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✓Grade II listed early Victorian villa with lavish architecture and seductive ambience
✓Detached property set in over an acre of landscaped grounds with gentle gravel paths, manicured sea view vistas, picnic-beckoning lawns, large garden with woodland, and uninterrupted sea views
✓Private on-site parking for 6 cars plus additional on-road parking available
✓Gas central heating throughout the house
✓Electricity and gas fuel types supplied
✓WiFi internet access included
✓5 bedrooms located on the first floor with elegant staircase access and original marble fireplaces in rooms
✓Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) bed, 18" Freeview TV, en-suite with roll top bath, heated towel rail, and toilet
✓Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) bed, 18" Freeview TV, en-suite with bath and shower over, heated towel rail, and toilet
✓Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) bed, 18" Freeview TV, sink and toilet on the landing opposite
✓Bedroom 4: Four single (3ft) beds, 18" Freeview TV, en-suite with bath and shower over and toilet, ideal for children
✓Bedroom 5: Two single (3ft) beds, en-suite with cubicle shower and toilet, also accessed from landing
✓Additional two separate toilets on the ground floor
✓Main living room with 40" Freeview TV, floor to ceiling bay windows with ocean views, high ceilings, wood flooring in hallway, grand staircase, character features, and splendid fireplaces
✓Second informal sitting room with Freeview TV, ideal for relaxing with a film
✓Dining room with twelve place table adjacent to picturesque country kitchen with pretty garden views
✓Kitchen equipped with range cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, fridge, dishwasher, and coffee machine
✓Utility room with washer dryer and additional washing machine
✓Lower ground floor games room featuring table tennis, dartboard, and table football
✓Coastal aspect garden room perfect for quiet relaxation
✓Sea view terrace suitable for al fresco meals, especially popular in summer months
✓Original marble fireplaces and character features throughout the property
✓Wood flooring in hallway and grand staircase area
✓High ceilings and lavish architectural details throughout the villa
✓Welcome pack provided on arrival
✓Bed linen and towels included
✓Security deposit of £500 required
✓Check-in after 15:00 and check-out before 10:00
✓No smoking allowed anywhere on the property
✓Pets allowed free of charge, maximum 2 pets
✓Baby and toddler friendly with travel cot, highchair, and stairgate available
✓Children must be supervised at all times while in the grounds
✓No stag or hen parties permitted
✓Level access available
✓Close proximity to Meadfoot Beach (Blue Flag), directly below the villa, famous as childhood haunt of Agatha Christie
✓Beach accessible by road within 1 mile
✓Shops located 0.5 mile away, pubs within 1 mile, and restaurants within 500 yards
✓Coastline and local visitor attractions within 5 miles including opportunities for sunbathing, swimming, horse riding, mountain biking in nearby National Parks, canoeing, bird watching, surfing, sailing, wind surfing, golf, and relaxing spa days

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Local Insights: Longcroft House

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Torquay, Devon

Weather & Local Conditions

15°C

Clear sky

Updated: 28 Aug 2026, 3:07am

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15.30°C

Temperature

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9 km/h

Wind Speed

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93%

Humidity

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Packing Tip: UK weather can turn quickly, so pack layers whatever the forecast. A waterproof and sturdy shoes mean the whole group can head out whatever August throws at you.

What to Expect Through the Year

✓ May - September: Warmest, longest days - ideal for big group days out, gardens and BBQs
✓ October - November: Crisp autumn colour, cosy evenings by the fire, quieter attractions
✓ December - February: Perfect for a snug winter escape - great for Christmas and New Year gatherings
✓ March - April: Spring blooms, longer evenings returning, wildlife becoming active

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Rainy Day Tip: A large cottage comes into its own on wet days - board games, a long lunch and a film with the whole group beat a cramped hotel any day. Check the tabs here for nearby pubs and attractions with indoor options.

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Longcroft House sits in a location with genuinely dark skies - a real treat for a group, and something you rarely get at home in town.

Bortle Scale Rating

The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):

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Class 4 - Rural/suburban transition

This location's dark sky rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.

The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.

Best Stargazing Conditions

✓ New Moon periods: Darkest skies, best Milky Way visibility
✓ Winter months: Earlier darkness, crisper skies, Orion constellation prominent
✓ After 11pm: Neighbouring lights typically switched off
✓ Allow 20 minutes: Let your eyes adjust to darkness before looking up

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Pro Tip: Download a stargazing app like "Sky Map" or "Star Walk" before arrival. Mobile signal can be limited, and these apps work offline - a fun activity to share with the whole group.

Location & Elevation

118m

(387 feet above sea level)

Longcroft House sits in a peaceful Devon setting - space to spread out and the perfect base for a group getaway.

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118m

Elevation

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Torquay

Nearest Village

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Rural

Setting

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

✓ Fresher air: Expect it a touch cooler than coastal areas - bracing walks and restful sleep
✓ Clearer air: Less pollution and haze, better views and stargazing
✓ Morning mists: Valley fog sometimes forms below, creating magical sunrise views
✓ Walking access: Higher starting point means shorter climbs to hilltops and summits

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Driving Note: The roads to Torquay are typical Devon lanes - narrow in places with passing spots. If the group is arriving in several cars, share the postcode and a meeting point in advance.

Coordinates

Latitude: 50.4618730° N | Longitude: 3.506639° W

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Today's sun times for Torquay (Friday, 28 August 2026):

5:20am

Sunrise

6:09pm

Golden Hour

7:09pm

Sunset

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5:20am

Sunrise

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7:09pm

Sunset

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6:09pm

Golden Hour

Planning Your Days by Season

✓ Summer (Jun-Aug): Sunset around 9:30-10pm - long days for group walks, days out and late alfresco dinners
✓ Autumn (Sep-Nov): Sunset 5-7pm - perfect timing for an after-dinner drink as the stars come out
✓ Winter (Dec-Feb): Sunset around 4pm - cosy early evenings by the fire, ideal for stargazing
✓ Spring (Mar-May): Sunset 6-9pm - watch the evenings grow longer each day

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Golden Hour: For the best light, plan your group photo or evening walk around golden hour (6:09pm). The warm colours make for lovely holiday photos before you head back in for dinner.

August Daylight

This month in Torquay, you have approximately 13.81 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean plenty of time for group adventures before a relaxed evening back at the cottage.

Practical Essentials

Everything the group needs to know before you arrive at Longcroft House.

Mobile Phone Signal

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Signal Strength

Good

Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.

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Signal Tip: All major networks should work well here.

Nearest Essentials

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Arrival Tip: Fill up with fuel before you arrive - petrol stations can be sparse in rural Devon. With a larger group it's worth doing one big supermarket shop on the way, especially if arriving late.

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Longcroft House, Torquay

About Longcroft House

Need To Know

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Weather & Local Conditions

What to Expect Through the Year

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Bortle Scale Rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

Best Stargazing Conditions

Location & Elevation

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

Coordinates

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Planning Your Days by Season

August Daylight

Practical Essentials

Mobile Phone Signal

Nearest Essentials

Family & Fun

What Guests Love

Getting To Longcroft House

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is Longcroft House Right For Your Group

For Families

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Pet Friendly

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