House For Sale £315,000
Tor Church Road, Torquay TQ2

Introduction tor manor is a striking new gated, courtyard development, traditional block built of 9 contemporary town houses constructed by Messrs Nirvana Homes, an labc Gold Award winning local family developer. Set in the Tormohun Conservation Area, on the site of the original manor house overlooking the church yard and gardens of one of Torquay's oldest and historically significant Churches. The medieval parish Church of Torre is now the Greek Orthodox Church of St Andrews, dating back to circa C13 being grade II* listed.

The Church and associated manor house, originally called the Court House, was the seat of the premonastic
manor of Torre and was the foundation of one of Torquay's earliest settlements. It was acquired by, and was part of the historic Torre Abbey, retained by them until 1539. Tor Manor is surrounded by a substantial stone wall, into which is built the ancient fountain. This fountain marks the site of the medieval wellhead attached to the kitchen of the original Court House. It was re-built in 1860 and is a monument to the manor house and settlement that grew up around it. Nirvana Homes will restore the fountain arch façade and bowl as part of the development.

Tor manor reflects a modern, high quality testimony to the original manor house. Elevated, gated, private and secure with sweeping views over the Church yard, with Bay views from the family terraces on the top floors.

Location 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. The regional cities of Exeter and Plymouth are easily accessible, approximately 22 miles and 32 miles respectively, whilst the magnificent Dartmoor National Park sits approximately 12 miles to the North.

Torquay's town, harbourside and yacht marina are a short distance offering a hive of activity and boasting a wealth of water sports, waterside restaurants, bars, theatre and shopping to name just a few attributes. Local amenities can be found opposite on Lucius Street, with both the tlh Resort and Riviera Centre a short distance further, together providing exceptional swimming, leisure and dining facilities.

Torquay is well connected By Car: Torquay boasts a new link road making easy connection with the regional city of Exeter (approximately 22 miles) where the M5 ties the South West with Bristol which continues to The Midlands and the M4 can be joined to London.

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.