Babbacombe, Torquay

Set behind the discrete dressed stone facade of this CHARACTER VICTORIAN TERRACED COTTAGE lies a charming home tastefully fusing character features with modern convenience. Affording a traditional two reception, two-bedroom design the property has been extended to the rear in recent years creating a welcoming kitchen/breakfast room and cloakroom.  To the rear the southerly facing garden has been laid to decked terrace and artificial lawn for ease of maintenance and the property is complemented with a large garage.

The property stands in the very heart of Babbacombe, and virtually a pebble throw away from the picturesque Downs with the shingle beaches of Oddicombe and Babbacombe below, accessed by either the winding wooded pathways or renowned Cliff Railway. The coastal fields of Walls Hill are equally accessible, perfect for the dog owner. A host of local amenities are on the doorstep including independent shops, Tesco Metro, Babbacombe Theatre and wide selection of pubs, restaurants and cafe's.

SELLERS INSIGHT

“When we were looking to purchase a property we were fortunate to be able to find this lovely home, almost on our doorstep. Whilst it required complete modernisation it felt a very comfortable property and we could see the fantastic potential it offered. Having completed a program of extension and refurbishment we have been able to create a special home in an extremely convenient location, which has proved to be a very popular rental property for us in recent years. Our life plans have now changed and so reluctantly we are looking to sell the property but I feel sure that any new owner will be warmly welcomed here and be extremely happy. We were initially attracted to the property due to its convenient location. One of very few areas in Torquay that you can find everything that you need on a daily basis, a selection of shops, a regular bus service and lovely walks all found close at hand, something that I know any new owners will also appreciate."

STEP INSIDE

A step rises to the front door opening to the entrance porch with electric meter and consumer unit and inner half glazed door to the RECEPTION HALL with wood effect flooring. SITTING ROOM with window to the front, tiled fireplace and two alcove storage cupboards with display cills over. DINING ROOM with base level storage cupboard with display shelving over and two understairs storage cupboards, one housing the gas meter. The KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM is fitted with a range of Shaker style units and wood effect work tops with inset sink. Built in electric oven, four ring gas hob with cooker hood above, provisions for washing machine machine and integrated slimline dishwasher. Wood effect flooring, two skylights, obscure glazed window to the rear and door to the garden. CLOAKROOM with WC with cistern sink over and display shelf over, wall mounted Worcester gas fired boiler.

STEP UPSTAIRS

From the reception hall stairs rise to the first floor landing with hatch to loft space with retractable ladder. BEDROOM 1 is a double room with two windows to the front, built-in wardrobe and feature wooden fire surround with cast iron inset. BEDROOM 2 with feature wooden fire surround and window overlooking the rear garden. The BATHROOM is fitted with a white suite of panelled bath with electric Triton shower over, basin and WC. Part Aqua panelling to walls, linen cupboard with slat shelving, ladder style heated towel rail, Aqua panelled ceiling and obscure glazed window.

STEP OUTSIDE

The rear garden enjoys a sunny southerly aspect and has been laid to decked terrace and gently sloping artificial lawn for ease of maintenance with central gravelled pathway. To the rear of the garden is a wooden shed with steps to the side rising to the GARAGE with remote operated roller door, power, lighting, window and courtesy door to the rear.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

HEATING: Gas Central Heating SERVICES: Mains Electric, Gas, Water & Drainage COUNCIL TAX BAND: ‘C’ (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2026/2027 is £2,183.99. FLOOD RISK: SURFACE WATER: Very Low. RIVERS & THE SEA: Very Low (according to the gov.uk website). BROADBAND & MOBILE: We are advised that Standard, Superfast & Ultrafast Broadband are available in the area via Openreach & Virgin Media, with mobile signal good outdoor and in-home via EE, good outdoor via O2, good outdoor variable in-home via Three & variable outdoor via Vodafone (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’.

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