4 bed semi-detached house for sale

Babbacombe, Torquay TQ1

The Outlook is a fine coastal home, occupying an exceptional position at the top of the hillside above the picturesque Babbacombe Bay. Originally two cottages, it has been thoughtfully combined to create a spacious, versatile four-bedroom home. True to its name, The property enjoys sweeping views over the surrounding woodland and towards the waters of Lyme Bay. Outside, the property offers ample driveway parking, a single garage, and a generous garden, features rarely found in homes of this type and location.

Just a pebble’s throw away, the scenic Babbacombe Downs is home to the renowned funicular Cliff Railway, which connects the shingle beaches of Oddicombe and Babbacombe below. Babbacombe boasts a wide range of amenities, while neighbouring St Marychurch offers a vibrant pedestrianised shopping precinct, medical centres, and a selection of churches. Torquay Golf Club is virtually on your doorstep, with tennis, sailing, and bowls clubs all nearby. This truly is a remarkable home in a prime coastal location.

EPC Rating: D

Owners' Insight

"It’s hard to believe The Outlook has been our home for fifteen wonderful years. When we moved toward retirement after selling our hotel in St Marychurch, we knew we wanted to stay close to the place we loved most. The small area around the Babbacombe Downs was the only place we could imagine ourselves, and when the chance came to buy The Outlook, we didn’t hesitate for a moment.

This home has given us an incredible lifestyle, perched above the beautiful Babbacombe Bay, with the Downs, the theatre, shops, and restaurants just a short stroll away. It has been a place of peace, joy, and everyday beauty.

Deciding to leave has been deeply emotional, but we know the time has come for us to downsize. We feel grateful that we are able to offer the house chain-free to the next people who will love it just as much as we have."

Step Inside

Approached via a private driveway, two steps lead to a half-glazed front door opening into a welcoming Entrance Porch with two windows and wood-effect flooring. A door opens into the spacious Sitting/Dining Room, a double-aspect space with views of both the garden and driveway, enhanced by charming exposed timber beams and a cosy fireplace. A separate Study, overlooking the driveway, offers a perfect space for home working or a snug retreat. The Dining Room flows into the bright Conservatory, featuring tiled flooring and a lovely outlook over the garden towards Lyme Bay. Double doors offer direct access to both the garden and driveway. From the Dining Room, a door leads to the Inner Hall with a ground floor WC, with potential to create a shower room. The Kitchen boasts a range of cream-fronted units with granite worktops, space for a range cooker, integrated appliances, and an island unit beneath a large skylight, filling the room with natural light.

Step Upstairs

Stairs from the Inner Hall lead to the first floor landing, with access to the loft. The spacious primary bedroom benefits from a double aspect, offering views over the woodland canopy and Lyme Bay beyond. It features built-in triple wardrobes, drawers, and a dressing table. The second bedroom overlooks the driveway and includes an en-suite with a large rain-head shower, wash basin, WC, and a cupboard housing the gas boiler. A ladder-style heated towel rail, wood-effect flooring, and an obscure glazed window complete the room. Bedroom three enjoys the open views towards Lyme Bay, while bedroom 4 overlooks the front approach. The family bathroom includes a 'P' shaped bath with an electric shower overhead, a wash basin set in a vanity unit with storage below, and a WC. Tiling to the walls, a ladder-style heated towel rail, wood-effect flooring, extractor fan, and natutral light from an obscure glazed window.

Step Outside

The property offers generous driveway parking for three to four cars, alongside a single garage, ideal for off-road parking and storage. Steps lead down to the rear garden, which is divided into two easily maintained areas with walled boundaries. One section is gravelled, while the other is laid to slabs, ensuring minimal upkeep. The garden also enjoys partial sea views through the trees toward Lyme Bay.

Additional Information

Access: Level driveway approach with two steps into the property.
Heating: Gas central heating
services: Mains Electric, Gas, Water & Drainage.
Council tax band: E (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2025/2026 is £2,859.80.
Conservation area: Babbacombe Downs, Torquay.
Mobile & broadband: Likely mobile coverage of 79% Vodafone, 71% EE, 64% Three, 59% O2. Standard and Ultrafast broadband available in the area with Openreach & Virgin Media. Data obtained from Ofcom mobile and broadband checker.

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

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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’.

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