About this property
Hocking Cottage is a delightful stone-fronted dwelling, tucked away in the heart of St. Marychurch in Devon. This cottage is believed to date back to the early 18th century, maintaining some of its original features, whilst displaying a stylish interior, making it the perfect accommodation for a small family of four looking to explore Torquay. The property is adorned with a light decor and lovely exposed beams, showing off a wealth of character, while stunning hardwood flooring can be seen throughout the living space. The sitting room has a large corner sofa and is ideal for relaxing and unwinding after a long day of sightseeing, while the kitchen has a set of white fitted units and wooden worktops, with a range of high-quality appliances on-hand to produce some delicious home-cooked meals for the family. Upstairs you will find two bedrooms, a double, and a twin which features zip/link beds that can be made into a super-king-size upon request, catering to all types of groups; with a wall-mounted TV in each bedroom, you don't have to leave your bed of a morning to catch up on your favourite shows! There is a family bathroom with a P-shaped bath and shower over, plus contemporary fixtures and fittings and lovely white tiling. Hocking Cottage is set in the centre of the village of St Marychurch, nearby a range of local shops, pubs, restaurants, tea rooms and cafés you can reach within walking distance, along with a delicious selection of the freshest fish and seafood which arrives daily at the thriving Fish Market. Why not pop into the precinct or stroll along Babbacombe Downs, where you will find the famous Victorian cliff railway and Babbacome Theatre? You will also find Babbacombe Model Village, spanning across four acres of award-winning gardens which opened in 1963 by Tom Dobbins, showcasing a miniature model village, including houses, vehicles, a castle, and a dragon. Venture towards Torquay Golf Club, founded in 1909 and had three-lined fairways with magnificent views across Lyme Bay and Portland Bill, which is open to visitors of all types, whether an amateur or a seasoned professional. If you’re looking for a fun-filled day out, why not visit Kents Cavern, one of the most important Stone Age sites in Europe, one of Britain's best show caves and one of Devon’s most popular attractions? Daily tours will take you back to a time when the cave was home to ancient humans, sheltering from extreme weather, and its extensive labyrinth of caverns, 400-million-year-old rocks and spectacular stalagmites and stalactites are awe-inspiring. This property is less than three miles from popular Torquay, and its host of attractions and an array of beautiful sandy shores. The South West Coastal Path can also be accessed, where you can enjoy walking or cycling across the famous route, whilst appreciating the picturesque coastline. Hocking Cottage is the perfect base for a seaside Devonshire holiday.
The charming neighbourhood of St Marychurch is idyllically located along the South Devon Coast, with quick access to the well-known vacation spots of Torquay and Babbacombe Bay. A stroll through the neighbourhood will reveal a wide variety of restaurants, taverns, and takeaways, as well as a bakery and ice cream shop. There are independent boutiques to browse, as well as fully-stocked stores to pick up any last-minute necessities. Discover the wonders of Babbacombe Village, where you may savour the miniature settings and residents on offer or ride the Babbacombe Cliff Railway for picturesque trips from Oddicombe Beach to the clifftops, where you can take in the breath-taking vistas.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x King Size with TV and 1 x twin with TV.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room
Gas central heating.
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine.
3 x TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Allocated off-road parking for 1 car, free roadside parking.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.1 miles, beach 0.9 miles
Nearby points of interest
- Babbacombe Model Village
- Torquay Museum
- House of Marbles
- Shaldon Beach
- Blackpool Sands
- Golden Hind
- Dartmouth Castle
- Powderham Castle
Reviews (18)
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Marilyn
Very cosy and warm. Right in centre of precinct but very quiet as through a small alleyway. Good to be central to amenities and a very short walk to Babbacombe Downs and beach. We hope to return another time. Thank you Keith for pointing out the free parking space for the cottage.
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Cathy
This quirky little cottage is super comfortable, in a great location. Itâs down a short laneway which means itâs away from street noise, but at the same time no more than 20 metres from St Marychurch shops with excellent butcher, fresh fish shop, bakeries, cafes and multiple small supermarkets all within a few hundred metres. It doesnât have any views and is relatively overlooked but itâs also in an excellent location for walks in the area and to access the local buses. Itâs an easy walk to cliffs, beaches and Torquay is a half hour walk or short bus trip. Itâs small with some low ceilings but has bags of character, is well designed and maximises space. We were a little concerned to find out the private parking was not connected to the property but in the end it didnât turn out to be a big problem. Parking is about 50 metres away behind the main street. We only used the king bedroom which was spacious and comfy, but the second twin room looked equally good. Both have their own tv in addition to downstairs. The large bathroom had both bath and shower and with hot water from the combi-boiler, far superior to an electric shower in the cold weather. The kitchen had everything expected and the lounge was super comfortable. The only thing that wasnât perfect was the soft lighting in the lounge which was great for relaxing or watching tv but not very good for reading for example. We enjoyed a great relaxing stay here and extended our original booking. Highly recommended.
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Beverley
It was a very comfortable stay and it has great facilities and is in a great location. We would definitely recommend this accommodation and would rebook it if we return to the area.