5 bed property for sale

Shirburn Road, Torquay TQ1

This period semi detached house is situated in a popular residential district boasting spacious accommodation with lofty ceiling heights and many character features typical of its era. A garden level annexe with connecting staircase affords versatile space perfect for a dependent relative or independent space to work from home. The rear garden complements the interior and is ideal for young children and pets being fully enclosed with lawn and patio areas.

Local shops at Plainmoor are within close proximity with St Marychurch and Babbacombe beyond where the renowned funicular railway takes passengers down to the shingle beaches of Oddicombe and Babbacombe. Torquay's town centre is equally accessible, whilst public swimming pool, selection of schools and regular bus services also all within walking distance.

EPC Rating: E

Owners Insight

"We bought the property in November 2020 and have loved every minute we have been in our beautiful home. We love the fact that it is so light, with lovely views, high ceilings and good sized rooms. We have found the location has been ideal for access to multiple schools, shops, beaches and countryside, with several parks on hand. The street and our neighbours are wonderful, being very friendly and supportive, and we have made many friends here. It provides a fantastic multigenerational element with the self-contained apartment which has been essential for us as a family, and our children have loved the garden and we have enjoyed many happy hours having barbecues and social times here. With the changing needs of our family we have found we now require something different, but will really miss the home, the position and its character."

Step Inside

A driveway leads to the double glazed front door opening to the reception hall with lofty ceiling height. The sitting room is a bright room with bay window and further window, both overlooking the rear garden. Feature fireplace with granite hearth and gas connection. The kitchen/dining room boasts a comprehensive range of gloss cream fronted units and working surfaces with inset sink unit. Fitted double oven with microwave over, four ring gas hob with cooker hood over, integrated dishwasher and space for fridge/freezer. Two windows to the front and door opening to the front courtyard. The Dining Area has a feature fireplace with storage cupboards to either alcoves.

Step Upstairs

From the Reception Hall stairs rise to the First Floor Landing. Bedroom 1 with window to the front. En-suite with contemporary suite of walk-in shower with rain head, wash hand basin with cupboards beneath and illuminated mirror over and WC. Part tiled walls, ladder style heated towel rail and obscure glazed window. Bedroom 2 with two bespoke fitted hanging high-rise beds with desk and drawers below and separate double wardrobe and bay window to the rear. Bedroom 3 with window to the rear enjoying open views over the surrounding area. Bathroom with contemporary suite of spa bath with electric shower over, wash hand basin and WC. Heated towel rail, tiled floor and obscure glazed window. Utility with provision for washing machine, working surface, loft access hatch and obscure glazed window.

Annexe

From the Reception Hall stairs descend to the annexe also with access from the rear via an entrance porch. Open plan sitting room/kitchen with window to the front. The Kitchen Area is fitted with a range of white plank fronted units and working surfaces with inset sink unit. Fitted electric oven, electric hob with cooker hood over, provision for washing machine and space for fridge/freezer. Cupboard housing Glow Worm combi boiler. Breakfast bar and window to the rear elevation. Door from the Sitting Room opens to a double bedroom with window to the front. From the kitchen a door opens to an inner lobby with obscure glazed door giving access to the garden and further door a study/home office with built-in double cupboard. Shower room with Triton electric shower, wash hand basin and WC. Obscure glazed window.

Step Outside

To the rear steps descend to a seating area with large storage shed and pond. Steps lead down to the main garden featuring a large decked terrace leading onto a lawned garden, fully enclosed with two further storage sheds. The rear garden is westerly facing and enjoys the sunshine throughout the day. To the front is a small enclosed courtyard and gravelled driveway with parking for two vehicles.

Additional Information

Access: Level access with 1 step into property.
Heating: Gas Central Heating.
Services: Mains Electric, Gas, Water & Drainage.
Council tax band: D (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2024/25 is £2,339.84.
Broadband & mobile: We are advised that Standard, Superfast & Ultrafast Broadband are available in the area via both Openreach & Virgin Media, with mobile signal likely via O2 & Vodafone but limited via EE & 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 3JL.
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Garden

Spacious rear garden and small front garden area

Parking - Driveway