About this property

Historic Charm: The Somerville in Torquay is housed in a historic building, offering a unique setting for a luxurious stay. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a sun terrace, lush garden, bar, and free WiFi, ensuring comfort and connectivity. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms, bathrobes, and modern amenities, providing a relaxing environment. Delicious Breakfast: A buffet breakfast with full English or Irish options includes champagne, warm dishes, fresh pastries, and more. Prime Location: Located 26 mi from Exeter International Airport, The Somerville is a short walk from Beacon Cove Beach and near attractions such as Riviera International Center.

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

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

    • Located in the top-rated area in Torquay, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7!

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

    • Breakfast Info

    • Full English/Irish, Buffet

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
or
1 king bed
1 queen bed
Bedroom
1 queen bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Robert
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Super accommodation. Very clean and well cared for. Peter and Helen were very welcoming. Excellent breakfasts and delicious cake in the afternoon a pleasant extra.
  • Jon
    Thailand Thailand
    Excellent accommodation. Experience massively enhanced by the hospitality from the owner.
  • Simon
    United States United States
    The owners were engaging, friendly and very approachable. Accommodation was excellent and very comfortable. We would definitely return to stay at this accommodation.7
  • Nichols
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This place is exceptional, above & beyond our expectations. Peter & Helen were the most delightful hosts . Breakfast was the best we’ve ever had & nothing to much trouble. Always there for local knowledge & best places to go . We have been to...
  • Zoe
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Daily home made cakes Really good breakfast Honesty Bar Easy Parking Personable hosts
  • Susan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The property was clean with attention to detail. Nice decor and well presented.
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It is very conveniently placed and very comfortable
  • Laurie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Absolutely loved staying here even if it was for only 1 night. Peter was an exceptional host,nothing to much bother,very helpful,great conversationalist,all round legend. Thank you for making our stay welcoming. Great B & B ,very clean,good...
  • Ian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely big room very comfortable , very clean , great location superb breakfast , great hosts
  • Lynne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Plenty of parking spaces. Friendly welcoming staff. Excellent breakfast with quality ingredients used. Home baked cakes a different one every day.

Managed by peter & Helen Bland

Company review score: 9.9Based on 176 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Helen & I adore food so trying the local restaurants is a must especially for recommending to our customers

Property info

Peter & Helen have run the the multi award winning Somerville since 2016 . This propery is very special with its oppulent Suites and stunning Deluxe Rooms. Antiques sit along side modern art and each guest bedroom room has been designed to ensure expectations are met and even exceeded.

Neighborhood info

We are a 500 yd walk from the marina but beware its uphill on the way back! We are in a perfect location close enough to the town but far enough away for a peaceful nights sleep

Languages Spoken

English,French

Area info

House rules

The Somerville takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
£10 per child, per night
Crib upon request
£10 per stay
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
£10 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardMaestroUnionPay credit cardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that this property cannot accommodate hen and stag parties.

The hotel will make additional charges if the nonsmoking policy is broken.

The property cannot accept American Express cards.

Please inform The Somerville 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.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

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

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

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

FAQs about The Somerville