Ashwood Grange in Torquay, England

Ashwood Grange offers free private parking and a well-appointed guest lounge with a fireplace and board games. The property provides complimentary Wi-Fi throughout and a peaceful garden space with a sun terrace and outdoor furniture for guests to use. The hotel also offers daily housekeeping, express check-in/check-out, luggage storage, and a shared lounge/TV area.

Rooms are en-suite with private bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, and tea/coffee making facilities. Each room includes a work desk, complimentary toiletries, and a fan for warmer weather. The hotel has family rooms and a basic double room, all with garden views or views of Torquay.

Breakfast is served in a cozy dining area and includes a diverse menu of full English, continental, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Guests order their breakfast the night before and it is cooked fresh to order by the host Stuart. The breakfast is consistently praised by guests and is considered one of the highlights of the stay.

Ashwood Grange is a short walk from Torre railway station and on the route of the number 12 bus, which runs every 10 minutes to Torquay town centre, Paignton, Brixham, and Newton Abbot. Torre Abbey Historic House & Gallery is nearby and the seafront is a 15-20 minute walk. Exeter International Airport is 39 km away.

The hotel offers family rooms and a family suite (2 adults + 2 children) with additional space. Guests have used the hotel for family celebrations, including a son's 18th birthday, and the hosts accommodated special requests like putting up birthday banners. The owners are noted for being welcoming to families, including those with autistic children, providing a calm environment.

Accommodation: En-suite rooms with flat-screen TVs and tea/coffee facilities

Dining: Full English breakfast cooked fresh to order

Location: Near Torre station and bus route to Torquay seafront

Family: Family rooms and suite with welcoming hosts

Parking: Free private on-site car park