Barton, Torquay

A true gardener’s delight, this charming character SEMI-DETACHED HOME conceals a beautifully established and extensive tiered garden, thoughtfully arranged to create an abundance of peaceful spaces surrounded by vibrant flowers, mature planting and established trees. A productive vegetable patch and generous greenhouse offer a touch of the “good life”, while elevated open views stretch across the surrounding area toward St Marychurch. The house itself offers a traditional and welcoming three bedroom layout and has been a loved home to the current owners for over twenty years.

Ideally positioned, the property lies within easy walking distance of local shops at Barton Hill Road and Fore Street. The nearby King George V Playing Fields, less than half a mile away, lead to Easterfield and the picturesque South West Coast Path, with scenic walks towards Watcombe Beach, Maidencombe and onward to Shaldon. A wider range of amenities can be found at nearby St Marychurch, including its pedestrianised shopping precinct and the nearby Torquay Golf Club.

OWNER'S INSIGHT

"Pierre has been our loved home for over twenty years, from the moment we arrived, we fell in love with the setting, especially the garden. Over the years, we have carefully shaped the space to create peaceful areas for relaxation, productive patches for vegetables, colourful flower beds, and tranquil ponds enjoyed throughout the seasons. We have always treasured the beautiful open outlook from the garden, combined with a wonderful sense of privacy. Daily life here has also been very convenient, with local shops on Barton Hill Road and Fore Street, schools, and bus services all close at hand. As we now look to downsize, we hope the next owners will enjoy Pierre as much as we have and create many happy memories in this very special home."

STEP INSIDE

Stepping into the glazed entrance porch, with tiled flooring, plant shelving and a charming stable door featuring a bullseye window, the home opens into a welcoming reception hall with useful understairs storage. The sitting room enjoys a bay window to the front and centres around a characterful tiled fireplace with timber surround and mantel, creating an attractive focal point and offering an open working fire. The spacious kitchen/dining room faces the front and features tiled flooring and traditional wainscot panelling, fitted with a range of white fronted units, stone effect work surfaces, sink, and provision for an electric cooker with extractor hood over. A walk-in larder with internal window adds practicality. The adjoining utility benefits from a glazed roof and space for laundry appliances and a fridge/freezer. A rear lobby houses the Vaillant gas boiler, cloakroom and door providing direct access to the garden.

STEP UPSTAIRS

From the reception hall, stairs rise to the first floor landing, where a window frames an attractive outlook over the beautiful rear garden, with access to the loft above which we understand is boarded and benefits two roof lights. The accommodation provides three bedrooms, with bedrooms one and two being generously proportioned doubles enjoying front facing aspects, whilst bedroom three benefits from a delightful outlook over the garden. The bathroom is fitted with a white suite comprising a panelled bath with power shower over, wash basin and WC, part tiled walls and an obscure glazed window providing natural light and privacy.

STEP OUTSIDE

The gardens are undoubtedly a particular feature of the property, wrapping around the side and rear over thoughtfully arranged tiers to create a beautiful and tranquil retreat. To the front, a cherry tree with rich burgundy foliage provides seasonal colour, whilst mature jasmine climbs the entrance porch. A secure side gate opens to the main garden, where pathways wind through a variety of peaceful spaces designed for relaxation and enjoyment. Features include a seating area beneath a mature black grape vine, lawn, productive vegetable patch, generous aluminium-framed greenhouse and sheltered timber gazebo arbour. Beautifully stocked, the garden enjoys an abundance of colourful flowers, established shrubs and maturing trees, including palm, fig, oak, ornamental plum and silver birch. Two useful sheds/workshops add practicality, whilst elevated views stretch across the surrounding area towards St Marychurch.

ADDITIONL INFORMATION

ACCESS: Stepped approach and tiered garden. HEATING: Gas central heating. SERVICES: Mains Electric, Gas, Water & Drainage. COUNCIL TAX BAND: C (Torbay Council). Full payable amount for 2026/2027 of £2,183.99. BROADBAND & MOBILE: We are advised that Standard, Superfast & Ultrafast Broadband is available in the area via Openreach, with mobile signal good outdoor and in-home via Vodafone, good outdoor and variable in-home with O2, EE & 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.

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ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING (AML) COMPLIANCE

In line with the Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017, all estate agents are required to verify the identity and legitimate source of funds of every purchaser. We conduct these checks through an independent, specialist service provider, alongside our own internal due diligence. A fee of £18 (£15 + VAT) per purchaser applies once an offer is agreed in principle. Purchasers must complete the digital ID verification and provide evidence of funds or financial capability before a memorandum of sale is issued and the property’s status is updated to ‘Sale Agreed’ or ‘Sold STC’.

Garden

Large tiered garden facing southerly toward the house.