4 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
Preston, Paignton

- PROPERTY TYPE
Semi-Detached
- BEDROOMS
4
- BATHROOMS
6
- SIZE
2,174 sq ft
202 sq m
- TENUREDescribes 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
- SEMI-DETACHED RESIDENCE IN FOUR FLATS
- COASTAL LOCATION WITH SEA VIEWS OF TOR BAY
- ARRANGED OVER THREE LEVELS
- GENEROUS PARKING WITH DOUBLE CAR PORT
- VERSATILE GARDEN STUDIO
- CLOSE TO PRESTON SANDS AND AMENITIES
- CHAIN FREE
- EPC'S - FLAT 1 - D:64, FLAT 2 - D:60, FLAT 3 - E:39, FLAT 4 - F:37
Description
This SUBSTATIAL SEMI-DETACHED RESIDENCE is arranged as FOUR SELF-CONTAINED FLATS, with the upper rear levels enjoying OPEN SEA VIEWS of Tor Bay. Ideally positioned just one road back from Marine Parade and Preston Sands Promenade, the property occupies a highly convenient and sought-after coastal setting. Owned by our client’s family for approximately 25 years, the building was historically operated, and retains commercial status as owners’ accommodation with three holiday flats and a chalet (the garden studio). Although it has not traded in recent years, it has been more recently utilised for extended family living. The property now presents an excellent opportunity to re-establish holiday accommodation, or alternatively to explore conversion to residential dwellings, subject to the necessary consents and confirmation of residential status.
The location is particularly appealing, offering virtually level access to the amenities of Preston and Paignton, with attractive green spaces and beaches quite literally on the doorstep. Preston Sands lies just beyond the adjoining railway line, while Paignton Harbour can be reached by a pleasant stroll along the promenade. The neighbouring towns of Torquay and Brixham further enhance the area, both providing excellent marina and leisure facilities.
EPC Rating: D
SELLER INSIGHT
"Our parents bought Seascape twenty-five years ago, at a time when our father was hoping to retire but our mum wasn’t quite ready to slow down. Instead, she embraced a change of pace and a new lifestyle by the sea in Devon. Together, they ran Seascape successfully as holiday flats for many years, welcoming guests from near and far. During the Covid pandemic, our mum made the decision to stop trading, and since then the building has been enjoyed privately by family and friends. Our mum was always incredibly proud of her home. While we fully appreciate that new owners will bring their own ideas and may wish to redesign or remodel to suit their needs, Seascape offers wonderful potential to do just that. Above all, our parents loved the location, the sea views never failed to captivate them, and they cherished being so close to the beach and the many local amenities."
STEP INSIDE
Seascape is arranged over three levels and approached via a glazed entrance porch leading into a communal hall, enhanced by an attractive stained glass window. The ground floor accommodates Flat 1 (Owners), offering well-proportioned accommodation comprising an inner hall, front facing sitting room with bay window, open plan dining room, and an ‘L’-shaped kitchen/breakfast room with views over and direct access to the rear parking and garden area. The flat further provides a double bedroom with en suite bathroom and a separate cloakroom. A communal staircase leads to Flats 2 and 3 on the first floor, both spacious one bedroom flats accessed from a shared landing with rear fire escape. Flat 3 enjoys particularly fine sea views from the principal living room. Flat 4 occupies the second floor and enjoys the most elevated outlook, with excellent sea views from both the sitting room and kitchen. Double bedroom with en suite, additional shower room, and connecting dressing room/study.
STEP OUTSIDE
A block-paved driveway runs down the side of the property to extensive rear parking, incorporating a double car port. Set to the rear of the plot is a DETACHED GARDEN STUDIO, offering excellent potential for hobbies, home working or a teenage retreat. While now requiring general refurbishment, it benefits from a private entrance, an open-plan room with twin windows, and a shower room. Behind the studio is a lean-to storage shed with doors at either end. An external fire escape provides access to both the first and second floor levels. To the front of the property is a raised paved patio area.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
We understand the flats will be sold with vacant possession. UTILITIES & HEATING: Flat 1 (owners) is the only flat with gas central heating, flats 2, 3 and 4 have electric heating. There is a communal hot water tank tank located in flat 2. Electric is currently on two meters which are shared between the flats and not individually metered. Water is on one meter. COUNCIL TAX - All flats are band 'A' (Torbay Council). Current full payable amount £1,559.89 each. BROADBAND & MOBILE: We are advised that Standard & Superfast Broadband is available in the area via Openreach, with mobile signal good outdoor and in-home with EE, good outdoor with O2, good outdoor and variable in-door with Three and Vodafone (according to the Ofcom website).
OUR AREA
Paignton is nestled on the warm South Devon coast being one of three towns along with Torquay 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.
PAIGNTON IS WELL CONNECTED
By Train: Torquay and Paignton Train Stations has some direct lines to London Paddington and Birmingham and is just one/two stops 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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Rear Garden
Block paved.
Parking - Car port
Parking - Off street
Driveway and block paved parking area.
- 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: A
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Covered,Off street
- 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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