Great Hill, Torquay

This FINE DETACHED HOUSE commands far reaching views over Torquay stretching from Great Hill and the Brunel Woodland to the sea at Tor Bay with Brixham’s Berry Head in the distance. Positioned in a tranquil cul-de-sac of calibre homes on the periphery of Torquay, the house presents a striking home with the impressive reception hall and galleried landing complete with vaulted ceiling and full height picture windows setting an immediate and lasting impression. The versatile living space affords a ground floor fifth bedroom and shower room, and our clients have secured planning permission to extend the already generous accommodation into the extensive garden with an indoor swimming pool complex and convert the double garage to a garden office/studio.

Swift access to Newton Abbot can be gained on to the A380/A38 and beyond to the regional cities of Exeter and Plymouth. Torbay Hospital, the Willows shopping district, selection of highly regarded schools, and local parade of shops at Barton are easily accessible. Torquay and wider Torbay also provide a comprehensive range of leisure activities to suit virtually every need, including Torquay Golf Club, beaches, and deep water mooring at Torquay Marina.

OWNER'S INSIGHT

"A wonderful home to our family since 2015 following our relocation and a perfect base for both family life and exploring South Devon. Being able to see the sea from every room in the property is a real plus, especially as it meant each of our children were able to have amazing views from their rooms. A particular highlight of the house for us has been the private garden which we’ve spent countless evenings sitting out under the covered decked area watching the sea, entertaining and generally just enjoying the peace and views. We have added an en-suite, new kitchen, boiler, and extending the outdoor entertainment area. We have also recently secured planning permission for a large garden room/swimming pool as well as conversion of the garage to a home office to further enhance the property. We will miss our home very much, but with the two eldest having now left home and the youngest starting secondary soon, our needs have changed and it's time for us to move on."

STEP INSIDE

A stepped approach leads to the recessed entrance door opening to the impressive RECEPTION HALL and galleried landing with statement full height picture windows. Durable wood flooring, under stairs storage and deep overhead storage cupboards. The KITCHEN/DINING ROOM is fitted with a range of pale grey shaker units and quartz work tops with matching upstands, and sink. Built-in Neff twin ovens and ceramic hob with glass canopy filter hood over, integrated dishwasher, recess for fridge and retractable bins. Picture windows overlooking the rear garden, breakfast bar and durable wood flooring followed through to the dining area with windows and French doors overlooking and opening to the garden. Glazed oak double doors lead to the SITTING ROOM featuring a fireplace with heavy oak surround and mantel with inset log burner. Picture window to the front and further window to the side.

GF BEDROOM & BATHROOM

BEDROOM 5/STUDY with dual aspect and internal glass blocks allowing borrowed light between the reception hall. SHOWER ROOM, and a separate UTILITY with deep sink, provisions for washing machine and dryer, Worcester boiler and door to the decked terrace and gardens.

STEP UPSTAIRS

From the Reception Hall stairs rise to the split level Galleried Landing with window to the front and airing cupboard. The PRINCIPAL BEDROOM is a striking room featuring a high vaulted apex ceiling and full height picture windows with central French doors to a Juliette balcony commanding the finest views from the property stretching from the Brunel Woods to the sea at Watcombe, Easterfield and parts of St Marychurch and the Golf Course across to the sea at Tor Bay. Further window to the front and fitted double and single wardrobes. EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM enjoying views towards the sea at Watcombe Gap. BEDROOM 2 with bank of fitted wardrobes and drawers, window overlooking the garden towards Great Hill towards the sea at Watcombe. EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM. BEDROOM 3 with similar view to bedrooms 2 and BEDROOM 4 with view towards Tor Bay. BATHROOM with obscure glazed window.

STEP OUTSIDE

To the front is a raised lawned garden with hedged boundaries and tarmac driveway leading down to the DOUBLE GARAGE with up and over door, power, lighting, window and courtesy door to the rear. Additional UNDER HOUSE STORAGE is accessed from the driveway. A sloped access rises to the main lawned garden and steps to a DECKED TERRACE outside the kitchen and utility area leading to a patio outside the dining room. The main lawned garden is fully enclosed with matured hedged and fenced boundaries. Further raised DECKED TERRACE, partly covered by an open TIMBER GARDEN ROOM with fitted bench seating, mature apple tree and children's playhouse. To the rear of the garden is a further patio and raised viewing deck.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

PLANNING PERMISSION - Our clients have secured planning to create a single storey garden room/swimming pool complex with 8.10 m x 3.60 m pool, and conversion of the double garage to a garden studio/office. The full plans and planning documents can be viewed on the Torbay Council planning portal (Torbay.gov.uk) under application number P/2023/0959. Decision issued 12 January 2024. ACCESS - Stepped access to the porch. Sloped access from the garage/driveway to the rear garden and dining room access. HEATING - Gas central heating. SERVICES - Services: Mains electric, gas, water & drainage. COUNCIL TAX BAND - E (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2024/2025 is £2,729.04.

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.

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