2 bed flat for sale

Lower Warberry Road, Torquay TQ1

Tenure: Leasehold

A Light-Filled Top Floor Apartment with Balcony, Views, Lift Access, Communal Gardens and Residents’ Swimming Pool

New to the market is this impressive two-bedroom top floor apartment situated within Holme Court, a highly regarded purpose-built development in the sought-after Warberries area of Torquay. Enjoying a wonderful elevated position, the apartment takes full advantage of its outlook, with open views across the wooded hillside of the Lincombes, glimpses towards Wellswood, and a private balcony designed to make the most of the setting.

Positioned on the top floor and accessed by lift or stairs, the apartment offers a superb sense of light, privacy and security. The accommodation is well-proportioned throughout, with a spacious reception hallway providing excellent built-in storage, two double bedrooms both benefitting from fitted wardrobes, a contemporary shower room, separate WC and a fitted kitchen with open views across the surrounding hillside.

The main sitting/dining room is a particularly attractive space, enjoying a dual aspect with views from both the side and rear windows. There is plenty of room for both relaxed seating and a dining area, creating a versatile living space that works well for everyday living and entertaining. A door opens directly onto the private balcony, where glass balustrading allows the outlook to be fully appreciated. From here, the views stretch across mature trees, period homes and apartments set into the Warberries hillside, giving the apartment a peaceful, elevated feel rarely found so close to Wellswood and Torquay harbourside.

The kitchen is fitted with a range of white high-gloss units, working surfaces, inset sink, fitted oven, gas hob and cooker hood, with spaces for a washing machine, tumble dryer and fridge/freezer. The room also enjoys a pleasing outlook towards the Lincombes, making it a bright and practical space. The apartment further benefits from double glazing, gas central heating and smart electric blinds to the windows, which the seller will be leaving as part of the sale.

Holme Court is set within beautifully maintained communal gardens, mainly laid to lawn with mature trees, shrubs and planting providing an attractive setting around the building. A real highlight of the development is the residents’ swimming pool with solar cover, offering a fantastic lifestyle feature during the warmer months without the responsibility of maintenance. The gardens also include access to a gated pathway leading towards Wellswood, along with communal washing lines and cycle racks beneath the building. Residents and visitors’ parking is available within the car park, with a number of marked bays.

The location is one of the apartment’s strongest features. The Warberries is one of Torquay’s most established and attractive hillside settings, prized for its mature surroundings, elevated outlooks and convenient access to both Wellswood and the town. Wellswood Village is within easy reach and offers an excellent selection of local amenities including independent shops, cafés, restaurants, a pub, church, pharmacy, post office, salons and everyday conveniences, all with a friendly village atmosphere.

From the base of the hill, Torquay’s harbourside, marina and town centre provide a wider range of restaurants, waterside cafés, shops, theatre, leisure facilities and coastal attractions. The area is also well placed for scenic walks, with Meadfoot Beach, Meadfoot Green, Daddyhole Plain, Ilsham Valley, the South West Coast Path and the green spaces around the Lincombes and Warberries all nearby. For those needing wider connections, Torquay and Torre railway stations, local bus routes and road links towards Newton Abbot, the A380, Exeter and the M5 are all accessible, making this a highly convenient base for both full-time living and a coastal retreat.

The owner has particularly enjoyed the security and ease of apartment living, the beauty of the Warberries hillside, the balcony outlook, and the ability to enjoy the gardens and pool without the responsibility of maintaining them. This is a bright, spacious and well-positioned apartment in a superb Torquay setting, offering apartment living at its finest.

EPC Rating: F

Location

Holme Court is positioned in the sought-after Warberries area of Torquay, an established hillside setting known for its leafy surroundings, elevated outlooks and excellent access to both Wellswood and Torquay harbourside. The apartment enjoys a peaceful residential feel, yet sits within easy reach of many of Torquay’s most desirable coastal, village and town amenities.

Wellswood Village is close by and remains one of Torquay’s most popular local hubs, offering a strong selection of independent shops and day-to-day conveniences. These include cafés, restaurants, a pub, pharmacy, post office, church, hairdressers, beauty salons, boutique-style shops and local food stores. It has a genuine village atmosphere, making it ideal for buyers who want local facilities nearby without needing to head into the town centre for everything.

For those who enjoy walking, the location is superb. From the Warberries and Lincombes hillside, there are scenic routes through attractive residential roads, mature tree-lined areas and down towards the coast. Meadfoot Beach is within easy reach and is one of Torquay’s most loved beaches, with a more relaxed feel than the main seafront, beachside cafés and access to the South West Coast Path. From Meadfoot, walks continue towards Daddyhole Plain, offering dramatic coastal scenery, open green space and views across Tor Bay.

Ilsham Valley and Ilsham Green are also nearby, providing attractive green spaces and a pleasant route towards Wellswood and the coast. From this side of Torquay, buyers can also access Anstey’s Cove, a sheltered and scenic beach with a charming coastal feel, popular for sea swimming, kayaking and walking. The South West Coast Path links many of these beauty spots together, creating excellent routes towards Babbacombe, Walls Hill, Hope’s Nose and beyond.

Torquay harbourside and marina sit at the base of the hill and offer a wider choice of restaurants, bars, waterside cafés and leisure attractions. The harbour is a major lifestyle draw, with pleasant walks around the marina, Abbey Sands and Torre Abbey Meadows, as well as easy access to the Princess Theatre, Torquay Museum, town centre shops and local leisure facilities. The seafront promenade offers a classic coastal walk along the English Riviera, with views across the bay towards Paignton and Brixham.

The area is also well placed for everyday practicalities. Torquay town centre provides supermarkets, high street shops, banks, medical services, gyms and a wider range of cafés and restaurants. Local bus routes connect Wellswood, the Warberries, the harbour, town centre, St Marychurch, Babbacombe and beyond. Torquay and Torre railway stations offer rail links towards Newton Abbot, Exeter and the wider national network, while road connections lead out towards the A380, South Devon Highway, Exeter and the M5.

For buyers wanting lifestyle as well as convenience, this location delivers an excellent balance. Holme Court offers a quiet, elevated setting surrounded by mature greenery, while still being close to village shops, coastal walks, beaches, restaurants, the harbour, marina and Torquay’s main amenities. It is a particularly appealing position for those looking for secure apartment living with access to the very best of the English Riviera close at hand.

Garden

Holme Court is set within beautifully maintained communal grounds, with sweeping lawns, mature trees, established planting and well-kept pathways creating an attractive setting around the building. The apartment enjoys its own private balcony with glass balustrading, perfectly positioned to take in the open views across the Warberries and Lincombes hillside. Residents also benefit from use of the outdoor swimming pool with solar cover, communal washing lines, cycle racks and resident/visitor parking bays. A gated pathway from the grounds provides convenient access towards Wellswood.

Parking - Off Street

Residents parking and visitors parking available.