It is privately owned and run by Ed & Kate Wood and independently graded as:
- 4 Star GOLD Guest Accommodation by VisitEngland - 2023-2024
- 4 Star GOLD Guest Accommodation by the AA - 2023
For its commitment to excellence it has also been awarded:
- Yearly winners of Tripadvisor 'Hall of Fame' for continued high scores and commitment to customer service.
- VisitEngland Breakfast Award 2023-24
- VisitEngland Rose Award in Recognition of Service Excellence 2018 - only 100 awarded per year.
- AA Breakfast Award up to 2023
- AA Dinner Award 2023
- 2020 Recognition of Excellence from HotelsCombined
Gold Awards Winners in the category of Small Boutique Hotel or Guest Accommodation in The Herald Express South Devon Hospitality Awards 2018 and crowned as Winners of South Devon's Bed & Breakfast, Guest House and Inn of the Year 2013. It is accredited by Child Friendly Matters.
It benefits from 12 en-suite bedrooms, a fully licenced bar lounge and restaurant and boasts 8 balcony rooms with breathtaking panoramic sea views over Lyme Bay.
Who are we ?
The Downs, Babbacombe is owned by us - Kate & Ed Wood. We purchased this lovely old house in June 2007 and live here with our 2 children Charlie & Emily, We live on site to the rear of the building.
What are we ?
We are family run, seafront guest accommodation offering bed and breakfast, optional evening meals and a fully stocked bar open to both residents and the public, with a seasonal forecourt café.
Where are we ?
We are set in a short Victorian terrace believed to have been built by Isaac Singer, of Singer sewing machine fame, c.1850. adjacent to Babbacombe Downs, close to Torquay harbour in The English Riviera, South Devon.
Awards
Whilst it has always been our aim here at The Downs to make your stay as comfortable as possible, we feel it is very important we seek advice and guidance from recognised experts, and as such since our purchase and whilst affiliated we received awards from, amongst others, the AA and VisitEngland.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our aim here at The Downs is to ensure you have a lovely stay. We have thought long and hard about everything we do, so if you have any questions not covered below please ask us before booking.
Access Statement
The Downs Babbacombe welcomes all visitors to our establishment and wherever practicable will cater for the individual needs of all our guests.
What we can do for you !
The highest value we put on our own holidays is that they are relaxing and hassle free. Let us minimise the hassle factor for you by using our Concierge service.
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Terms & Conditions
All bookings made in advance online, by telephone or in person, or on arrival in person are accepted on the basis that the terms and conditions of The Downs have been read, understood and agreed to.
