In 1900 this was described as "a charming hotel situated in its own grounds, extending to the sea the new wing (erected in 1899) consisting of an additional 30 bedrooms (nearly all with a sea view) & spacious hall 60 feet by 30 feet, enables the management to give an increased advantage to visitors. Bus to all trains; golf links within 3 minutes walk".

It was used by the army in World War Two and later converted into flats.