5 bed semi-detached house for sale

Babbacombe, Torquay TQ1

Set in this established tree-lined street, on the level, close to Cary Park and within this highly regarded residential location, Villa Nova is a substantial semi-detached family home that has undergone a comprehensive programme of redevelopment, modernisation and improvement. Tastefully fusing character features with modern conveniences and bright, neutral decoration the property offers spacious five bedroom bay fronted accommodation complemented by two reception rooms and a sizeable, extended & newly fitted kitchen/breakfast room. Ample driveway parking, a detached garage and level gardens front & rear are further attributes of this beautiful, well-appointed home.

Local tennis courts, bowls clubs, children's play park and Torquay United are a short saunter, as are a selection of local primary & secondary schools, whilst a host of amenities can be found nearby at both St Marychurch and Babbacombe including shops, Churches, medical practices and Post Office to name but a few. The scenic Babbacombe Downs are found beyond enjoying fine views of Lyme Bay from where the renowned funicular railway carries passengers to the shingle beaches of Oddicombe & Babbacombe below.

Sellers Insight

"Having been born and raised in Torquay when I was looking to move back I knew the area that I wanted to live in, with Babbacombe being one of the preferred locations due to its established setting, level accessibility to a comprehensive range of amenities and the parks & beaches all within walking distance. All things that are important to me and I know will be important to others.

When I first visited this property it needed complete renovation, which I was quite excited about, with the good room proportions, lofty ceiling heights and lovely big windows I could see the fantastic potential it offered. Now after a 7 year renovation project (interrupted by Covid) I have created my dream....but now realise that the property is going to be too large for me and so am looking to sell to enable prospective new owners to enjoy the fruits of my labour....a wonderful, spacious home in an extremely convenient location."

Step Inside

From the driveway a composite front door opens to the entrance hall with Karndean flooring and cloaks cupboard. Oak glazed door to the reception hall with window, Karndean flooring and understairs storage cupboard. The sitting room is a bright room with square bay overlooking the front garden and approach, feature wall mounted fire with oak surround. The dining room is a bay fronted room with windows and door overlooking and opening to the front garden. A large opening leads through to the kitchen/breakfast room which is in the process of being fitted with a comprehensive range of units and marble work tops with inset sink. Built-in double oven, single oven and combination oven/microwave and space for American style fridge/freezer. Central island with electric hob, to be fitted, breakfast bar with illumination above and dishwasher, to be fitted. Utility cupboard with provisions for washing machine. Lofty ceiling height with cornice work and French doors to the rear garden.

Ground Floor Bedroom & Shower Room

From the entrance hall a door leads to bedroom 5 with recessed wardrobe and window overlooking the rear garden. En-suite with shower cubicle with rain head and basin. Cloakroom with WC, basin, karndean flooring and obscure glazed window.

Step Upstairs

From the reception hall stairs rise to the galleried landing with Juliette balcony off allowing ample natural light, storage cupboard and hatch to loft space. Bedroom 1 is a sizeable double room with walk-in bay to the front approach and door to a balcony. Recessed wardrobe. Contemporary en-suite shower room with Karndean flooring. Bedroom 2 is also a double room with square bay to the front approach and door also leading onto the balcony. Double wardrobe. Contemporary en-suite shower room with Karndean flooring and obscure glazed window. Bedroom 3 is again a double room with rear aspect and recessed wardrobe. En-suite cloakroom with WC, basin and obscure glazed window. Bedroom 4 with window to the side and recessed wardrobe. Family bathroom with suite of corner bath with shower mixer taps, double shower cubicle, basin and WC. Illuminated colour light plinth, ladder style heated towel rail, Karndean flooring and obscure glazed window.

Step Outside

To the front of the property is a gravelled driveway running down the side of the property with parking for several vehicles leading to the detached garage. To the side of the driveway the level frontage has an area to be landscaped and suitable for central lawn with further gravelled pathway to Devons Road. The rear garden has been left ready for any prospective purchaser to landscape with a gravelled area with potential to create a patio, with a small step upto the main garden with natural stone walled boundaries.

Additional Information

Access: Level approach with gentle gradient to the front door.
Heating: Gas Central Heating.
Services: Mains Electric, Gas, Water & Drainage.
Council tax band: To Be Assessed (Torbay Council).
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 & Virgin Media, with mobile signal good outdoor and in-home via EE & Three and good outdoor via O2 & Vodafone (according to the Ofcom website).

Please Note

Purchasers will have the choice of carpets, as well as a choice of wardrobe doors, both from a selected range.

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

Sat nav: TQ1 3PR.
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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’.