Introduction
Neil and Sally Taylor welcome you to the Torcroft Hotel, their small family run hotel in Torquay, Devon’s major seaside town.
The Torcroft Hotel is an elegant Victorian hotel situated within walking distance of the seafront at Torquay. It has 15 en-suite bedrooms, parking and a delightful south-facing garden with partial sea views.
The atmosphere is both friendly and peaceful. We do not accept stag or hen parties or large groups of young people, but are happy to accept booking from sporting groups and other associations.
The hotel is close to the Riviera Centre, so is convenient for visitors attending conferences. It is also five minutes’ walk from the Princess Theatre, which showcases excellent shows throughout the year.
Small, well behaved dogs are welcome (as long as they don’t chase Oscar, our ragdoll cat).
The Torcroft Hotel makes an excellent base from which to explore the delights of South Devon. There are several National Trust properties nearby, notably Greenway, Agatha Christie's house and Coleton Fishacre.
We are within walking distance of Torre Abbey and Cockington Village. Brixham can be reached by bus or car. There are two steam railways near us: Paignton to Kingswear, and Buckfastleigh to Totnes - both offering wonderful views of the countryside. Dartmoor and its villages are recommended excursions, as is the River Dart, with Kingswear and Dartmouth on each side, with regular ferries across the Dart.
About us
Neil and Sally moved into the Torcroft Hotel in November 2009, and this is a new adventure for them. Neil worked as a design engineer in London and San Francisco, and Sally trained as a fashion designer, worked in publishing and most recently worked as a PA at the London Ambulance Service. Both Neil and Sally are keen runners and choral singers. They joined the Torbay Singers and sang their first concert with them in March (Bach Bm Mass - bliss!). They plan to provide freshly cooked, healthy meals for guests, starting with a hearty breakfast!
