House For Sale £845,000
Tucked away on a substantial plot overlooking an immense lawned garden to the front, this exclusive detached house is situated on the site of a former village Orchard on the outskirts of Torquay. The home enjoys a lovely, private position close to local shopping amenities in Barton including a Co-op with post office, a florist, bakery, and pharmacy, as well as easy access to the out-of-town shopping centre at The Willows, home to national stores including M&S, Sainsburys, Boots and Next. For travelling and commuting, the South Devon expressway is a short drive away with road links to Newton Abbot and mainline train station, Exeter and Airport and the M5 motorway. Orchard House is also situated on the doorstep of some of the area’s most delightful natural outdoor spaces with walks through Brunel Woods, the local beach and cove at Watcombe, and the scenic southwest coastal path, all being within approximately one mile distant.
The property would make a wonderful family home, offering spacious and adaptable accommodation totalling 2307.5 sq.ft (214.4 sq.m) which has been maintained to a very high standard by the current owners. On the GROUND FLOOR: Spacious Hallway, Cloakroom, 29’ dual aspect Lounge/Diner opening onto the garden terrace, fitted designer Kitchen/Breakfast room, Inner Hallway, Utility Room, Office/Bedroom with En-Suite (these last 3 rooms could be utilised to provide an independent suite or annexe if required). FIRST FLOOR: sizable Landing with feature arched window, 4 Double bedrooms 2 having En-suite facilities, and a separate family Bathroom.
Outside the property benefits from large, enclosed gardens with level lawns and a paved terrace running the length of the property, all offering plenty of scope to enjoy time relaxing or entertaining. There is parking for multiple vehicles on the driveway and forecourt to the front of the property, along with a double Garage.
THE ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES:
GROUND FLOOR
Front door with 3 x obscure glazed panels opening into:
SPACIOUS ENTRANCE HALLWAY
Tiled floor. Inset spotlights. Dog-leg wooden staircase with wooden balustrade and glazed panels rising to first floor accommodation.
CLOAKROOM
Back to wall W.C. with tiled shelf. Wall mounted wash basin. Tiled floor. Inset spotlights. Extractor fan. Aluminium framed obscure glazed window to side.
OPEN PLAN LOUNGE/DINER
29’ x 18’10” (8.83m x 5.75m) max
An impressive room enjoying a pleasant dual aspect over the gardens and opening directly onto the garden terrace at the rear.
LOUNGE – Aluminium framed double glazed window overlooking the lawned gardens to the front. Aluminium framed double opening doors opening out onto the rear garden terrace. T.V. aerial point. Wood-burning stove on raised slate hearth with feature natural wooden mantel above. Through to: DINING AREA – Aluminium framed double glazed picture window with a pleasant outlook to the rear garden. Double opening doors to the entrance hall. Sliding double doors to:
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM
18’10” x 15’ (5.75m x 4.58m)
A beautifully fitted Kitchen with designer Mayflower units and modern fittings, creating a practical family space with a relaxing ambience.
Range of Silestone quartz worksurfaces with feature pop-up sockets and inset stainless steel sink, drainer with waste disposal and boiling hot water tap. Integrated dishwasher. Comprehensive range of gloss units including curved corner cupboards, pull-out carousel unit, wide pan drawers and cupboard with tambour door. Central island with Silestone quartz worktop incorporating an integrated Siemens fridge and storage cupboards. Range of built-in Siemens ovens including a steam oven, 2 x separate warming drawers, and combination microwave. Fitted induction hob with full height splashback and touch screen extractor fan over. Tiled floor. Inset spotlights. Combined T.V. aerial point/telephone point socket. Aluminium glazed double doors opening to the rear garden terrace. Room width aluminium framed double glazed window, overlooking the lawned gardens to the front.
INNER HALLWAY
Door to rear garden. Space for an American style fridge with plumbing for water/ice maker. Tiled floor. Built-in cupboard housing the controls for underfloor heating.
UTILITY ROOM
Worksurface and matching upstands with inset stainless steel Butler's sink and gloss storage cupboards beneath. Range of matching eye-level cupboards. Space and plumbing for washing machine. Space for tumble dryer. Fitted wine chiller. Extractor fan. Inset spotlights. Heated towel rail. Hatch to roof space. Aluminium framed double glazed window overlooking the rear garden. Personal door to Garage.
BEDROOM 5/OFFICE
14’8” x 10’9” (4.47m x 3.29m)
Aluminium framed double glazed window to front with a pleasant outlook over the lawned gardens. Built-in desk. Combined T.V. aerial point/telephone point socket. Inset spotlights. Door to:
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM - Fully tiled walk-in cubicle with glazed door, fixed rainfall shower head and separate shower head with flexible hose. Pedestal wash basin with tiled splashback and fitted LED mirror. Back to wall W.C. with tiled shelf over. Tiled floor. Extractor fan. Inset spotlights. Aluminium framed double glazed window to front.
FIRST FLOOR LANDING
Feature arched window overlooking the lawned gardens to the front. Radiator. Inset spotlights. Fitted airing cupboard with radiator housing the fuseboard, distributor board and controls for hot water and central heating. Hatch to partly boarded roof space housing the solar panel fluid reservoir and the pressured water tank for hot water, central heating, and underfloor heating.
MASTER BEDROOM
17’1” x 11’10” (5.21m x 3.60m) max
Aluminium framed double glazed window to front enjoying views over the gardens. Radiator. Combined T.V. aerial point/telephone point socket. Fitted wall cupboard.
WALK-IN CLOSET with a range of built-in drawers, shelving and hanging rails. Radiator. Inset spotlights.
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM Fully tiled walk-in cubicle with glazed screen, fixed rainfall shower head and separate shower head with flexible hose. Back to wall W.C. with tiled shelf. Wall mounted wash basin with storage drawer under. Fitted mirror with LED. Shaver point. Extractor fan. Tiled walls. Inset spotlights. Heated towel rail. Tiled floor. Aluminium framed obscure glazed window to rear.
BEDROOM 2
11’1” x 10’ (3.38m x 2.06m)
Aluminium framed double glazed window to rear with a pleasant outlook over the garden. Built-in wardrobe with hanging rail and shelving. Combined T.V. aerial point/telephone point socket. Radiator. Door to:
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM Fully tiled walk-in cubicle with shower head on flexible hose and glazed sliding door. Wall mounted wash basin with shaver point and fitted LED mirror. Back to wall W.C. with tiled shelf. Extractor fan. Heated towel rail. Inset spotlights. Aluminium framed obscure glazed window to rear.
BEDROOM 3
12’11” x 9’6” (3.94m x 2.91m)
Aluminium framed double glazed window overlooking the front gardens. Radiator. Combined T.V. aerial point/telephone point socket. Built-in wardrobe with ample storage.
BEDROOM 4
12’11” x 9’ (3.94m x 2.75m) max
A dual aspect room with aluminium framed double glazed windows to the rear and side. Combined T.V. aerial point/telephone point socket. Radiator.
BATHROOM
Panelled bath with shower head on flexible hose and glazed folding screen. Wall mounted wash basin with shaver point and fitted LED mirror. Back to wall W.C. with tiled shelf. Heated towel rail. Inset spotlights. Extractor fan. Aluminium framed obscure glazed window to rear.
OUTSIDE
The property is approached via electric, remote controlled wooden double opening gates leading onto a wide, sweeping gravelled driveway and PARKING FORECOURT with space for 4/5 vehicles, including a motorhome or boat. This allows access to the:
DOUBLE GARAGE 17’6” x 15’9” (5.34m x 4.81m) with automated up and over door. Window to rear. Personal door to rear garden. Hatch to PARTLY BOARDED EAVES STORAGE.
The ‘park like’, enclosed gardens fronting the property are laid to lawn, with a raised paved terrace providing a place to relax and enjoy the peaceful ambience. Adjoining the lawn is an attractive border planted with established flowers and bushes which flanks the pathway leading to the covered entrance and front door. The gardens continue around to the side and lead to the rear, where there is a feature PAVED TERRACE running the length of the property and providing the perfect spot for alfresco dining and entertaining having direct access to/from the Kitchen. Adjoining the terrace is a further lawned garden enclosed by fencing and established hedges and surrounded by a variety of shrubs, flowers, and trees. External light and power.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
TENURE - Freehold
COUNCIL TAX - Band F
