House For Sale £475,000
Torquay

An opportunity to purchase a SUBSTANTIAL EDWARDIAN SEMI DETACHED HOUSE situated in a popular residential district just a short stroll from local shops, schools and amenities. The spacious accommodation boasts lofty ceiling heights, generous room dimensions and many character features, typical of its era, including an elegant turned staicase, deep skirting boards, panelled doors and cornice work.

The property currently provides FOUR BEDROOMS, as well as two sizeable reception rooms, with a large en-suite loft room to the top floor. The rear garden compliments the interior and is ideal for young children and pets being fully enclosed and mainly level with lawn and patio areas, leading to the detached garage beyond.

Local shops at Plainmoor are within close proximity with St Marychurch and Babbacombe beyond where the renowned funicular railway takes passengers down to the shingle beaches of Oddicombe and Babbacombe. Torquay's town centre is equally accessible, whilst public swimming pool, selection of schools and regular bus services also all within walking distance.

DESCRIPTION

An opportunity to purchase a SUBSTANTIAL EDWARDIAN SEMI DETACHED HOUSE situated in a popular residential district just a short stroll from local shops, schools and amenities. The spacious accommodation boasts lofty ceiling heights, generous room dimensions and many character features, typical of its era, including an elegant turned staicase, deep skirting boards, panelled doors and cornice work. Local shops at Plainmoor are within close proximity with St Marychurch and Babbacombe beyond where the renowned funicular railway takes passengers down to the shingle beaches of Oddicombe and Babbacombe. Torquay's town centre is equally accessible, whilst public swimming pool, selection of schools and regular bus services also all within walking distance.

OWNERS INSIGHT

"We have very much enjoyed bringing up our family (and Labrador) at 31 Studley Road. We moved to Torquay originally from London and have had a great quality of life here in Devon. We haven't regretted a thing it's been a great place to bring up children. It's got everything you might need, moors on one side, which can be seen from the upstairs windows, (where you can also see great sunsets over the hills.) The sea is close by and there are good links to Exeter and Plymouth for great shopping. Our time here has certainly been active! Paddle boarding, walking the coast path, cycle rides and hikes on the moors! We are a short walk from the pretty shops, cafes and amenities in St Marychurch and close to Babbacombe downs with its breath-taking views right across to Lyme bay in the distance. Perfect for an evening walk or a stroll down the hill to the Cary Arms pub."

STEP INSIDE

A gated pathway leads to a front door opening to the ENTRANCE PORCH with slate tiled floor. Inner door leads to the RECEPTION HALL with lofty ceiling height and decorative cornice work, feature arch with plaster corbels, solid oak flooring and understairs storage cupboard. SITTING ROOM with walk-in bay window overlooking the front garden, engineered oak flooring, cornice work to ceiling, feature fireplace with wood burning stove. DINING ROOM with patio doors to the rear garden, wooden flooring, cornice work to ceiling and feature fireplace. The KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM is fitted with a range of high gloss fronted units, roll edged working surfaces with inset sink unit and double base unit with butchers block working surface over. Built-in electric oven with microwave above, five ring gas hob with cooker hood over, provision for dishwasher and recess for American style fridge/freezer. Solid oak flooring, three windows and door to the side pathway.

UTILITY & CLOAKROOM

UTILITY with provision for washing machine, working surface and further undercounter space. Wall mounted Ideal Logic Plus gas fired boiler and window. CLOAKROOM with wash hand basin, WC and extractor fan.

FIRST FLOOR

From the Reception Hall stairs rise to the First Floor Landing with wood flooring. BEDROOM 1 with walk-in bay window to the front enjoying views over the surrounding area towards Dartmoor in the distance. BEDROOM 2 with window overlooking the rear garden. BEDROOM 4 with wooden flooring and window to the front enjoying the open views. BATHROOM with suite of bath with shower over, vanity unit and WC. Part tiled and part wainscot panelling to walls, ladder style heated towel rail, tiled floor, extractor fan and obscure window. From the landing a door leads to an INNER HALL/STUDY AREA with window. BEDROOM 3 with window to the rear.

SECOND FLOOR

From the inner hall stairs rise to the Second Floor with access to eaves storage. LOFT ROOM with Velux windows to the front and rear with the front window enjoying open, elevated views over the surrounding area towards Dartmoor in the distance. BATHROOM with modern roll top bath with claw and ball feet, shower cubicle, vanity unit and WC. Ladder style heated towel rail, tiled floor, extractor fan and Velux window.

STEP OUTSIDE

The front garden is mainly laid lawn with mature magnolia tree and screened from the road by mature hedging. Immediately in front of the property is a paved terrace from where the afternoon and evening sunshine can be enjoyed. A gated pathway along the side of the house with water tap leads to a covered storage area with door giving access to the rear garden which is enclosed and enjoys a south easterly aspect and arranged as paved patio with two steps rising to a lawned garden with mature well stocked borders with a variety of plants and shrubs. Beyond the lawn steps rise to a further patio leading to the rear of the garage and gated access to the rear service lane. DETACHED GARAGE with twin laminate doors, power and lighting, approached via the rear service lane. To the front of the garage is a hardstanding for one small vehicle.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Majority Double Glazed Gas Central Heating Council Tax Band - 'E' (Torbay Council)

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.

DIRECTIONS

SAT NAV: TQ1 3JN. On leaving our office in St Marychurch turn left and head down Manor Road. At traffic lights continue straight ahead into St Marychurch Road and progress through the shops, turn right into Forest Road and first left into Studley Road, number 31 stands on left hand side.

Parking - Garage

Parking - Off Road

Hardstanding to the front of the garage.