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See how verdicts work5-bedroom semi-detached house · TQ1 3SY
No longer listedListed 138 days
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About
Description This substantial five-bedroom semi-detached property is offered **for sale** in a good condition and is well located in the sought-after Babbacombe area of Torquay.
Arranged over three floors, the ground floor comprises an entrance hall leading to two reception rooms.
The lounge features large windows and a wood-burning fireplace, while the dining room also benefits from large windows and a pleasant garden view.
The kitchen provides access to the enclosed rear garden, creating a practical layout for day-to-day living.
On the first floor there are three bedrooms, all of double proportions, together with a shower room.
The top floor offers two further bedrooms (one double and one single) and an additional bathroom with three piece suite.
High ceilings and spacious, bright rooms contribute to the character of the home. Parking to the rear and an enclosed garden further enhance the accommodation.
The property is well placed for Babbacombe amenities, including local shops, cafés and restaurants around Babbacombe and St Marychurch precinct.
Babbacombe Downs, with its coastal views and walking routes, is a short walk away, as are nearby green spaces and access to the South West Coast Path.
Torquay town centre and Torquay railway station are reachable by local bus services from Babbacombe Road, with trains from Torquay providing services towards Exeter, Newton Abbot and beyond, including connections to London Paddington.
A range of local schools are available within the wider Torquay area, making this property particularly suitable for families seeking a well-located home.
Council Tax Band: D Tenure: Freehold Entrance Hall Lounge 14' 7" x 12' 9" Dining Room 13' 4" x 12' 6" Kitchen 15' 0" x 9' 0" Landing Shower Room 8' 3" x 10' 2" Bedroom 13' 7" x 11' 7" Bedroom 13' 1" x 11' 6" Bedroom 6' 7" x 9' 9" Bedroom 11' 3" x 8' 11 Bedroom 11' 2" x 11' 8" Bathroom 8' 1" x 5' 8" Rear Garden
Value & comps
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