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£550,000

(£355/sq. ft)

4 bed end terrace house for sale
Wellswood, Torquay TQ1

    • 4 beds

    • 2 baths

    • 2 receptions

    • 1,550 sq. ft

  • EPC Rating: D

  • Chain free
  • Freehold

John Lake

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About this property

  • Beautifully presented victorian house

  • Enviably located just A short stroll to the 'village' amenities

  • Rear garden & terrace

  • Ample off road parking

  • Attractive sitting room

  • Kitchen/dining room

  • 4 double bedrooms (1 en-suite) & family bathroom

  • EPC - D: 57

  • Chain free

A beautifully restored Victorian home in one of Torquay’s most sought-after locations. Arranged over three elegant floors, it blends period charm with refined coastal style, offering light-filled interiors and high-quality finishes throughout. The ground floor features an elegant living room opening onto a private terrace, alongside a stylish kitchen, dining area, and bright conservatory ideal for entertaining. Upstairs, individually designed bedrooms and luxurious bathrooms provide calm, comfortable living. Outside, an enclosed garden and terrace create a peaceful retreat, complemented by private parking.

Set in the prestigious Wellswood area, the property is close to boutique shops, cafés, beaches, and the scenic English Riviera coastline.

The house has been a loving family home for many years but due to our clients work running a global charity has increased, their travelling has meant spending less time at the property so have been running the house as a successful holiday let in recent years when not in residence.

EPC Rating: D

Owners Insight

"For the past thirteen years this house has been more than a place to live, it has been a true family home, chosen for its closeness to loved ones and cherished for the life that has unfolded within its walls. It has held the everyday moments and the milestone ones, raising two daughters, welcoming friends, and hosting countless family gatherings made easy by its wonderful sense of space, light and flow. It’s a home that feels generous and joyful, perfect for busy family life and unforgettable celebrations alike.

Selling it is bittersweet, only prompted by a new chapter in a different part of the country, but it is ready now to offer the same warmth, laughter and possibility to the next family who will love it just as deeply."

Step Inside

From the driveway a pathway leads around to a front door opening to the reception hall with full height window allowing ample natural light to this area. Cloakroom with vanity unit and WC. Attractive sitting room with feature marble fireplace, cornice work to ceiling, two ceiling roses and chandeliers, two windows and central patio doors overlooking and opening to the terrace and garden. The kitchen/dining room is fitted with a range of cream fronted units and wood effect work tops with inset sink. Built-in gas oven with microwave over, four ring gas hob with extractor hood over, integrated dishwasher, washing machine and fridge/freezer. Telephone door entry system, porcelain tiled floor which is followed through to the dining/conservatory area with glazed pitched roof and central chandelier, windows and double patio doors to the front courtyard garden. Cupboard housing the Ferroli Optimax He Plus gas boiler.

Step Upstairs

From the reception hall stairs rise to the first floor landing with window over the half landing and further large window to the main landing with green outlook. Bedroom 3 with two windows overlooking the rear garden with sea peeps and large storage cupboard. Bedroom 4 with windows to the front approach. Bathroom with white suite of panelled bath with shower over, vanity unit and WC. Part tiled walls, ladder style heated towel rail, tiled floor and obscure glazed window. Stairs rise to the second floor landing with window over the half landing and further window to the top landing. Bedroom 1 with two windows overlooking the rear garden with sea peeps and two store cupboards. En-suite with shower cubicle, vanity unit and WC. Ladder style heated towel rail, tiled floor and obscure glazed window. Bedroom 2 with two windows to the front approach and built-in wardrobe.

Step Outside

To the side of the property is driveway parking for 3 or 4 vehicles. A pathway leads around the side of the property with raised gravelled bed (with possible extension/garage potential, subject to the usual permissions). A pathway leads around the house to a private courtyard, that benefits from the afternoon sun, whilst to the rear is a large terrace with decorative balustrading and three steps descending to the garden with gravelled pathway, lawn to either side with a mix of trees surrounding, including fruit trees.

Additional Information

Access: Sloping driveway to the front door.
Heating: Gas central heating.
Services: Mains Electric, Gas, Water & Drainage.
Conservation area: Warberries.
Broadband & mobile: We are advised that Standard, Superfast & Ultrafast Broadband is available in the area via Openreach, with mobile signal good outdoor and indoor with EE, O2 & Vodafone and good outdoor and variable in home with 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. The house is a short stroll from the beautiful Anstey's Cove and a 15-minute walk from Meadfoot Beach. 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 2QH.
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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’.

Garden

Large patio area ideal for entertaining with steps leading down to a lower lawn area surrounded by mature shrubs and trees.

Front Garden

Small front court yard accessed from the conservatory and walkway down the side of the property.

Parking - Off Street

Block paved drive with off road parking for several vehicles.

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