Title: 1 Astor House - stunning south facing uninterrupted sea views with balcony Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 1 Astor House - stunning south facing uninterrupted sea views with balcony ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21990000/21982300/21982274/651d3636.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21990000/21982300/21982274/w2880h1998x0y1-4399a391.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21990000/21982300/21982274/a2528b49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21990000/21982300/21982274/1d987e3b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21990000/21982300/21982274/09816175.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Perched on a cliff-top overlooking the beach, Astor House Apartments boast panoramic sea views from most apartments. With ultrafast Wi-Fi and exclusive premier apartments featuring spacious living areas and balconies, this seaside retreat offers the perfect blend of comfort, freedom and stunning location. 8.6 Excellent ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4624 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Water view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 1 Astor House - stunning south facing uninterrupted sea views with balcony See the Sea! If you are wanting a property with a view, Astor House Apartments are hard to beat! Astor House Apartments are set in an unrivalled spot of Torquay, overlooking the beach and Torbay, yet only a few hundred metres from the town centre and main seafront. This lavish Victorian Villa now boasts two contemporary wings and offers high quality self-catering apartments in the heart of the English Riviera. Please note due to the age of the building there is no lift. Torquay is bustling with life with plenty of things to see and do, whether you are visiting as a couple or as a family, you won't have time to be bored! With its iconic palm trees, sub-tropical climate busy harbour, international marina, over twenty sandy award-winning beaches, twenty-two miles of coastline and numerous attractions there is something on offer for everyone. Torquay has a wonderful array of continental style cafes, restaurants and cocktail bars. This lively, yet laid back vibe makes this seaside town the ideal place to enjoy a few days by the sea! There is so much we could write about it, but why not come and see for yourself! Astor House Self-Catering Apartments offers contemporary comfort and sumptuous style with breath-taking uninterrupted panoramic sea views from our south-facing cliff-top location from most apartments. It's central location also allows you to explore the local area. Our exclusive premier apartments also come with added features, including extra spacious living areas and their own balconies. These modern and luxurious apartments provide the space, comfort and freedom that a hotel lacks, allowing you to truly relax and make the most of your break. Parking is available on the unrestricted roadside around Astor House. There is also a large car park nearby on Shedden Hill. At Plumlocations we are proud to offer the following: contemporary coastal apartments, self-check in service after 3pm on the day of arrival, ultrafast Wi-Fi, family owned, expert advice from our local team, great incentive to book direct for lowest price guaranteed and exclusive special offers. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 624 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 64061 ## About the area Located on the beach, this cottage is in Torquay City Centre, a neighbourhood in Torquay. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Dartmoor National Park and Institute Beach, while Princess Theatre and Torquays Dinosaur World are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Torquay United FC or Newton Abbot Racecourse. [Visit our Torquay travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Torquay.dx5453) [View more Cottages in Torquay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Torquay-Cottages.d5453-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.46376%2C-3.53266&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=QwA_b1Z-ZCWFAgCkxLMZpbnuufs=) Torquay, Torbay ### What's nearby - Torre Abbey Sands - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Princess Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Torre Abbey - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Meadfoot Beach - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles - Babbacombe Beach - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles ### Getting around - Torquay Station - 11 min walk - Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 39 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Calypso Coffee Company - ‬11 min walk - ‪TQ Beerworks - ‬1 min walk - ‪Pier Point - ‬8 min walk - ‪Loungers Visto Lounge - ‬6 min walk - ‪Rock Garden Cafe Bar - ‬12 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 1 Astor House - stunning south facing uninterrupted sea views with balcony pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at 1 Astor House - stunning south facing uninterrupted sea views with balcony? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 1 Astor House - stunning south facing uninterrupted sea views with balcony? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is 1 Astor House - stunning south facing uninterrupted sea views with balcony located? > Located in Torquay City Centre, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Princess Theatre, Torquay Marina and Riviera International Conference Centre. Torre Abbey Sands and Torre Abbey are also within 15 minutes. Torquay Station is 11 minutes by foot and Torre Station is 20 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 1 Astor House - stunning south facing uninterrupted sea views with balcony Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marc D. 24 May 2018 #### The property was clean, well laid out for 2 + 2 family & parking good considering space constraints We recently stayed for 2 nights. The weather was absolutely superb & enhanced what was a beautiful location & villa. The view from the balcony in apartment #1 was stunning. The villas aligning the bay reminded me a lot of Monaco - very stylish, but with space at such a premium, optimum use was essential. We were allocated car parking slot #1, which was off--road, directly outside the main entrance and frankly essential to remove any stress / hassle of trying to find a space on arrival @ ~11pm. I had a couple of email exchanges with the proprietor Steve before making the journey. His instructions were precise, timely & gave me everything we needed. All in all, this was a great short break. The surrounding town typified an English seaside location but the seafront was very nice with lots of memorable views and places to re-hydrate / fuel up for long walks. The only minor negative point of the whole experience was that access to / from the villa gardens to sea level / beach front was blocked as there was on-going renovation, but this had nothing to do with the owners of the villa I hasten to add! ##### Marc D. Stayed 2 nights in May 2018 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Robert C. 10 Oct 2016 #### Too much climbing for senior citizens Flat was clean however to have to climb out of the window to enjoy the view was not mentioned..no good for older people five flights at 75 years of age is not good needed an iron lung when we got there. ##### Robert C. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Stephen H. 23 Sept 2016 #### Great View Great place with a spectacular view! Situated above several bars and restaurants which a certain amount of fitness is required to walk down to. Ok for us but probarbly not suitable for people with mobility problems. Saying that, we never had a problem acquiring a cab to get down the hill or back up after several libations (between £3.90 - £5.00). Loved Torquay. Recommend Ferry trip to Brixham. ##### Stephen H. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### Maxine Y. 16 Sept 2016 #### Good view. Need to be fit! Lovely view and tidy apartment. Decor is required to some doors and walls though. No mention it was on the top floor and after climbing 157 steps from the restaurants below a further four flights of stairs is a killer! But good for keeping fit. To get on the balcony you have to climb through a window!! Great location though near good restaurants and the centre of Torquay. Just needs a lift!!! ##### Maxine Y. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jude P. 10 Sept 2016 #### Home away from home with a great view We really enjoyed our stay at Astor House. It had all the creature comforts of home and the location was fantastic. It was an easy walk into town or strolling along the promenade and there were a number of eateries nearby so if you didn't feel like cooking at home there was plenty of choice. Would definitely stay there again. ##### Jude P. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eija P. 30 Jun 2016 #### Holiday in June We enjoyed our stay in Astor House very much. The apartment was big enough, very tidy, stylish and well equipped. It was quiet in the house. The sea view was breath taking day and night. We can recommend Astor House to families, couples and everybody. ##### Eija P. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clive M. 19 Jun 2016 #### Everything was excellent would go again We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The apartment was very clean and the views were amazing. Would recommend to others and definitely consider staying there again. ##### Clive M. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kadiatou Kone W. 25 May 2016 #### Beautiful I really enjoyed a night beer and to be honest it was brilliant to the point I have organised a girly night out and we shall stay here with my friends. Nothing to complain about. ##### Kadiatou Kone W. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Michaela-may K. 22 Apr 2016 #### Great location amazing stay The apartment was amazing modern styled and very spacious , the location is the best made my stay waking up in the morning to see the sunny beach great location right near the town centre loads to do Loved it would defiantly stay again ##### Michaela-may K. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### Linda M. 3 May 2014 #### Flat 1 I have marked the Location on the whole property as good because of the lovely views over the bay. The rest of my review refers to the flat. Having received an E mail notification of how to gain entry to Astor House which appeared to relate to Flat 16 I duly read the individual description on the web site and was looking forward to a couple of nights of luxury. How disappointed was I to discover that we were actually in Flat 1 in the attic with the only access to the triangle of balcony was to climb through the window. It's a good job my husband and are quite spritely 61 year olds! The extensive advertising of the property refers to luxurious but I'm sorry Flat 1 although adequate is not luxurious The very basic chipboard wardrobe in the bedroom had obviously seen better days as the joints were loose and it leaned to one side. Most of the space inside was taken up by a large duvet stuffed into the bottom of it. The feather stuffed cushions on the sofa bed in the lounge were smelly. I thought at one point maybe the duck was stuffed into them as well! The front of the kitchen unit housing the fridge freezer was broken and probably had been for some time and I would have thought that a bathroom described as luxurious would at least have a toilet role holder fitted to house the half a toilet role that was found on our arrival. A phone call to the housekeeper rectified that problem. On a positive note (yes there are some) The view was lovely, our stay was very peaceful and being able to get instant hot water and heat at the turn of a dial was good. Amazingly I'm going to tick yes to both of the next questions. ##### Linda M. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hilton London Metropole](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Hilton-London-Metropole.h26134.Hotel-Information) > > [Strand Palace Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-The-Strand-Palace-Hotel.h179.Hotel-Information) > > [Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Hotels-Jurys-Inn-Birmingham.h789053.Hotel-Information) > > [Leonardo Royal Hotel London City - Tower of London](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Leonardo-Royal-London-City-Tower-Hill.h530052.Hotel-Information) > > [The Trecarn Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Torquay-Hotels-The-Trecarn-Hotel.h12617650.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal National Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-The-Royal-National-Hotel.h55001.Hotel-Information) > > [The Edwardian Manchester, A Radisson Collection Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-The-Edwardian-Manchester.h1044199.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Birmingham Metropole](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Hotels-Hilton-Birmingham-Metropole.h436233.Hotel-Information) > > [Corinthia London](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Corinthia-London.h3849185.Hotel-Information) > > [Zedwell Piccadilly Circus](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Zedwell-Piccadilly-Trocadero.h42297074.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Birmingham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Birmingham.h15832.Hotel-Information) > > [InterContinental London - The O2 by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-InterContinental-London-The-O2.h11518997.Hotel-Information) > > [Anchorage Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Torquay-Hotels-Anchorage-Hotel.h3741079.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Park-Plaza-Westminster-Bridge-London.h3113039.Hotel-Information) > > [Sofitel London Heathrow](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Sofitel-London-Heathrow.h1740977.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-London-Kensington-High-St.h9789.Hotel-Information) > > [The Cumberland, London](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Great-Cumberland-Place.h21659.Hotel-Information) > > [Titanic Hotel Liverpool](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Liverpool-Hotels-Titanic-Hotel-Liverpool.h7763320.Hotel-Information) > > [The Tower Hotel, by Thistle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-The-Tower-Hotel.h2479.Hotel-Information) > > [London Hilton on Park Lane](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-London-Hilton-On-Park-Lane.h26769.Hotel-Information) > > [The Downs Babbacombe](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Torquay-Hotels-The-Downs-Babbacombe.h2244516.Hotel-Information) > > [The Municipal Hotel Liverpool - MGallery](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Liverpool-Hotels-The-Municipal-Hotel-Liverpool-Mgallery.h91370465.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton London Kensington](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Hilton-London-Kensington.h26612.Hotel-Information) > > [The Babbacombe Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Torquay-Hotels-The-Babbacombe-Hotel.h27812223.Hotel-Information) > > [Shangri-La The Shard, London](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Shangri-La-The-Shard.h8035714.Hotel-Information) > > [Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Copthorne-Tara-Hotel-London-Kensington.h26145.Hotel-Information) > > [Leonardo Royal London St Paul’s](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Leonardo-Royal-London-St-Pauls.h1457972.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel London -Tower of London](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Hotel-London-Tower-Of-London.h3977996.Hotel-Information) > > [Leonardo Royal London Tower Bridge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Leonardo-Royal-London-Tower-Bridge.h4190769.Hotel-Information)