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Reviews of Norwegian Wood

Tarraway Road, Paignton, TQ3 2DT, United Kingdom

#13 of 58 B&Bs and Inns in Paignton

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Review score

Based on 37 hotel reviews

9.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.9

  • Comfort

    10.0

  • Location

    10.0

  • Facilities

    9.7

  • Staff

    10.0

  • Value for money

    9.9

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: 25 August 2025

    10
    A very relaxing family break away from the hustle and bustle of life. Fantastic hosts that make you feel part of the fam
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to dislike!

    We stayed as a family of 4 with 8 year old lively twins. The hosts are most welcoming and it is a home from home set up. Heather is a fabulous host and was always on hand offering her help and advice on anything needed, she always had a smile and kind words of wisdom too! Lovely home cooked breakfasts with quality ingredients and big choice, exceptionally clean throughout and the finer details have not been missed. There is a fridge in the apartment along with tea and coffee facilities, so you could chill indoors if needed. Lots of toys and toiletries provided, and garden games like swing-ball too! Convenient location, easy to get to lots of attractions and walking distance to shops and sea.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2025

    10
    Great vacation
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I liked everything in the accommodation, maybe a bit sad that the best beach we found was quite far away, but what would we know before trip

    Nice house, beautiful garden, friendly hosts

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 August 2025

    10
    Overall a wonderful house . Great breakfast and hospitality from our hosts .
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lack of privacy to the up stairs .

    Loved the seclusion and beautiful gardens over looking the sea .

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 June 2025

    10
    Great B&B for a family stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great layout for a family of 4 to stay with plenty of space and really welcoming hosts. The hosts were very accommodating and catered for our son’s allergies too for breakfast. The beds were really comfortable. They have thought of lots of things to make your stay more enjoyable such as having toys to entertain the children at breakfast and in the room. The property also benefits from wonderful sea views and it was only a short walk to get to the seafront. It was a perfect base for the English Riviera Airshow weekend.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 6 nights

    Nil.

    Wonderful host and superb breakfast.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 October 2024

    10
    A Totally Lovely Experience.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely nothing .

    Absolutely marvellous. Heather and John so welcoming, Accommodation just wonderful , very bijou, cosy, so thoughtfully decorated with every need catered for. Comfortable beds. Beautiful bathroom. Each room delightful. Breakfast feels like home from home, Heather cooked to order whilst we chatted. Such a pleasure to stay. We will be back for sure. 😊

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 September 2024

    10
    Spent a weekend with my grandchildren and their parents
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not applicable

    Super location plenty of room for a family entertainment for children really nice garden to sit in as well

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2024

    9.0
    A little piece of heavenly relaxation
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We liked everything! There was a bit of noise from the road but it was quiet enough and didn't go on all night. No complaints! The only reason I gave a 9.0 is because I had to use three pillows to sleep comfortably as they are feather and sink lots, which I don't like. Three worked!

    Heather was so welcoming and made sure we had everything that we needed. Breakfast was absolutely lovely, organic and freshly cooked to order. The location is beautiful and the apartment itself is so pretty and fun to spend time in with great sea and garden views. It was so nice to meet the resident kitties too! Easy walks into Preston, Paignton and Torquay with buses regularly running on the road a few minutes walk down the hill. Heather has thought of everything and has catered beautifully for everyone. We had so much fun and it felt like our stay was much longer than three nights. We would happily return!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 August 2024

    10
    Amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything so well coming and breakfast was excellent, nothing was too much trouble definitely will be back 🙂

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 August 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Ether was an exceptional host: warm, friendly, kind and smiling. We had many pleasant conversations during the stay and saying goodbye to her was touching. Her breakfasts will remain forever in our memories of this holiday. The apartment was very clean, bright, welcoming, with a large garden. We would love to be able to return one day.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2024

    10
    Wonderful place
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only you didn’t giving permission to cook

    The location is fantastic

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2024

    10
    Absolutely recommend staying here
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No complaints at all (4 years old was sad the cats didn't come to visit us upstairs like the last time we stayed)

    Heather and john were absolutely lovely. They were so good with the children who were 4 and 7 and even got their favourite cereal in. The rooms, as always, are lovely. There was milk ready for a cuppa when we arrived and also fresh water in the fridge as well. Rooms were clean and aired out. I couldn't have asked for more. Also, Heather was great for recommending things to do in the area, so if you're not sure, ask away.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 June 2024

    9.0
    A lovely place to unwind, we went away feeling relaxed
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We loved the beautiful location, the apartment was wonderful cozy and welcoming. The hosts Heather and John were so friendly and warm. The gardens were scenic and lots of places to relax. The breakfast was delicious and lots on offer.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 June 2024

    10
    Fantastic. Highly recommended - book without hesitation :)
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The only downside for me (with a bad back) was the soft mattress. This could easily be a positive for someone else though and they floor was always available :) It wasn't super easy to get food locally in the evening. It is best to eat in the town before returning to the B&B.

    We had a fantastic stay here with a family of 4. If we re-visit the area, we will definitely stay here again! Very welcoming! Lovely space to use, cosy with everything we needed. The views are wonderful. We had full use of the spacious garden and felt part of the family rather than ever being in the way. Our kids are desperate to go back! Amazing breakfast with plenty of choice. Heather went out of her way to adapt to our kids, who (perhaps naturally, I hope naturally!) have ever changing food requirements. Thank you so much for this! It's a nice spot to go running from too, right on the South West Coast Path. It took us 30 mins to walk to the main pier in Paignton. It's a nice coastal walk and we had no issues at all (it starts off hilly though). We got a steam train to Dartmouth on one of the days. A recommended trip, where a few hours there was enough to have a quick explore and a nice coffee stop.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 September 2023

    9.0
    very highly recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the cruise liner moored really closed one morning spoiled the amazing view there nothing the hosts could do about that.

    what a wonderful home from home Heather and John were amazing and so friendly and accommodating and the amazing breakfast great with options for all including the children

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We came to Norwegian wood with my elderly mother in law. We had a fantastic stay. Heather made us very welcome and could not do enough for us. Sadly I didn't get to meet John but I will look forward to meeting him when we next visit. Everything was first class from the cleanliness of the rooms to the magnificent organic breakfast cooked by Heather. I have no hesitation at recommending this holiday home

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our stay was absolutely amazing. Heather and John were impeccable hosts and went above and beyond for us and our 3 children. We were able to have a small bbq in the front garden, and they even offered to do a load of washing after the kids jumped in to the sea fully clothed. 😂 You know it is a good holiday when you start discussing going back before you leave and we can not wait to book our next visit in the near future at such a quirky picturesque B&B

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 August 2023

    10
    Something different! :)
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Heather and her husband were very friendly snd the breakfast was excellent! Thank you so much, we loved our stay.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2023

    10
    Lovely owners, great location, beautiful views, great B&B!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, it was all great.

    Heather and her husband were so kind and considerate throughout our entire stay. Nothing was too much trouble. Breakfast was delicious, and she always accommodated our requests and catered for my allergies, which put me at ease. The B&B was not far from the beach (10-15minute walk), so the location was great. We loved the apartment it was clean and comfy, and the views were beautiful. We adored the cats that live at the property. They were so sweet and great with the children. Our children loved it and are already asking when we can go back. We look forward to returning.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 July 2023

    10
    Thoroughly enjoyable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The weather was the only thing I could moan about but neither Heather or John could be held responsible for that😄

    The owners were very welcoming, nothing appeared to be too much trouble and we felt comfortable and were able to completely relax. It was ideally situated for our needs in a beautiful location. I have no hesitation at all in rating very highly.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 July 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Amazing host - so much care and attention to every detail. Thank you so much Heather.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 June 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our family had an amazing time in this stunning house. It has a peaceful location, close to the beach. The garden is wonderful and our kids enjoyed playing outside. The rooms were very comfortable, exceptionally clean and tidy. The bathroom was fully equipped and the living room had several toys and board games for children. Heather was very welcoming and helpful, she recommended great places to visit. The breakfast was delicious and covered everything. Highly recommend it for couples and for families.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2023

    10
    Fabulous vacation
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There wasn’t anything not to like.

    The location of the property was very ideal for commute to town and other attractions. The property has a sea view from the bedrooms which is a plus. Heather made us feel so very welcomed and took very good care of us. Very highly recommended.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 October 2022

    9.0
    Delightful! Stunning Location. Will definitely stay again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The steps up to the accommodation are a little bit steep and might be a bit of an issue for people with mobility problems.

    The hosts were very friendly. Nothing was too much trouble. The accommodation was very comfortable and the home cooked breakfasts were generous. The location was excellent and the views from the accommodation were stunning!!

    Stayed in October 2022

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