No bars, no signal predictedOne bar, reliable signal unlikelyTwo bars, may experience problems with connectivityThree bars, likely to have good coverage and receive a data rate to support basic web servicesFull bars, likely to have good coverage indoors and to receive an enhanced data rate to support multimedia services
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4 bedroom detached house

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Detached house
4 bed
1 bath
EPC rating: E*
1,786 sq ft / 166 sq m

Key information

Tenure: Freehold
Council tax: Band D
Broadband: Ultra-fast 1000Mbps *
Mobile signal: 
EE O2 Three Vodafone
Water: Ask agent
Heating: Ask agent
Electricity: Ask agent
Sewerage: Ask agent
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Property description & features

  • Tenure: Freehold
  • SWIMMING POOL
  • BEAUIFULLY PRESENTED
  • POTENTIAL FOR EXTRA INCOME VIA AIR BnB
  • FOUR BEDROOMS
  • GAS CENTRAL HEATING
  • DOUBLE GLAZING
  • GARAGE AND PARKING
  • GARDENS
  • UTILITY ROOM

Welcome to this stunning and well-presented four-bedroom family home, nestled discreetly from the roadside. This property offers spacious and wonderful accommodation, showcasing the care and love invested by the current owners, who have maintained it to an exceptional standard. Not only that, but they have also added an enticing swimming pool and a separate one-bedroom pool house, cleverly utilised as a holiday let, boasting 100% occupancy during peak seasons. Situated within easy reach of local amenities, schools, and the hospital, this property offers convenience and comfort for any family.

 

Property Description:

Upon entry, you will be greeted by a spacious entrance hall leading to various rooms, and a staircase ascending to the first floor. The ground floor hosts two stylish bedrooms with original features like fireplaces, high ceilings, and large bay windows. Additionally, there is a living room with a feature fireplace and patio doors overlooking the garden. The luxurious bathroom showcases a modern walk-in shower and fitted units. The real gem lies ahead, as you step into the show-stopping open plan Kitchen and dining/garden room. This area is tastefully designed with high-quality countertops, drawers, cupboards, and shelves for storage. The centerpiece is a five-ring gas cook master range oven with a modern extractor/filter hood. An integral fridge/freezer is conveniently located nearby. The recently added kitchen seamlessly leads to the garden/dining room, where you can enjoy your morning coffee or entertain guests while preserving the 1930's charm of the property. On the first floor, two spacious bedrooms await, one with an elevated level accessible by a ladder for added child fun. Another cloakroom completes the internal accommodation of this must-see property.

Approaching the house from Shiphay Lane via the sweeping driveway to the parking and garage, a few steps lead up to the arched storm porch with a Upvc double glazed door with side lights leading into the hallway.

Hallway with laminate flooring, radiator and stairs to 1st floor, oak doors lead to:

Bedroom 1 15'2" x 12'7" (4.63m x 3.84m) with Upvc double glazed bay window to the front, designer radiator

Bedroom 2 15'1" x 12'5" (4.61m x 3.80m) with Upvc double glazed bay window to the front and window to the side, fireplace and designer radiator

Lounge 13'10" x 12'4" (4.23m x 3.77m) with Upvc double glazed french doors to the garden, fireplace

Kitchen 14'10" x 14'0" (4.54m x 4.27m) with Upvc double glazed window to the front and skylights, wooden floors, range cooker with black glass extractor, plumbing for dishwasher and space for American style fridge/freezer.

Archway to

Family room/lounge/dining room 19'7" x 14'2" (5.98m x 4.32m) with Upvc double glazed patio door to the rear garden, g=french doors to the side, window to the side and door to the utility room, the two large skylights also flood this room with light. 

Utility room in a conservatory with polycarbonate roof with plumbing for washing machine

 

Stairs to 1st floor

Bedroom 1 17'0" x 15'7" (5.20m x 4.76m) with Upvc double glazed window to the front, roof light to the side, fitted glass bowl sink, radiator

Bedroom 2 21'3" x 10'11" (6.49m x 3.33m) with Upvc double glazed window to the front, roof light to the side, fitted glass bowl sink, radiator. Ladder to the mezzanine floor.

WC fully tiled with white WC

Garden & Outside Spaces:

The property's location is highly sought-after and features a long driveway accommodating multiple cars, along with an adjoining garage. The rear garden is a delightful haven with an immaculate lawn surrounded by mature plants and shrubs, a patio, and a raised patio area, perfect for outdoor dining experiences.

The added bonus is the tasteful pool house, thoughtfully arranged with an open-plan kitchen and living room, complete with a log burner, a separate double bedroom, and a family shower room. This pool house has proven to be a success as an Airbnb business, boasting 100% occupancy during peak seasons, and offers its guests access to a private swimming pool, making it a self-contained paradise. This unique and stunning property truly has it all.

Patio and swimming pool with pool house

Pool House 

Lounge 15'7" x 15'1" (4.76m x 4.61m) with French doors to the patio, log burner

Bedroom 15'1" x 8'11" (4.61m x 2.72m) with window overlooking the pool

Ensuite 11'6" x 6'2" (3.52m x 1.88m) with shower cubicle, thermostatic shower, sink in vanity unit, wc, electric heated towel rail.

The PoolHouse comes fully furnished, ready to carry on the Air BnB business.

Please note the pool house is not intended for use as permanent accommodation and does not have building regulations sign-off.

Location:

This detached family home is located in the sought-after area of Torquay, near the Grammar Schools and Torbay Hospital. The convenience of a local bus service nearby ensures flexible transportation to various destinations, with Torre Train Station just 0.7 miles away. For social scenes, the charming local country pub 'The Devon Dumpling' awaits. A parade of shops and amenities, including the popular Co-op and a post office, is also within proximity. Torquay, a Devonian seaside resort town known as The English Riviera, offers outstanding beaches, a mild climate, and a vibrant town centre with a plethora of shops, restaurants, cafes, and bars. The town hosts a year-round schedule of exciting events and festivals, making sure there is always something to look forward to. Additionally, the new South Devon Highway allows for a faster route to the A38, with a journey time of approximately 30 minutes to the Cathedral City of Exeter.

 

Property Information:

Tenure: Freehold

Management or Service Charges: None

Council Tax Band: To be confirmed

EPC Rating: E

Places of interest

    Ridgewater Torquay, Paignton and Brixham. Ridgewater are your local, independent expert Estate Agent and Letting Agent in Torquay, Paignton and Brixham areas, we have been established since 2008 and have built up a reputation among our customers for delivering unrivalled customer service and fast results. At Ridgewater we pride ourselves on offering a professional service designed to ensure we match people to their ideal home, as well as managing rental properties effectively and efficiently. Unlike many agents we are happy to conduct viewings and appointments outside of normal working hours. This provides our customers with a flexible service to fit in with their busy lives. Property Experts covering the South Devon area, We cover the whole of the South Devon area including Torquay, Paignton, Brixham, Newton Abbot, Teignmouth and the South Hams as well as all towns and villages in between. If you have a property for sale or to rent or you are looking for your ideal home please do not hesitate to contact us and you can be assured of our undivided attention at all times.

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