Russell House

Russell House is a Victorian hotel on Paignton Green that has been refurbished for self-catering stays. The building retains period details throughout—high ceilings, original cornicing, bay windows—but operates as a holiday let sleeping up to 10 across five bedrooms, each with its own bathroom. All essentials are provided: bed linen, towels, electricity, heating and Wi-Fi.

The ground floor holds a spacious living and dining room with gas fire, a second sitting room, a fully equipped kitchen (including dishwasher, two fridges and wine cooler), utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer, games room with pool table, and a separate toilet. Upstairs are the five bedrooms: one with a king bed and a balcony with sea views, one with a double bed, and three further king rooms, all with ensuite showers and heated towel rails. The master bedroom has a Jacuzzi bath. Outside there is a private front garden with seating, parking for four cars, and an enclosed courtyard to the rear. One well-behaved pet is welcome; the property is non-smoking throughout.

Russell House suits large family groups or several couples wanting their own bathrooms and shared common areas. It sits on the seafront in Paignton, close to Hotel Bonair. Check-in is after 4pm and checkout before 10am.