Torquay holiday cottages give their guests the luxury of staying at some of
the finest beaches and coves in Europe. If you have beaches and water on your
mind, then Torquay is the place to go. Nine beautiful beaches and several small
coves make it a truly wonderful seaside holiday. So if you are planning to
holiday at this exotic location and wish to know about the various beach
destinations there, read on.
Your first stop should be Torre Abbey Sands, the most beautiful beach
destination in this part of the world. You will find a snapshot of this
coastline in many postcards and it has a breathtaking view. The attraction of
this beach is its shallow waters and beautiful sand which form a perfect
combination for a family vacation in Torquay holiday cottages. There are plenty
facilities available on the beach in terms of toilets, washrooms, and the
like.
If you wish to take a break from the beach sands, check out the ice creams
parlours and souvenir shops set just adjacent to the beach. This is in the
vicinity of the town center and you can get there by catching a bus from the
beach. You can also drive to the beach without worrying about parking as there
is ample space available in the multi-story car parks at the harbor end of the
beautiful beach.
The next that you must visit should be Meadfoot beach. This is neatly tucked
away in a corner of Torquay. Its shore is marked with sand and rocks, and it is
known as the local's beach because it is separate from the more popular tourist
beaches. One unique feature of this beach is the Thatcher's rock which is
nesting place for the birds in this area. You can spend hours here bird
watching. It is a perfect destination for people who wish to go fishing or who
wish to go diving. Divers favor this beach due to the favorable conditions in
this area. Meadfoot beach won a Blue Flag Award in 2010 for the quality of its
water.
Now if you wish to explore a bit further, there is a
beach called Oddicombe. This is easily accessible by walking, driving or taking
the Babbacombe cliff. Be aware that if you take your car, the car park is
approximately half a mile from the beach. Like most other beaches, Oddicombe
beach also has toilets, a lost child center, and a café. This beach is also a
winner of a 2010 Blue Flag award. These beaches are tempting enough you to plan
your next vacation to Torquay holiday
cottages.
This article about Torquay luxury vacation rentals is authored by Ruthrina Ofalla and published by http://www.Luxuryvillafinder.com
