Croft Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2
- Land size
- 0.5 acres
- Use Class
- Use Class: C1
Description
This substantial former 26-bedroom hotel occupies a commanding central position in the highly sought-after coastal town of Torquay. Boasting stunning sea views and set within approximately half an acre, this impressive site is just a short stroll from the town centre, harbour, and beachfront. Over the decades, the property has been significantly altered and extended, including the addition of a three-storey southern extension. Located on a tree-lined road renowned for its high-end boutique hotels, the site enjoys a peaceful setting while being mere moments from Torquay's vibrant bars, restaurants, theatre, and marina. The property also benefits from dual access to the seafront a rare and valuable feature. Early viewing is highly recommended
The main entrance is on Croft Road, right in the heart of Torquay, with direct access to the large Shedden Hill car park. From the garden, a private pathway leads conveniently down to the seafront promenade. This prime location provides excellent access to main road links, with both bus and train stations within easy walking distance. The town centre and all local amenities are just a few hundred metres away - making this an unparalleled opportunity in a truly unique setting.
PLANNING
The current planning is for a hotel with owners' accommodation (C1 planning class)
OVERAGE
An offer subject to planning will be considered, and an overage provision will need to be discussed as a result.
PLANNING HISTORY
P/2019/0337: Change of usage to create 10 apartments. Approved 18.10.2019.
P/1999/0334: Installation of pvc windows and formation of roof terrace.
Approved 30.04.1999.
P/1998/0819: Alterations and erection of extension to bar lounge. Approved
10.07.1998.
P/1990/2023: Alterations and extensions to form covered pool and function room, additional accommodation and facilities and increase in parking. Approved 14.03.1991.
P/1990/2084: Demolition of parts of building. Approved 14.03.1991.
P/1986/2433: Alterations/extensions to staff/storerooms to form owners
accommodation. Approved 19.12.1986.
P/1982/1708: Illuminated AA and RAC signs. Approved 31.08.1982.
P/1979/1890: Provision of a fire escape. Approved.
P/1978/2697: Additional bedrooms. Approved
SERVICES
Mains gas, electricity water, broadband and drainage are all connected. No testing of these services has been undertaken by the agents, Ware Commercial.
BUSINESS RATES
Please make enquiries on the local valuation website (VOA) at
TENURE
Freehold
VIEWINGS.
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Map Location
Property details
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- Freehold
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- Date Posted
- 2026-07-17
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
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- Water
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- Heating
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- Broadband
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- Sewerage
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Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
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- Private Rights of Way
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- Listed Property
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- Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
- Accessibility
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- Parking
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- Garden
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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
1.8 Gbps
Gigabit full fibre · available to 84% of premises
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.
Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Cockington Primary School695 metresOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 5 to 11
- Pupils
- 380
- Type
- Academy converter
- Ellacombe Church of England Academy867 metresOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 337
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Faith
- Church of England
- Upton St James CofE Primary School948 metresOfsted: Requires improvement *
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 94
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Warberry CofE Academy0.8 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 368
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Torre Church of England Academy0.9 milesOfsted report card · Jan 2026
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 310
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
Secondary
- The Spires College0.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,154
- Type
- Foundation school
- Torquay Academy1 mileNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,472
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Torquay Girls' Grammar School1.1 milesOfsted: Outstanding
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,058
- Type
- Academy converter
- Gender
- Girls
- Torquay Boys' Grammar School1.2 milesOfsted report card · Feb 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,087
- Type
- Academy converter
- Gender
- Boys
- St Cuthbert Mayne School1.3 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,001
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Roman Catholic/Church of England
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Green space
Walking trail
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
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Getting Around
Nearest station
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.
Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.
Flood Risk
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Rivers and the sea
Surface water
The detail behind these bandings
The full report pinpoints where this location sits on the flood maps, and runs the deeper checks that usually only surface after an offer.
- Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
- Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
- Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
- Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
- Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
- Ground risks (included in the full report)
- Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)
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