Southbourne Villa and Guest Accommodation - This charming, detached, award-winning Victorian Villa offers elegant 4-star guest accommodation in a peaceful, relaxing setting with a free car park for guests. The Villa has a great location, in a quiet, leafy conservation area away from the busy main roads and close to Torre Abbey and the Riviera International Conference and Leisure Centre. You can be assured of excellent hospitality and service. On a warm day or evening, you can relax on the south-facing sun terrace, accessed via the newly refurbished lounge. Free wireless internet access is available throughout the villa.

The Cherra - Close to Paignton's seafront, the esplanade and the beach, this family-run guest house offers free parking, relaxing and comfortable bed and breakfast accommodation and a warm welcome. The Cherra has a quiet, peaceful location within easy reach of all that this lovely seaside town has to offer. The Paignton and Dartmouth Steam Railway is just 0.5 miles (0.8 km) away. The Cherra has a 3-star guest-accommodation rating and boasts extensive facilities. It is fully licensed, with a well-stocked in-house bar, a TV lounge and a small putting green for the kids. All bedrooms are tastefully appointed and a romantic four-poster bedroom is available, alongside comfortable family rooms. The Cherra is family-run and your hosts, Martin and Geraldine Kirkland, pride themselves on offering a warm welcome to all. The guest house is pet friendly and dogs stay for free by prior arrangement.

Brooklands - This attractive Victorian house offers comfortable en suite accommodation at great-value rates in a quiet conservation area within easy reach of Torquay's seafront, the town centre and the Riviera Centre. Brooklands has been assessed by the AA and holds a 4-Star AA Quality Grading. Open all year round, this charming guest house has a lovely peaceful location within easy walking distance of all that Torquay has to offer. The beach, the Princess Theatre and the Pavilion shopping centre are just a short stroll away and the town's leisure facilities are also nearby. All the rooms are en suite and are located on the first floor. Each room is cosy and charmingly decorated, with central heating and double-glazed windows for warmth and peace and quiet. Every room offers complimentary beverages, a fridge, a TV with Freeview digital channels and a host of other thoughtful extras, including a selection of toiletries. Free Wi-Fi wireless internet access is available throughout. A generous full English breakfast or a continental breakfast is in included in the price and those with special dietary needs can also be accommodated. Guests have their own lounge, as well as use of the front garden/patio.

Cary Court - Guest House - This "Plantation-style" house was built over a century ago on part of the Cary Estate in the leafy Warberries, a quiet conservation area off the Babbacombe Road. Cary Court is a few minutes' walk from the harbour, theatre and shopping areas. A wide choice of pubs, clubs, restaurants and bars are close by .There is a heated outdoor swimming pool (seasonal) surrounded by south-facing sub-tropical gardens and sun decks. In the lounge, there are large ceiling fans to cool you in summer and cosy log fires to warm you in winter. A full English breakfast is served in elegant surroundings with views over the garden. Special diets can be catered for by prior arrangement. Tastefully decorated and comfortably furnished bedrooms feature a mixture of antique and period pieces, some with king-size beds, some with four-poster beds, all en suite. Minimum bookings for weekends are 2 nights, and 3 nights on public holidays.

Seaways - This small family-run guest house is beautifully situated on Paignton's picturesque seafront, just a 2-minute walk away from the beach and close to all amenities. Seaways is renowned for its excellent home-cooked food, good service and relaxed atmosphere. In addition to 11 comfortable en suite rooms, many of which enjoy sea views, the house boasts a welcoming bar and lounge, both with dramatic views over the seafront and Torbay. A small town in Torbay, the heart of the English Riviera, Paignton offers beautiful coastal walks, including the South West Coast Path (0.25 miles away), alongside a pier and traditional seaside attractions, such as Cook's Island Crazy Golf.

The Baildon Royd - The Baildon Royd is about 250 metres from Preston Sands Beach and Paignton Beach, and rests on a quiet road about 10 minutes from the main shopping area. The accommodation is comfy, cosy and complete with off-road parking for guests. Paignton Train Station is within walking distance. Each tasteful bedroom has free Wi-Fi internet and you can enjoy a home-cooked breakfast and a warm welcome from Cliff, Debbie and Tiger the cat.

Fairways (Silver Award 2007, 2008, July 2009) - Double Silver Award Winner, Fairways is less than 800 metres from the seafront. We provide free car parking for our guests and are close to all the amenities in Torquay. Fairways really allows you to explore the whole of Torbay to the full. We have recently been awarded our 3rd consecutive '4 Star Silver Award' by the Quality in Tourism Council. This is in recognition of the facilities we offer as well as the care and attention to detail that we extend to our guests. We are ideally situated on the main route to the seafront and within easy access of all facilities, such as the Princess Theatre, Torre Abbey, Torquay's Shopping Centre and the picturesque thatched village of Cockington.

Villa Marina - This beautiful Victorian villa stands out from the crowd. In a secluded garden, it is within easy walking distance of the Seafront, Princess Theatre, Torre Abbey, Riviera Conference Centre, shops and restaurants. Built in 1864, Villa Marina offers high-quality surroundings in a peaceful and relaxed atmosphere. Visit Britain has awarded Villa Marina with both a 4-star rating and its Silver Award. The Silver Award is for the highest standards of quality, service and hospitality. Very few Torquay accommodation providers have this award. Villa Marina also has a Silver Award from the Green Tourism Scheme for commitment to the environment. Each bedroom is stylishly decorated in soft neutral shades and furnished with beautiful natural wood furniture. All offer the facilities expected, including LCD TV (with Freeview) and free Wi-Fi. In addition to the free private car park, there is easy access to the excellent public transport system. Villa Marina welcomes children over 12 years of age.

Fingle Glen Golf Hotel - With its own beautifully kept 18-hole golf course, Fingle Glen Golf Hotel is located just off the A30, approximately 5 miles (8 km) from Exeter. Surrounded by the peace and tranquillity of the lush, green golf course, the hotel is wonderful for a relaxing break or as a restful base from which to explore the area. The hotel also makes a great stopover for the discerning business traveller looking for quiet, relaxing accommodation close to Exeter. Fingle Glen boasts a challenging 18-hole course and a floodlit driving range. There are 9 en suite double rooms and one suite available within the main complex and a further 12 log cabins overlooking the golf course's 18th green. The rooms are all situated on the first floor of the 24-hour manned club house. All of the rooms have been recently refurbished to a high standard, with all the modern comforts and facilities you need. The log cabins have 2 en suite bedrooms, a fully fitted kitchen, a dining area, and a decked area outside. The cabins sleep up to 4 people and are available for short or long-term bookings.

Elmsdale Guesthouse - Steve and Cathy welcome you to their warm, friendly guest house offering clean, quality accommodation all year round. The Elmsdale Guesthouse is less than an 800-metre level walk from the beach, and walking distance from the Riviera Centre and Torre Abbey. It is ideally located on a main road to the seafront and just a few minutes' walk from Torquay rail station. You are invited to enjoy a hearty breakfast and home-baked bread in the lovely airy dining room with individual tables. If you have any special requirements please ask and your hosts will do their very best to meet them and provide you with a relaxing and enjoyable stay.