The Purple Tree Guest House – A Favorite for Families in Torquay
About the Hotel
Rooms & Suites
The Purple Tree Guest House offers ten bedrooms with en-suite shower rooms and two self-catering family apartments. Rooms include memory foam mattresses, Egyptian cotton bedding, USB charging points, Smart TVs with Netflix access, and tea/coffee facilities. The Palm Suite features a lounge with a kitchenette, two bedrooms (one double, one twin), and en-suite bathrooms. The Olive Suite has a lounge, kitchenette, and two bedrooms (one double, one double with a bunk bed). Both suites include Smart TVs, air fryers, microwaves, and fridges. A seasonal outdoor pool and hot tub are available from June to September.
Dining Options
Breakfast is served from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM in the dining room. The guest house has a licensed bar for snacks and drinks. Self-catering is possible in the suites, with kitchenettes equipped with microwaves, toasters, and cutlery. Nearby dining options include Torquay Marina's bars and restaurants, such as The Elephant and The Orange Tree.
Leisure & Activities
The guest house has a heated outdoor pool, hot tub, and sun terrace. Torquay's seafront is a 15-minute walk away, with access to watersports and the Agatha Christie Mile. The Princess Theatre and Babbacombe Theatre host West End-style shows. Nearby attractions include Torre Abbey, Kents Cavern, and Dartmouth Steam Railway. Glass workshops (fused or Tiffany-style) are available for £50-£90 per person.
Location & Transport
The guest house is a 15-minute walk from Torquay's seafront and town center. Torre Railway Station is 350 yards away, with connections to Exeter, Plymouth, and Dartmouth. Berry Head (wild dolphin sightings), Dartmoor National Park, and Exeter Cathedral are within 30 minutes by car. Exeter International Airport is 45 km away.
Services & Extras
Free BT Full Fibre Wi-Fi and private parking are provided. The licensed bar serves drinks and snacks. Glass workshops require advance booking, with pieces ready for collection within 48 hours. The property is pet-friendly and offers family accommodations, including ground-floor suites. Private pool and hot tub reservations are available.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Off-site car park
- Pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Golf course
- Billiard tables
- Darts
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Paid shuttle service
- Pet amenities available
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Children
- Cots
- Video games
- Board games
- Children's play area
- Toys
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Jacuzzi
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
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