4 bed semi-detached house for sale

Edge Of Warberries, Torquay TQ1

Behind the dressed stone facade of this period semi-detached house lies versatile living space over three levels, commanding panoramic views across Torquay to Dartmoor in the distance. Cherished by our clients for eighteen years, Sherwood presents a warm and welcoming home of great character with the lower garden level affording potential to create a self-contained annexe, independent yet connected space for a family member, home working, or hobbies area. The rear garden provides a lovely space to relax, and is exceptionally productive with an abundance of fruit and vegetables.

Rosehill Road stands on the fringe of the Warberries, taking full advantage of the hillside position with far reaching views toward the Churches at St Marychurch and Babbacombe, and Dartmoor in the distance. At the opposite end of the Warberries lies Wellswood, retaining a village ambience with well supported St Matthias Church, restaurants, pub, Post Office, Patisserie, and Ilsham Primary School. Both Warberry and Ellacombe Primary Schools are equally accessible.

EPC Rating: D

Owners Insight

"We’ve lived at Sherwood for 18 years now and it’s been a happy and versatile family home. We’ve used the house’s generous space and three floors in so many ways; with four bedrooms, two bathrooms, two kitchen areas, a second lounge and various configurations all suiting our changing needs over time. At present we have a home bakery downstairs, a home office upstairs and a productive fruit and vegetable garden, in which we love enjoying summer evenings. We will miss our lovely neighbours, the street get-togethers, the peace and quiet, and our amazing sunset views over Dartmoor but, with the children now all making their own way in the world, it’s time to move on and let someone else enjoy this beautiful home. We fell in love with Sherwood as soon as we walked in the front door and we’re hoping for the same experience for its next custodians."

Step Inside

An open storm porch and composite front door opens to the reception hall with store cupboard housing the Worcester gas boiler, and natural light from a circular porthole window. The sitting room is a bright and spacious room with dual aspect, having twin windows enjoying panoramic views over Torquay toward the Churches of St Marychurch and Babbacombe, with Dartmoor in the distance. Further picture window to the front, and fireplace with hardwood mantel. The kitchen is a tasteful room, fitted with a range of country style units with solid woodblock tops and double ceramic sink. Exposed brick fireplace with provisions for range style cooker and picture windows enjoying the view similar to the sitting room. Shower room with double shower, half tiled walls, tiled floor and large window to the front.

Step Upstairs

A turned staircase rises to the first floor landing with generous store off the half landing, and linen cupboard to the main landing. A window over the stairway and landing bathes the area in natural light. There are three bedrooms, two generous doubles enjoying some of the finest views over Torquay toward Dartmoor in the distance, and single room currently used as an office. Family bathroom with pale blue suite, ceramic mosaic tiles and heated towel rail.

Garden Level

From the Reception Hall stairs descend to the garden level, being a particular attribute and offering great versatility with potential to create an annexe, subject to any necessary consents. Our clients currently utilise this space as a garden lounge with warming log burner set within the exposed brick fireplace, and outlook over the garden. Generous utility overlooking the garden and door giving access. An internal window throws borrowed light between the utility and fourth bedroom which is currently used as a home office space and micro bakery where our client bakes exceptional bread! The bedroom has natural light from the east. A generous internal store room/workshop completes the garden level.

Step Outside

The garden is arranged over gentle tiers with stepped access and secure gated approach to the side. There is a timber garden shed and productive greenhouse. The garden has an abundance of flowers and shrubs with a lower sheltered gravelled area ideal for seating. Our clients have been particularly productive with fruit and vegetables including soft fruit canes, apple trees, and raised boxes with potatoes, broad beans, peas, and brassicas. To the rear corner, a patio enjoys a higher degree of sunshine with maturing fig tree.

Additional Information

Access:
Heating: Gas central heating.
Services: Mains Electric, Gas, Water & Drainage.
Council tax band: D (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2025/2026 is £2,339.84.
Broadband & mobile: We are advised that Standard, Superfast & Ultrafast Broadband is available in the area via Openreach, Airband & Virgin Media, with mobile signal likely with O2, EE & Three but limited with Vodafone (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.

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