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Guide price£200,000
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2 bedroom apartment for sale

Fonthill, Lower Warberry Road, Torquay
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Apartment
2 bed
1 bath
EPC rating: C*
667 sq ft / 62 sq m

Key information

Tenure: Leasehold | 981 yrs left
Ground rent: £125 per annum | review period: unconfirmed
Service charge: £2,237 per annum
Council tax: Band C
Broadband: Super-fast 66Mbps *
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: Leasehold (981 years remaining)
  • Guide: £200,000 To £210,000
  • No Onward Chain
  • Ground Floor Apartment
  • Two Double Bedrooms
  • Allocated Parking
  • Access to Well-maintained Communal Gardens
  • Located in Warberries Conservation Area
  • Wellswood Amenities Nearby
Fonthill, built circa 2006, is meticulously designed to reflect the charm of a traditional Victorian seaside villa. This delightful, chain-free, two double-bedroom apartment is situated on the ground floor offering a comfortable and easily manageable lifestyle.

The apartment is both bright and spacious, with the added advantages of allocated parking for one vehicle and access to nearby communal gardens. Located within the highly sought-after Warberries Conservation Area, Fonthill is celebrated for its period architecture and tranquil atmosphere.

Just a stone's throw away from the village-style community of Wellswood, which boasts a range of local amenities including a cooperative, florist, beauty salon, hairdresser, optician, and the popular public house, The Kents. The area offers an array of attractions within walking distance, including Kents Cavern, Babbacombe Downs with its picturesque beaches, and various cafes and amenities. Ansteys Cove and Meadfoot Beach are also close by, providing stunning natural beauty and excellent walking paths throughout the year.

For easy transportation, a local bus service is available at the end of the road. Torquay Train Station is just a short drive away, offering convenient connections from the seafront.

Council Tax Band: C (Torbay Council)
Tenure: Leasehold (981 years)
Ground Rent: £125 per year
Service Charge: £2,237 per year
There are 999 years remaining on the lease as of 1 April 2006.

There is no restriction on long-term letting, however, pets and holiday rentals are not allowed.

Rooms

Entrance
From the well-kept communal entrance, the apartment's private entrance is at ground level. Upon entering, you find yourself in a surprisingly spacious hallway. This area features a wall-mounted electric radiator, a telephone intercom entry system, a burglar alarm, and a consumer unit. Additionally, the hallway includes a built-in airing cupboard with shelving, which houses the hot water tank.

Sitting room
The sitting room is of generous size, offering a bright ambience due to its double-glazed bay sash windows at the front and an additional double-glazed sash window at the side. The room features a wall-mounted electric fireplace, TV aerial points, and a wall-mounted electric radiator.

Kitchen
The kitchen is equipped with wooden wall and base units, topped with a roll edge counter. A stainless steel one and a half sink and drainer are situated beneath a double-glazed sash window, providing ample natural light. The kitchen also features an integrated washing machine, oven, and countertop hob with an extractor overhead. Additionally, there is space for a freestanding fridge/freezer, and a wall-mounted electric radiator ensures the space is comfortably heated.

Bedroom one
Bedroom one is a double bedroom featuring a double-glazed sash window to the side, allowing ample natural light. The room is further enhanced by a wall-mounted electric radiator.

Bedroom two
This double bedroom, enhanced by a double-glazed sash window to the front, benefits from plenty of natural light. The room also includes a wall-mounted electric radiator, ensuring a comfortable and inviting atmosphere.

Bathroom
The bathroom, generously proportioned, features a bathtub with a Mira electric shower overhead and a glass shower screen. Additionally, a large wall-mounted mirror is positioned above the pedestal wash basin and toilet, enhancing both the functionality and aesthetics of the space.

Communal store
Fonthill offers residents a communal store room, equipped with secure locker storage for each apartment. This facility provides ample additional storage space, enhancing the practicality and convenience of living at Fonthill.

OUTSIDE
Fonthill boasts meticulously maintained grounds that create an aesthetically pleasing environment. The paved pathway leads to the communal entrance, which features a portico with a shared balcony overhanging the entrance door, supported by four elegant pillars. At this entrance, there is a secure intercom system for deliveries and guests. A communal bin store is conveniently located directly opposite the entrance. The driveway at the front of Fonthill descends to the parking area, where an allocated space is available for this apartment. Adjacent to the residents' parking area, the communal gardens can be accessed via a pathway with steps. These gardens, surrounded by mature hedges and trees, provide a serene environment for enjoying the outdoors. Additionally, there is secure gated access directly onto Babbacombe Road, offering a convenient shortcut to the harbour.

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