Chelston, Torquay

This TWO BEDROOM RETIREMENT APARTMENT is situated to the first floor of this modern purpose-built residential development in the heart of the ever-popular district of Chelston.  The well-proportioned accommodation has recently undergone a programme of enhancement and improvement, to include a re-fitted kitchen, re-decoration and re-carpeting and now provides a comfortable, well presented, chain-free home in an extremely convenient location.

Easily accessible to a range of amenities Walnut Court is set just below the parade of ‘village’ shops in Walnut Road, a regular bus service can be found within a short stroll, with the railway station also situated within a few minutes’ walk with Torquay’s picturesque seafront beyond, where lovely walks can be enjoyed taking full advantage of the English Riviera scenery.

SELLERS INSIGHT

"Walnut Court is a well regarded development of 24 apartments within this conveniently located, age restricted development, benefitting from a part time house manager & 24 hour careline facility. Set to the first floor of the development, with a front corner position and a dual aspect, the apartment feels bright and enables occupants the ability of ‘watching the world go by’. Walnut Road is one of those special shopping parades, retaining a pleasant and friendly ‘village’ feel and with an array of shops including supermarket, newsagents, Post Office and a range of other independent traders, it is admirably able to cater for most people’s everyday needs. There is even a doctors surgery close-by as well as a local pub/restaurant found within a short walk."

STEP INSIDE

A gently sloping pathway with two wide steps rise to the security operated communal door into the split level communal hallway where stairs rise to a lift or stairs to the first floor split level landing where seven steps descend to the apartment. A private front door with spyhole opens to the RECEPTION HALL with airing cupboard housing the factory lagged hot water cylinder, electric meter and consumer unit. The SITTING ROOM is a bright, dual aspect room with windows to the front and side, free standing feature fireplace with log effect electric fire and Tunstall intercom. Multi paned glazed door to the KITCHEN which has been re-fitted with a range of pale grey fronted units with soft close system and marble effect work tops with inset sink unit. Built-in Indesit electric oven and ceramic hob, Beko washer/dryer and space for fridge/freezer. Wood effect flooring and window to the front.

BEDROOMS & SHOWER ROOM

BEDROOM 1 is a double room with window to the side and built-in double wardrobe with mirror sliding doors. BEDROOM 2 with window to the side. SHOWER ROOM with low threshold shower with electric shower, wash basin with deep drawers beneath and WC. Part tiled walls, ladder style heated towel rail, wood effect flooring and extractor fan over.

STEP OUTSIDE

To the front of the development is a residents parking area with spaces subject to availability on a first come first serve basis. Also to the front is a small gently sloping lawned communal garden with mature shrub beds and refuse store. To the rear is a further concrete patio and shrubbery.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

ACCESS: Gently sloping pathway and stepped approach, with lift and stairs to each floor but with each landing being split level with stairs. HEATING: Modern Electric Storage Heating. SERVICES: Mains Electric, Water & Drainage. LENGTH OF LEASE: SERVICE CHARGE: £207 per month from July 2025 to June 2026. GROUND RENT: TBC. PROFESSIONAL MANAGEMENT: Livewest. AGE RESTRICTION: Residents must be a minimum of 60 years of age. COUNCIL TAX BAND: ‘C’ (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2025/2026 is £2,079.86. CONSERVATION AREA: Chelston. LETTING: We are advised that any form of letting is not permitted. PETS: We are advised that pets are prohibited. BROADBAND & MOBILE: We are advised that Standard, Superfast & Ultrafast Broadband is available in the area via Openreach & Virgin Media, with mobile signal good outdoor with EE, good outdoor & in-home with O2 and Vodafone, good outdoor & variable in home with Three (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.

DIRECTIONS

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Parking - Off street

Residents car park to the front of the development with spaces available on a 'first come, first served' basis.