Babbacombe, Torquay

Set in the very heart of Babbacombe with views of the elegant All Saints Church spire, this TERRACED HOUSE sits proudly back behind a generous southerly garden and presents a lifestyle purchase as much as a beautiful home. The property has been a loved home for our client’s family since 1977, affording spacious accommodation arranged in a traditional two reception, four bedroom design, and enjoying a generous kitchen which leads directly to the rear courtyard and garage.

Comprehensive amenities and leisure activities are afforded close at hand, with the nearby picturesque Babbacombe Downs boasting an array of cafe's, restaurants, and bars, Babbacombe Theatre, and the renowned Cliff Railway linking Oddicombe Beach below. The popular Cary Parks provide dog exercise spaces, designated children's play area, tennis and bowls clubs, whilst a wide selection of shops, Brunel Medical Centre, Churches, and selection of schools are all within comfortable walking distance.

SELLER'S INSIGHT

"Our parents moved to Churchway in 1977 when I was a teenager, leaving Berkshire for a lifestyle change to Devon, and the house has been a cherished home ever since. We know the house is now a little dated, but has retained a lot of the period detailing and has always been loved and maintained, which included a new slate roof approximately 20 years ago. Churchway is tucked away, yet just a matter of minutes to the beautiful Downs, beaches and parks. We would love to think a new family can take over and put their own taste into the old house, enjoying as much love, laughter, and longevity as our family."

STEP INSIDE

A stepped approach to the obscure glazed front door opening to the ENTRANCE VESTIBULE with inner door to the spacious RECEPTION HALL with understairs storage. The bright SITTING ROOM enjoys a beautiful view over the private garden to the spire of All Saints Church. Ornate cornice work and picture rails, period fire surround with inset cast iron living flame effect gas coal fire with decorative tiling and hearth. DINING ROOM with period fireplace with cast iron insert and tiled detailing, picture rails and window overlooking the rear courtyard garden. The KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM is a bright room with dual aspect having windows overlooking the courtyard garden and door giving direct access. Fitted with a range of units in a maple effect and work tops in a granite design with inset sink. Fitted electric double oven, four ring ceramic hobs, provisions for dishwasher, washing machine and fridge/freezer. Central island, Ideal gas boiler and larder storage.

STEP UPSTAIRS

From the Reception Hall stairs rise to the generous First Floor Landing with slim overhead windows allowing natural light, and comprehensive storage. BEDROOM 1 enjoys a beautiful view over the private garden toward All Saints Church and spire. BEDROOM 2 and 3 are both double rooms benefitting from fitted wardrobes, cast iron fireplaces and windows to the rear. BEDROOM 4 is the traditional single, enjoying a similar view to the principal bedroom. BATHROOM with light pink suite of bath with shower attachment taps, wash hand basin. Airing cupboard with immersion cylinder, loft access hatch and obscure glazed window. SEPARATE WC.

STEP OUTSIDE

A long, level, southerly facing garden to the front is mainly laid to lawn for ease of maintenance with patio adjoining the property. Two mature palm trees and hedged boundaries with pedestrian gate leading from Churchway. The garden provides potential to create driveway parking, subject to any required consent, with the neighbouring homes having set a precedent. To the rear is a courtyard garden and prefabricated garage with cement sheet roof which we expect has asbestos content. There is potential to create extra parking by demolition of the garage and outbuildings.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

ACCESS: Stepped approach to front. Virtually level concrete courtyard to rear. CONSERVATION AREA - Cary Park, Torbay. HEATING: Gas Central Heating. SERVICES: Mains electric, gas, water and drainage. COUNCIL TAX BAND: D (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2024/2025 is £2,232.85. BROADBAND & MOBILE - We understand that Ultrafast broadband via Openreach and Virgin Media available in the area with mobile signal likely with EE, although limited with Three, 02 & Vodafone (according to the Ofcom website).

OUR AREA

Torquay is nestled on the warm South Devon coast being one of three towns along with Paignton and Brixham which form the natural east facing harbour of Torbay, sheltered from the English Channel. Torbay's wide selection of stunning beaches, picturesque coastline, mild climate and recreational facilities reinforce why it has rightfully earned the renowned nickname of the English Riviera.

TORQUAY IS WELL CONNECTED

By Train: Torquay Train Station has some direct lines to London Paddington and Birmingham and is just one stop from the main line Newton Abbot. By Air: Exeter Airport provides both UK and international flights. By Sea: Torquay Marina provides a safe haven for boats in all weathers, sheltered from the prevailing south-westerly winds. Regional Cities of Exeter & Plymouth approximately 22 miles and 32 miles respectively. Magnificent Dartmoor National park approximately 12 miles.

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Garden

Large front garden

Yard

Rear courtyard.

Parking - Garage