Torquay

Occupying a generous corner plot overlooking the neighbouring green, this character END TERRACED HOUSE has been a loved home to our clients over 30 years. The extended living space affords generous rooms typical of the era including a beautifully sitting room with warming log burner, complemented externally by a garage with versatile storage above and elevated gardens. Our clients have carried out an encouraging planning appraisal recently with a local architect to ascertain the feasibility for development of a new dwelling within the plot, and new owners may wish to persue a formal application.

The property is conveniently placed at the top of Ellacombe, betwixt Babbacombe and Torquay with harbour beyond, all easily accessible and offering a wide selection of amenities and leisure facilities. A selection of local schools and a community swimming pool is also within comfortable walking distance.

OWNERS INSIGHT

"We moved into 1 Belmont Road with our two young children in December 1992. It was supposed to be a one year stay whilst we looked for our 'perfect' house in Torquay. It turned out that Belmont Road was 'perfect' so we stayed! The location was ideal for the whole family, it is a ten minute walk to Babbacombe Downs, beautiful beaches, plus pubs, restaurants and Babbacombe Theatre, and twenty minutes to The Strand and the centre of town, the local school is five minutes away. Belmont has always been a happy house and we have created many wonderful memories here. The house is unique, it is really two houses blended into one. Just when you think you have seen all there is, something else appears to see and explore. The road itself is quiet and the neighbours are delightful, we will miss them! Why move now? The children are now grown and have their own properties, we two are left in a large house, it is time for others to enjoy all that Belmont has to offer."

STEP INSIDE

A Glazed ENTRANCE PORCH leads to the RECEPTION HALL with exposed floorboards. The STUDY/LOUNGE leads through to the SITTING ROOM, a bright room with dual aspect enjoying French doors to the gardens. Exposed brick fireplace with heavy mantel and warming log burner. Formal DINING ROOM with the exposed floorboards, cast iron decorative fireplace and twin picture windows overlooking the neighbouring Belmont Green and open views over the rooftops. CLOAKROOM leading off. The KITCHEN is fitted with a range of shaker style units and square edged work tops with matching upstands and inset sink. Built-in double oven and grill, induction hob with filter hood over, microwave and integrated dishwasher. Exposed floorboards and window overlooking the garden. UTILITY with matching units and worktops to the kitchen, provision for washing machine and fridge/freezer. Within one of the units is the Worcester gas boiler. Velux rooflight, window and glazed door to the gardens.

STEP UPSTAIRS

From the Reception Hall stairs rise to the First Floor Landing. BEDROOM 1 with bank of mirror fronted wardrobes and window enjoying beautiful views over the neighbouring park and rooftops to the Marldon hills. BEDROOM 2 & 3 are both double bedrooms and BEDROOM 4 is a single room with garden views. FAMILY BATHROOM with suite of panelled bath with shower attachment taps and electric shower over, wash hand basin and high level WC. Loft access hatch and obscure glazed window.

STEP OUTSIDE

A lower courtyard is positioned directly outside the sitting room and garage/workshop, with stepped approach to the main garden. The garden enjoys a timber deck and pergola, pond which historically had a working water feature (requiring servicing) and further gravelled space with timber garden shed. Views are enjoyed from the garden towards the Marldon Hills and are enclosed with mature hedged boundaries and access gate to the rear service lane. GARAGE with up and over door, workshop space to the back, power and lighting. A fixed ladder provides stepped access to a spacious STUDIO/LOFT STORE ROOM with Velux window and LED lighting, making it welcome and airy. Further exceptional storage over the sitting room and lounge areas which borders one of the bedrooms.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

HEATING - Gas central heating. COUNCIL TAX BAND - C (Torbay) - Full charge payable for 2024/2025 is £1,984.74.

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 1NE. WHAT 3 WORDS: cups.crowds.behave. From our office turn left and head down Manor Road. At the traffic lights turn left onto Warbro Road. After passing Marnham Road turn right into Cary Park Road. At the end of the road turn right onto Windsor Road. Turn second left onto Belmont Road.

Parking - Garage