1 Purbeck Avenue, Torquay

Occupying a prominent corner plot in the sought after Livermead area of Torquay, this spacious four bedroom detached bungalow offers an excellent opportunity for buyers seeking a property to modernise and make their own.

A much cherished family home for many years, it is now offered for sale with the asking price reflecting the need for modernisation throughout.

The combination of generous single storey accommodation, established wraparound gardens and driveway parking provides an appealing starting point for a renovation project.

Extending to approximately 1,079 sq ft, the bungalow offers considerable scope to update the interiors and create a comfortable home tailored to individual tastes and requirements.

A reception hallway connects the accommodation and leads through to a particularly spacious lounge/dining room.

Extending across the rear of the bungalow, this room provides ample space for both sitting and dining furniture.

Windows on more than one side bring in natural light while sliding patio doors connect the living space with the garden.

The separate kitchen sits alongside and offers an opportunity for a buyer to install their preferred units, appliances and finishes. There are four bedrooms with built in storage in several rooms.

The original garage has been converted to provide the fourth bedroom with its own en suite shower room.

Its position off the entrance hall gives useful flexibility for visiting family or those wanting a bedroom separate from the other sleeping accommodation.

A main bathroom with a bath and separate shower enclosure serves the remaining bedrooms.

For buyers prepared to undertake improvements, the appeal lies in the existing space, generous plot and desirable location.

There is clear scope to enhance the property and add value through a considered programme of refurbishment. An opportunity to create your own home in sought after Livermead.

With four bedrooms, generous living space and a substantial corner plot, this detached bungalow offers plenty to work with.

The price reflects the modernisation required, making it well suited to buyers who want to choose their own kitchen, bathrooms and finishes while improving the property over time.

Location Purbeck Avenue is situated in the established residential area of Livermead, well placed for enjoying both the coastline and the green spaces around this part of Torquay.

Local shopping facilities on Roundhill Road include a Co-op for everyday essentials. Preston Primary School is also located in the surrounding area on Old Paignton Road.

The beaches at Livermead and Hollicombe provide opportunities to enjoy the coast, with Hollicombe approached through its gardens.

The wider seafront offers access towards both Torquay and Paignton, placing a choice of beaches and waterfront amenities within the surrounding area.

Nearby Cockington provides a different setting for leisure time, with its historic village, country park and network of woodland and parkland walks.

Craft studios and cafés around Cockington Court add to the area's appeal.

This combination of coastal surroundings and access to countryside is a particular attraction for buyers considering Livermead.

Garden The gardens are a substantial feature of the property, wrapping around the bungalow and giving it a broad frontage to the corner.

A block paved driveway provides off road parking with access to the main entrance. Areas of lawn are interspersed with mature shrubs, established trees and planted borders.

Stone pathways and paved areas link the different parts of the garden while low boundary walls frame the frontage.

The planting provides an established setting with plenty of opportunity to restore and reshape the gardens to suit a new owner.

The rear garden includes further lawn and paving together with a separate glazed garden structure.

The higher sections of the grounds enjoy a pleasant outlook across the surrounding area and offer an appealing position for a seating space.

As with the bungalow itself, the outside areas provide plenty of scope for improvement, whether creating space for entertaining, growing plants or simply enjoying the garden. Parking - Driveway