Barton, Torquay

- PROPERTY TYPE
Detached Bungalow
- BEDROOMS
2
- BATHROOMS
1
- SIZE
985 sq ft
92 sq m
- TENUREDescribes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.
Freehold
Key features
- DETACHED BUNGALOW
- CONVENIENTLY PLACED FOR LOCAL SHOPS WITH THE WILLOWS SHOPPING DISTRICT A SHORT JOURNEY AWAY
- EASY TO MAINTAIN GARDENS
- GARAGE & DRIVEWAY PARKING
- SITTING/DINING ROOM
- EXTENDED KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM
- 2 DOUBLE BEDROOMS
- BATHROOM/SEP WC
- EPC - D:64
- CHAIN FREE
Description
The BUNGALOW offers a well-proportioned and thoughtfully arranged layout, featuring two double bedrooms, an integral garage, and an extended kitchen/breakfast room. Occupying a generous plot, the rear garden has been designed for low-maintenance enjoyment, while the front provides off-road parking alongside the integral garage.
Situated on the outskirts of Torquay within a well-established residential area, the property is conveniently positioned just a short walk from the local shops and amenities on Barton Hill Road. A wider selection of shopping, dining, and leisure facilities, including a range of national retailers, can be found nearby at The Willows. Torbay Hospital is approximately two miles away, while the South Devon Highway provides excellent transport links to Newton Abbot, with its mainline railway station, and onwards to the regional city of Exeter.
OWNERS INSIGHT
"My late mother spent many happy years at Bowerland Avenue, where she created a wonderful home filled with cherished memories. She especially loved tending to her sunny garden and would happily spend hours gardening and enjoying the peaceful surroundings. The property benefits from regular local bus services, providing convenient access to nearby shops and schools. It also enjoys a welcoming community spirit, making it a lovely place to live. We hope the new owners will enjoy many happy years here and create as many wonderful memories as our family has over the years."
STEP INSIDE
From the driveway a path leads to the front opening to an ENTRANCE PORCH with security light and inner door to the RECEPTION HALL with loft access hatch and storage cupboard. The SITTING/DINING ROOM is a bright room with large window overlooking the front garden and marble effect fireplace with inset living flame effect gas fire. The KITCHEN is fitted with a range of white units and marble effect work tops with inset sink. Built-in electric double oven, four ring gas hob with circulator above, provisions for washing machine and undercounter spaces for fridge and freezer. Wall mounted Baxi gas boiler. two windows overlooking the rear garden, door to the garage and further door to a side porch with windows and door out to the side pathway leading to the rear garden.
BEDROOMS & BATHROOM
BEDROOM 1 is a double room enjoying a view over the rear garden and surrounding area towards St Marychurch and has built-in wardrobes with mirror sliding door. BEDROOM 2 is also a double room overlooking the front garden with built-in wardrobes with mirror sliding doors. BATHROOM with white suite of panelled bath with mains fed shower over and was basin. Fully tiled walls and obscure glazed window. SEPARATE WC with obscure glazed window.
STEP OUTSIDE
To the rear is a large patio adjoining the property which leads onto the main garden, laid to gravel for ease of maintenance with walled boundaries to either side and fenced to the rear. The front double gates open to the driveway with parking for two cars leading to the GARAGE with roller door, electric meter, consumer unit and window. The front garden is also laid to gravel with an abundance of hydrangeas to the front border.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
ACCESS: One step into the property. HEATING: Gas central heating. SERVICES: Mains Electric, Gas, Water & Drainage. COUNCIL TAX BAND: D (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2026/2027 is £2,456.99. 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 (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.
DIRECTIONS
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Garden
Laid to gravel for ease of maintenance.
Parking - Garage
Parking - Driveway
- COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
- Band: D
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Garage,Driveway
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Private garden
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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