Orestone Manor, Torquay

Orestone Manor - A 4-star country house hotel with sea-view suites, a 2AA Rosette restaurant, and award-winning gardens

Orestone Manor offers a selection of suites, including the Standard Suite with sea view, the Horsley Suite in the main house, and Deluxe Suites with sea views and hot tubs. The Garden room features a period four-poster bed and a private Jacuzzi® hot tub, while the contemporary split-level Coach House Suites provide modern accommodations. The main Orestone Manor restaurant holds two AA Rosettes, serving dishes made from local Devonshire produce such as South Devon beef, Exmoor lamb, and Teign River mussels. Guests can enjoy breakfast in the airy conservatory with garden views or relax in the small cocktail bar with Chesterfield sofas and an open fire. The property includes 1.5 hectares of award-winning gardens and a terrace for afternoon tea. Nearby attractions include Watcombe Beach (0.5 km), Maidencombe Beach (1 km), and Bygones museum (2.5 km). Exeter International Airport is 40 km away.

Pros

The 2AA Rosette restaurant features locally sourced ingredients, including Sharpham Estate wines.

Several suites offer sea views, private hot tubs, and terraces with garden furniture.

The property includes 1.5 hectares of award-winning gardens and a cozy lounge with an open fire.

Cons

Some rooms on the top floor require climbing two sets of stairs and are not suitable for guests with mobility issues.

The smallest rooms lack a view and measure only 9 square metres.