Studio for sale

Babbacombe Road, Torquay TQ1

This studio apartment forms part of an established residential block of apartments, beautifully maintained with private front door to the rear and direct access onto the communal gardens with southerly aspect. The property makes a great investment opportunity, second home for an owners use or suitable for first time buyers.

The popular amenities of Wells wood with its village ambiance can be found nearby whilst local shops at Lisburne are just a short saunter. A wide selection of shops, waterside bars and restaurants, Princess Theatre, and mooring facilities can be found at the base of the hill in and around Torquay's harbourside, yacht marina and town centre.

EPC Rating: E

Step Inside

From the car park thirteen steps rise to a pathway from where four further steps lead to a communal area leading to the studio. Two steps rise to a private entrance door opening to the open plan sitting room/kitchen/bedroom with feature fireplace and large window to the side. The kitchen area has wood effect flooring and is fitted with a range of light grey fronted units and granite effect work top with inset sink unit and tiled splashbacks. Provisions for cooker, washing machine and small fridge/freezer. Opening to a wardrobe area/storage space with window. Shower room with white suite of large shower cubicle with electric shower fitted, wash hand basin with cupboard beneath and WC. Part tiled walls.

Step Outside

Communal gardens, mainly laid to patio for ease of maintenance with shrubbery, pond and seating areas for the enjoyment of all residents.

Additional Information

Access: Stepped approach.
Heating: Electric.
Services - Mains Electric, Water & Drainage.

Length of lease: 983 years remaining.
Service charge: £1,400 per annum.
Block management: Littlecourt Flats Ltd (self managed).
Letting: Shorthold tenancies permitted.
Pets: Permitted with consent from the management.
Council tax band: A (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2025/2026 is £1,559.89.
Broadband & mobile - Broadband Standard, Superfast and Ultrafast available in the area with Openreach. Mobile performance likelihood of 81% Vodafone, 74% EE, 68% Three, 65% O2. According to 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 1HW.
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