Old Woods Hill, Torquay

This deceptively spacious, SEMI-DETACHED FAMILY HOME is conveniently located within a short distance to a host of schools as well as Torbay hospital. The property offers extended accommodation, featuring a 26ft sitting room, a re-fitted kitchen, dining room and a home office/fourth bedroom.  The property is complemented by a low maintenance garden, ample off-road parking and a garage.

The property stands in a convenient location for a host of highly regarded schools, both Torbay and Mount Stuart Hospitals and The Willows shopping district. A selection of sports and recreation clubs are equally found nearby including Barton Cricket Club and Torquay Racket Club at the top of the road. Easy access is gained onto the South Devon Highway, approximately half a mile way, linking Torquay to the regional city of Exeter and beyond.

OWNER INSIGHT

"I was looking to move closer to my family and when driving down Old Woods Hill I saw that No.12 was for sale. I immediately arranged to the view the property and it was just what I was looking for at that time. I have thoroughly enjoyed living here but the time has now come for me to downsize."

STEP INSIDE

From the driveway wide steps lead to the ENTRANCE PORCH with inner door opening to an L-shaped RECEPTION HALL with lofty ceiling height, understairs storage area and linen cupboard. The SITTING ROOM is a bright and spacious room with lofty ceiling height, feature fireplace and three windows with the walk-in bay having a window seat. BEDROOM 1 is a double room with window to the side, built-in wardrobes, chest-of-drawers and bedside cabinets. SHOWER ROOM with a modern suite of large shower cubicle, wash hand basin and WC. Tiling to walls, ladder style heated towel rail and obscure glazed window. The KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM is fitted with a range of white high gloss fronted units and work tops with marble effect splashbacks and inset sink unit. Built-in electric oven, five ring gas hob with cooker hood over, integrated dishwasher and wine rack.

DINING ROOM & UTILITY

An opening from the Kitchen opens to an INNER HALL with door to the side elevation to additional parking. A bank of matching kitchen cupboards provide more storage space as well as an integrated fridge/freezer and housing the Ideal gas boiler. Wide opening to the DINING ROOM with windows and patio door opening to the private Garden. UTILITY/SHOWER ROOM and with two windows, provisions for washing machine, shower cubicle, wash basin, tiled walls and floor.

STEP UPSTAIRS

From the Reception Hall stairs rise to the first floor landing. BEDROOM 2 is a double room and enjoys a dual aspect to the side and rear. BEDROOM 3 is also a double room with built-in wardrobe, vanity unit and window to the side. STUDY/BEDROOM 4 with fitted desk and storage, Velux window and access to eaves storage. CLOAKROOM with WC and obscure glazed window.

STEP OUTSIDE

The driveway approach is laid to tarmac and hard-standing with raised flower borders filled with a range of mature plants and shrubs. Ample parking is available at the front with further parking down the side of the property. Double five-bar wooden gates open to further parking leading to the GARAGE with power, lighting and work bench. To the side of the garage is a garden laid to part artificial lawn and a SUMMERHOUSE.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

ACCESS: Gently sloping driveway and stepped approach HEATING: Gas Central Heating SERVICES: Mains Electric, Gas, Water & Drainage COUNCIL TAX BAND: ‘E’ (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2025/2026 is £2,859.80. FLOOD RISK: SURFACE WATER: Very Low, RIVERS AND THE SEA: Very Low (According to the gov.uk website) BROADBAND & MOBILE: We are advised that Standard & Ultrafast Broadband are available in the area via Openreach and Virgin Media, with mobile signal good outdoor & in-home via EE and good outdoor & variable in-home with O2, Three & 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 railway station has some direct lines to London Paddington and Birmingham and is just one stop from the main line at 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 and Plymouth approx 22 and 32 miles respectively; magnificent Dartmoor National Park approx 12 miles.

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