2 bedroom apartment for sale

Set in this prestigious RETIREMENT DEVELOPMENT on the lower slopes of the hillside above Torquay’s harbourside and town centre, this PURPOSE BUILT APARTMENT is situated on the ground floor of the building and enjoys southerly sea views across to Torquay Marina and into Tor Bay. The accommodation affords a two-bedroom design with a large open plan kitchen/ diner.  The Vinery is renowned for offering quality homes specifically designed for those of at least 60 years of age with the development benefiting from a communal roof top conservatory and raised gardens with splendid sea views, residents laundry and guest suite. This apartment offers well planned accommodation, with the principal room front facing and enjoying lovely sea views.

Torquay's vibrant harbour, yacht marina and town centre are all within a gentle stroll, providing an array of shopping, dining and leisure amenities. A pleasant, level walk across the sea front promenade leads to the Princess Theatre, Torre Abbey Sands, leisure centre and train station.

STEP INSIDE

Steps or sloped approach leads to the secure communal entrance and hallway from where a private front door opens to the 'L' shaped RECEPTION HALL with telephone door entry system, airing cupboard housing the water cylinder and further storage cupboard. The SITTING/DINING ROOM is a bright and spacious room with bay having three doors and enjoying sea and harbour views through the buildings opposite. Further French door opening to the BALCONY also enjoying the sea and harbour views. Sliding doors to the KITCHEN which is fitted with a range of cream high gloss fronted units and granite effect work tops with inset sink. Built-in electric double oven, electric hob, integrated undercounter fridge/freezer and wood effect flooring.

BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS

BEDROOM 1 with window to the rear, built-in double wardrobe with mirror fronted doors, further single wardrobe, chest of drawers and bedside cabinets. EN-SUITE with bath with shower mixer taps, wash hand basin and WC with vanity top over and cupboards above. Fully tiled walls, extractor fan and wood effect flooring. BEDROOM 2 with window to the rear and built-in double wardrobe. SHOWER ROOM with large shower cubicle, wash hand basin and WC. Half tiled walls, extractor fan and wood effect flooring.

STEP OUTSIDE

Lift and stairs ascend to the penthouse level where there is a COMMUNAL CONSERVATORY and TERRACE from where there are stunning sea views to Tor Bay. On this level is the LAUNDRY, and external steps with stairlift to the COMMUNAL GARDEN commanding fine sea views to Tor Bay with sheltered seating area for the enjoyment of all residents. Underneath the development is SECURE GATED PARKING with an ALLOCATED SPACE with direct access from the garaging via a lift into the building.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

ACCESS: Steps or sloped approach to the communal entrance. HEATING: Modern Dimplex Quantum Electric Heaters. SERVICES: Mains Electric, Water & Drainage. Tunstall Emergency Call System. LENGTH OF LEASE: 150 Years from 1986. SERVICE CHARGE: £5,600 per annum, 2024/2025. COUNCIL TAX BAND: D (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2024/2025 is £2,232.85. BROADBAND & MOBILE: We are advised that Standard & Ultrafast Broadband are available in the area via both Openreach & Virgin Media, with mobile signal likely via Three, O2 & Vodafone but limited via EE (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.

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