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5 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Frobisher Green, Shiphay, Torquay

PROPERTY TYPE

Semi-Detached

BEDROOMS

5

BATHROOMS

3

SIZE

1,722 sq ft

160 sq m

TENURE
Describes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.

Freehold

Key features

  • Substantial 5-Bed Semi-Detached House
  • Prime Shiphay & Chelston Border Setting
  • Versatile Self-Contained Garden Level Apartment
  • Dual-Aspect Lounge/Dining Room
  • Modern Fitted Kitchen
  • Separate Utility Room & Cloakroom/WC
  • South-Facing Landscaped Rear Garden
  • Driveway Parking & Front Garden

Description

Occupying a sought-after position on the Shiphay and Chelston border, this substantial five-bedroom semi-detached residence offers exceptional and versatile accommodation arranged over four levels, making it ideally suited to family living and multi-generational requirements. The principal entrance is at ground level, where the property provides a generous sitting room and separate dining room, complemented by a modern fitted kitchen with adjoining utility room and a convenient cloakroom/WC.

The upper floors are thoughtfully arranged, with two bedrooms and a spacious contemporary bathroom on the first floor, and a further two bedrooms on the second floor. Of particular note is the self-contained, garden level one-bedroom apartment, providing excellent flexibility for dependent relatives, guests, or potential ancillary income (subject to any necessary consents).

Externally, the property benefits from driveway parking and a front garden, while the rear garden is both well maintained and of generous proportions, offering an attractive and practical outdoor space. The location is well served by highly regarded schooling, including boys' and girls' grammar schools and Sherwell Valley Primary School, all within comfortable walking distance. Torbay Hospital is nearby, with a local bus route providing further convenient links, and straightforward access to the South Devon Highway connecting to the A38, with Exeter reachable in approximately 30 minutes.

The home is gas centrally heated and double glazed, and has been extensively refurbished and updated by the current owners.

Council Tax Band: D (Torbay Council)
Tenure: Freehold
Broadband options available at the property include:
* Standard broadband (17Mbps download, 1Mbps upload).
* Superfast broadband (not available).
* Ultrafast broadband (1800Mbps download, 220Mbps upload).
- Networks in area - Openreach
Virgin Media

Improvements & Guarantees

Recent improvements and guarantees include a new flat roof to the rear completed in Summer 2025 and an external repaint using Weathershield also carried out in Summer 2025. There is a guarantee in place for seven windows and one internal back door expiring in May 2028, a further guarantee for the external back door and window expiring in July 2031, a guarantee for the kitchen window and front dormer windows ending in March 2027, and a guarantee for the rear guttering and downpipe ending in April 2029.

The Approach

Approaching via Frobisher Green, the property is reached via a driveway with a pathway leading to the main entrance. A contemporary, double-glazed front door opens into a bright and generously proportioned reception hallway, creating an immediate sense of space and style. Thoughtfully arranged for practical day-to-day living, the hallway provides excellent room for coats and outdoor wear. It is complemented by a neatly positioned shoe bench beneath the staircase with useful drawer storage to keep the area tidy and uncluttered. A central heating radiator ensures comfort, while internal doors lead to the kitchen and the main living/dining room.

Living & Entertaining

Beautifully presented and arranged to maximise both space and light, the combined living and dining room extends through the depth of the property. Double-glazed windows to the front and rear aspects draw in an abundance of natural daylight, enhancing the room’s bright and welcoming feel. To the front, the dining area comfortably accommodates a family-sized dining table, creating an ideal setting for everyday meals and entertaining. The living area is positioned to the rear, enjoying pleasant outlooks and providing a relaxing space to unwind. Central heating radiators are positioned beneath both windows, ensuring year-round comfort.

Kitchen & Practical Spaces

The kitchen is finished in a smart, contemporary style, fitted with a range of coordinating wall and base units complemented by roll-edge work surfaces and tiled splashbacks. A one-and-a-half bowl stainless steel sink with drainer is positioned beneath a double-glazed window overlooking the rear aspect, while cooking facilities include an integrated oven with a four-ring gas hob and a sleek extractor hood above. The gas boiler is discreetly housed within matching cabinetry, and a deep recess provides space for a large freestanding fridge/freezer. A door leads through to a spacious rear lobby, offering access to the garden, the ground floor cloakroom/WC, and a generously proportioned utility room. The utility room benefits from a run of worktop along one wall with space and plumbing below for both a washing machine and tumble dryer. Natural light is provided by double-glazed windows to the front and side aspects, and the room is further enhanced by ceiling spotlights.

First & Second Floor Accommodation

Stairs rise to a spacious first-floor landing, offering flexibility as a study area, office space or snug. This level provides two well-proportioned double bedrooms, both positioned to the front aspect, along with an impressively spacious and stylishly appointed four-piece family bathroom. The bathroom is presented in a modern finish and comprises a panelled bath, separate corner shower cubicle with mains shower, pedestal wash hand basin and low-level WC. Two obscured double-glazed windows allow for excellent natural light while maintaining privacy, and a wall-mounted heated towel rail completes the space. A further staircase leads to the second floor, where two additional double bedrooms are located, providing excellent accommodation for growing families or those requiring guest rooms and home-working options.

Self-Contained Garden Level Apartment

Accessed independently from the rear garden, the garden-level apartment benefits from its own private entrance, offering excellent versatility for a range of uses. The current owners have utilised the space as hobby rooms, though it would equally lend itself to guest accommodation or ancillary living, subject to individual requirements. The entrance opens into a kitchen area, arranged as a games room. It is fitted with base units, work surfaces and a stainless steel sink with drainer. An internal door then leads through to a generous open-plan space incorporating both lounge and sleeping areas, creating a flexible layout that can be adapted to suit. Completing the accommodation is a shower room, finished with a white suite comprising of a shower cubicle with electric shower and part ceramic tiling, a pedestal wash hand basin with tiled splashback and mirrored cabinet, and a low-level WC. Additional features include a wall-mounted electric water heater and a built-in storage cupboard.

A Garden to Enjoy

Accessed via a pathway from the driveway running along the side of the property, the south-facing rear garden has been attractively landscaped to create a practical yet inviting outdoor space, enjoying excellent natural sunlight throughout the day. Immediately to the rear is a paved patio area with external light, providing an ideal spot for sitting and al fresco dining. Raised flower beds and a paved pathway add structure and interest, with lawned sections positioned on either side, offering a pleasing balance of greenery and low-maintenance planting. The garden continues to include a further hardstanding area, well suited to entertaining, outdoor furniture or a barbecue area. In addition, there is a useful door leading to under-property storage, ideal for garden equipment and seasonal items.

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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.
Driveway
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Rear 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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