5 Bed in Torquay (oc-bcvane)

Vane Hill Crest is a period property dating back to 1876, oozing with character and located in a cul de sac at the top of Torquay in Torbay, South Devon. With the elevated position of the property you can enjoy the views overlooking the town and watch the world go by. Vane Hill Crest is also only a 10 minute walk down the hill into the main town centre. The property has been refurbished with the perfect mix of luxury furniture with many original features reflecting its Victorian heritage.


The property is accessed across a courtyard garden and offers excellent sized living accommodation making it the perfect base for family or groups of friends to get together. There is a handy ground floor bedroom with antechamber which can be used as an adjoining room or can be blocked off and used separatley. Upstairs there are four more bedrooms all with wonderful views, one with ensuite and an additional large family bathroom.


A short walk from the property will bring you into the beautiful Marina with numerous sea excursions over to Brixham and Dartmouth, the Mariner is also host to excellant restaurants, wine bars and eateries, including the Michelin’s Star Elephant. Stunning views can be enjoyed across the bay and for a more vibrant nightlife, head on to the Princess Theatre and beyond.


Why not attend one of the many annual events and festivals in the area, Torbay Air Show, Electric Bay festival, Paignton Festival, The Torbay Royal Regatta, Agatha Christie Festival, England's Seafood Feast, Devon County Show and the Bay of Lights


Ground floor entrance hall;


Lounge/Dining room: With wonderful period features with sash windows and ornate coving. Two large sofas, Smart TV and two separate areas with cocktail chairs with marble top table, dining table and chairs, baby Grand piano, Open fireplace, period French doors to garden and decking.


Kitchen: The kitchen breakfast room is a fantastic space, perfect for family living, with room for a good-size dining table as well having a spacious walk in larder with double fridge. Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, Nespresso coffee machine, dishwasher and washer/dryer. Beautiful elevated views across conservation area. There is a door into the rear porch which in turn has a door giving direct access to the garden.


Bedroom 1 - Red Room: Luxurious room with French kingsize bed and sitting area with smart TV and charming decorative fireplace. Impressive double doors open into the antechamber (single bedroom which is perfect as an adjoining room).


Antechamber: Beautiful spacious addition to the larger Red Room with French single bed and separate storage. This room can also be accessed separately, the double doors to the larger Red room can also be locked off.


Shower room: Fully tiled, Double shower cubicle with rainfal shower head, heated towel rail, WC and handbasin.


Snug/office room: With Smart TV, sofa and library area, perfect for teenagers studying or somewhere to relax with a book.


Stairs to first floor;


Bedroom 2 - Master Suite: Handmade Superking bed, bedside tables, velvet sofa and footstall/coffee table, marble side table, walk in wardobe and dressing room, en-suite with double walk in shower, WC and twin handbasins. Three large sash windows with views over Torbay.


Bedroom 3 - Green Room: Twin beds with Zip n link option to Superking on request. Bedside cabinets, Vintage wardrobe and sash windows with views over Warberries.


Bedroom 4 - Single sleigh bed, wardrobe and Vestibule area with blanket box, views over the rear garden.


Bedroom 5 - Balcony room: Twin beds with Zip n link option to Superking on request. Wardrobe and handbasin. Balcony with lovely views over towards the Warberries and sea beyond.


Bathroom: Luxury bathroom with panelled walls, free standing bath with victorian claws, twin basins, WC and bidet. Sash windows with dual aspect views.


Seperate WC: WC with handbasin and sash window.


Outside Space and Parking: Enclosed front garden with views towards the sea ans Torbay. Enclosed rear garden with decking, lawned area and views over the church. Parking is directly outside the property, there are no parking restrictions.


Security Deposit: This property has a refundable Accidental Damage Deposit of £400, which is payable with the final balance of your holiday, eight weeks prior to your arrival, and is refunded within 5 working days of your departure. Alternatively, you may wish to pay a non-refundable Accidental Damage Deposit Waiver equivalent to 10% of the Accidental Damage Deposit value, which covers you for the full value of the Accidental Damage Deposit, should any damage occur during your stay.


Baby Equipment: TBC




Power and Heat: Gas central heating throughout with wood-burner in the living room.


Bedding and Linen: Bed linen and towels provided. Please bring your own beach towels.


NOTES: No smoking. 2 Pets welcome. WiFi provided. Starter pack for woodburner included.


Shop: 0.5 miles Pub: 0.2 miles

House Rules

Additional information and rules

1 dog allowed per booking. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog


- 6 bedrooms – 1 super-king-size, 1 king-size, 2 twins with zip-and-link beds that can be made into super-king-size on request, 2 singles

- 3 bathrooms – 1 bathroom with free-standing bath, WC and bidet, 1 shower room with WC, 1 en-suite shower room with WC, 1 WC

- Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, Nespresso coffee machine, dishwasher and washer/dryer

- Welcome pack

- Wood burner

- Smart TVs in lounge, snug and king-size room

- Please bring your own beach towels

- Enclosed courtyard at the front; enclosed rear garden with lawn area and decking with furniture

- On-street parking

- Pub 0.3 miles, shop and beach 0.5 miles


Additional information and rules

1 dog allowed per booking. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog


- 6 bedrooms – 1 super-king-size, 1 king-size, 2 twins with zip-and-link beds that can be made into super-king-size on request, 2 singles

- 3 bathrooms – 1 bathroom with free-standing bath, WC and bidet, 1 shower room with WC, 1 en-suite shower room with WC, 1 WC

- Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, Nespresso coffee machine, dishwasher and washer/dryer

- Welcome pack

- Wood burner

- Smart TVs in lounge, snug and king-size room

- Please bring your own beach towels

- Enclosed courtyard at the front; enclosed rear garden with lawn area and decking with furniture

- On-street parking

- Pub 0.3 miles, shop and beach 0.5 miles



Host Terms & Conditions

The Travel Chapter Limited, trading as “holidaycottages·co·uk”, acts as agent for the property owner. Therefore, when you make a booking the contract is between you and the owner. Please note our terms and conditions will also apply when you make a booking. These can be found in the footer of our website, holidaycottages·co·uk.

Full travel and key collection instructions will be emailed directly to you upon receipt of full payment.

As a guest of this cottage, you'll find a library, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Torquay cottage is smoke free.