St. Marychurch, Torquay

Situation

Located within easy walking distance of the picturesque St Marychurch Precinct, the property enjoys a wonderful village atmosphere with an excellent selection of independent shops, cafés and everyday amenities nearby. The vibrant Babbacombe area is also close at hand, renowned for its restaurants, traditional tea rooms, pubs and stunning coastal scenery along Babbacombe Downs.

Torquay, the heart of the English Riviera, lies approximately two miles away and offers an extensive range of amenities including beaches, shops, restaurants, the Princess Theatre, Torre Abbey Historic House and Gardens, Torbay Hospital, regular bus services and the railway station at Torre. The area is also famed for its literary connections to Agatha Christie.

Description

This spacious three bedroom terraced home, is situated in a popular residential area. Deceptively spacious and presented in excellent, turn-key condition. The ground floor features a light and airy open plan lounge/dining room with two feature fireplaces alongside a stylish kitchen. On the first floor, there are three bedrooms, two of which are doubles, served by a good size family bathroom with free standing bath and separate shower cubicle. Externally, the property enjoys a well-maintained, low-maintenance rear garden, well-suited to outdoor relaxation.

Situated in a convenient and well-connected area, this home enjoys close proximity to excellent schools, independent and high-street shopping options, and frequent bus services. The location provides an ideal balance of convenience and community appeal, making it perfectly suited to family life.

Accommodation

The accommodation is thoughtfully arranged and beautifully maintained throughout. An inviting reception hallway welcomes you into the home, featuring engineered oak flooring which continues across much of the ground floor, together with useful understairs storage and stairs rising to the first floor.

Glazed internal doors lead through to the spacious open-plan living and dining areas, creating an ideal environment for both everyday living and entertaining. Both rooms enjoy attractive feature fireplaces which add warmth and character, while the dining area benefits from double-glazed doors opening onto the rear courtyard garden.

Positioned to the rear of the property, the stylish kitchen is fitted with a range of base units and open shelving, complemented by a classic butler sink set beneath a double-glazed window overlooking the garden. Integrated appliances include a washing machine, hob and oven with extractor hood above, alongside space for a tall fridge freezer.

Accommodation Continued

A uPVC double-glazed door provides direct access to the garden.

To the first floor are three well-proportioned bedrooms and a spacious family bathroom. The principal bedroom is a generous double positioned at the front of the property, while the second bedroom is also a comfortable double. The third bedroom is currently utilised as a home office but would equally serve well as a child's bedroom or dressing room. All bedrooms benefit from double glazing and central heating radiators.

The impressive family bathroom is finished to a high standard and features a freestanding bath, separate shower cubicle, pedestal wash basin, WC and a Victorian-style heated towel rail.

Outside

To the rear, the property enjoys a beautifully maintained, low-maintenance garden designed with relaxation and entertaining in mind. The lower courtyard area provides an inviting space for outdoor seating, while steps rise to an elevated terrace with raised flower beds and delightful open views. With ample space for al fresco dining and outdoor furniture, this attractive outside space also benefits from an external water tap and useful outbuilding for storage.

Services

Mains electricity, mains water and mains drainage.

Local Authority

Torbay Council, Town Hall, Castle Circus, Torquay TQ1 3DR.

Mileages

Torbay (2 miles) approx., Totnes (8.5 miles) approx., Newton Abbot (4.9 miles) approx., Plymouth (41.0 miles) approx., Exeter (21.5 miles) approx. via Devon Expressway/A38. London Paddington via Totnes Train Station approx. 2.45 hours).

Directions

Start at Torre Abbey and head away from the seafront towards Avenue Road. Follow Avenue Road uphill for about half a mile. Go straight across the main traffic lights near Torre. Continue until you reach the area around Hele Road / Plainmoor. Turn towards Barewell Road — it's a residential road just off the main route through that area.

Agents Note

In accordance with the Estate Agents Act 1979, we disclose that the seller of this property is an employee of the Rendells.