2 bed terraced house to rent

Shearwater Drive, The Willows TQ2

This two bedroom house forms part of the modern Willows development constructed by Messrs Bovis Homes. Set in a quiet close and elevated from the road the property provides well proportioned accommodation benefitting from an en-suite principal bedroom, a two tiered rear garden and two allocated off-road parking spaces.

The property stands within close proximity of the Willows shopping complex where Marks & Spencer, Sainsburys, Boots, Next and a host of large chain stores can be found. Torbay Hospital also stands within easy reach and for those who commute out of Torquay, access onto the South Devon Highway is easily gained.

No smokers and pets are permitted.

EPC Rating: C

Step Inside

The property is approached via shared steps and pathway from where further steps rise to a front door with porch canopy over, opening to the reception hall with electric consumer unit. Sitting room with window to the front and feature wooden fire surround with marble inset and hearth with fitted coal effect electric fire. The kitchen/breakfast room is fitted with a range of wood effect units and roll edged work tops with inset sink unit. Built-in electric oven, four ring gas hob with cooker hood above, integrated fridge/freezer, provision for washing machine and space for slimline dishwasher. Understairs storage cupboard, window and patio door overlooking and opening to the rear patio and garden.

Step Upstairs

From the Reception Hall stairs rise to the First Floor Landing with hatch to loft space and airing cupboard housing the factory lagged hot water cylinder. Bedroom 1 is a double room with built-in double wardrobe and two windows to the front. En-suite with shower cubicle, wash hand basin and WC. Fully tiled walls, extractor fan and obscure glazed window. Bedroom 2 is a single room with built-in double wardrobe and window to the rear with views over the rear garden. Bathroom with white suite of panelled bath with electric shower over, wash hand basin and WC. Half tiled walls and obscure glazed window.

Step Outside

To the front of the property is a sloping lawned garden and stepped approach. To the rear is a paved patio with raised gravelled top bed to the back from where steps rise to a gently sloping lawned garden. The house benefits from two allocated parking spaces.

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: TQ2 7TP.
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Deposit

£1,140

EPC Rating

C '70'

Council Tax

'C' - Torbay Council. Full charge payable for 2025/26 £2,079.86

Additional Information

Access: Stepped approach. Heating: Gas central heating. Services: Mains Electric, Gas, Water & Drainage. Council tax band: ‘C’ (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2025/2026 is £2,079.86. Broadband & mobile: We are advised that Standard, Superfast & Ultrafast Broadband are available in the area via Openreach, with mobile signal likely with O2 but limited via EE, Three & Voadfaone (according to the Ofcom website).

Permitted Payments & Tenant Protection Information

During the tenancy (Payable to John Lake Lettings 'The agent'): Variation of contract: £50 Lost keys or other security devices: Payment of incurred costs of replacement loss of keys/security devices. Unpaid rent: Payment of interest for the late payment of rent at a rate of 3% above the Bank of England Base Rate. This will not be levied until the rent is more than 14 days in arrears. John Lake Gilt Edged Lettings Limited is a member of Propertymark which is a client money protection scheme, and also a member of The Property Ombudsmen which is a redress scheme. You can find out more details on the agent's website or by contacting the agent directly.

Permitted Payments & Tenant Protection Information

Prior to the commencement of your tenancy (Payable to John Lake Lettings 'The agent'):- Holding deposit: 1 week's rent. Security deposit: 5 week's rent. 1 month's rent: Minus the holding deposit originally paid. Please Note: The holding deposit is paid to reserve a property and will go towards the first month's rent should referencing be satisfactory. This will be withheld if any relevant person (including any guarantor(s)) withdraw from the tenancy, fail a Right- to-Rent check, provide materially significant false or misleading information, or fail to sign their tenancy agreement (and / or Deed of Guarantee) within 15 calendar days (or other Deadline for Agreement as mutually agreed in writing).

Parking - Allocated Parking