3 bed flat for sale

Oxlea Road, Torquay TQ1

Nestled on the prestigious Lincombes hillside and set within beautifully tended, southerly facing private gardens, this sizeable garden apartment forms one of only two quality homes within this detached property and occupies the whole of the ground floor. Designed to provide spacious single storey living the apartment offers two large reception rooms complemented by three bedrooms, with the living space seamlessly linking with the paved terrace from where sea views are enjoyed, and from where central steps descend to the attractive, well stocked gardens. Ample driveway parking and low maintenance front gardens are further attributes of this delightful individual home.

The Lincombes is one of Torbay’s most prestigious residential districts, occupying a prominent location above Torquay's bustling harbour, yacht marina and sea front beyond. Wellswood amenities can be found at the base of the hill to the north east, retaining a village ambiance with post office, pub, delicatessen, renowned primary school and well supported St Matthias Church. Picturesque walks through the scenic Ilsham Valley, Meadfoot Beach and Daddyhole Plain link Wellswood to the harbour.

EPC Rating: F

Owner Insight

"Over the past 9 years, I have loved living in Oxlea road, set in a beautiful part of Torquay nestled on the wonderful Lincombes hillside and its proximity to Wellswood shopping precinct and easy access to Meadfoot beach or the harbour front.

Whilst relaxing on the large patio, you enjoy the wonderful sea view, passing ships and the colourful garden, which I have enjoyed developing.

If you are looking for peace and quiet, then this is the place for you, other than the interruption of delightful birdsong, or the occasional lap of the waves.

There is a season for everything, and I have made lovely memories here, but moving into a new chapter of my life.

I hope new owners will enjoy the garden flat and the beautiful surroundings, as much as I have."

Step Inside

A PVCu double glazed front door opens to the welcoming dining hall with cupboard housing the Ideal gas boiler. The sitting room is a bright southerly facing room with French doors overlooking and opening to the beautifully tended private garden and enjoying elevated views over the Lincombes hillside with sea and coastal views into Lyme Bay. Feature brick fireplace with marble hearth and inset multi-fuel stove. The kitchen is fitted with a range of units and wood butchers block work tops with inset ceramic Butler sink. Built-in electric double oven, five ring gas hob with cooker hood over and space for American style fridge/freezer. Retractable larder unit, durable wood effect floor, window overlooking the front garden and approach. Utility with range of base cupboards and drawers, provisions for washing machine and dishwasher, cupboard housing the electric meter and consumer unit, hatch to loft space, window to the front and stable door to the side.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

The principal bedroom is a bright double room with door opening to the sun terrace and garden and enjoying views over the private garden to the sea at Lyme Bay. Contemporary en-suite with suite of bath with tiled panel and central waterfall tap, double shower cubicle, basin and WC. Part tiled walls, ladder style heated towel rail, tiled floor and window overlooking the terrace and garden. Inner hall with airing cupboard. Bedroom 2 is also a double room with dual aspect having central door with side windows opening to the terrace and garden with views to the sea at Lyme Bay. Two built-in wardrobes. Bedroom 3/study with window to the side. Off the dining hall is a further inner hall with decorative colour glazed leaded window and door to the bathroom with 'P' shaped bath with shower over and rain head, twin basins set on marble top and drawers beneath, tiling to walls and ladder style heated towel rail. Separate WC with vanity unit.

Step Outside

To the front of the property is a wide driveway with parking for numerous vehicles and gravelled beds to the side with mature trees beyond which is a gently sloping artificial lawn with well stocked flower and shrub borders. To the side is an outside light, power point and water tap. A gated pathway leads around to the rear where this apartment enjoys a private garden, beautifully maintained and providing a particular feature of this home with well stocked flower beds and level lawn with central water fountain within a rose garden. Further patio and garden shed. Immediately adjoining the property is a sizeable paved sun terrace with decorative roped balustrading enjoying a southerly aspect with views over the surrounding area to the sea at Lyme Bay. Outside lighting, power point and tap.

Additional Information

Access: Sloping driveway descends to the front door.
Heating: Gas Central Heating.
Services: Mains Electric, Gas, Water & Drainage.
Service charge: £500 per annum plus 50% of annual insurance charge.
Management: Currently managed by the apartment owner.
Pets: Permitted.
Letting: Permitted.
Holiday letting: Not Permitted.
Council tax band: ‘E’ (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2026/2027 is £3,002.98.
Flood risk: Surface water: Very Low. Rivers & the sea: Very Low (according to the website).
Broadband & mobile: We are advised that Standard, Superfast & Ultrafast Broadband are available in the area via Openreach, with mobile signal good outdoor variable in-home via EE & good outdoor via O2, Three & Vodafone (according to the Ofcom website).

Please Note

The apartment is being sold freehold, subject to a 999 year lease from 2005 granted to the apartment above.

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

Beautifully tended private garden and sizeable sun terrace.

Parking - Driveway