St Marks, Lower Woodfield Road, Torquay
- PROPERTY TYPE
Apartment
- BEDROOMS
2
- BATHROOMS
1
- SIZE
883 sq ft
82 sq m
Key features
- Sought-After St Marks Development Location
- Private Balcony With Views of Torwood Gardens
- Spacious Two-Bedroom Top-Floor Apartment
- Garage & Designated Off-Street Parking
- Minutes From Torquay Seafront & Town Centre
- Proximity to Meadfoot Beach & Ilsham Valley Walks
- Resident-Controlled Management Company Oversight
- Built-In Loft Storage Space Accessible Within Apartment
Description
A standout feature of the property is its private balcony, where views over Torwood Gardens can be enjoyed-visible not only from the inviting living room but also from the master bedroom. Complementing its appeal, the apartment includes a garage and a designated parking space, both conveniently located at the rear of the building. The apartment features a newly installed gas boiler, fitted in September 2024, which remains well within its warranty period.
Residents are invited to make full use of the beautifully landscaped communal gardens, a perfect spot to relax and unwind. With its excellent location, the apartment is within easy reach of Torquay Seafront and the vibrant Town Centre, making it an excellent choice for access to local amenities and coastal attractions.
The apartment is ideally situated just minutes from Meadfoot Beach. This is where activities such as kayaking, scuba diving, fishing, and sailing can be enjoyed. Nearby, the peaceful Ilsham Valley offers scenic woodland walks.
The local Wellswood village provides convenient amenities, including a pub, a bistro, and a variety of shops. At the base of the hill, Torquay's harbourside offers further amenities, such as restaurants, bars, deep-water moorings, and the Princess Theatre. In addition, it offers a wide range of shopping options. This location combines coastal charm with excellent convenience.
Council Tax Band: B (Torbay Council)
Tenure: Share of Freehold (940 years)
Service Charge: £150 per month
The property benefits from a 999-year lease commencing on 29th September 1966 and includes a 1/12 share of the freehold. The service charge includes buildings insurance, maintenance fees, and management oversight by the resident-controlled St Marks & St Francis Management Company Limited. Sub-leasing for a minimum of 12 months is permitted, while holiday letting is not allowed. This apartment also has access to large loft storage space accessible from within the apartment, and pets are allowed, subject to agreement by the freeholders.
Restrictions: Lease restrictions, Holiday home rental, Subletting property
Broadband options available at the property include:
* Standard broadband (11Mbps download, 1Mbps upload).
* Superfast broadband (70Mbps download, 20Mbps upload).
* Ultrafast broadband (1000Mbps download, 100Mbps upload).
Entrance
The property is accessed from the front of the building via steps surrounded by communal gardens. It features a secure entry system and private post box. Two flights of stairs lead to the apartment's entrance door, with a storage cupboard housing the meters on the third floor landing. The entrance hall, which includes coving to the ceiling, a cloak cupboard, two additional storage cupboards, and a radiator. Doors provide access to all the remaining accommodation.
Living room/diner
This spacious room features coving to the ceiling, double-glazed windows, and patio doors that open onto a private balcony, offering views towards Torquay. The room is equipped with a TV aerial point, a modern wooden fire surround with a marble-effect back and hearth, a gas fire, and ample power points.
Kitchen
The kitchen is fitted with a range of white wall and base units complemented by roll-top work surfaces and tiled splashbacks. It includes a white sink and drainer unit with a mixer tap, a gas hob, and an electric oven housed in a separate unit. There is space and plumbing for a washing machine and room for a fridge/freezer. A double-glazed window at the front provides natural light, and the floor is fully tiled.
Bedroom one
The master bedroom features a double-glazed window to the rear, offering views across Torquay. Additional features include a radiator, coving to the ceiling, a TV aerial point, and a built-in wardrobe with mirrored sliding doors, shelving, and further storage.
Bedroom two
This second bedroom includes coving to the ceiling, a double-glazed window to the front, and a built-in wardrobe, providing convenient storage.
Bathroom
The bathroom is fitted with a three-piece suite comprising a corner panelled bath, a low-level WC, a pedestal wash hand basin, and a separate shower cubicle. Additional features include tiled splashbacks, two double-glazed windows, and a radiator.
OUTSIDE
Externally, the property benefits from private residents’ parking located at the rear, along with a garage. The garage is equipped with sliding double doors, power, and a water connection, offering practical and secure storage.
Brochures
BrochureFull Details- COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
- Band: B
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Garage,Off street
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Ask agent
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
- No wheelchair access
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*This is the average speed from the provider with the fastest broadband package available at this postcode. The average speed displayed is based on the download speeds of at least 50% of customers at peak time (8pm to 10pm). Fibre/cable services at the postcode are subject to availability and may differ between properties within a postcode. Speeds can be affected by a range of technical and environmental factors. The speed at the property may be lower than that listed above. You can check the estimated speed and confirm availability to a property prior to purchasing on the broadband provider's website. Providers may increase charges. The information is provided and maintained by Decision Technologies Limited. **This is indicative only and based on a 2-person household with multiple devices and simultaneous usage. Broadband performance is affected by multiple factors including number of occupants and devices, simultaneous usage, router range etc. For more information speak to your broadband provider.
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