Shiphay, Torquay

This MATURE DETACHED HOUSE has been a cherished home for our client for the past fifteen years, immaculately presented and occupying an extensive plot. A generous driveway and single garage with pitched roof provide ample parking, while the beautiful gardens are a particular attraction, with an abundance of colourful flowers, mature shrubs, meandering lawned pathways and specimen trees including Acer and palm. Sheltered terraces and tranquil seating areas provide wonderful spaces from which to relax and enjoy the surroundings. Inside, the welcoming reception hall retains original stained glass detailing, carefully preserved within double glazed units. The spacious kitchen dining room forms the heart of the home, with a warming log burner and French doors creating a natural connection with the garden, complemented by a comfortable sitting room, three bedrooms and a striking shower room.

Conveniently located close to highly regarded schools, including the acclaimed Torquay Grammar Schools, together with Torbay Hospital and the A380 link road, this fine home is ideally placed for family life and those seeking convenient access to the wider region.

OWNER INSIGHT

“I have loved this home since 2011, and it has been the perfect place to put down roots. The south-facing garden has given me so much pleasure over the years; wonderfully private, I have spent countless happy hours out there tending the borders, sitting in the sunshine and simply enjoying the peace and tranquillity. The parking has been a real bonus too, with the garage and driveway meaning I have never had to think twice about space when family and friends come to visit. The location could not be more convenient, with everything close at hand while the house itself still feels peaceful and tucked away. Having already secured my onward move, I intend for the sale to be chain free. While I will be very sad to leave, I know the next owners will love living here just as much as I have.”

STEP INSIDE

A stepped approach leads to the covered entrance, where original stained glass leaded light detailing has been preserved within double glazed units. The welcoming reception hall has deep under stairs storage with a window and oak doors to the principal rooms. The sitting room enjoys a bay window with an open outlook, together with a substantial timber fire surround and mantel, tiled detailing and an inset living flame effect gas fire. A particular feature is the spacious kitchen dining room. The dining area has a limestone fireplace with log burner and polished granite hearth, tiled flooring and French doors opening to the garden. The kitchen is fitted with white units and square edge stone effect worktops, Rangemaster, provision for a fridge freezer and a one and a half bowl sink. Beyond, the utility room provides further appliance space, a sink and direct garden access, with a cloakroom off.

STEP UPSTAIRS

From the reception hall, a staircase with carved spindles rises to the first floor landing, filled with natural light from a window over the stairs. There are three bedrooms, including two generous doubles, both with bay windows. Bedroom two overlooks the extensive rear garden, while bedroom one enjoys an open outlook to the front. Bedroom three is currently utilised as a home working area and benefits from deep storage over the stairway. A particular feature is the striking shower room, appointed with a walk-in double shower featuring body sprays and a rainfall head, WC and wall hung vanity unit. Dual aspect and fully tiled to the floor and walls, the room further benefits from two heated towel rails and an illuminated mirror fronted medicine cabinet. A cupboard houses the hot water cylinder.

STEP OUTSIDE

To the front, a generous driveway provides parking for several vehicles, alongside a raised gravelled garden with a maturing palm, designed for ease of maintenance. The driveway continues to a single garage with a pitched roof, power and lighting, and a personal door opening to the rear garden. A sheltered lower courtyard provides a beautiful and private area planted with roses and a natural stone retaining wall. Steps rise to a higher terrace with decking, beyond which the extensive garden unfolds. Lawned pathways meander through an abundance of mature shrubs, plants and flowers, complemented by a pond with working water feature and specimen trees including Acer and palm. At the top of the garden are a greenhouse and shed, an area ideal for growing fruit and vegetables, together with established apple trees.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

ACCESS - Stepped approach. HEATING - Gas central heating and log burner. SERVICES - Mains gas, electric, water and drainage. COUNCIL TAX BAND - E (Torbay). Full payable amount for 2026/2027 of £3,002.98. BROADBAND & MOBILE - Good outdoor and in-home with EE, Vodafone and O2, good outdoor, variable in-home with Three. Standard and Ultrafast broadband available in the area with Openreach and Virgin Media.

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.

DIRECTIONS

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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’.

Rear Garden

Large rear garden.

Parking - Garage

Single garage with pitched roof.

Parking - Driveway