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See how verdicts work3-bedroom bungalow · TQ1 3TU
Listing removedReduced £25k (−6.7%) on 7 FebListed 511 days
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About
Description Set in the highly desirable district of Babbacombe, this beautifully maintained three-bedroom bungalow combines comfortable living with energy-efficient features and superb sea views.
Ideal for those seeking a peaceful coastal lifestyle, the property is perfectly positioned to enjoy everything this vibrant area has to offer.
The bungalow offers a spacious and well-laid-out interior, including a bright living space, three well-proportioned bedrooms, and a modern kitchen.
The property also benefits from private parking and solar panels, providing excellent energy savings.
Large windows capture stunning sea views, while the overall presentation ensures a move-in ready home.
The district of Babbacombe offers a range of facilities and amenities including churches, local shops along Reddenhill Road, and the open green spaces of Cary Park with its tennis courts and bowling green.
Residents can enjoy scenic coastal walks over Walls Hill and the Downs, which lead to a choice of beautiful beaches.
Regular bus services operate from Babbacombe to Torquay town centre, making commuting and shopping convenient.
Together with its neighbouring districts of St Marychurch and Plainmoor, the area also offers educational facilities catering to children from infant to secondary school age, making it a practical choice for families as well as downsizers or those looking for a relaxing retreat.
A rare opportunity to secure a well-presented home in one of Torquay's most sought-after locations.
Council Tax Band: D Tenure: Freehold Entrance Hall Has a double glazed door to the front aspect, dado rail, meter cupboard, doors to inner hallway and the extension.
Inner Hallway Has carpet flooring, doors to living room and shower room.
Shower Room A three piece suite comprising of a shower cubicle with Mira electric shower, low level wc, vanity wash hand basin with cupboards, mixer tap, panelled walls, chrome ladder style heated towel rail, extractor fan, double glazed window to the front aspect.
Living Room (14.6' x 10.3') A dual aspect room with carpet flooring, radiators, double glazed windows, telephone point, double glazed sliding patio doors to an enclosed balcony with stunning sea and coastal views, electric fireplace, doors to kitchen and dressing room.
Dressing Room Sky light, carpet flooring, plenty of wardrobe space and access to the bedroom.
Bedroom (15.2' x 8.0') Another dual aspect room with double glazed windows to the front and rear aspects, radiator, power points and carpet flooring.
Kitchen (8.0' x 9.3') Marching wall and base units with roll top work surfaces, stainless steel sink and drainer with mixer tap, appliance space for fridge, freezer, tumble dryer and washing machine and cooker.
Part tiled walls, double glazed window to the rear aspect with a lovely sea and coastal views.
Inner Hallway The main inner hallway has dado rail, radiators, doors to shower room, cloakroom, two further bedrooms, kitchen, living room, and three storage cupboards.
Shower Room A two piece suite comprising of a shower cubicle, vanity wash hand basin with mixer tap, large chrome ladder style heated chrome towel rail, fitted storage cupboard, tiled walls, tiled flooring, skimmed ceiling with downlights, extractor fan, double glazed obscure window to the rear aspect.
Cloakroom Vinyl flooring, tiled walls, low level WC, glazed window to the rear aspect.
Bedroom 2 (9.7' x 13.2') Has a double glazed window to the front aspect, carpet flooring, radiator and fitted double wardrobe.
Bedroom 1 (13.9' x 9.1') Has a double glazed window to the front aspect, carpet flooring.
Kitchen (8.6' x 11.4') Matching wall and base level work units with flat edged quartz worktops, built in electric double oven with four ring hob and cooker hood, appliance space for fridge freezer, inset one and a half bowl sink unit with mixer tap, part tiled walls, vinyl flooring, double glazed window to the rear aspect and access to a utility area.
Utility Has space for washing machine, tumble dryer, with step down to the conservatory.
Conservatory (8.4' x 13.0') Has a double glazed windows to both sides and rear offering a terrific sea and coastal view.
Two double glazed doors to both sides giving access to the garden and balcony, radiator, carpet flooring.
Rear Garden Paved steps down to a generous sized patio area with outside water tap and access to under house storage which is where the combi boiler is located, this area also benefits from outside light, wood fencing for privacy, a low height brick wall with a flower bed.
There is a gate leading to an artificial lawned part of the garden again enclosed by panelled fencing, outside lighting, access to the enclosed terrace which is accessed from the extension again with wooden panelled fencing and artificial lawn.
There is a further side access gate leading around the side to the front.
There is a lower part of the garden which is used for a wild garden with steps down from the artificial lawned area, there is access to a greenhouse which is also enclosed by garden shrubs.
Front Garden With a lovely easy accessed entrance with sloped path to the front door with flower bed borders, stone enclosures and low height brick wall.
Value & comps
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