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£140,000

2 bed flat for sale
Ridgeway Road, Torquay TQ1

    • 2 beds

    • 1 bath

    • 1 reception

  • EPC Rating: C

John Lake

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About this property

  • Third floor apartment

  • Sea views into tor bay

  • Reception hall

  • Sitting/dining room with balcony off

  • Kitchen

  • 2 double bedrooms

  • Shower room/Sep WC

  • Communal garden

  • EPC - C: 75

Tenure: Leasehold

Set on the third floor of this landmark purpose-built development nestled on the prestigious Lincombes hillside this two double bedroom apartment offers well-proportioned accommodation enjoying wide, open and elevated views to the sea and coast across Torquay Marina and into Tor Bay, as well as across the valley to the wooded Warberries hillside and with distant views towards the hills of Dartmoor, including Haytor.

Torquay harbour and marina lie at the base of the hill, with the sea front promenade leading past the Princess Theatre to the flagship Tor Abbey Sands. Scenic walks can be enjoyed nearby to Meadfoot Beach, picturesque Ilsham Valley and South West Coastpaths. Wellswood with its village amenities is equally accessible, with popular Kent’s Pub, post office, patisserie, Coop, St Matthias Church and Ilsham Primary School. A bus service stops a short distance from the flats, facilitating travel to and from the harbour and town centre.

EPC Rating: C

Step Inside

From the secure communal entrance lift or stairs rise to level three from where a private fire-safety compliant front door opens to the reception hall with intercom for security door. Cupboard housing the consumer unit and electric meter with further storage cupboard beneath. The sitting room is a bright double aspect room with window overlooking the communal gardens and surrounding area with some sea views into Lyme Bay. Patio doors open to a balcony with tiled flooring and decorative balustrading with open westerly views to the sea and with coastal views of Tor Bay and Torquay Marina as well as the hills of Marldon and beyond, the afternoon sun and stunning sunsets can be enjoyed while sitting here. The kitchen is fitted with a range of cream fronted units and roll edged working surfaces with inset sink unit. Built-in electric oven, brand new four ring ceramic hob with cooker hood over, provision for washing machine. Half tiled walls and window enjoying the open and sea views.

Bedrooms & Shower Room

There are 2 double bedrooms, both with window overlooking the driveway approach and built-in double wardrobes. Shower room with suite of shower cubicle and wash hand basin set in vanity unit with cupboard beneath. Heated airing cupboard, half tiled walls, towel rail and obscure window. Separate WC with half tiled walls.

Step Outside

Ridgeway Heights is set in mature, lawned communal gardens. Beneath the development is a sheltered area with clothes drying provisions and allocated bin stores.

Additional Information

Length of Lease: 210 years from 1978.
Service Charge - £761.07 per quarter for 2025.
Ground Rent - Peppercorn.
Council Tax Band - 'B' (Torbay Council).
Hot water and heating are provided for all flats from a communal boiler which are charged at £100 and £350 respectively per quarter. Useage is monitored and either a rebate given or further charge made.
There are parking spaces or garaging to rent at Ridgeway Heights, subject to availability.

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 2nd. From the Torquay Harbourside, keeping Hoopers Department store on the left hand side and the harbour on the right, turn left at the clock tower into Torwood Street. At the traffic lights turn right and head up Meadfoot Road. On reaching the brow of the hill turn left at the crossroads into Higher Woodfield Road and second right into Middle Lincombe Road which will bear to the left into Ridgeway Road. Continue straight ahead and Ridgeway Heights will appear on the left hand side.

Parking - On Street

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  • Tenure

  • Service charge

    £2,908 per year

  • Council tax band

    B

  • Ground rent

    £60

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