Property description
With stunning sea views across Tor Bay, this spacious light three-bedroom penthouse apartment boasts a wide south-facing sun terrace, large lounge, generous kitchen, three double bedrooms (master with en suite), bathroom, side balcony, lift access, secure undercover parking and visitor car parks.
Situated on a bus route in a quiet, leafy residential area, 1/4 mile from harbour side attractions and a short walk from Wellswood’s specialist shops and restaurants. Torquay’s mild climate and beautiful coastline offer excellent opportunities for sporting and leisure pursuits.
A new link road provides fast access to M5 and Exeter (regional airport) and A38 west to Plymouth and Cornwall. Torquay has a direct rail service to London Paddington, linking with the intercity network at Newton Abbot.
Entrance
From the secure communal entrance, lift and stair access rises to the top floor where just two apartments share this level. The internal lobby gives access to a private store cupboard and the front door with spyhole.
Reception Hall
Videophone entry system. Three skylights. Airing cupboard with small radiator fitted. Cloaks cupboard with shelf and hanging rail. Additional storage cupboard. Radiator. Carpets. Doors lead to separate rooms.
Sitting Room - 18\‘ 7\‘\‘ x 18\‘ 3\‘\‘ (5.66m x 5.56m)
South-facing uPVC sealed unit double glazed patio doors with magnificent panoramic sea views opening to the large sun terrace. Dual-aspect room with additional uPVC sealed unit double glazed tilt and turn side window facing east. Electric fire set into Adam style fireplace with marble inset and matching hearth. Coved ceiling. Two radiators. Carpets.
Sun Terrace
Full-width tiled terrace overlooking the beautiful grounds and providing a wonderful outdoor entertaining or dining space. The stunning 180° panoramic views stretch from Dartmoor in the west, around Tor Bay to Paignton, Brixham then beyond to the open sea in the east. At night, a myriad of lights shine out around the bay and the lighthouse at Berry Head can be seen in the distance. The recently installed stainless steel balustrade with glass screens below ensures that the magnificent sea views can be enjoyed from within the sitting room and master bedroom too.
Master Bedroom - 17\‘ 7\‘\‘ x 12\‘ 8\‘\‘ (5.36m x 3.86m)
uPVC sealed unit double glazed sliding patio door with side screen enjoying the stunning views across Tor Bay and opening directly to the wide sun terrace. Built-in triple wardrobes with mirrored doors, hanging rail and storage space. Radiator. Carpets. Door to en-suite shower room.
En-Suite Shower Room - 8\‘ 5\‘\‘ x 7\‘ 11\‘\‘ (2.56m x 2.41m)
Recently refurbished, fully tiled and fitted with quality white suite of large rectangular shower cubicle with Mira Coda shower, wash hand basin with mixer tap inset into white gloss vanity unit with mirrored cabinet above, close-coupled WC, 3 additional recessed mirror-fronted wall cabinets, heated towel rail, electric panelled room heater and skylight.
Bedroom Two - 13\‘ 6\‘\‘ x 11\‘ 9\‘\‘ (4.11m x 3.58m)
uPVC sealed unit double glazed tilt and turn windows enjoying beautiful views eastwards over the wooded hillside to Lincombe Hill, Berry Head and the open sea beyond.Built-in triple wardrobes with mirrored doors, hanging rail and storage space. Wall lights. Radiator. Carpets.
Bedroom Three/Dining Room - 15\‘ 4\‘\‘ x 11\‘ 8\‘\‘ (4.67m x 3.55m)
uPVC sealed unit double glazed sliding patio door with side screen opening to a further balcony and sharing the magnificent views eastwards. Built-in triple wardrobes with mirrored doors, hanging rail and storage space.Radiator. Carpets.
Kitchen - 15\‘ 9\‘\‘ x 8\‘ 0\‘\‘ (4.80m x 2.44m)
Fully tiled and fitted with a range of high gloss white units, including base and wall units, three of which are glass-fronted. High gloss \"midnight\" granite effect working surfaces with inset one and a half bowl Franke sink with pull-out mixer tap and single draining board. Insetinduction hob with electric oven below, space and provision for fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher. New gas fired combination boiler situated beneath the work top (installed March 2016) with remote wireless thermostat/ controls. Ceramic tiled floor and uPVC sealed unit double glazed tilt and turn window with views eastwards over the surrounding wooded area to Lincombe Hill, Berry Head and the open sea beyond.
Bathroom - 11\‘ 3\‘\‘ x 11\‘ 7\‘\‘ (3.43m x 3.53m)
Recently refurbished, fully tiled and fitted with quality contemporary white suite of panelled bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, large corner shower cubicle with drench shower, wash hand basin with mixer tap inset into white gloss vanity unit with mirrored cabinet above, close-coupled WC, towel rail, radiator, uPVC tilt and turn obscure double glazed window.
Outside
Driveway leads through planted areas to resident and visitor parking area at the front and continues round to secure undercover car parking with lift to the penthouse level. At the rear, the private landscaped grounds which extend to approximately 2 acres are a beautiful feature of the apartments. The well-maintained gardens contain rolling lawns, mature trees, colourful planting and an attractive walled \"secret garden\".
Property Information
Current maintenance: £1110.00 per half year includes water rates, ground rent, building insurance, maintenance of lift, exterior and shared areas, gardening and cleaning.Length of lease: Remaining period of 999 year lease from 25th March 1981. All residents own a share of the freehold.Services: Mains water, gas, electricity and drainage are all connected. New gas fired combination boiler (installed March 2016) provides heating and hot water.Council Tax band: F
Property Features :
- Penthouse apartment with lift access
- Stunning panoramic sea views
- Large south-facing sun terrace
- 3 Double bedrooms (1 ensuite)
- Spacious sitting room
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