7 bed detached house for sale

Babbacombe, Torquay TQ1

This fine detached house stands within the prestigious York Crescent, affording a substantial five bedroom main home with versatile connected two bedroom annexe. A large southerly facing garden features a swim spa, whilst two driveways and a double garage provide essential generous parking and storage. Our clients have comprehensively enhanced and extended the house throughout their ownership to present a simply beautiful home in the very heart of exclusive Babbacombe.

The picturesque Babbacombe Downs is a short saunter, where the renowned funicular Cliff Railway links the shingle beaches of Oddicombe and Babbacombe below. A pedestrian pathway at the head of the cul-de-sac leads to the stunning Tessier Gardens, with the comprehensive amenities at St Marychurch beyond which retain a village ambience. Torquay Golf Club is virtually a tee shot away, with tennis, sailing, and bowls clubs also close at hand.

EPC Rating: D

Owners' Insight

"When we first walked through the door twelve years ago with John Lake's, we knew this was the house for our family, and the potential was clear. The location was paramount, and there is nowhere else we would live in Torbay other than Babbacombe and St Marychurch, as you literally have everything you could need on the doorstep. As a growing family with three daughters', the space has been exceptional with everyone able to socialise together, or find a quiet space away from family chaos! We have used the annexe as an extended part of the accommodation, currently for one of our daughters and home office space, but it could easily be let to generate some additional income if needed, or use for an extended family.

As a keen cricketer, my local club is a comfortable walk past the Babbacombe Downs to Walls Hill, and as dog owners we have miles of coastal fields, parks, and beaches within a matter of a few minutes walk. There is no doubt we will shed a few tears when we close the door for the last time, but we have made the decision to downsize now our daughters are all flying the nest."

Step Inside

Storm porch with composite front door and matching side screens, opening to the reception hall with woodblock parquet flooring. Coats cupboard which leads through to the cloakroom. From the reception hall glazed double doors lead through to the most impressive kitchen/family room loosely divided by an extensive island with inset sink and carved drainers. The kitchen area is fitted with a comprehensive range of grey high gloss units with integrated appliances of twin ovens, microwave, coffee machine, five ring gas hob with filter hood over, dishwasher, and undercounter fridge. The breakfast / lounge area features twin gabled ceilings with selection of rooflights and windows with bi-folding doors at each end opening to the paved terracing and gardens beyond. Glazed double doors to the dining room with woodblock parquet flooring and bay window overlooking the garden. Glazed double doors lead through to the striking sitting room featuring a corner window with wide bi-folding doors, opening and overlooking the beautiful gardens, terracing and across the surrounding area towards the Church spire at Babbacombe. Wall mounted living flame effect fire, inset downlighters and recessed mood lighting. Utility with white units, black worktops in a slate effect, provisions for washing machine and fridge/freezer. Generous boiler cupboard housing the GlowWorm boiler and Gledhill cylinder. A turned staircase rises to the First Floor Landing with window over the half landing. Bedroom 1 with French doors and matching sidescreen opening to a Juliette balcony with views over the gardens and surrounding area. Comprehensive fitted drawers and dressing table. Dressing room with rooflight, fitted wardrobes with mirror fronted sliding doors and additional cupboard to the eaves. En-suite with double ended bath, walk-in shower with body spray and rain head, his and hers vanity unit, WC with concealed cistern. Fully tiled walls and floor, heated towel rail and window. There are 4 further bedrooms, two of which have en-suite shower rooms with three of the bedrooms enjoying the open views over the rear garden. Family bathroom with panelled bath, corner shower cubicle, wash hand basin and WC. Part tiled walls and window. From the Reception Hall a door opens to an inner lobby with window and turned staircase rising to two interconnecting loft rooms with Velux rooflights, perfect for hobbies area or extensive storage.

Step Outside

The property is approached via two driveways, the primary driveway being brick paviour leading to the double garage with twin electric remote doors, power and lighting supplied. A second gravelled drive provides additional parking provisions. Secure gated side access leads to the rear garden. Facing a southerly aspect, enclosed with walled and fenced boundaries, the garden is a perfect space to relax or entertain. Extensive paved terracing with glazed balustrading and ornate railings directly adjoin the kitchen/family room and annexe, with two sets of steps to the main lawn. Composite decked terracing with glazed balustrading extends from the paved terracing, with recessed swim spa and hot tub. The primary lawned area has shelter from a mature beech tree, timber shed, greenhouse, and productive beds.

Additional Information

Access: Sloping driveway and single step.
Heating: Gas central heating.
Services: Mains Electric, Gas, Water & Drainage.
Council tax band: F (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2025/2026 is £3,379.77.
Broadband & mobile: We are advised that Standard, Superfast & Ultrafast Broadband is available in the area via Openreach & Virgin Media, with mobile signal likely with O2, EE & Vodafone although limited via Three (according to the Ofcom website).

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 3SH.
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