Flat for sale in Babbacombe Road, Wellswood, Torquay TQ1

Description

Set within a distinguished Victorian villa, converted into contemporary apartments, this ground floor two-bedroom residence offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern convenience. Located on the border of the highly sought-after areas of Wellswood and Babbacombe, the apartment has been meticulously refurbished, boasting contemporary and neutral décor throughout.

The property features spacious accommodation, with two double bedrooms, making it an ideal home for couples. The apartment has been updated with updated electrics, including an updated consumer unit, ensuring safety and efficiency. Additionally, the building benefits from a newly installed roof, and the driveway has been freshly tarmacked. This offers an allocated parking space for one vehicle along with unrestricted parking on Babbacombe Road.

The Hollies is situated within the Lincombes Conservation Area, a prime location renowned for its proximity to Wellswood, Babbacombe, and Torquay Marina. A mere five-minute level walk leads to the heart of Wellswood, where residents can enjoy a vibrant village community with excellent local facilities, including St Matthias Church, The Kents pub, restaurants, cafes, a patisserie, boutique shops, and salons. Torquay harbourside, town centre, and beaches are also easily accessible, complemented by local bus services in the immediate vicinity. A leisurely stroll leads to Babbacombe Downs, renowned for its picturesque views and local amenities such as the Babbacombe Inn and Hanbury's Fish and Chip Shop. Babbacombe and Oddicombe beaches offer spectacular natural beauty, perfect for a relaxing walk or a tasty lunch at the Cary Arms.

Tenure: Leasehold (999 years)
Service Charge: £100 per month

Entrance

Access to the apartment is provided via the communal entrance on the ground floor. Upon entry, you are welcomed into a hallway adorned with newly installed carpeting. This area is equipped with a wall-mounted telephone intercom and a wall-mounted thermostat, offering both convenience and functionality.

Kitchen

The modern kitchen, with its low-maintenance, freshly installed tiled flooring, features a range of wall and base units with a roll edge countertop. The units are complemented by under-counter lighting and LED lighting on the plinths. Tiled splashbacks extend along the countertops, paired with chrome sockets and switches to create a contemporary aesthetic. This kitchen includes a stainless steel one and a half sink with a drainer and mixer tap. It also includes an integrated oven with a countertop hob and a stylish extractor fan overhead. There is space and plumbing available for both a washing machine and a dishwasher, while a fridge/freezer slots neatly into the cabinetry. Additionally, a built-in storage cupboard houses the newly installed consumer unit, adding to the kitchen's functionality.

Living Room/Diner

The living room/diner, accessible from the kitchen through a large open entrance, is bright and spacious with freshly installed carpeting throughout. A double-glazed sash window fitted with bi-fold wooden shutters allows ample natural light to fill the room. The space is warmed by two radiators and enhanced by wall-mounted lighting, creating a comfortable and inviting atmosphere.

Bedroom One

Adjacent to the living room, bedroom one is a generously sized double bedroom. It enjoys ample natural light from a double-glazed sash window with a radiator beneath. The room features newly installed carpeting and benefits from its own en-suite shower room. The en-suite includes an enclosed shower cubicle with a mains shower, a wall-mounted wash basin with a mirror above, and a low-level WC. It is finished with part decorative tiled walls, a tiled floor, a radiator, and an obscured double-glazed sash window with bi-fold wooden shutters, providing natural light.

Bedroom Two

Bedroom two is a neutrally decorated double bedroom with white walls and newly installed carpet. A double-glazed sash window with bi-fold wooden shutters allows natural light to enter, enhancing the room's bright and airy ambiance.

Bathroom

This bathroom boasts a contemporary three-piece suite, including a bath tub with a mixer tap and an overhead mains shower. The pedestal wash basin is complemented by a low-level WC, situated beneath a wall-mounted mirror. The space features tiled floors and partially tiled decorative walls, creating an elegant ambiance. The gas boiler is discreetly housed in a built-in cupboard. Additional amenities include a radiator and a double glazed sash window with bi-fold wooden shutters, enhancing both functionality and style.

Outside

Externally, the property benefits from a newly tarmacked driveway, providing allocated parking for each apartment. This apartment includes one dedicated parking space. Access to the driveway is conveniently available from Asheldon Road. Additionally, further parking options are available on Babbacombe Road, where on-road parking is currently unrestricted.