wonderful location this was a gem of a find. Thank you Linda and Roger, we will be back.

John United Kingdom

Fabulous guesthouse that is very clean, modern and comfortable. Beautifully decorated to a high standard. Beautiful garden to the front of the guesthouse for guests to enjoy. Delicious breakfast each morning with lots to choose from. Very dog friendly. Fabulous hosts. In a great location with easy access to the sea front. Lovely pubs and restaurants nearby. This was our second visit to stEdmunds and we can’t wait to return!

Claire United Kingdom

Everything! Lovely hosts, beautiful spacious comfortable light clean room, excellent breakfast, parking.

Robjp65 United Kingdom

Roger and Linda are amazing hosts, so friendly and attentive. The breakfasts were exceptional everyday, cooked to order from a fantastic range of options. Beautifully decorated rooms and comfortable beds.

Martin United Kingdom

Great Breakfast, Great Location, Guest House Was Very Clean, The Owners Were Very Nice And Friendly, The Nicest Place We Have Ever Stayed In And We Will Be Booking Again.

Darren United Kingdom

the property was absolutely spotless breakfast was delicious and the hosts were a lovely couple

Fay United Kingdom

Location perfect. Breakfast excellent-broad choice of food and found to be fresh, hot, and well presented.

Gerald United Kingdom

Lovely place comfortable room and nice breakfast selection. Located in a great place close to the harbour and beach but within walking distance of the shops. Peaceful.

Emma United Kingdom
9.7
Exceptional
188 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “The hosts were wonderful, the breakfast was very nice. It was close to the train and bus station, very convenient for getting around.”
    Sylvia Sylvia United States of America United States of America
  • “Exceptional cleanliness, very cozy and warm atmosphere. Our room was overlooking the garden. Owners were absolutely lovely and accommodating. Just a minutes walk to Paignton beach.”
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Linda and Roger were the perfect hosts, nothing was too much trouble. We were made to feel very welcome. The room was lovely and very clean.”
    John John United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Fabulous guesthouse that is very clean, modern and comfortable. Beautifully decorated to a high standard. Beautiful garden to the front of the guesthouse for guests to enjoy.”
    Claire Claire United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Everything! Lovely hosts, beautiful spacious comfortable light clean room, excellent breakfast, parking.”
    Robjp65 Robjp65 United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Roger and Linda are amazing hosts, so friendly and attentive. The breakfasts were exceptional everyday, cooked to order from a fantastic range of options.”
    Martin Martin United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Great Breakfast, Great Location, Guest House Was Very Clean, The Owners Were Very Nice And Friendly, The Nicest Place We Have Ever Stayed In And We Will Be Booking Again.”
    Darren Darren United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “the property was absolutely spotless breakfast was delicious and the hosts were a lovely couple”
    Fay Fay United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Location perfect. Breakfast excellent-broad choice of food and found to be fresh, hot, and well presented.”
    Gerald Gerald United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Lovely place comfortable room and nice breakfast selection. Located in a great place close to the harbour and beach but within walking distance of the shops. Peaceful.”
    Emma Emma United Kingdom United Kingdom

Categories:

  • Staff9.9
  • Facilities9.6
  • Cleanliness9.9
  • Comfort9.8
  • Value for money9.7
  • Location9.8
  • Free WiFi9.0

This property is 2 minutes walk from the beach. St Edmunds Guest House features rooms with attached bathroom with free WiFi and large Smart TVs. The guest house is just 500 feet from the sea and it offers a free parking space for each room.

With a south-facing garden, St Edmunds Guest House is 1,150 feet from Paignton town center, with its shops, Network Rail and bus stations.

A full English breakfast is available each day, together with cereals, fruit salad and freshly baked croissants. Breakfasts are freshly cooked and prepared using local produce.

Torquay is 2.6 mi from St Edmunds Guest House. Exeter International Airport is 22 mi away.

This is our guests' favorite part of Paignton, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

St Edmunds Guest House has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Jan 7, 2010

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Most popular amenities

Free parking
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property Highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Paignton, this property has an excellent location score of 9.8!

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

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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4 reasons to choose St Edmunds Guest House

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Closest beaches
  • Paignton Beach

    Paignton Beach

    8.1 Very good beach
    1,250 feet from property

  • Goodrington Sands Beach

    8.6 Excellent beach
    1,900 feet from property

  • Preston Sands Beach

    8.5 Very good beach
    3,500 feet from property

  • Hollicombe Beach

    8.3 Very good beach
    1.2 miles from property

  • Broadsands Beach

    8.3 Very good beach
    1.6 miles from property

  • Institute Beach

    8.3 Very good beach
    1.7 miles from property

  • Livermead Beach

    8.0 Very good beach
    1.7 miles from property

Guest reviews

9.7
Exceptional · 188 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff9.9
  • Facilities9.6
  • Cleanliness9.9
  • Comfort9.8
  • Value for money9.7
  • Location9.8
  • Free WiFi9.0

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  • Sylvia
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “The hosts were wonderful, the breakfast was very nice. It was close to the train and bus station, very convenient for getting around.”
  • A
    Anonymous
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Exceptional cleanliness, very cozy and warm atmosphere. Our room was overlooking the garden. Owners were absolutely lovely and accommodating. Just a minutes walk to Paignton beach. Wonderful breakfast included. Just all in all excellent value for...”
  • John
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Linda and Roger were the perfect hosts, nothing was too much trouble. We were made to feel very welcome. The room was lovely and very clean. Breakfast was fantastic and lots of choice, we were not disappointed at all. Wonderful location this was...”
  • Claire
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Fabulous guesthouse that is very clean, modern and comfortable. Beautifully decorated to a high standard. Beautiful garden to the front of the guesthouse for guests to enjoy. Delicious breakfast each morning with lots to choose from. Very dog...”
  • Robjp65
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Everything! Lovely hosts, beautiful spacious comfortable light clean room, excellent breakfast, parking.”
  • Martin
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Roger and Linda are amazing hosts, so friendly and attentive. The breakfasts were exceptional everyday, cooked to order from a fantastic range of options. Beautifully decorated rooms and comfortable beds.”
  • Darren
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Great Breakfast, Great Location, Guest House Was Very Clean, The Owners Were Very Nice And Friendly, The Nicest Place We Have Ever Stayed In And We Will Be Booking Again.”
  • Fay
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “the property was absolutely spotless breakfast was delicious and the hosts were a lovely couple”
  • Gerald
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Location perfect. Breakfast excellent-broad choice of food and found to be fresh, hot, and well presented.”
  • Emma
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Lovely place comfortable room and nice breakfast selection. Located in a great place close to the harbour and beach but within walking distance of the shops. Peaceful.”
Property questions and answers
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  • We will have quite a lot of camping equipment in our car so just wanted to make sure before we booked that the parking is on site & readily available.
    Hi there. Yes to both questions. We have two car parks, both on the property. Look forward to welcoming you to St Edmunds
    Answered on May 13, 2021
  • Hi! I‘m planning on flying to England on the third of march, staying at the guest house, go and get my new pup on the 14th, stay one more night (with the pup) and leave on the 15th. That means that I‘d be quarantining from the third to the 13th of march. Is that allowed?
    Hi there I am so sorry but we are in lockdown here in the UK until May 17th before guest houses can reopen. On this occasion unfortunately we are unable to help you. Many thanks for your enquiry. Kind regards Roger
    Answered on February 25, 2021
  • hello there, we have an elderly black lab who is 13 1/2 so cant do stairs have you any ground floor rooms 29th Aug - 31st Aug please x
    I am so sorry, we are full for those dates. Thank you very much for asking us.Can I suggest you contact The Commodore on Paignton seafront.Worth a try
    Answered on July 13, 2020
  • is the single room available on the 11th june till 18th june2022 at £315 on the ground floor please
    Hi there. Yes it is available at the moment.
    Answered on September 19, 2021
  • hi, we are hoping to come down on the 23 rd of june to the 27th, , we have a dog, would we be allowed to bring him, he's well behaved, a bit bigger than a corgi
    Hi there. That should be no problem. Thank you for asking. Dogs are not permitted in the dining room. Would yours be ok alone while you are having breakfast, and There is a £10 per night pet charge. We look forward to welcoming you to St Edmunds.
    Answered on May 29, 2021

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Hosted by Linda & Roger Thomas

9.9
Host Review Score
Linda & Roger Thomas
We would like to welcome you to a relaxing stay at St Edmunds, a family run guest house with seven en-suite rooms, and on-site car parking for each room. Situated on the 'South West Coastal Path' so ideally located for walkers, St. Edmunds House stands on the corner of Sands Road and Queens Road with a level walk of just 150 metres to the sea front and some 350 metres from Paignton town centre. We have Ground floor rooms available and accept children of 12 years and older. Well behaved small dogs are welcome by prior arrangement at an extra cost. There is a south facing lawned garden with patio furniture for guests use. Free fast Wi-fi is available throughout the fully centrally heated property. Paignton Harbour is a short walk away for boat trips/ferries and fishing, we are also within easy reach of Torquay, Brixham and Dartmouth (via Steam train and ferry across the River Dart) An ideal base to explore Torbay, The English Riviera, and the South Devon coast. Close to restaurants and bars. Whether it`s just a short break away, your anniversary, birthday we will ensure that you have a pleasant stay. Accommodation is available throughout the year. If you have any problem booking online please contact us by telephone on 01803 558756 to check availability. To secure a booking a non-redundable deposit equivalent to the first night is required. Please see St Edmunds website for Terms and Conditions.
Linda & Roger have owned the Guest House since December 2019 and have spent a year completely re-decorating throughout to a modern high standard. They believe in the 'Why Compromise' approach for guests and treat all guests as they would like to be treated themselves and aim to offer a sincerely friendly and helpful service. Being local to Paignton they have a wealth of knowledge. Both have worked within the Hospitality industry for in excess of 30 years.
Torbay offers a great selection of activities for all the family no matter the weather. Paignton is an excellent resort catering for the young and old. Try fishing, paddle boats, swimming, crazy golf or just relax in a cafe and watch life go by. Go for a day trip on the historic Paignton and Dartmouth Steam Railway and, for the adventurous, visit the Water Park. Also with in easy commuting distance are the towns of Torquay and Brixham.
Language spoken: English
Area info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
What's nearby
  • Paignton Beach
    0.1 miles
  • Quaywest Waterpark
    0.9 miles
  • Torre Abbey
    2.3 miles
  • Meadfoot Beach
    2.8 miles
  • HM Revenue & Customs
    2.8 miles
  • Torquay Magistrates Court
    2.8 miles
  • Torquay Library
    2.9 miles
  • Mount Stuart Hospital
    3 miles
  • Brixham Harbour
    3.4 miles
  • Torbay Hospital
    3.4 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant La Scala
    0.2 miles
  • Cafe/Bar Henrys
    0.2 miles
Top attractions
  • Berry Head
    3.9 miles
  • Greenway
    5.6 miles
  • Watermans Arms
    5.7 miles
  • Dartmouth Castle
    6.3 miles
  • Newton Abbot Racecourse
    7.5 miles
  • Blackpool Sands
    8.1 miles
  • Slapton Sands
    10 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Ocean/Sea English Channel
    0.1 miles
Beaches in the Neighborhood
  • Paignton Beach
    1,250 feet
  • Goodrington Sands Beach
    1,900 feet
  • Preston Sands Beach
    3,500 feet
  • Hollicombe Beach
    1.2 miles
  • Broadsands Beach
    1.6 miles
Closest Airports
  • Exeter International Airport
    21.9 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Amenities of St Edmunds Guest House

Most popular amenities

Free parking
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Water sports facilities on site
  • Mini golf
  • Cycling Off-site
  • Karaoke
  • Fishing Off-site
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Baggage storage
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English
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Sustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

House rules St Edmunds Guest House takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

3:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

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

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 12 are welcome.

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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

Mastercard Visa St Edmunds 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 need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

The fine print

Guests are asked to inform the hotel of their estimated time of arrival and whether any children under the age of 3 are included in the booking.

Pets are permitted, subject to availability and by prior arrangement only. If you wish to bring pets you must contact St Edmunds Guest House prior to arrival.

Please contact the property in advance to ensure that there is sufficient bicycle storage available. Bicycles cannot be stored in the house or the rooms.

Please note there is no access for a powered wheelchair. A maximum of 2 mobility scooters may be stored inside for security and charging.

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

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

Please inform St Edmunds Guest House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about St Edmunds Guest House

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

  • Check-in at St Edmunds Guest House is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • St Edmunds Guest House is 1,800 feet from the center of Paignton.

  • Guests staying at St Edmunds Guest House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.6).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish

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

    • Cycling
    • Fishing
    • Karaoke
    • Mini golf
    • Water sports facilities on site

  • The nearest beach is 350 feet from St Edmunds Guest House.

  • Room options at St Edmunds Guest House include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Single
    • Triple