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You can look forward to a water park, a terrace and a garden at The Spinney - Large home with hot tub, gym, amazing sea views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a gym.

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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

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5 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 10200 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Spinney

  • Summary:

    Spacious Year-Round Gem with Breathtaking Sea Views



    Inspiring and spacious, The Spinney is a year-round gem with breathtaking views over the sea and rolling Devon hills. Guests will find spaces inside and out to unwind or gather, with five bedrooms, four bathrooms and an enviably large private terrace, plus the beach just a short walk away. In cooler months, gather on plush sofas around the fireplace.



    The Space:

    PROPERTY DETAILS

    - 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms

    - Ground floor: one double bedroom with sliding-door access to the decked terrace, plus a snug with a king-size sofa bed (these two share a contemporary ensuite shower room)

    - Upstairs: a super-king master bedroom with ensuite shower room and oval bath; a twin room (two single beds, not zip and link); and a double bedroom with a large ensuite shower

    - An elegant, tiled monochrome family bathroom with a freestanding bath

    - Large private decked terrace and garden with hammock and dining table

    - Hot tub (new for Summer 2025), accommodates up to 8 guests

    - Private gym room beneath the terrace with a view, treadmill, bike machine, and weights

    - Open-plan modern kitchen and dining area

    - Sitting room with red velvet sofas and a fireplace

    - Reading nook and chess set tucked by the French doors



    THE SPACE

    A short walk up from the sandy beach, The Spinney is designed with every guest in mind — toddlers and teens alike. Every window offers its own spectacular view, and the interior makes the most of every nook and cranny. The open-plan kitchen is fully equipped, and the dining area is ideal for catching up on the day or making cocktails with friends. Cosy up by the fire in cooler months, or throw open the doors to the terrace when it's warm. Outside, guests can laze in the hammock, feast at the table, soak in the hot tub, or relax with a glass of fizz while taking in the view.



    Guest Access:

    Fresh Escapes will provide access details to the property exactly 48 hours before your check in time. The Spinney is for your exclusive use.



    The Neighborhood:

    If you want to explore a bit further than the garden, you can pop down to Broadsands – an idyllic sand-and-stone beach. Explore the rock pools at low tide or play a spot of football or cricket on the parkland directly behind the beach. The long promenade provides a level walk to both ends of the beach and has brightly coloured beach huts available to hire for the day. Its location makes it an ideal starting point for scenic coastal walks.



    You’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to food. Try the Waterside Inn or, down on the beach, K’ohana and The Venus Cafe. Rowcroft Hospice Shop & Tea Room is just five minutes’ stroll from the Spinney. Head to Squires to treat yourself to traditional fish and chips.



    Stoke Gabriel is a great place to explore, and The Shack there is very popular for breakfast, so worth booking. Sandridge Barton, Sharpham Wine’s vineyard is 10mins drive away, and has a very nice restaurant. Young’s Park, by the Goodrington’s Beach is a short drive or a very pretty coastal walk away. As well as a beautiful, sandy beach, it has lots of entertainment for the family, including mini golf, kids playground, giant inflatable slides, a pond with Swan Pedalos for hire in the summer and Cantina, a fantastic beachstyle restaurant.



    Paignton itself is one of the brightest jewels in the English Riviera’s crown. The seafront and town centre shops are all within close proximity, making it an ideal Devon holiday resort for that relaxing break away. Once you arrive, you don’t have to go far, but of course, there is plenty to see and do in the area if you wish to get out and about and explore. Visit the popular seaside towns of Brixham and Torquay, which are a short bus ride away. Also Kingswear and Dartmouth, as well as Greenway House (Agatha Christie’s home) and Dittisham. And the wild, open moorlands of Dartmoor are easy to get to by car. Like the rest of the English Riviera, Paignton benefits from a mild climate and sub-tropical palm trees, giving that real continental, holiday feel, and when we are blessed with good weather, you could be anywhere in the world. But, like all our coastal towns, they showcase their own beauty in the winter months too, so whatever time of year you choose to visit, you are sure to have an enjoyable stay.



    Please note, no stag, hen or pets are allowed to stay.



    Getting Around:

    It’s just a short bus ride to Brixham, Kingswear and into Paignton - and the bus stop is conveniently located just outside The Spinney.



    Other Things to Note:

    Included services



    - Parking

    - Cot/Crib

    - Pre-arrival hot tub fill and service

    - Baby high chair

    - Heating

    - Bed linen

    - Towels

    - Internet Access



    Interaction with Guests:

    The Spinney is professionally managed by Fresh Escapes. A Devon based privately owned Vacation Rental and Management company who are here to ensure your stay runs as smoothly as possible.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Gym

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,153 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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
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Rules

1. Occupancy & Visitors Maximum occupancy: Please do not exceed the number of guests booked for this accommodation Only registered guests are allow...

Pets

Pets not 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

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

About the area

Located in Paignton, this chalet is near theme parks and by the ocean. Churston Station and Palace Theatre are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Pirates Bay Adventure Golf and Brixham Harbour. Battlefield Live Torbay and Splashdown Quaywest are also worth visiting. Visit our Paignton travel guide
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Paignton, England

What's nearby

  • A steam locomotive with black and gold carriages traveling along a track beside a body of water.
    Goodrington Sands Beach
    8 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Battlefield Live Torbay
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Oyster Cove Beach
    9 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Churston Station
    10 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Broadsands Beach
    10 min drive - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Paignton Station
    11 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sunshine Cafe
    5 min drive
  • Cantina Kitchen & Bar
    5 min drive
  • Manor Inn
    17 min walk
  • Talk of the Town
    5 min drive
  • Harbour Light
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Spinney - Large home with hot tub, gym, amazing sea views pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Spinney - Large home with hot tub, gym, amazing sea views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Spinney - Large home with hot tub, gym, amazing sea views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Spinney - Large home with hot tub, gym, amazing sea views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Spinney - Large home with hot tub, gym, amazing sea views located?

Situated by the ocean, this chalet is within 1 mile (2 km) of Battlefield Live Torbay, Broadsands Beach and Oyster Cove Beach. Churston Station and Goodrington Sands Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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The Spinney Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

8.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Location

Views win

Great space with views overlooking broad sands bay and the heritage railway Let down a little by the property and grounds needing some care and attention - needs sone maintenance and a deep clean The downstairs bedroom and sofa bed would work better as a family suite with a double bed and twin beds . Just all a bit tired and lacking in some facilities such as not enough outdoor furniture and broken outdoor table and chairs and not enough furniture for everyone to sit together for dinner or to watch a movie Overall a great spot for a family holiday just needs a bit of TLC
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great place, short walk to beach. Great size

Great place, short walk to beach. Great size
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay with a group of friends!

Great place to stay with a group of friends, easy walk to the beach and everything you need in the house. Very well equipped and finished to a high standard. Bathrooms in particular are amazing!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The house is beautiful and in a really good location.

We had a wonderful stay at the Spinney- there was 10 of us (including 4 children) and we all had a great time. The house is beautiful and in a really good location. The only negative we felt was the check in time is quite late and check out fairly early!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really wonderful stay at the Spinney! Would definitely recommend. We were a group of 6 adults and 2 children and there was plenty of space to accommodate us all. Stunning views, lovely hot tub, well equipped kitchen, plenty of bathrooms and spacious living and bedrooms. Ideal location close to Brixham, Totnes and Paignton. Ideal for a larger group trip to Devon!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous house and gardens. Very well equipped kitchen. Modern bathrooms. Comfy beds. Superb views and outdoor veranda. Large hot tub.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Large hot tub... fabulous!

Fabulous house and gardens. Very well equipped kitchen. Modern bathrooms. Comfy beds. Superb views and outdoor veranda. Large hot tub.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent!!

Views were amazing! The downstairs conversion from one room into 2 is much better! We enjoyed another amazing weekend!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stunning and just the chill out we needed

Gorgeous spacious comfortable house , with an amazing view that met all the needs of my family. Lovely touch to provide scones etc and milk on arrival Nothing to say here
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful House, Lovely Views

We loved our stay at the Spinney, beautiful house, lovely rooms. Great addition of the hot tub, gym super, views absolutely amazing. Can see the steam train as it passes through, beach gorgeous and walkable, great little shop walkable up the road and a chippy. Everything so close, zoo, Goodrington, Brixham. Just be aware of the busy Dartmouth Road but other than that, perfect in every other way!!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lovely location great views, comfortable

Lovely location great views, comfortable. Had a lovely family weekend. The garden furniture needs upgrading, which is a shame as the balcony is lovely with spectacular views. There were a couple of maintenance issues which we reported to the manager. But overall we had a great stay and would recommend it.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great stay.

Great house which we have stayed in before and enjoy so we returned! Easy to find the house and lovely views across the sea. Lovely social lounge area for all the guests to be able to relax and enjoy. The hot tub addition this year was great and works for the size of property. Lights down to hot tub - feels quite dangerous going down the steps in the dark. Check heating ahead of guests arrival in winter so it’s not cold. Fresh escapes were keen to work out how to resolve boiler issues. Furniture could be better arranged in the smallest room to make it more useable for two adults sharing.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely property, fully equipped with everything you needed

The views were beautiful, but it would be spectacular during the summer. The mattress on the sofa bed could have been a bit more comfortable. The TV in the room did not work.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely place to stay! Great location - fantastic views!

Would recommend and stay again! Lots around to do/see - even in the home there are games and a great music system to use. Kitchen well stocked with plenty of plates/utensils etc - would only suggest to add a pair of scissors! Other than that had a great stay and would stay here if in the area with a large group again! Work had to be carried out during our stay which unfortunately only told about at 6pm the night before him coming at 8am and drilling!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We didn't want to leave

The location is stunning the house was fantastic plenty of room for 8 people. Fantastically stocked with kitchen and dining items, comfortable beds and lovely bathroom facilities. The owners and house manager were so helpful when we had a couple of minor problems . The hot tub is a welcome addition. A luxurious stay to celebrate my daughters 40th birthday. I liked it all it's a shame the garden is so steep but nothing can be done about that, not suitable for young children. Also it would have been helpful to have more information about kitchen equipment.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ideal family accommodation with stunning gardens

We stayed at the spinney for 3 nights during the Easter break - we were 2 families totalling 6 adults and 5 children. There was ample space for all of us. Every bedroom was a great size as were the bathrooms. The house was clean & tidy, all linens were plenty and again kept nice and clean and easy to locate. The outside space of the house was fantastic, stunning gardens and great decking area. The location of the house was great, close to lots of amenities and a very short drive to the beach, there are local shops within walking distance. Communication from the host was also fantastic, replied promptly and resolved any queries we had. Finding the house was easy as was access for check in. Overall we had a fantastic trip and highly recommend the spinney if you're looking to stay in the Torquay area.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Disappointing garden

Inside house was nice, but kitchen needs better stock - 2 wine glasses in a 10 berth house! Garden needed a lot of attention which was a real shame, it could have been stunning but grass not cut, dead flowers, brambles everywhere, broken mis match furniture and dangerous swing, fence and ballestrade.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024