3 bed detached house for sale

Ellacombe, Torquay TQ1

A stylish modern detached house affording open views across the surrounding area stretching from the local Warberry Copse to hills of Marldon and Dartmoor in the distance. The property provides deceptively spacious reverse level accommodation that has undergone a comprehensive program of refurbishment and improvement by the present owner, now offering tastefully presented, bright open plan living space and three bedrooms. A double parking bay as well as lawned garden & patio to the rear compliment this well designed, low maintenance home.

Positioned at the top of Ellacombe and close to the Babbacombe border, a host of amenities are easily accessible which include Brewery Park, Plainmoor swimming pool and selection of schools. Torquay’s town centre can be found within a few miles distance whilst in the opposite direction lies the popular Cary Parks with tennis courts and bowls club, scenic Babbacombe Downs with winding wooded slopes leading to shingle beaches and variety of shops.

EPC Rating: C

Vendor Insight

"When I was looking to purchase my new home I was seeking a property that had potential and as soon as I walked through the door I knew that this was the right home for me. I was immediately attracted to the lovely open views to the rear and liked the fact that the rear garden enjoys a bright sunny southerly aspect as well. With a lot of time and hard work I have now been able to fulfil the potential that I initially saw in the house, having created what I feel is a fantastic contemporary property. Having had the opportunity of enjoying the 'fruits of my labour' I now feel that the time is right for me to move on and let a new owner enjoy the benefits of my lovely home."

Step Inside

A slate topped pathway and steps lead to a composite front door opening to the reception hall with windows to front and both side elevations, durable wood effect flooring and loft access hatch. Cloakroom with vanity unit and WC. Durable wood effect flooring, consumer unit and obscure window. Sitting room with durable wood effect flooring, large window overlooking the garden and enjoying open views towards the hills of Marldon in the distance. Feature tiled wall with fitted electric log effect fire and recess above for television. The kitchen/breakfast room is fitted with a range of grey high gloss fronted units and quartz work tops with inset sink unit and carved drainer. Fitted electric double oven, ceramic hob with cooker hood over, provision for washing machine, integrated dishwasher and space for fridge/freezer. Breakfast bar, deep storage cupboard housing the gas boiler, window enjoying the open views, further window to the side and door leading out to the garden.

Step Upstairs

From the Reception Hall a staircase with oak handrail and glazed screens descends to the Garden Level Hallway with understairs storage cupboard. Bedroom 1 with French doors opening to the slate paved terrace and overlooking the garden and the open views. Bedroom 2 with French doors opening to the paved terrace and also enjoying the open views. Bedroom 3 with window to the side. The bathroom has been tastefully re-fitted with a suite of bath with tiled panel, large shower cubicle with hand shower and waterfall head over, double wash hand basin and WC. Fully tiled walls, large mirror with lighting over, ladder style heated towel rail, tiled floor, extractor fan and obscure window.

Step Outside

To the front of the property is a double width brick paved driveway with outside lighting and raised flower/shrub bed to the side. Slate topped steps flanked to one side with small gently sloping lawn and to the other a mature planted rockery, lead down to the entrance level with metal storage shed. Further steps lead down the side of the property leading around to the rear garden with large slate paved patio with outside lighting and enjoying the open views. Further steps lead down to the level lawned garden, enjoying a sunny south/southwest aspect.

Additional Information

Access: Stepped approach.
Heating: Gas Central Heating with contemporary anthrocite radiators.
Services: Mains Electric, Gas, Water & Drainage.
Council tax band: C (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2025/2026 is £2,079.86.
Broadband & mobile: We are advised that Standard & Ultrafast Broadband is available in the area via Openreach & Virgin Media, with mobile signal likely via O2, Three & EE although limited with Vodafone, according to the Ofcom checker.

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 1JP.
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