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A beautiful home from home in Torquay, with an elegant décor and spacious gardens.

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Beautiful holiday home in well-maintained gardens | Bishopsgate, Torquay
Welcoming living room | Bishopsgate, Torquay
Stylish living room | Bishopsgate, Torquay
Attractive living room | Bishopsgate, Torquay

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Golf view
    Golf view

Explore the area

Map
Torquay
  • Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves
    7 min walk
  • Meadfoot Beach
    3 min drive
  • Babbacombe Beach
    4 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    51 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

A beautiful home from home in Torquay, with an elegant décor and spacious gardens.

A beautiful home from home in Torquay, with an elegant décor and spacious gardens.. 3 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, Bluray Player, CD Player, French Doors Leading To Patio
Kitchen/dining room: Smart TV, Amazon Echo, Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine
Living room 2: TV, Sky, Playstation 4, DVDs, CDs, Games, Books
Utility Room: Microwave, Washer Dryer
Games Room: Table Football, Bar
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed, Freeview TV Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Second Floor:
Bedroom 4: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Smart TV Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Stairgate. Lawned garden with terrace and garden furniture. Private garage available for one car; additional on road parking. Please note: This property has a security deposit of £300. .
Set in the peaceful suburb of Wellswood, Bishopsgate an impressive retreat for that family escape. Elegant décor and contemporary features combine to make relaxing in this home from home a pleasure.
With a timeless look, the living room makes a welcoming space to gather the group after a long day, and the second living room has everything you need to keep the kids entertained. With table football, a Sky Q TV and seating, this space is great fun for those evening catch ups, and it’s perfect if you get a rainy day...
Thanks to the lawned garden that wraps its way around the house, there’s plenty of opportunity to enjoy Torbay’s famous microclimate. You’ll find plenty of seating, and terrace areas, so no matter how you like to enjoy those ’fresh air’ days, you’ll find this just the setting. Better still, you can step straight from the kitchen to the garden, so it’s easy to prepare those hearty meals in the contemporary kitchen and dine alfresco.
You’ll find Bishopsgate in the leafy area of Wellswood, in Torquay. Within walking distance from the harbourside and the town centre, there’s a nostalgic feel to Wellswood and its selection of friendly independent shops. For that bite to eat after a walk along the nearby South West Coastal Path, head to the local pub, and Kents Cavern is one of the bay’s best-loved family attractions.
Free WiFi

Property manager

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Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Golf view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 9:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Torquay

Located in Torquay, this holiday home is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Dartmoor National Park and Cockington Country Park, while Torquay Museum and Torquays Dinosaur World are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Torquay United FC or Newton Abbot Racecourse. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like golfing.
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Torquay

What's nearby

  • Meadfoot Beach - 3 min drive
  • Inner Harbour - 4 min drive
  • Princess Theatre - 4 min drive
  • Babbacombe Beach - 4 min drive
  • Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Torre Station - 14 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Kents - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Babbacombe Theatre - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Babbacombe Beach - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Babbacombe Royal Hotel and Carvery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Amici - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A beautiful home from home in Torquay, with an elegant décor and spacious gardens. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A beautiful home from home in Torquay, with an elegant décor and spacious gardens.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A beautiful home from home in Torquay, with an elegant décor and spacious gardens.?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is A beautiful home from home in Torquay, with an elegant décor and spacious gardens. located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves and Meadfoot Beach. Riviera Life Church and Torquay Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Claire

Bishopsgate is a lovely home from home.
Bishopsgate is a lovely home from home. Superbly clean which was reassuring, especially in this time of Covid-19. Very well equipped, I took tea towels, dishcloths, kitchen roll, toilet paper etc with me but there was no need as it is all there. Very good communication with Ian, the owner, who was very helpful. To top it all, there was a fab welcome pack which included lovely goodies for us on arrival, including wine, a cream tea, chocolates and biscuits. There is plenty of garden space to enjoy too. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

P

Excellent cottage; spacious, comfortable and with beautiful decor.
Excellent cottage; spacious, comfortable and with beautiful decor. Roof terrace and large, well-maintained garden. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Jean

A beautiful, well presented home with everything one could need for all the family.
A beautiful, well presented home with everything one could need for all the family. The hosts had thought of everything and made us feel very welcome. A lovely hamper was awaiting us and milk in the fridge for a much needed cup of tea! We will definitely come back in the future. Thank you Ian and Bj. Jean and family Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Fabulous weeks stay at Bishopsgate.
Fabulous weeks stay at Bishopsgate. The house is stylish & immaculate with everything we needed. The personal touch from Ian & BJ added to the experience. Thank you so much! An oasis in these unusual times x Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy toes
We were pleasantly surprised when walking into this property, it completely lived up to the photos and more. It was spotlessly clean, and so warm and inviting. It was lovely to come back to after a cold day out, always so warm and inviting. It had everything you would need , even though we ate out every day, after all we were on holiday. We wouldn’t hesitate to book this property again
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Stella

We had a lovely week at Bishopsgate, the accommodation and location are excellent.
We had a lovely week at Bishopsgate, the accommodation and location are excellent. If it was possible to score more than 10 then I would as Bishopsgate is that good. It was lovely to be greeted on arrival by the owner who showed us around and recommended places to go and restaurants to try, the welcome hamper was lovely treat. Wellswood is a delightful village which has everything you require, including a deli which has a café serving excellent breakfasts. only 10 minute walk from the house. The owners Ian & BJ and the poodles were fantastic hosts and everything was perfect. Would highly recommend Bishopsgate as a super place to spend a relaxing holiday. To echo a previous review,Thankyou Bishopsgate.
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10/10 Excellent

NEWSOM

From the moment we stepped into the house it felt homely and smelt wonderful ( the reeds all round t
From the moment we stepped into the house it felt homely and smelt wonderful ( the reeds all round the house) Lovely little touches, lovely Christmas hamper waiting for us and beautiful Christmas decorations by Bj,nothing was too much from Ian, a lovely man, very friendly and went above and beyond. Thank you for a great holiday Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

sean

The house and garden are beautiful.
The house and garden are beautiful. Garden is fully enclosed and pretty House has everything you could want & more The owners Ian & Bj could not make you feel more welcome - absolute delight
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10/10 Excellent

Georgina

We had a wonderful 10 nights at Bishopsgate, for the time of year (November) it was a lovely warm co
We had a wonderful 10 nights at Bishopsgate, for the time of year (November) it was a lovely warm cosy house to come back to. We made the most of public transport to visit numerous places around Torquay. We had the best host you could imagine, who was so kind and helpful. We were left a wonderful hamper of goodies too. We wouldn’t hesitate in returning to Bishopsgate .
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10/10 Excellent

Pauline

The best house we've been too we were made so welcome and has everything you could need.
The best house we've been too we were made so welcome and has everything you could need.would return any time 😊our dogs loved it
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Six star service from the moment you first met the Owner who can't do enough for you on your arrival
Six star service from the moment you first met the Owner who can't do enough for you on your arrival or throughout your stay. The attention to detail that will leave you wanting for nothing. The house is immaculate, there are thoughtful little details in every room which make this house a cut above the fabulous. The welcome basket is tasteful, useful and very much appreciated down to the freshly frozen ice in the freezer waiting for you. A beautiful property in a beautiful location within easy reach of the coast (300yrds up the road), to the village that hosts all your needs. We stayed during Halloween and the owners had tastefully decorated it for us. Give yourself a treat and go and experience luxury at a great price,. We will definitely be going back. Thank you Bishopsgate we love you.
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10/10 Excellent

Rachael

The best welcome we have ever received! The property is gorgeous and we all loved the little attenti
The best welcome we have ever received! The property is gorgeous and we all loved the little attention to details. Dogs are made to feel the most welcome and they loved exploring the safe enclosed garden. Will definitely be returning.
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Ideal home away from home for three generations of my family plus the dog! The South West Coastal pa
Ideal home away from home for three generations of my family plus the dog! The South West Coastal path was stunning and Wellswood is a lovely village. Our host deserves a special mention for his welcome and anticipation of anything we could ever need!
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10/10 Excellent

Shifra

Wow! From the minute you walk in you are really getting a 5 star experience.
Wow! From the minute you walk in you are really getting a 5 star experience. The spacious layout, gorgeous decor and homely feel made this holiday a real "home from home!" The location is fabulous with beautiful walks, beaches and exciting outings for the kids right on your doorstep. It was lovely to be greeted on arrival by Ian and shown around and the welcome basket was a nice treat. Thank you Ian and BJ for being so accommodating and quick to respond to any query we had. Many thanks Family Lew
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10/10 Excellent

Kate

Wow, what a fantastic home we absolutely loved our stay over Christmas.
Wow, what a fantastic home we absolutely loved our stay over Christmas. We had such a warm welcome from Ian with lots of lovely surprises from a Christmas hamper to amazing decorations around the house. The garden was secluded for our small dogs and then of a night the tree outside was beautifully decorated. The location for local amenities beaches and sightseeing was spot on. Everything’s the house was provided, clean and beautiful. We will definitely be back and 100% recommend to family and friends, loved it at Bishopsgate ❤️
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10/10 Excellent

Kate

Wow, what a fantastic home we absolutely loved our stay over Christmas.
Wow, what a fantastic home we absolutely loved our stay over Christmas. We had such a warm welcome from Ian with lots of lovely surprises from a Christmas hamper to amazing decorations around the house. The garden was secluded for our small dogs and then of a night the tree outside was beautifully decorated. The location for local amenities beaches and sightseeing was spot on. Everything’s the house was provided, clean and beautiful. We will definitely be back and 100% recommend to family and friends, loved it at Bishopsgate ❤️
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Just perfect, could not fault it.
Just perfect, could not fault it. We had such a lovely welcome when we arrived and everything explain about the house, local eateries etc, we also received a gorgeous hamper which the family loved. Our 3 Bulldogs loved the garden and made themselves at home immediately, after all it was there holiday as well ! Really can’t wait to go back Thank you Bishopgate and Blue Chip 🥰
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10/10 Excellent

Ann

Lovely accommodation; plenty of room.
Lovely accommodation; plenty of room. Beautifully decorated and Ian was lovely. Gladly recommend.
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10/10 Excellent

Cameron

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Great house in a lovely location, had a wonderful stay, would recommend it and hope to go back in the future
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Beautiful house and gardens, felt like home from home but with a touch of luxury.
Beautiful house and gardens, felt like home from home but with a touch of luxury. We had a lovely welcome by Ian, the owner of the property, along with a superb hamper - we knew straightaway that we had chosen the right place for a great holiday. Bishopsgate is very dog friendly with a safe garden set in a perfect location, ideal for scenic walks. We would definitely stay again.
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10/10 Excellent

John

A lovely comfortable house and beautiful garden.
A lovely comfortable house and beautiful garden. Owner very welcoming and helpful. Would definitely recommend this property.
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

We ( husband, family and Cockerpoo ) have been to Torquay several times and have rented accommodatio
We ( husband, family and Cockerpoo ) have been to Torquay several times and have rented accommodation several times too. We know the area well so always choose somewhere convenient to places we like. From the warmest of welcomes by the host, Ian, to the time we left, we couldn't have enjoyed our stay more. Certainly home from home with all the little extras. Rugs for the chillier evenings, every utensil you needed (such an irritation to find you need a pair of tongs!), plugs, adaptors, batteries etc., plenty of space for everyone, lovely garden and beautiful walks on the doorstep. Great for dog owners. Welcome hamper of luxury necessities set the scene for a lovely week. Will certainly return.
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10/10 Excellent

wendy

Bishopsgate is a gorgeous property, and we felt very comfortable there.
Bishopsgate is a gorgeous property, and we felt very comfortable there. The

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