Detached house for sale in Cricketfield Road, Torquay TQ2

Tucked back from Cricketfield Road down a private driveway amidst attractive, level gardens lies Huntley Lodge, a mature detached house affording extensive living space perfect for the growing family. Our clients have meticulously enhanced their home with the inclusion of a striking kitchen and luxury family bathroom, whilst generous parking facilities include a substantial double garage and ample room on the driveway for family cars, recreational vehicles, and still room for a boat! The sheltered garden wraps around the house with lawn and terracing, whilst a versatile garden room would provide a perfect space for a home office, hobbies or games area.

The property stands in a convenient location for a host of highly regarded schools including Torquay Academy and acclaimed grammar schools, both Torbay and Mount Stuart Hospitals, and The Willows shopping district. Easy access can also be gained onto the South Devon Highway linking Torquay to the regional city of Exeter and beyond.

EPC Rating: E

Owners' Insight

"Five years ago, when we first saw Huntley Lodge, we could immediately see the potential to make a beautiful family home. It is in a fantastic location, close to quality schools, particularly the Grammar Schools, as well as the new link road, for easy access to Exeter and Plymouth. Being tucked away down a long private drive, the secluded garden is another great feature for family barbecues or entertaining friends. I'm sure whoever moves in will be as happy as we have been at Huntley Lodge."

Step Inside

A glass paned entrance door opens to the spacious porch with decorative tiled floor, generous cloaks cupboard and two windows. Double doors open to the impressive reception hall featuring engineered oak flooring. Cloakroom with contemporary black WC and basin, tiled floor and window. The sitting room is a statement room with solid oak flooring and exposed stone fireplace with multi-fuel stove. Dual aspect with French doors and picture windows overlooking and opening to the attractive gardens. The formal dining room also enjoys the solid oak flooring and French doors to the conservatory, a relaxing room for all year round use with electric heater, fully double glazed, and wall mounted living flame effect electric fire. Door to the garden. The cosy snug lounge has a warming oak fireplace and polished granite hearth with inset living flame gas fire, solid oak flooring and French doors to the gardens.

Kitchen, Utility & Study

The kitchen is a most impressive room featuring comprehensive cashmere shaker style units with solid wood fronts and a substantial central island measuring 3.2m x 1.5m having ample space for breakfast stools. Polished granite tops with Blanco sink unit, carved drainer and brass Quooker tap. Integrated appliances of twin Caple ovens with Wi-Fi connectivity, Neff induction hob, dishwasher, and dual temperature wine fridge. Provision for for an American style fridge/freezer, and retractable bin storage. Dual aspect with additional roof lantern bathing the room in natural light. Lobby with access to the side elevation and coats storage. Utility with low profile work top, provisions for washing machine and dryer, matching units to the kitchen. Karndean oak effect flooring flows through the kitchen and utility. Study with pleasant view towards the garden and cupboard housing the Worcester gas boiler.

Step Upstairs

From the Reception Hall the turned staircase rises to the First Floor Landing with the engineered oak flooring and loft access. The principal bedroom is a striking room enjoying a picture window overlooking the private garden, and atmospheric log effect electric fire. Dressing room with comprehensive hanging and storage space. En-suite with walk-in shower with body spray and rain head, contemporary black basin and WC. Three quarter tiled walls and heated towel rail. Bedroom 2 with picture window overlooking the garden. Bedroom 3 is loosely divided into a bedroom and dressing area with dual aspect overlooking the gardens. Bedroom 4 with two windows towards the driveway approach. The luxury family bathroom is beautifully appointed with brass detailing and illuminated niches, double ended bath and free standing tap with body spray, additional walk-in shower, oval countertop basin and WC with concealed cistern. Tiled floor and walls, obscure glazed window. Heated towel rail.

Step Outside

A long private driveway shared with just one neighbour leads to the extensive private driveway parking. The detached double garage with pitched roof has been utilised as a home gym by our clients, retaining the electric garage door integrating a personal door. The gardens wrap around the property to the bright south and west elevations with lawns and substantial decked and paved terracing with timber pergola. Hot tub set beneath a timber pergola. Additional garden room housing a sauna, a perfect space for a home office or studio.

Additional Information

Access - Slight steps from the parking to the entrance.

Heating type - Gas central heating.

Council tax band - 'G' (Torbay Council)

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 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 7NP. WHAT3WORDS - face.moons.fresh.

Garden

Large, level garden to the south and west elevations.

Parking - Double Garage

Parking - Driveway