A rare opportunity to acquire one of the best-located smaller hotels in Torquay, enjoying an exceptional clifftop position overlooking Babbacombe Downs, Lyme Bay and far-reaching coastal views beyond. This beautifully presented hotel combines strong accommodation provision, licensed food and beverage facilities, and a highly visible terrace café operation, all set in one of Torquay’s most sought-after visitor locations.
The hotel provides twelve tastefully decorated en-suite letting bedrooms, eight of which benefit from private sea-view balconies. Public areas include a spacious bar and lounge, a large restaurant/function room with terrace access, and a professionally equipped commercial kitchen capable of supporting significantly expanded food operations. The property is fully licensed to serve residents and non-residents and is licensed for up to 120 guests, a capacity that offers considerable upside potential relative to its current scale of operation.
To the front of the hotel is a large, licensed terrace café and tea area, which directly overlooks the Downs and benefits from extremely high seasonal footfall. This space is used to serve light lunches, cream teas, ice creams and a full range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, both for guests and passing visitors. The terrace also incorporates a takeaway kiosk with external servery, allowing for on- and off-sales and creating an additional revenue stream that is uncommon for properties of this size and quality.
The business currently trades well with good occupancy levels and strong room rates, but trading is deliberately restricted due to lifestyle choice and family and health considerations. As a result, there is clear and immediate potential to increase income by extending trading periods, expanding food service, reinstating full restaurant use, and improving marketing activity. The professionally installed kitchen and licensing position provide the foundations for a higher-end restaurant or expanded function and event trade, should a purchaser wish to pursue this.
Owners’ accommodation is arranged over two storeys and is both spacious and well-appointed, offering three bedrooms and flexible living space with private access. The accommodation benefits from multiple entrances, direct access to the rear council-run car park, and internal access to the hotel if required, making it suitable for full-time owner occupation while operating the business.
The sale includes all trade fixtures and fittings, with stock to be purchased at valuation upon completion. This is a reluctant sale of a genuinely special property that combines location, views, income potential and lifestyle appeal. Early viewing is strongly recommended.
