Warberries, Torquay

Occupying a prime position on the FIRST FLOOR of one of Torquay’s gracious Victorian villas and nestled on the Warberries hillside this striking THREE BEDROOM APARTMENT provides spacious accommodation still retaining many period features and offering the benefit of a separate ONE BEDROOM ANNEXE. A ‘Minstrels Gallery’ also provides an unusual feature to the accommodation. The property enjoys an open southerly outlook over the surrounding area, with sea & coastal views into Tor Bay enjoyed from each of the two front facing balconies.

St Ronans stands behind a classic sweeping coach drive on the wooded hillside of the Warberries, one of Torquay's most desirable locations. Wellswood, with its village ambiance, lies just past the end of Middle Warberry Road with well supported St Matthias Church, highly regarded Ilsham Primary School and parade of shops including Co-op store, delicatessen, chemist, post office and Kents Pub.

OWNER INSIGHT

“When we purchased the apartment back in 1993 the first thing that attracted us to this lovely property was the openness of the views, including the sea views which were important to us, as well as the lovely sunshine that was flooding in through the principal rooms. Having the two southerly facing balconies from where we could appreciate this lovely outlook was an added bonus!” “We have really appreciated the ‘annexe’ that the apartment offers and the family have certainly made good use of it over the years. Having this extra accommodation has enabled all of our family to visit the apartment together but still retain a little bit of independence and our own space.”

STEP INSIDE

A sweeping driveway leads to the parking area from where concrete steps rise to the communal entrance. Private decorative double doors open to stairs rising to the DINING HALL with high corniced ceiling, picture rail and obscure glazed skylight. The GRACIOUS SITTING ROOM has lofty ceiling height with cornice work and picture rails, feature fireplace, windows and tilt and open door opens to the BALCONY enjoying open elevated views over the Warberries hillside to the sea at Tor Bay across to Brixham. The KITCHEN is fitted with a range of units and work tops with inset sink unit. Space for electric cooker and provision for washing machine. Wall mounted GlowWorm gas fired boiler, high corniced ceiling with picture rail and window with views over the Warberries hillside to the sea at Tor Bay with Brixham in the distance.

BEDROOMS & BATHROOM

BEDROOM 2 with two large windows, high corniced ceiling with picture rail, feature fireplace, wash hand basin and built-in storage cupboard. INNER HALL with high corniced ceiling and airing cupboard housing the factory lagged hot water cylinder. BEDROOM 1 with high corniced ceiling and picture rail, tilt and open door opening to a second BALCONY again enjoying the beautiful southerly views. BATHROOM with panelled bath with shower over, wash hand basin and WC with concealed cistern. Corniced ceiling, built-in cupboard and large window.

STEP UPSTAIRS

From the Dining Hall stairs rise to a Minstrel Gallery with door to BEDROOM 3 with restricted head height, two low level windows, corniced ceiling and loft access hatch. From the Minstrel Gallery a door gives access to the ANNEXE which is also approached independently from the communal hall. The annexe could also be incorporated as part of the main accommodation. SITTING ROOM/KITCHEN with bay window and feature fireplace. The KITCHENETTE is fitted with base cupboards and work top with inset sink. BATHROOM with coloured suite of panelled bath with shower over, wash hand basin and WC. Fan heater and obscure glazed window. An open tread staircase rises to the GALLERIED BEDROOM with built-in bed unit. Airing cupboard housing the hot water cylinder and cold water tank. A door gives access to the Minstrel Gallery.

STEP OUTSIDE

SINGLE GARAGE with lighting, power and built-in workbench. To the front of the garage is parking for one vehicle.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

ACCESS: Stepped access. HEATING: Gas central heating. SERVICES: Mains Electric, Gas, Water & Drainage. LENGTH OF LEASE: 999 years from June 1988. SERVICE CHARGE: £2,460 per annum. GROUND RENT: £50 per annum. MANAGEMENT COMPANY: St Ronans Property Management. LETTING: Shorthold tenancies permitted, holiday letting not permitted. PETS: Permitted with consent. COUNCIL TAX BAND: D (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2025/2026 is £2,339.84. CONSERVATION AREA: Warberries, Torquay. BROADBAND & MOBILE: We are advised that Standard, Superfast & Ultrafast Broadband is available in the area via Openreach, with mobile signal likely with EE, Three & O2 but limited with 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.

Parking - Garage

Plus parking space in front of garage.