The Manor House Apartments, Seaway Lane, Torquay, TQ2

The Brunel Tower Penthouse occupies the top floor of a beautiful grade II listed building of significant heritage dating back to 1860. Positioned above Cockington Valley, local beaches are within easy reach as well as Torquay seafront, harbourside and the green spaces or Torre Abbey. The Manor House benefits from security gates, off street parking, well kept communal grounds and a leisure suite including heated indoor swimming pool, gym and changing rooms. The penthouse apartment benefits from its own dedicated storage cupboard within this area as well as a separate annex in the main building, downstairs from the apartment, which could suit a variety of uses. The apartment also benefits from two designated parking spaces.

As you approach the main entrance you are greeted by impressive character features including gothic timber doors leading into a stunning reception hall. The space is dominated by an incredible "flying staircase" designed by Henri Brunel made to resemble the staircase between the decks of a ship. It is a feat of engineering mainly crafted in "pitch pine". This is private to the apartment and surrounded by a gallery which provides a wonderful additional dining space with a unique ambience.

As you enter the apartment, you are greeted by a large "L" shaped hallway giving access to all of the rooms, including the utility room, and to a rear door with a second staircase leading to the annexe and to the outside of the building.

The kitchen offers ample space for a dining table and is fitted with a range of base units with granite worktops over. There is a fitted stainless steel range cooker and dishwasher. French doors lead out to a south-facing balcony overlooking the gardens with stunning sea views beyond.

The lounge is a great size and also enjoys fantastic views from a bay window to the rear. Character features include an ornate timbered ceiling with decorative coving as well as a beautiful marble fireplace with cast iron surround.

There are four double bedrooms all with access to an en-suite shower room via jack and jill doors, and a separate WC.

From the study, steps lead up into a snug decorated with gothic wood style panelling and a quadruple aspect. A further staircase rises into the showpiece moment; an observatory tower with 360 degree views from one of the highest points in Torbay. It is decorated with intricate wood carved panelling and an exposed timber beam ceiling.

Council Tax Band: F (Torbay Council)
Tenure: Share of Freehold (977 years)
Ground Rent: £0 per year
Service Charge: £5,395 per year
Restrictions: Listed building, Conservation area, Lease restrictions, Holiday home rental
Please note the lease states pets are not allowed without consent from the Management Company.