1 bed terraced house for sale

St Marychurch, Torquay TQ1

Tenure: Leasehold

Set within the historic Old Town Hall, this mews cottage offers elegance fused with contemporary living in the heart of St Marychurch. Sympathetically converted within this wonderful grade II listed building, tastefully incorporating the character of the building with many contemporary features, the property is set around a paved communal courtyard and provides open plan living space to the ground floor, with a double bedroom and recently re-fitted shower room to the first floor.

St Marychurch is one of Torquay's most desirable locations, a rare level position amongst seven hills and the property just a saunter to the comprehensive amenities, picturesque Babbacombe Downs with shingle beaches below and tranquil Tessier Gardens, adults only park. Local leisure activities include Torquay Golf Club, Babbacombe Corinthians Sailing Club and Cary Park with tennis and bowls clubs. The property affords a lifestyle as much as a beautiful home or office.

EPC Rating: C

Owner Insight

“I purchased the property in late 2017, taking my first steps on to the property ladder. Location was a key driver for my first home and the property ticked all boxes. Based in one of the best parts of the Bay within walking distance to the Downs & beaches, as well as having all amenities conveniently located. The property delivered on nearly all fronts comparable to others I had seen before; with the benefits of no properties above or below and a standalone entrance rather than all the apartment or flats i’d previously visited. It was also in a quiet, secure location and benefitted from a much more reasonable service charge than other properties, this was a key factor being a single first time buyer. This has been a fantastic first home for me over the years however, following meeting my partner and starting a family we will need something slightly different but will hold fond memories, hopefully the property will be as good for the new owners as it has been for me.”

Step Inside

Gated access from Manor Road leads to the enclosed residents courtyard from where a private front door opens to the open plan principal room. The sitting room features durable wood effect flooring, three deep understairs storage drawers, cupboard housing the electric meter and two secondary glazed windows overlooking the courtyard. The kitchen is fitted with a range of light wood effect fronted units and roll edged working surfaces with inset sink unit. Built-in electric oven, four ring gas hob with cooker hood above, provisions for washing machine and slimline dishwasher, integrated fridge and freezer. Extractor and slate flooring.

Step Upstairs

Stairs rise to the First Floor Landing with double glazed rooflight. Double bedroom with secondary glazed window to the front and range of bespoke fitted wardrobes with top cupboards above. Further deep storage cupboard housing the GlowWorm gas fired boiler. The shower room has recently been re-fitted with large walk-in shower cubicle with rain head, wash hand basin set in vanity unit and WC. Part tiled walls, two heated towel rails, ceramic tiled floor, extractor fan and double glazed rooflight.

Step Outside

Communal Courtyard with seating area for the enjoyment of all residents.

Additional Information

Access: Level gated access with single step to the front door.
Heating: Gas Central Heating.
Services: Mains Electric, Gas, Water & Drainage.
Length of lease: 999 years from 2006. Residents own a share of the freehold.
Service charge: 3.72% of total expenditure - £1,019.73 from June 2024 to May 2025.
Ground rent: £75 per annum (not collected).
Block management: Crown Property Management, Torquay.
Lettings: Assured shorthold tenancies (AST) permitted, holiday letting is prohibited.
Conservation area: St Marychurch.
Council tax band - ‘B’ (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2025/2026 is £1,819.88.
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, EE & Three but limited via Vodafone (according to the Ofcom website).
Flood risk: Surface water - very low. Rivers and the sea - very low.

Our Area

St Marychurch is one of Torquay's most desirable districts, with its bustling 'village' ambience where a host of shops, cafes and restaurants can be found. The famous Model Village and the stunning Babbacombe Downs with funicular railway taking passengers to and from the shingle beaches of Oddicombe and Babbacombe are also close at hand.

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 3JS.
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Anti-Money Laundering (Aml) Compliance

In line with the Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017, all estate agents are required to verify the identity and legitimate source of funds of every purchaser. We conduct these checks through an independent, specialist service provider, alongside our own internal due diligence. A fee of £18 (£15 + VAT) per purchaser applies once an offer is agreed in principle. Purchasers must complete the digital id verification and provide evidence of funds or financial capability before a memorandum of sale is issued and the property’s status is updated to ‘Sale Agreed’ or ‘Sold STC’.

Communal Garden

Communal Courtyard