Wellswood, Torquay

Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Ilsham Valley this FINE DETACHED DOUBLE FRONTED HOUSE has been home for three generations of our clients family since its construction in the 1920s’.  Set within attractive southerly facing gardens the property provides well proportioned, extended family accommodation offering two reception rooms a sizeable kitchen/family room and FIVE BEDROOMS (two en-suite).  The property is also complemented by a detached double garage/workshop, ample gated driveway parking with a secondary driveway providing additional parking or provision for a boat or camper.

The property sits betwixt Ansteys Cove, Meadfoot Beach and amenities of Wellswood. Local shops, pub, Church, delicatessen and highly regarded Ilsham Primary School can all be found in nearby Wellswood, whilst Ansteys Cove and Meadfoot Beach together provide two of Torquay's beautiful beaches and havens for water sports. The meadow opposite has a young childs play area and seasonal café. The nearby Ansteys Cove Road also boasts access directly onto the famous South West Coast Path.

OWNERS INSIGHT

“Built in 1926 for my great-grandparents and lovingly extended over the years, Hermida has remained in our family ever since. We moved here in 2010, adding the open-plan kitchen/living space and double garage. Its setting is superb. Anstey’s Cove, Meadfoot Beach and the South West Coast Path are close by, while the meadow opposite, with its seasonal café, is a tranquil place to walk the dog. Wellswood’s shops, cafés and pubs are only five minutes-walk away, with Torquay harbour’s Riviera charm nearby. Inside, the spacious kitchen/dining/living area is perfect for entertaining, easily seating 20+, while the sitting room with open log fire has hosted many family gatherings. The downstairs bedroom offers a private level-access suite. The outside is easy to maintain and there’s ample parking for cars, boats or caravans, with its versatile garage/workshop. We love living in the Ilsham Valley, so much so, we’re not going far, to a new-build at the end of the close.”

STEP INSIDE

Remote operated double gates open to a wide brick pavioured driveway which gently rises to steps leading up to the front door. ENTRANCE PORCH with tiled floor. Double doors open to the RECEPTION HALL with durable engineered wood flooring, understairs storage cupboard, cloaks cupboard with light and further storage cupboard housing the consumer unit, GlowWorm gas boiler and hot water cylinder with pressure tank over. CLOAKROOM with contemporary suite of wash basin and WC, obscure glazed window. The SITTING ROOM is a bright and dual aspect room enjoying views towards the wooded hillside and Stoodley Knowle playing fields. Feature Adam style fireplace with open grate. DINING ROOM with engineered wood flooring and window to the front with bright southerly aspect over the front garden and approach.

KITCHEN/FAMILY ROOM

The KITCHEN/FAMILY ROOM is a particular feature of the house providing a spacious dual aspect with porcelain tiled floor, window to the front and bifolding doors opening to the side terrace and garden with further window overlooking the side garden. Fitted with a comprehensive range of light oak effect fronted units and granite work tops with inset sink unit. Built-in electric oven with combination microwave above, five ring gas hob with extractor over, provision for dishwasher and integrated fridge. Central island with granite top extending to a breakfast bar, cornice lighting and built-in audio speakers throughout this room. The UTILITY is a large room with range of cupboards housing an integrated fridge and freezer, sink unit, provision for washing machine with space to side suitable for a dryer and window to the rear. A door leads to the rear porch with range of storage cupboards, work top and door to the rear driveway.

BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS

To the ground floor is a DOUBLE BEDROOM with dual aspect and contemporary EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM. From the Reception Hall stairs rise to the First Floor Landing with window to the front enjoying views over the Ilsham Valley. Radiating off this floor are FOUR DOUBLE BEDROOMS, all having fitted wardrobes with the principal having an EN-SUITE with double ended bath and separate shower cubicle. Bedrooms one and two also enjoy views down the Ilsham Valley. FAMILY BATHROOM with panelled bath, separate shower cubicle, vanity unit and WC. Fully tiled, extractor fan and obscure glazed window.

STEP OUTSIDE

From the small private close off Ilsham Road, remote operated double gates open to the brick pavioured driveway, flanked to either side by lawned gardens and rises to the house. Immediately to the front are two areas of lawn with well stoked mature shrub beds and steps rising to the house. DETACHED DOUBLE GARAGE/WORKSHOP with remote operated up and over door, cavity wall construction and pitched roof. Power and lighting, windows and courtesy door to the rear corner. To one side a pathway and steps lead to the attractive side garden, laid to paved patio adjoining the family room and is screened by trellis with two areas of lawn beyond screened to the front by mature trees and hedging. To the opposite side of the property a crazy paved pathway rises to a side garden, well stocked and landscaped with gated access to an additional gated driveway from Ilsham Road.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

ACCESS: Gently sloping driveway and stepped approach from the front or level approach to the rear. HEATING: Gas Central Heating. SERVICES: Mains Electric, Gas, Water & Drainage, 2x EV charging points. COUNCIL TAX BAND: ‘G’ (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2025/2026 is £3,899.72. FLOOD RISK: SURFACE WATER: Very Low. RIVERS AND SEA: Very Low (according to the gov.uk website). BROADBAND & MOBILE: We are advised that Standard, Superfast & Ultrafast Broadband is available in the area via Openreach, with mobile signal good outdoor with EE & Three, good outdoor & variable in-home with O2 and good outdoor & in-home 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, cultural and recreational facilities reinforce why it has rightfully earned the renowned nickname of the English Riviera, with a UNESCO designation.

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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