Babbacombe, Torquay

This UNIQUE GROUND FLOOR FLAT is centred on a striking OPEN PLAN PRINCIPAL ROOM, where a VAULTED CEILING and an extensive ROOF LANTERN flood the space with light. A SPIRAL STAIRCASE winds up to a versatile MEZZANINE LEVEL, ideal as a study, reading nook or occasional guest space. Stepping outside, a COURTYARD lies directly beyond the principal room. Although communal, this is the only apartment in the development with direct access to it, and our client has historically enjoyed it as their own.

Behind the development, the picturesque Walls Hill rolls away across acres of coastal fields, home to Babbacombe Cricket Club, with access onto the scenic South Devon coast paths leading to Babbacombe Bay, Ansteys Cove and beyond. It is a home that offers a way of life as much as a beautiful interior. Within minutes you will find Babbacombe Theatre, Cary Park, a good choice of shops, pubs and eateries, and the stunning Babbacombe Downs, where the renowned funicular railway carries passengers down to Oddicombe Beach.

OWNERS INSIGHT

"When I first walked into the apartment at Osprey House, I knew straight away it was the right place for me. The high ceilings and large Velux windows let in so much light, and having two bedrooms plus the extra mezzanine gave me real flexibility. It works beautifully as a study or a snug, though it has also been used as a bedroom in the past. The outside space was another big highlight. Although it is not private to the apartment, it is only accessed by one other apartment, and in all my time here nobody else ever used it, so it always felt like my own. I loved living here, and in more recent years I let the apartment out so that I could move closer to family. Now it is time to pass it on to a new owner, and I hope they will love it as much as I have."

STEP INSIDE

From the communal entrance a private front door with spyhole opens to the RECEPTION HALL with door to a CLOAKROOM with WC, wash hand basin and provision for washing machine. We understand there was previously a shower in this room and could reinstated if required. The reception hall flows through to the IMPRESSIVE OPEN PLAN LIVING SPACE with central extensive roof lantern. The current arrangement provides a sitting room with obscure glazed door giving access to the courtyard. Solid woodblock breakfast bar separating the kitchen area which is fitted with a range of high gloss units in slate grey and square edged working surfaces with contemporary high gloss splashbacks and chromium power points with USB provisions. Built-in electric oven and microwave, induction hob with filter hood over, inset sink unit and integrated fridge.

BEDROOMS & SHOWER ROOM

A spiral staircase rises to the MEZZANINE which could be utilised as a BEDROOM AREA although previously used as an additional sitting room. To the ground floor are TWO BEDROOMS with connecting door, both with windows to the side elevation. SHOWER ROOM with contemporary white suite of shower cubicle, wash hand basin and WC. Wall mounted Ideal logic gas fired boiler, ladder heated towel rail, tiled floor, extractor fan and two obscure windows. There is a doorway giving access to the rear service lane if required.

STEP OUTSIDE

The courtyard, with direct access from apartment 2, is technically communal although primarily utilised by this property with the only one having direct access. The courtyard is gravelled for ease of maintenance with double wooden gates to the rear service lane behind.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

ACCESS: Two steps from the communal entrance. HEATING: Gas Central Heating SERVICES: Mains Electric, Gas, Water & Drainage. TENURE - Leasehold. 125 years from 25 March 2004. Residents own a share of the freehold. SERVICE CHARGE: £600 per annum. LETTING: Both lettings and holiday lettings are permitted. PETS: Permitted with consent. PROFESSIONAL MANAGEMENT - Osprey House Management. COUNCIL TAX BAND: B (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2064/276 is £1,911. BROADBAND & MOBILE: We are advised that Standard and Superfast Broadband is available in the area via Openreach, with mobile signal good outdoor and in-home via EE, good outdoor and variable in-home via Three, variable outdoor via O2, and 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’.

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