Montpellier Road, Torquay

The Vinery is an exclusive retirement development situated in an enviable location set just above Torquay's Harbourside, Yacht Marina and Town Centre. This particular apartment occupies a second floor position with lift access and benefits from a two bedroom layout. An on site manager and emergency life line are available for peace of mind.

The Vinery boasts quality communal areas including a top floor conservatory and garden where outstanding sea views are enjoyed across Tor Bay. There is also residents laundry facilities and a guest suite available for visitors (subject to availability).

OWNERS INSIGHT

"We purchased this apartment 5 years ago, due to its brilliant location in the heart of Torquay, just a few minutes walk to the main shops, harbour, theatre and restaurants. On the harbourside are bus stops which serve most of the South Devon area". "The Vinery is an iconic building, well maintained and protected by CCTV for extra security. We love the large carpeted corridors and the communal conservatory on the top floor with fantastic views over the harbour and bay."

STEP INSIDE

A secure communal entrance with telephone intercom system opens to the large communal hall from where lift or stair approach rises to the Second Floor. A private door opens to the bright and spacious RECEPTION HALL with telephone door entry system, two storage cupboards, one housing the modern consumer unit. The SITTING/DINING ROOM is a bright and spacious room with double glazed bay window to the front. Archway to the KITCHENwith a range of cream fronted shaker style units and wood effect working surfaces with inset sink unit. Fitted double oven, ceramic hob with extractor over, integrated dishwasher, fridge and freezer. Under counter LED lighting.

BEDROOMS & SHOWER ROOMS

PRINCIPAL BEDROOM with double glazed French doors opening to the BALCONY and built-in wardrobes. EN-SUITEwith a contemporary white suite of double shower cubicle, wash hand basin and WC. Fully tiled walls, ladder style heated towel rail and wood effect flooring. BEDROOM 2 with double glazed French doors opening to the BALCONY. SHOWER ROOM with suite of shower cubicle, wash hand basin and WC. Part tiled walls and chrome heated towel rail.

STEP OUTSIDE

This apartment benefits from a BALCONY enjoying the sunshine throughout the day. Lift and stairs ascend to the penthouse level where there is a COMMUNAL CONSERVATORY and TERRACE from where there are stunning sea views to Tor Bay. On this level is the LAUNDRY, and external steps with stairlift to the COMMUNAL GARDEN commanding fine sea views to Tor Bay with sheltered seating area for the enjoyment of all residents.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

ACCESS: Lift or stair approach. HEATING: Storage/Electric Heating. SERVICES: Mains electric, water & drainage. LENGTH OF LEASE: 150 years from 1986. SERVICE CHARGE: £6,000 per annum. GROUND RENT: Peppercorn. MANAGEMENT: Crown Property Management, Torquay. LETTING: Assured shorthold tenancies permitted but holiday letting is prohibited. PETS: Permitted with consent from the management. CONSERVATION AREA: Torquay harbour. COUNCIL TAX BAND: C (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2026/2027 is £ 2,183.99. TWIN ROOM GUEST SUITE: Situated on the ground floor. BROADBAND & MOBILE – We are advised that Standard & Ultrafast broadband are available in the area via Openreach, with mobile signal likely with O2, Three & Vodafone but limited with EE (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’.