The phrase 'tucked away' doesn't quite do justice to the location of the Cary Arms & Spa in Devon. Perched in an enviable spot overlooking Babbacombe Bay, just east of Torquay, first, you have to find it. Directions are courtesy of an easily missable sign indicating the turn-off from Torquay's main strip and then it's down a perilous, near-vertical road. But it's worth it. Even if you're gripping the steering wheel in fear, the views that open up before you are spectacular – an almost perfect-shaped horseshoe bay of shimmering turquoise water framed by striking red rocks. Panoramic views take in Teignmouth, Exmouth, Sidmouth and Portland Bill.

Why stay here?

Bright and breezy with sea views (Image credit: Cary Arms and Spa)

Although secluded, Babbacombe Bay has a rich history and hasn'

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