5 bed detached house for sale

Mead Road, Torquay TQ2

Veryan is an exceptional five double bedroom detached residence, positioned on one of Torquay’s most highly regarded residential roads and completed to an outstanding specification. Started in 2023 and completed by mid-summer 2025, including the landscaping, this is a home that has been created with real purpose, care and long-term thinking.

The owner has held the property for 31 years and wanted her husband, Bill, a renowned local builder, to craft a home for the ages - one that would combine quality, practicality, energy efficiency and future-proofed design. That intention is evident throughout. Every element has been carefully considered, from the gated entrance and internal specification to the garden design, storage, lighting and the way the home captures light and sea views.

The approach is both secure and impressive, with electric gates and a camera system linked to the alarm, opening onto an ample driveway providing generous parking A detached double garage adds further practicality, storage and flexibility, making the property ideal for a family with several vehicles, visitors or those requiring workshop space.

Internally, the house offers a superb sense of scale. It is light, warm and highly efficient, with an Energy Performance Certificate rating of a high B, reflecting the quality of construction and the level of modern specification. The accommodation has been designed around family living, entertaining and ease of use, with well-planned rooms, excellent storage and a finish that feels both substantial and refined.

The kitchen is one of the main focal points of the home and has been fitted to an exceptional standard. A large quartz island forms the centrepiece and incorporates a Neff downdraft hob and extractor, creating a clean, streamlined look while retaining excellent functionality. The specification includes a full-size built-in fridge, full-size built-in freezer, built-in coffee machine, two ovens, Quooker boiling water tap, Insinkerator, two large stainless steel bowl sinks and an integrated dishwasher It is a kitchen designed not only to impress but to work properly for daily family life and entertaining.

The wider living arrangement provides excellent space for relaxing, dining and socialising, with a natural flow to the outdoor terrace and garden. Practical details have also been included throughout, including plug sockets with usb points, further reinforcing the future-proofed nature of the home.

A standout feature is the spacious gallery-style landing, which gives the first floor a real sense of presence. It offers ample space for a relaxing sofa or reading area and is enhanced by rain-sensor remote Velux windows and statement lighting, creating a bright and impressive central area within the home.

The bedroom accommodation is equally strong, offering five genuine double bedrooms The principal suite is beautifully appointed, with a statement en-suite and excellent outlook, while the second bedroom also benefits from a further statement en-suite. A stunning principal family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms, finished to the same high standard. The layout is ideal for a growing family, visiting guests or those needing flexible bedroom and home-working space.

Above, the property benefits from a huge, fully boarded loft, providing outstanding storage and offering clear potential for future conversion, subject to any necessary consents. This adds another valuable layer of flexibility and long-term appeal.

Externally, the garden is a major part of the home’s attraction. It has been beautifully landscaped by a renowned local landscaper, with a superb balance of entertaining space, planting, lawn and carefully considered lighting. A large porcelain terrace enjoys a sea view and provides generous space for barbecue cooking, outdoor furniture and relaxed entertaining, with a glass balustrade allowing the outlook to be fully appreciated.

Beyond the terrace, the garden continues with a lawned area and a lower-level patio designed to catch the evening sun. The planting has been carefully selected, with established and thoughtfully chosen trees, shrubs and raised borders creating structure, colour and privacy. At the bottom of the garden, a water feature adds a further point of interest, while a stunning outdoor lighting system, capable of changing colours, gives the garden real atmosphere in the evening.

The outside space has also been future-proofed, with power sockets and cabling already in place should a buyer wish to install a jacuzzi This attention to detail is typical of the whole property: Nothing feels like an afterthought.

Veryan is a rare opportunity to purchase a newly completed, individually crafted home in a prime Mead Road setting. It combines secure gated parking, a detached double garage, five double bedrooms, high-specification kitchen and bathrooms, landscaped gardens, sea views and an energy-efficient finish. It is a home built with care, experience and pride - ready for its next owners to move straight in and enjoy.

EPC Rating: B

Location

Mead Road sits in the highly regarded Livermead area of Torquay, an established residential setting positioned between Torquay seafront, Chelston, Cockington and Paignton. It is a particularly convenient address for buyers wanting a coastal home with strong access to both Torquay and Paignton, while remaining close to green spaces, beaches, schools, rail links and local amenities.

The property is ideally placed for the Livermead coastline, with nearby access down towards Livermead Sands, Institute Beach, Corbyn Head and the seafront promenade. From here, buyers can enjoy walks along the coast towards Torre Abbey Sands, Abbey Park, Torquay Marina and the harbour, or in the opposite direction towards Preston and Paignton. The elevated position of Mead Road is part of the reason homes here are so desirable, with many properties enjoying impressive views across Tor Bay towards the marina, Brixham and Berry Head.

For green space and walking, Cockington Country Park is one of the area’s major local highlights. The park and historic village offer woodland walks, open parkland, lakes, craft studios, tea rooms and a popular country pub, making it ideal for dog walking, family outings and weekend strolls. The area also gives access to Chelston’s quieter residential roads, parks and local routes towards Walnut Road and Old Mill Road.

Local amenities are close by in Chelston, where Walnut Road and Old Mill Road offer a useful mix of everyday shops, cafés, takeaways, convenience stores, hairdressers, pharmacy and local services. The nearby seafront, Belgrave Road and Torquay town centre provide further restaurants, cafés, hotels and leisure facilities, while Paignton town centre, Preston seafront and the harbour are also within easy reach by car or bus.

Nearby local hotspots include Cockington Village, Torre Abbey and its gardens, Abbey Park, Torre Abbey Sands, Corbyn Head, Torquay seafront, Torquay Marina, and the wider English Riviera coastline. For eating out, there are numerous cafés, pubs and restaurants across Chelston, Cockington, the seafront, Torquay Harbour and Paignton, giving buyers plenty of choice for casual meals, Sunday lunches, coastal dining and evening drinks.

The location is also practical for families. There are local primary schools within the surrounding Chelston and Torquay area, with secondary options including Torquay Academy, and Torquay is also home to both Torquay Boys’ Grammar School and Torquay Girls’ Grammar School, subject to entry and catchment arrangements.

Transport links are a particular advantage. Torquay railway station is close by and provides connections towards Newton Abbot, Exeter, Bristol and London Paddington via mainline links. Torre station is also accessible for local rail travel. Regular bus services run along the seafront and through the wider Torquay/Paignton area, connecting Livermead with Torquay town centre, Paignton, Brixham and surrounding districts.

By car, Mead Road is well placed for travel across Torbay, with straightforward access to Torquay, Paignton, Preston, Cockington, Chelston and the seafront. The South Devon Highway/A380 provides onward access towards Newton Abbot, Exeter, Plymouth and the M5, making the area suitable for buyers who need regional connections while still wanting a coastal lifestyle.

For out-of-area buyers, Mead Road offers a strong combination: A prestigious Livermead address, sea views, access to beaches and the seafront, Cockington Country Park nearby, practical local amenities, rail and bus links, and easy road access across South Devon.

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