So, are you thinking of the new year? A fresh start, escape the everyday grind, and take back control and ownership of … your life. Find time to actually be with your partner, make your own decisions, not be at every beck and call of a boss, walk, and not rush around all the time.

It sounds too good to be true, but it actually is true: self-employed, working from home, six months’ holiday a year if you wanted, a job that isn’t rocket science and involves nothing more than what you’ve already been doing at home most of your life. You heard me right; all this is is a simple swap. Swap your small flat in London for a seven-bedroom Victorian guest house in Torquay. That’s what’s on offer here. Gone at a stroke is the stress of meeting deadlines and performance targets and commuting to work. The fact the guest house is a fifteen minute “walk” to the town centre and all the main attractions like conference centre, theatre, cinema, station, the main beach… guarantees (pretty much) you get the guests. And yes, you’ll have the time to walk; you are in the right location at the right time, the start of Summer; the location takes care of that uncertainty you might feel at giving up the regular paycheck and wondering if the rooms will fill up, they do.

We did that seven years ago when my partner and I left London and took over this B&B. Now, we are looking to pass the baton to a new pair of hands, lock stock and barrel, to a couple looking to walk in and seamlessly pick up where we left off. Everything will be there, even the fridge will be stocked, so from day one, you’ll be ready to crack on (eggs and all, eggs delivered weekly from a local farm). The guests will hardly notice you are new owners as they’re usually out sightseeing the beautiful Devon coast and countryside and too busy to notice. We’ll even be there the first week to guide you through managing the bookings calendar and the transfer to all the booking sites; they actually all synchronise with the one calendar called Freetobook. There’s a whole YouTube course explaining how it all works. Prices are also set automatically using an algorithm much like Ryan Air, etc., uses. You simply set a minimum.

For our part, we are off to a small over 55 retirement living managed apartment, but We will look back with fond memories of all those who came as guests and left as friends. The guests who made it were so Interesting. They came from all walks of life and every corner of the world, gay, straight and taken. Honeymooners and young romancers on weekend getaways, veterans celebrating their diamond wedding anniversary and divorcees thrown out, seasoned hikers trekking the SW coastal path on foot, hairy bikers motorcycling from Norway, Chinese fans of Agatha Christie and gay fans of Oscar Wilde. (Kevin Dixon has an excellent short history of gay Torbay here.) Our “Where are you from map of the world on the wall by the front door has pins galore.

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Escape the Grind: Own Your Life in Stunning Torquay

Imagine this:

Self-employment. Work from home, set your own schedule, and enjoy six months of holiday a year – if you want!
Stress-free living. Say goodbye to deadlines, targets, and that soul-crushing commute.
Financial freedom. Run a thriving guest house in a prime location with a proven track record.

This isn’t a dream, it’s a reality.

A unique opportunity to take over a beautifully maintained seven-bedroom Victorian guest house in Torquay, a charming seaside town with stunning coastal scenery.

Here’s what makes this opportunity special:

Prime location: Just a 15-minute walk to the town center, beaches, and major attractions, ensuring a steady stream of guests.
Effortless operations:
- Easy-to-use booking system: Freetobook synchronizes with all major platforms, and automated pricing ensures you always get the best rates.
- Hassle-free management: We’ll provide comprehensive training and support during your first week.
Proven success: We’ve successfully run this guest house for seven years, building a loyal customer base and creating lasting memories for guests from all over the world.