Fairmount House Hotel

Enjoy one of life’s little luxuries in the tranquillity, warmth and informal atmosphere of our Small Hotel of Character.

Set above the picturesque Cockington Valley, away from the bustle of the town, Fairmount is a haven for the discerning visitor seeking a peaceful setting for a holiday.

On a south-facing hillside, Fairmount House, with its mature gardens and sun-filled patios, overlooks the quiet, residential valley of Chelston, with distant views towards Brixham across the bay, yet Torquay Harbour lies within easy reach and the sea is less than a mile away.

All eight bedrooms are tastefully furnished, clean and comfortable. They all have en-suite bathrooms or shower with basins and toilet.

Remote control TV, tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryers, clock radios and heating are also provided.

We also have two cots with bedding, baby listening monitors and high chairs.

Two of the rooms are on the lower ground floor, with their own private doors opening directly into the garden, perfect for families and wheelchair users.

All the major rooms face south over the sloping lawns, where for the spring visitor, there is the magnificent sight of our large ancient Magnolia tree in blossom. Our beautiful garden is a joyful blaze of colour throughout the season.

Relax with a drink in our conservatory bar, french doors open onto the decked terrace, which is a sheltered sun trap during the day and a relaxing spot for the warm summer nights over looking the secluded garden, the Conservatory Bar is a delightful spot to end the day.

Then choose from an extensive menu in our fully licensed restaurant.

The spookiest period of the entire year is undoubtedly drawing near and if you’re searching for a distinctive destination to maybe spot a number of ghouls and spirits, Cardiff is a superb destination.
With well over one thousand years of history, there are a variety of ghosting testimonies and potential haunted locations, thus there exists plenty for ghost hunters to view.
Cardiff Castle in the heart of the city is believed to be the location of several ghosts, one of which is thought to become the 2nd Marquess of Bute, John Crichton-Stuart who died inside the chapel and has allegedly been recently seen pushing past people and disappearing through the library fireplace
Llandaff Cathedral is renowned for baffling occasions as well as hosts its own ghost walk so visitors may find out all about the past of this area. Other areas of the city which are thought to be haunted consist of the Friary which is considered to be haunted by grey-robed monks and Cardiff Market which was the previous site of Cardiff gaol along with the city’s gallows.

In case you’re interested in cheap accommodation in Cardiff for your ghost-hunting trip, there are lots of choices on hand. Coming from serviced apartments Cardiff to pleasant B&Bs to hotels, you’ll find an ideal accommodation for your requirements.
A well known cheap hotel Cardiff will be the Hotel One Hundred. Arranged in a Victorian house, this 7 bedroom hotel gives comfy along with affordable accommodation which offers an unwinding base for tourists to the city. Hotel One Hundred is simply a 10 minute walk from the city centre, so guests are in easy reach of all that Cardiff has to offer, which makes it the right area for your visit to the Welsh capital.

Conditions have witout a doubt started slipping in the UK and a cold front has drawn itself upon the nation, so keep warm this winter with some high quality designer radiators.

This Christmas is likely to be frostier than ever before and with rising energy bills it is predicted a lot of homeowners will attempt to wrap up warm before putting on the heating. A hot shower is a fantastic method to warm up the body when feeling cool but it can be horrid when the running hot water stops and you walk out onto a chilly bathroom floor. Towel radiators are best because they warm up your towel in advance so you can remain snug after a scrub.

Make sure the home is splendid and appealing to all your friends and family this Christmas period. a wintry welcoming is a real drag to party or enjoy a meal in, so solve the cold heating problem ahead of time and have a warm-hearted holiday this winter.

A space that has just the right temperature is great for couples to curl up together on the sofa and watch a movie without getting overheated. And likewise, one does not want to get hypothermia from being so freezing, so set up some top quality radiators in your living room and bedroom today by Trueshopping.

And for those who have lots more beauty products to make use of as part of your regime for the winter months to make certain your skin doesn’t dry or crack, keep them tidied away with brand new elegant bathroom furniture. The vanity units come in a vast array of designs and colours so there is bound to be something to go well with your current décor.

Research published inside a health related log has found that twenty three per cent of People in America have problems with insomnia and as a result are a lot less productive at work.
A study from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine looked at the loss of productivity due to a lack of sleep and has found that the total cost for sleep problems throughout the country comes to $63.2 billion.
Ronald Kessler from Harvard Medical School is the top author of the article and said: “We were shocked by the enormous impact insomnia has on the average person’s life. It’s an underappreciated problem.
“Americans are not missing work because of insomnia. They are still going to their jobs but accomplishing less because they’re tired. In an information-based economy, it’s difficult to find a condition that has a greater effect on productivity.”
Those who are finding it difficult to sleep might find that it is all down to a very unpleasant mattress. If you used to own a luxury mattress that is now old and worn after many years of usage, you may find your sleep is going to be affected.
Replacing worn out mattresses with new luxury mattresses from the Odd Mattress Company will not only help you be more effective in the office but also feel much more refreshed. A lack of sleep could also result in health problems and have negative effects on other areas of your daily life, so it’s worthwhile looking for a way to ensure you rest soundly.
At the Odd Mattress Company, each mattress is handmade and features a high quality filling. All of the bespoke mattresses can be created exactly to suit your needs – so you may select the perfect size and also depth to make sure that you get the rest you deserve every single night!

The Olympics in London start in July in the next year and the Paralympics tickets have already gone on sale.
The Paralympic programme consists of top notch sports including rowing, swimming, athletics, basketball as well as tennis, therefore get ready for the exhilaration and buy some styled aprons for women and children.
Ulster Weavers’ fantastic Olympic ranges are incredibly designed and also consist of the 2012 mascots Wenlock and Mandeville. Wonderful childrens aprons are generally designed with the funky characters on so the kids may get involved in the anticipation and cook some Olympics cupcakes whilst looking really sweet.
Parents can wear coordinating adult aprons to practice their own culinary skills or alternatively put on aprons with the union jack flag on it in various colours, in true British pride. The vast array of Olympics goods also include homeware like bags, tea cosies as well as tea towels.
In addition to aprons for children there are also themed chef hats which come in pink for girls as well as blue for boys. Have a very enjoyable day baking in the kitchen this winter when it is rainy and cold outside by getting your kids dressed up in style. Make them feel important and allow them to help in stirring the mixture as well as decorating the cakes.
The aprons may also be worn for other activities not just cooking. Let the tots wear them during messy play when painting so their clothes are actually protected against becoming stained or ruined. Adults may wear them whilst cleaning the house so their own garments don’t become excessively filthy or dusty. 

The great thing about the summertime is eating seasonal ingredients and favourite fruits like strawberries as well as dining alfresco. Enjoy fantastic ingredients at The Walled Garden Bistro Preston that are great for the summer including grilled meats and fresh fish.

Let the restaurant preston cook you up a summery stir with parma ham, eggs, herb crumbed cod and mustard dressings that all tantalise the taste buds.

Our experienced and top quality chefs offer refreshing local produce including watercress, goats cheese, Caesar salad, smoked chicken, tomato confit and luxury house burgers; as well as shallots, French beans, roast pepper fondue, spice honey duck breast and more.

All our ingredients are bright and bursting with flavours and as the temperatures soar this summer, cool down with summer pudding, caramelised banana cheese cake and home-made ice creams. Imagine cappuccino mousse, ginger snaps, redcurrent coulis and much more.

And better still, you can wash all the summery treats down with our exquisite wide ranges of wines. The Walled Garden only features good quality wine to which you can choose from crispy and dry to soft and fruity so have a look at some light and rosy drinks and have whatever takes your fancy during the hot months! Go to the Walled Garden Bistro for a unique place to eat and drink this summer.