2 bed flat for sale

Babbacombe, Torquay TQ1

Standing proudly at the top of the wooded slopes within beautiful gated grounds above Babbacombe Bay, Babbacombe Cliff is one of Torquay's most iconic Grade II Listed developments with its most famous resident being Oscar Wilde. William Morris is a second floor apartment positioned at the top of the building where the fine sea views into Lyme Bay are maximised.

This character home is enviably set next to the scenic Babbacombe Downs, whilst Babbacombe Bay offers an attractive beach, fishing pier, café and the Cary Arms boutique inn.

EPC Rating: E

Owners Insight

We bought Babbacombe Cliff in 2018 as a holiday getaway for ourselves, our children and grandchildren.

It is a wonderful place which we have all enjoyed enormously over the years. The local beaches are relaxed and unspoiled and there are so many lovely places to visit a little further afield.

We have taken the sad decision to sell as our grandchildren have grown and family needs have changed. We will always hold William Morris close to our hearts.

Step Inside

A stepped approach rises to a secure communal entrance from where a further door opens to stairs descending to the apartment. A private door with spyhole opens an 'L' shaped hall with rear door to the fire escape and car park. From the hall thirty six stairs rise to the accommodation with leaded light window over the stairway allowing ample natural light. Sitting/dining room with large bay window with leaded light detailing enjoying views over the car park and across the communal garden with sea view towards Lyme Bay. Feature stone fireplace and access to roof space. The kitchen is fitted with a range of white fronted units and wood effect work tops with inset sink. Built-in electric oven with gas hob over, integrated washing machine, dishwasher and fridge. Cupboard housing the Ideal gas boiler, wood effect flooring, window and patio doors opening to the decked balcony.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

Bedroom 1 with large bay window with leaded light detailing enjoying views over the car park and communal garden across the sea towards Lyme Bay. Built-in double wardrobe. En-suite with double shower, vanity unit and WC. Ladder style heated towel rail, extractor fan and Velux window. Bedroom 2 enjoys a dual aspect with two leaded light windows, built-in double wardrobe and access to loft space. Shower room with corner shower cubicle, vanity unit and WC. Ladder style heated towel rail, extractor fan and obscure glazed window.

Step Outside

Secure gated entrance leads into the development and down to the car park where there is an allocated parking space for this apartment and further visitors spaces. The communal grounds of Babbacombe Cliff extend to circa two acres of meandering wooded pathways and pedestrian gates leading up to the coastal fields of Walls Hill and down to the Babbacombe Beach.

Additional Information

Access: Stepped approach.
Heating: Gas central heating.
Services: Mains Electric, Gas, Water & Drainage.
Length of lease: 999 years from 1 July 2001.
Service charge: £4,406.96 per annum, paid bi-annually. 2 equal payments of £2,203.48 on the 1st Jan and 1st July.
Ground rent: £25 per annum. 2 equal payments of £12.50 on the 1st Jan and 1st July.
Block management: Carrick Johnson.
Lettings: You can sublet on a AST but not holiday let.
Pets: Domestic pets only with management approval.
Council tax band: D (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2026/2027 is £2,456.99.
Mobile & broadband: Likely mobile coverage of 81% Vodafone, 74% EE, 68% Three, 65% O2. Standard and Ultrafast broadband available in the area with Openreach Media. Data obtained from Ofcom mobile and broadband checker.

Our Area

Babbacombe is one of Torquay’s most desirable districts, renowned for the stunning Babbacombe Downs with funicular railway taking passengers to and from the shingle beaches of Oddicombe and Babbacombe. The famous Model Village, Cary Parks with tennis and bowls clubs and wide selection of shops, cafes and restaurants are all close at hand.
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.

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’.

Parking - Allocated Parking

Allocated parking for one vehicle.