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A24   Chelston, Seaham Hall, Solsbro Road   230405
A20   Chelston, Seaham Hall, Solsbro Road   230405

5 bedroom detached house

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Detached house
5 bed
6 bath
EPC rating: E*
4,316 sq ft / 401 sq m

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Broadband: Ultra-fast 1000Mbps *
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EE O2 Three Vodafone
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Property description & features

  • Impressive Victorian Villa
  • Beautifully Presented
  • Bespoke Kitchen/Breakfast Room
  • Five Double Bedrooms
  • Walk to Beaches & Train Station
  • Flexible Living Space with Annexe Potential
  • Driveway Parking for up to Six Vehicles
  • Secluded & Established Gardens
  • Council Tax Band G
  • Freehold
Seaham Hall was built around 1860 as a gentleman's residence for a former navy captain. Seaham Hall is an impressive detached villa that has been subject to a complete refurbishment program in recent times. Combining period charm and Victorian splendour with modern day living, this spacious property would make an ideal family home. Impressive Victorian Villa, Beautifully Presented Throughout, Bespoke Kitchen Breakfast Room, Five Double Bedrooms (Four En-Suite), Short Walk to Beaches, Train Station and Shops, Flexible Living Space with Annexe Potential, Secluded and Established Gardens, Council Tax Band G, EPC Band E, Freehold.

Situation & Description - Seaham Hall is a fine example of a Victorian Villa located in the desirable Chelston conservation area. This leafy village suburb began life in the 19th century and is one of the best-preserved Victorian areas in South Devon, Chelston village itself has a range of independent shops, including hairdressers, butchers and pharmacy. Corbyn beach and Torre Abbey sands are also a short walk away. Nearby Cockington court has 450 acres of parkland, woodland and lakes.

Seaham Hall was built around 1860 as a gentleman's residence for a former navy captain. Seaham Hall is an impressive detached villa that has been subject to a complete refurbishment program in recent times. Combining period charm and Victorian splendour with modern day living, this spacious property would make an ideal family home.

The ground floor accommodation comprises a large entrance hall with grand staircase, from which five reception rooms are accessible including an impressive kitchen/breakfast room the ideal space to enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner. The sprawling ground floor further benefits from a boot room, WC and access to the lower ground floor of this stunning home. The lower ground floor is made up of a spacious living room with outside access to the garden, comfortable double bedroom and en suite bathroom. A flexible space ideal for either a multi-generational family or potential for a second income stream as a holiday let. The first floor of the property boasts four double bedrooms three of which enjoy en suite facilities, a laundry room and family bathroom. Nestled in mature grounds affording a good degree of privacy and seclusion and with ample off road parking.

Ground Floor Accommodation - Leading from the grand entrance hall are the principal reception rooms which all are tastefully decorated and make the most of the floor to ceiling sash windows which flood the space with natural light. The formal dining room and main drawing room enjoy views over the secluded rear garden courtesy of the large bay windows. The garden room boasts a roof lantern with double doors leads out onto the garden and large terrace. The bespoke shaker style kitchen with a contrasting wood and painted finish comprises of a range of wall and floor base units under a quartz worktop with split Belfast sink, double eye level ovens, space for Range cooker, integrated dishwasher and double door larder cupboard. The breakfast area is suitable for large table and chairs for entertaining or everyday dining. A rear entrance with further coat hanging space leads down to a spacious boot room providing further storage. A further reception room currently used as a study and cloakroom with WC and hand wash basin also lead off the main hallway.

First Floor Accommodation - The stairs rise to a light and airy first floor landing with doors giving access to all rooms. The principal bedroom forms a impressive suite with a fantastic view over the garden with exceptional walk-through dressing room with ample bespoke storage leading to a very spacious and well-appointed en suite bathroom with his and hers sinks, WC and large walk-in shower enclosure. Bedrooms two and three both of which are good size double bedrooms have en suite facilities along with the fourth bedroom another double, being served by the main family bathroom.

There is a boiler room with ample space for drying along with a separate laundry room with sink and space for laundry appliances.

Lower Ground Floor Accommodation - The lower ground floor is accessed either from the entrance hallway down stairs or from an independent garden entrance. The lower ground floor accommodation comprises of a very smartly presented and spacious living room area providing further reception space with double doors going out onto the garden. From the living room a door leads to bedroom five a good sized double bedroom with an en suite facilities.

This is the perfect space for extended family living accommodation, visiting guests or a holiday let as it can be self contained.

Outside - The property is approached over a large gravelled driveway entrance providing off road parking for up to 6 vehicles and a separate outbuilding offered in the forecourt. The private rear garden is mainly laid to lawn with mature and established borders further boasts an extensive elevated sun terrace ideal for al fresco dining.

Services - Mains electric, water and drainage. Gas central heating.

Viewing Arrangements - Strictly by appointment with the sole agents, Stags Torquay[use Contact Agent Button]

Directions - Turn right at the lights towards Torquay railway station and rugby club and then immediately left beside The Grand Hotel. Immediately after passing The Grand Hotel turn right to go by the back of the train station.

This road leads into Solsbro Road and follow the road round up the hill and bear left at the top of the hill. Continue along Solsbro road and the property will be found at the end on the left hand side.

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Places of interest

    Stags Torquay office is situated in Vaughan Parade, overlooking the harbour, with plenty of parking nearby in the Torquay marina car park. One of three beautiful towns forming the sheltered Tor Bay, Torquay is renowned for its warm climate, clear bathing waters and clean air. The local beaches form a golden arc around the bay with shingle coves scattered nearby. Torquay became fashionable for Naval officers and other affluent families during the first half of the 19th Century, which prompted the building of many large stylish villas and exclusive hotels. Today, Torquay is well served with direct rail links and by road via the A380 to the major cities of Exeter (22 miles) and Plymouth (38 miles). The town provides a wonderful quality of life for its residents with excellent shopping, waterside restaurants, a theatre and bars. Internationally renowned water sports are held in the sheltered deep water bay, with the marina providing excellent mooring facilities for luxury yachts and small motor cruises. The area has many scenic walks along South Devon's Jurassic coastal footpaths and there are a number of local golf courses within close reach. A short distance to the north is the magnificent Dartmoor National Park.

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