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About this property

This charming, award-winning, family-run Edwardian residence has an idyllic location just 100 metres away from the seafront, the sandy Livermead beach and the quiet, tree-lined meadows of Cockington Valley Country Park. The Charterhouse is in mature gardens with a patio, large lawn and a small seasonal outdoor heated swimming pool. The centre of Torquay is within walking distance. The delightful Edwardian building contains light, airy rooms and offers charming, comfortable bed-and-breakfast accommodation. Some rooms have sea view. Breakfast consists of a continental option, a delicious full English, home made breads and jams, and a vegetarian alternative. Family rooms are available. Pets can also stay, providing you are booking either of the 2 'pet friendly' garden rooms. There is a large, free private car park and free Wi-Fi internet access is available.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Torquay, this property has an excellent location score of 9.6

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

  • Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
Bedroom
1 large double bed
Living room
2 sofa beds
1 double bed
1 double bed
and
2 sofa beds
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jade
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We have just returned from a wonderful stay at The Charterhouse. Our room was very comfortable, well-equipped and spotlessly clean. The garden is beautiful and there is ample parking. We also enjoyed befriending the cat! The most outstanding...
  • Janna
    Germany Germany
    Beautiful room, with amazing view, very nice hosts and great breakfast
  • Tanya
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location. Rooms are lovely and clean and beds very comfy. Lisa and Christophe always make us feel very welcome. Great breakfasts.
  • Dana
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lisa and Christophe are the loveliest hosts, so welcoming and accommodating, I felt like part of the family. The Charterhouse itself is wonderful with a pool and extensive gardens and is set back from the main road so you are not bothered by...
  • Carmen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Can’t fault anything about my stay at The Charterhouse. The place is STUNNING! Clean rooms, amazing hospitality, comfy beds, unreal breakfast. Location and parking were also great!
  • Damian
    Switzerland Switzerland
    The heartwarming welcome by Lisa and where the Location was situated was nice! So now we know some things we can ask for another time for more Details
  • Nadine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely property our room having a private entry door was fantastic.
  • Rachel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lisa was so friendly from first communication right through to the end of our stay. It is in a fabulous location, perfect if driving or travelling by train. My daughter and I felt very safe and cared for. Excellent breakfast and beautifully...
  • Ella
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Comfortable and clean property, with good parking. We didn’t have the breakfast, but it looked good from all the reviews! Fresh milk in the fridge for morning teas. The host was very accommodating on our late arrival. Spacious room.
  • Hayley
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location for us was perfect! Lovely and quiet for the evening but within a 20 min walk of the centre for during the day. The room was nicely decorated, clean and the fridge came in very handy as it allowed us to store some drinks and snacks to...

Managed by Lisa & Christophe

Company review score: 9.9Based on 347 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Christophe and Lisa look forward to welcoming you to our beautiful home and sharing all that The Charterhouse has to offer. Christophe has been a professional chef for over 20 years so, we can promise you the most delicious, locally sourced breakfast to start your day.

Property information

The Charterhouse is a beautiful Edwardian villa , which has maintained a homely feel and a sense of its history. Our overiding aim is to ensure our guests feel welcome and at home. Our large garden is a beautiful area to sit and relax, at one of the many seating areas, and feel at one with the countryside. During the cooler months our guest lounge provides a comfortable and cosy area to unwind. We have recently added a large outdoor terrace with sea views and a comfortable seating area. Our rooms are all very unique in size, but all tastefully decorated to reflect the heritage of the house and the contemporary needs of our guests. Our breakfast menu is very important to us. Christophe works hard to source local produce, carefully cooked to provide a perfect start to the day with enough variety to suit all tastes and dietary requirements. We have recently added beauty and massage treatments on site, which can be pre-booked to add the finishing touch to a relaxing stay. Our therapist is fully qualified and able to provide a range of treatments.

Neighbourhood information

The Charterhouse is ideally situated between the sea and the picturesque village of Cockington . A walk to the village along the stream, through the water meadows takes about 15 minutes. Once there, you can enjoy a cream tea surrounded by thatched cottages, visit Cockington Country park and its local artisans or stop by the local pub. The visitors' centre always has details of any special events, but a firm favourite is the horse and carriage ride around the estate. A walk in the opposite direction and along the sea front leads you to Torre Abbey and grounds, a good selection of bars and cafes and eventually into the town centre. Along the way you can stop off at the big wheel ,which offers stunning views over the bay. The Princess Theatre is also within a 20 minute walking distance and offers an excellent variety of live theatre events.

Languages spoken

English,French

Property surroundings

House rules

The Charterhouse takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 10:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 15 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 14 years
Extra bed upon request
£10 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 00:00 and 07:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Payment Information:

Please note that the Charterhouse does not accept American Express or Diners Club cards.

The swimming pool is open from 31 May - 31 August weather permitting.

Check-In Information:

The Charterhouse does not have 24-hour reception facilities, so please provide an estimated time of arrival when booking. Check-in is usually before 18:00. No arrivals after 22:00 are accepted.

Please note that the hotel does not accept cats. Pets can only be accommodated in the Small Double Room with Patio and Large Family Room (2 adults + 2 children) with Garden View, and cannot enter the main house. Please inform the property prior to arrival if your are travelling with a pet.

Please note that guests who book 'room with breakfast' rates can choose from a variety of breakfast options including Continental, Full English and Vegetarian.

Please inform The Charterhouse in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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

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