Babbacombe, Torquay

This PERIOD TERRACED PROPERTY stands in the heart of Babbacombe, arranged as TWO SELF CONTAINED FLATS which will be sold with vacant possession. Both flats provide spacious designs, with the ground floor affording a one bedroom layout, and the top floor two bedrooms. The properties present an opportunity for an extended family wishing to live together yet independently, pure investment, or home and income. The property is set back behind a walled front garden, with the ground floor flat benefitting from access to the rear garden which borders a service lane, providing potential to create parking (subject to any required consent).

The property stands a short saunter from the picturesque Downs with the shingle beaches of Oddicombe and Babbacombe below, accessed by either the winding wooded pathways or renowned Cliff Railway. The coastal fields of Walls Hill are equally accessible, perfect for the dog owner. A host of local amenities are on the doorstep including independent shops, Tesco Metro, Babbacombe Theatre and wide selection of pubs, restaurants and cafe's.

OWNER'S INSIGHT

"I have owned the flats for twenty five years, buying them both independently in 1999. The ground floor flat has been a rental investment over most of my time, and the top flat a home, although new owners will have the flexibility to use the properties for their requirements, whether extended family, or pure investment. Directly outside the property is unlimited parking for a few cars and more often than not I can park a few metres from the front gate. Babbacombe is very nice and the location remains a big attraction to many, with a short walk to the Downs with views of Lyme Bay."

GROUND FLOOR FLAT (40A)

From the communal entrance hall a private door opens to the SITTING ROOM with picture window and shutters overlooking the front garden approach, lofty ceiling height with detailed cornice work, and feature fireplace. Inner lobby with door to the DOUBLE BEDROOM with window and shutters overlooking the rear courtyard towards the garden. Inner hallway with deep storage cupboard and CLOAKROOM. The KITCHEN/DINING ROOM is loosely divided by a breakfast bar with range of units in a beech effect and work tops with inset sink, integrated oven, four ring gas hob with filter hood over and provisions for washing machine. Ideal gas boiler, ample storage and window with views over the courtyard and rear garden and door giving access. SHOWER ROOM with double shower and wash hand basin.

FIRST FLOOR FLAT (40B)

From the communal hall a private entrance door opens to the private staircase rising to a split level landing with storage cupboard. BREAKFAST ROOM with window overlooking the lower courtyard. Glazed door to the KITCHEN with a range of solid pine fronted units, work tops with inset one and a half bowl sink, built-in oven and four ring gas hob with filter hood over, provisions for undercounter fridge and washing machine. Wall mounted Worcester gas fired boiler, loft access hatch and window overlooking the rear garden. SHOWER ROOM with white suite of double shower, wash basin and WC. Obscure glazed window. Three steps to the main landing with door to the SITTING ROOM overlooking the front approach and view towards the All Saints Church spire. BEDROOM 1 overlooking the rear garden and BEDROOM 2 with view similar to the sitting room.

STEP OUTSIDE

Enclosed front garden with walled boundaries, primarily paved and laid to artificial lawn for ease of maintenance. The rear garden is accessed via the kitchen of the ground floor flat, enclosed with walled boundaries and mainly lawn, concrete, and paved for ease of maintenance. Useful store and rear pedestrian gate opening to a service lane. Potential to create parking, subject to any necessary consent.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

HEATING TYPE - Both flats gas central heating. ACCESS - One step to the communal hall. Internal stepped approach to the first floor flat. TENURE - Freehold. Both flats hold separate leasehold titles of 199 years from 1/1/1989. COUNCIL TAX BANDS - Ground floor flat 'B'. Top floor flat 'B' (Torbay Council). Full annual mount payable each of £1,736.66. BROADBAND & MOBILE: We are advised that Standard, Superfast & Ultrafast Broadband are available in the area via both Openreach & Virgin Media, with mobile signal likely via EE but limited via Three, O2 & Vodafone (according to the Ofcom website).

DIRECTIONS

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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.

Parking - On street

Unrestricted on road parking.