| Hotel Description: |
The hotel derives its name from the enchanting Ansteys Cove, Torquay, once a smuggler's haven.
Torquay is the heart of the English Riviera with the sunniest weather in England (most of the time)
Ansteys Lea was originally a victorian gentleman's residence and became a small hotel in 1946, and is today a 24 bedroom hotel of great warmth and character.
The hotel is situated between Torquay's town centre and marina on one side, and on the other side Babbacombe Downs with their magnificent sea views. The nearby village of Wellswood in Torquay has a selection of all kinds of shops, including a supermarket cash point, retail shops, florists and pub.
Within ten minutes stroll from the hotel, you will be in Torquay's centre, enjoying the Edwardian Pavilion, the lights and the harbour. Or a short walk in the other direction takes you to Babbacombe with its famous Model Village - cited as one of the 'twenty places in Britain' you must visit by Woman magazine. Babbacombe also has Bygones, a museum and curiosity shop with a genuine railway engine.
The main lawned area sees the sun for the best part of the day, and is so sheltered that almost anything grows. A well laid out rockery meanders round the lawns.
A small summerhouse, close to the hotel, is a peaceful spot to survey the world go by.
The heated swimming pool is surrounded by a large patio area.
The hotel is on the main bus route into the Torquay city centre. It takes a matter of minutes.
Our Wedgwood Blue Dining Room is both gracious and welcoming. Its main feature being a superb bay window which overlooks our landscaped garden with its famous Torbay Palms.
The high traditional Victorian ceiling with cornices and roses are a wonderful architectural feature.
The atmosphere in the dining room is enhanced by several original signed pictures, and lighting designed to create the right mood. We have even kept the original brass 'butler's bell' should you need attention.
While waiting for dinner, you can relax in the adjoining lounge, where there are games, books, a teletext TV set and lots of information on things to do in the surrounding area. The lounge is comfortably furnished with matching settees and armchairs.
On from the main blue dining room is another smaller dining room, with an intimate dance floor. From here glazed double doors lead on to another dining area overlooking the swimming pool and patio area.
We have a romantic lighting system. From a dimmer switch, the dining area can be illuminated via ceiling and wall lights. | | Room Information: | Single Room
All our 24 bedrooms have en-suite facilities, colour TV, wall mounted radio, alarm call facility, tea and coffee making tray and ample wardrobe and drawer space.
Number of Beds:1 | Double Room
All our 24 bedrooms have en-suite facilities, colour TV, wall mounted radio, direct dial telephone, alarm call facility, tea and coffee making tray and ample wardrobe and drawer space.
Number of Beds:1 | Twin Room
All our 24 bedrooms have en-suite facilities, colour TV, wall mounted radio, direct dial telephone, alarm call facility, tea and coffee making facilities and ample wardrobe and drawer space.
Number of Beds:2 |
| | Getting There: |
 Ansteys Lea Hotel is easily accessible by road or rail.
From Torquay Railway Station we are only a short bus or taxi ride away.
By car the easiest way to fnd us is to go to the Torquay Harbour, then take road to Babbacombe, and you will find us where shown on the map. | | Business Facilities: |
Back conservatory and dinning area available for hire for meetings. The resident's lounge is also available.
| | Local Attractions: |
kents caverns Distance: 1 miles
oldest pre historic caves in europe
babbacombe model village Distance: 2 miles
largest model village in england
princess theatre Distance: 2 miles
large theatre in torquay with variety of shows each week
cockington Distance: 4 miles
olde worlde devon thatched roof village with crafts demonstrations
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| | Restaurant Information: | | Wedgewood Blue Dinning Room |
Sample MenuStarter, Chefs home made vegetable soup
prawn cocktail
fruit juiceMain Course, roast beef
roast lamb
honey roast gammon
chicken cord en bleu
fillet of cod with lemon and butter sauceDessert, apple crumble
treacle sponge pudding
cheesecake | | Guest Services: |
Family & Children
Pets are allowed
Hospitality
Restaurant
Lounge / Bar
Non-smoking area
Dinner Menu
Full English Breakfast
| | Hotel Policies: |
A credit card is required as a guarantee. If the booking is not cancelled outside of the cancellation notice period, your credit card will be charged with the full amount of the booking. | Payment - We accept
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