5 bed detached house for sale

Wellswood, Torquay TQ1

This fine detached coastal home enjoys an elevated position within a prestigious cul-de-sac, commanding panoramic views across the surrounding area to the sea at Lyme Bay. Built in the early 1970s with subtle Canadian influence, it has been a much loved family home for over 50 years. The well-balanced, split-level design offers versatile five bedroom accommodation, with a sweeping driveway, integral double garage, sunny front and rear gardens. Having remained largely unchanged from its original design, the property presents an exciting opportunity, whether to sympathetically enhance its character or undertake a more comprehensive remodel to suit a personal lifestyle.

Den Brook Close is ideally situated toward the top of the Warberries hillside, close to Warberry Copse and the highly regarded Warberry Primary School. At the foot of the hill lies Wellswood, known for its village charm and excellent amenities, including St Matthias Church, popular Kents pub, Illsham Primary School, post office, delicatessen, and Co-op. Torquay’s MDL Marina, vibrant harbour, and a selection of acclaimed restaurants are also within easy reach.

EPC Rating: D

Sellers' Insight

"After 50 wonderful years, we find ourselves saying goodbye to the home our parents were so proud to call their own. They bought it in 1976, an aspirational step and a true labour of love, and it has been at the heart of our family ever since. So many memories were made here, inside its unchanged walls and in the peaceful surroundings of the quiet cul-de-sac. We grew up with walks to Waberry Copse, afternoons at Ansteys Cove, and the beauty of the nearby coastline always close by.

Closing the door for the final time will be incredibly emotional. We hope the next owners will cherish this special place and create as many happy memories here as we have."

Step Inside

Double doors from a sheltered storm porch open into a welcoming, split-level reception hall with storage and a cloakroom. From here, the sitting room enjoys a large picture window framing lovely views across the surrounding area to the sea at Lyme Bay. The sitting room flows into the open plan dining room, which overlooks and opens to the rear garden, and in turn leads to the kitchen. The kitchen retains its original units, beautifully preserved, along with classic Candy tiles, and includes a sink, larder cupboard, and space for an electric cooker and under counter fridge. Window and door also overlooking and opening to the rear garden. The kitchen links back to the reception hall, with steps leading down to a lower hall, where the utility room houses a Worcester boiler, sink, and space for appliances. A versatile fifth bedroom or study overlooks and opens to the garden. From the lower hall there is also internal access to the double garage.

Step Upstairs

The wide staircase rises from the reception hall to the first floor landing with airing cupboard. The principal bedroom enjoys one of the finest views in the home, with far reaching views across Lyme Bay and the coastline, and benefitting from an en suite shower room. There are three further double bedrooms to the first floor, one also enjoying the seaward aspect, and two overlooking the rear garden, all with fitted double wardrobes. The family bathroom retains a coloured suite, including a bath with twin handgrips, basin and WC. Fully tiled walls, exposed floorboards, and an obscure glazed window.

Step Outside

The property benefits from generous parking, with a sweeping driveway rising to the integral double garage, complete with a remote controlled up and over door, side window, and a gentle stepped approach to the internal door leading to the lower hall. To the rear, a patio sits directly outside the kitchen and dining area, ideal for outdoor dining, relaxation, or entertainment. Steps from the patio lead up to the raised tier, mainly lawned, enclosed by a mix of fencing and walling, and is well stocked with a variety of established shrubs and plants. Pathways run to the side, providing easy access around to the front of the property.

Additional Information

Access - Sloped driveway and stepped approach.
Heating - Gas central heating.

Services: Mains Electric, Gas, Water & Drainage. Council tax band: ‘F’ (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2026/2027 is £3,548.99. Broadband & mobile: We are advised that Standard, Superfast & Ultrafast Broadband is available in the area via Openreach & Virgin Media, with mobile signal good outdoor and indoor with EE, good outdoor and variable in-home with O2, Three, and Vodafone (according to the ofcom website).

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’.

Parking - Double Garage

Parking - Driveway

Sloped driveway.