4 bed detached house for sale

Wellswood, Torquay TQ1

Situated in a peaceful cul-de-sac just off Torquay's prestigious Ilsham Marine Drive, Tramontane is a fine detached house set above the road enjoying wide elevated views over the wooded valley and hillsides to the sea at Lyme Bay. The living space is arranged in a traditional design, tastefully presented and complemented with a selection of outdoor relaxation and entertainment areas including a decked terrace leading from the sitting room and sheltered pagola covered side patio. The main garden ascends with a southerly orientation to a central seating area and greenhouse. The top of the garden has been left for wildlife, where a timber summerhouse commands the finest views.

The property is conveniently located for the scenic Ilsham Valley and beautiful walks on the picturesque South Devon coastal footpaths toward Meadfoot Beach or Babbacombe. Wellswood with its ‘village’ ambience is within reasonable walking distance, providing a parade of shops, cafés, restaurants, Post Office, Kents Pub, St Matthias Church, and Ilsham Primary School.

EPC Rating: D

Owners Insight

"During covid-19, we consolidated from 2 properties into one and moved to our lovely home in Wellswood. Bishops Rise is a quiet, friendly community with no through traffic. We have fabulous views over Lyme Bay and are within easy walking distance of Wellswood village. We are situated 100m from the sw coast path and easy reach of Anstey’s Cove.

During the last 5 years, we have declutterred significantly, and are now looking to downsize.

It will take a special property indeed to replace our home; it is such a quiet secluded location yet with all the benefits gained from walking to Wellswood or further to Babbacombe or Torquay. The development of our sun terrace gives us a splendid viewing platform with views over the house and out over Lyme Bay looking towards Sidmouth, Budleigh Salterton and Beer. The top part of the garden has purposely been left as a wildflower meadow as it attracts a plethora of butterflies, bees, and general wildlife."

Step Inside

A composite entrance door opens to the porch with cloakroom. Inner door to the reception hall with understairs storage and generous cupboard. Attractive sitting room with feature stone fireplace with fitted gas log burner, patio doors opening to a decked terrace enjoying beautiful views over the Ilsham Valley towards Walls Hill. Matching patio doors open to the sun room with direct access to the gardens. The kitchen is comprehensively appointed with a range of units and wood effect working surfaces with inset sink. Integrated appliances of electric double oven and grill, induction hob with filter hood over, dishwasher, fridge, freezer and further fridge/freezer. Breakfast bar, broom cupboard and two picture windows enjoying the beautiful valley views. Utility with matching cabinets to the kitchen, provisions for washing machine and dryer and composite door to the side. Dining room with picture window overlooking the rear garden and doors to a study also overlooking the garden.

Step Upstairs

From the Reception Hall a staircase with exposed light oak handrails and spindles rises to the First Floor Landing with large picture window over the half landing enjoying views over the rear garden. Airing cupboard housing the pressurised cylinder and gas fired boiler. Bedroom 1 with two windows enjoying some of the finest views from the property over the Ilsham Valley towards Walls Hill and the sea at Lyme Bay. Comprehensive bank of fitted wardrobes and en-suite shower room. Bedroom 2 enjoying similar views to bedroom one and fitted wardrobes. Bedroom 3 with picture window overlooking the rear garden and fitted double wardrobe. Bedroom 4, currently used as a home office, with views over the rear garden. Bathroom with panelled bath with mains fed pressure shower over, vanity unit and WC with concealed cistern. Fully tiled walls, heated towel rail and obscure glazed window.

Step Outside

At road level is the double garage with power and lighting. A stepped approach to the front of the property with a generous decked terrace with direct access from the sitting room and leads around to a further paved terrace with covered pergoda and outside power. Steps and pathways lead up the rear garden, arranged in a series of tiers. The central area has a level, gravelled space for relaxation whilst enjoying the views and a greenhouse. The pathway winds up to the top area of garden being left for wildlife and a timber summerhouse with deck from where outstanding views are enjoyed across the surrounding area taking in the Ilsham Valley and sea at Lyme Bay.

Additional Information

Access: Stepped approach.
Heating: Gas central heating.
Services: Mains Electric, Gas, Water & Drainage.
Council tax band: F (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2025/2026 is £3,379.77.
Mobile & broadband: Likely mobile coverage with EE being good outdoor, Three, Vodafone & O2 being good outdoor and variable in-home. Standard & Superfast broadband available in the area with Openreach. (Vodafone 5G & fibre broadband). Data obtained from Ofcom mobile and broadband checker.

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’.

Garden

Large, elevated garden.

Parking - Garage

Double garage.