House For Sale £240,000
Torre, Torquay

Set behind an impressive dressed stone façade and located within the Tormohun Conservation Area, Zion Hall is presently home for the long-established Torquay Bridge Club and provides accommodation arranged over three levels with parking facilities to the front. Understood to have formerly been used as a Sunday School for the Methodist Chapel the building offers great potential for a variety of alternative uses, even possibly residential conversion, subject to any relevant consents being obtained.Zion Hall is tucked away from the hustle and bustle, yet just a short stroll from the heart of Torquay. Torquay’s town centre, harbour and sea front are all within easy reach, providing a wide range of amenities and recreation activities. Local shops at Torre are just around the corner which retain a wide selection of independent traders, whilst both the English Riviera Centre and TLH Leisure Resort are both found within a mile distance.

DESCRIPTION

Set behind an impressive dressed stone façade and located within the Tormohun Conservation Area, Zion Hall is presently home for the long-established Torquay Bridge Club and provides accommodation arranged over three levels with parking facilities to the front. Understood to have formerly been used as a Sunday School for the Methodist Chapel the building offers great potential for a variety of alternative uses, even possibly residential conversion, subject to any relevant consents being obtained. The sellers have recently submitted a 'planning in principle' application to Torbay Council for the conversion of the property into two three bedroom houses with integral garages plus parking. Offers conditional upon this application being granted will be considered.

STEP INSIDE

Approached over a driveway and parking area to a PVCu door with side panel opening to the RECEPTION HALL. Door to the BAR AREA with double glazed window to the front, further window to the side and cupboard housing the electric meters and consumer units. The bar is arranged with a counter and shelving with deep understairs storage off this area. INNER HALL with door to CLOAKROOM with WC, wash hand basin and double glazed window. The PRINCIPAL ROOM is a large meeting room with three double glazed windows to the front and six radiators. From the Reception Hall stairs rise to the First Floor Landing with door to CLOAKROOM with WC, wash hand basin and obscure double glazed window. The KITCHEN is fitted with a range of units working surface with inset sink unit. Fitted electric oven with ceramic hob over and cooker hood above, integrated dishwasher and double glazed window with sea glimpses into Tor Bay and views towards the hillsides of Marldon in the distance. The large PRINCIPAL ROOM has three double glazed windows to the front, six radiators and built-in storage cupboards. From the landing stairs rise to the Top Floor where again there is a large open plan PRINCIPAL ROOM with vaulted ceiling, six radiators and double glazed window to the side. Storage area housing the Baxi gas fired boiler. To the rear of this room are double glazed doors opening to the fire escape descending to the front of the building. Off this room there are also GENTS & LADIES CLOAKROOMS.

STEP OUTSIDE

To the front of the property there is a CAR PARK providing parking for several vehicles. PLEASE NOTE: We have been advised that there is a right of way through this car park to access the neighbouring property.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Majority Double Glazed Gas Central Heating Rateable Value - £4500 (Torbay Council) Non-Domestic EPC - TBC

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.

DIRECTIONS

SAT NAV: TQ2 5RZ. From Torquay's seafront (Torbay Road A379) head towards Torquay's harbour and marina, turn left at the traffic lights before the white bridge into Belgrave Road. Progress up Belgrave Road passing the Derwent Hotel and shortly after turn right into Lucius Street. Progress through the shops, past Tor Manor development and up the hill to the traffic lights. Turn left into Tor Hill Road continuing up the hill where Zion Road will be found on the left hand side just before the junction with East Street.

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.