Babbacombe, Torquay

- PROPERTY TYPE
Flat
- BEDROOMS
2
- BATHROOMS
2
- SIZE
753 sq ft
70 sq m
Key features
- GROUND FLOOR APARTMENT
- ENVIABLY LOCATED JUST A SHORT STROLL TO BABBACOMBE DOWNS & ST MARYCHURCH PRECINCT
- PRIVATE PATIO LEADING ONTO THE LAWNED COMMUNAL GARDEN
- SITTING/DINING ROOM OPEN PLAN TO THE KITCHEN
- 2 DOUBLE BEDROOMS (1 EN-SUITE)
- BATHROOM
- GOOD SIZE CELLAR IDEAL AS HOME GYM, OFFICE OR HOBBIES ROOM
- ALLOCATED PARKING SPACE
- EPC - C:73
Description
Located in a desirable and convenient area of Babbacombe, this well-presented GROUND FLOOR APARTMENT features two bedrooms and private outside area overlooking beautifully maintained communal gardens. It also benefits from a generous cellar for storage and an allocated parking space.
Nearby Babbacombe Downs stands above the shingle beaches of Oddicombe and Babbacombe below, linked by a coastal pathways, and accessed by road or renowned funicular railway. To the easterly end of the Downs is the Babbacombe Theatre, whilst to the west lies St Marychurch with its pedestrianised shopping precinct, Sailing Club and a Torquay Golf Club a short distance further. Tesco convenience store, medical centre, shops at Reddenhill Road, and Cary Parks with tennis and bowls clubs are also all within a short saunter.
EPC Rating: C
STEP INSIDE
From the driveway four steps rise to a private patio area from where a front door opens to the RECEPTION HALL with obscure glazed window to the sitting room. The hall is open plan to the SITTING/DINING ROOM which is a bright room with large windows overlooking the private patio and the communal garden beyond. Storage cupboard. An archway leads to the KITCHEN with wood effect flooring and fitted with a range of units and granite effect work tops with inset sink. Built-in fan assisted oven, four ring gas hob with extractor hood above, integrated fridge/freezer and provision for washing machine.
BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS
From the sitting room a door opens to the INNER HALL with storage cupboard. BEDROOM 1 with built-in double wardrobe and side window overlooking the communal entrance and garden. EN-SUITE with shower cubicle with mains fed shower fitted, wash hand basin and WC. Fully tiled walls and floor and obscure glazed window. BEDROOM 2 with large window, built-in double wardrobe and further cupboard housing the gas fired boiler. BATHROOM with white suite of bath mains fed shower over, wash hand basin and WC. Fully tiled walls and floor.
CELLARAGE
From the inner hall a door opens to stairs descending to the CELLAR which has been carpeted with stone walls, beams to ceiling and radiator.
STEP OUTSIDE
The property benefits from a private patio to the front with steps leading down to the attractive lawned communal garden with mature shrubs and trees border for the enjoyment of all residents. To the front of the property there is an allocated parking space within the residents car park.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
ACCESS: Four steps to the private patio and one step into the property. HEATING: Gas central heating. SERVICES: Mains Electric, Gas, Water & Drainage. LENGTH OF LEASE: 999 years from August 2003. SERVICE CHARGE: £1,450 per annum. BLOCK MANAGEMENT: Crown Property, Torquay. LETTING: Assured shorthold tenancies (AST) are permitted with permission but holiday letting is prohibited. PETS: Permitted with consent. COUNCIL TAX BAND: D (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2025/2026 is £2,339.84. CONSERVATION AREA: St Marychurch, Torquay. MOBILE & BROADBAND: Likely mobile coverage of 81% Vodafone, 74% EE, 68% Three, 65% O2. Standard, Superfast, and Ultrafast broadband available in the area with Openreach. Data obtained from Ofcom mobile and broadband checker.
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.
DIRECTIONS
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Balcony
Private patio to the front of the property.
- 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: D
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Yes
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Communal garden
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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