£185,000
(£249/sq. ft)
3 bed flat for saleSt Marychurch, Torquay TQ1
3 beds
1 bath
1 reception
743 sq. ft
- Chain free
- Leasehold
John Lake
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About this property
First floor apartment
Spacious first floor apartment
Enviably placed just A short stroll to the village precinct and the scenic babbacombe downs
Sitting/dining room
Kitchen
3 bedrooms
Bathroom
Allocated parking space
EPC - tbc
Chain free
This first floor apartment is conveniently located for local amenities forming part of Bishops Court, an established development in the heart of St Marychurch. The tastefully present accommodation affords a three bedroom design with ample storage also benefitting from a top floor position and is being offered chain free.
St Marychurch 'village' is a bustling community with a wide selection of shops, a medical centre and post office, coffee and tea shops. All this is just around the corner from the property and within a short walk are found Torquay golf course, the scenic Babbacombe Downs and access to local beaches and the coastal footpath. Also within a short level walk is the beautifull Tessier Gardens offering a tranquil place to sit and relax in this peaceful environment.
Step Inside
From the residents car park an archway leads through to a stepped access rising to a private front door opening to the reception hall with loft access hatch and large airing cupboard with radiator. The open plan sitting/dining room is a bright and spacious room with restricted head height to some areas, floor to ceiling window overlooking the front approach and two large Velux window to the rear. The kitchen is fitted with a range of units and work tops with inset sink. Built-in fan assisted oven, four ring gas hob, provision for washing machine and space for fridge/freezer. Wall mounted gas fired boiler, tiled effect flooring and window overlooking the front approach.
Bedrooms & Bathroom
Bedroom 1 with large window to the front and built-in triple wardrobe. Bedroom 2 with window to the front and built-in double wardrobe. Bedroom 3 with Velux window and door to a storage room with access to ample eaves storage running the full length of the property. The bathroom is fitted with a suite of panelled bath with electric shower over, wash hand basin, bidet and WC. Fully tiled walls and Velux window.
Step Outside
Allocated parking space within the residents car park plus visitors parking.
Additional Information
Access: Stepped approach.
Heating: Gas central heating.
Services: Mains Electric, Gas, Water & Drainage.
Length of lease: 199 years from 1987.
Service charge: £1,205 per annum.
Managing agents: Carrick Johnson, Torquay.
Letting: Shorthold tenancies permitted with permission but holiday letting is not permitted.
Pets: Not permitted.
Council tax band: B (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2025/2026 is £1,819.88.
Conservation area: St Marychurch, Torquay.
Broadband & mobile: We are advised that Standard, Superfast & Ultrafast Broadband is available in the area via Openreach & Airband, with mobile signal likely with EE & Three but limited with O2 & 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.
Directions
Sat nav: TQ1 3JT.
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Tenure
Leasehold (161 years)
Service charge
£1,205 per year
Council tax band
B
Ground rent
£0
Ground rent date of next review