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See how verdicts work1-bedroom house · TQ1 3SB
No longer listedReduced £5k (−2.8%) on 20 JunListed 244 days
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About
A cosy detached cottage tucked away just off Babbacombe Road, beautifully presented with 1 double bedroom, shower room, kitchen and open plan sitting/dining room.
The property is bright and airy and benefits from double glazing, electric heating and a small outside area providing a quiet place to sit.
Although the property has no parking there is parking on adjacent roads and a Torbay Council car park within a short walk.
The Cottage is set within the St Marychurch ‘Village’ with an array of shops, Churches, medical centres and eateries to name a few.
Whilst the picturesque Babbacombe Downs is just a short level saunter down the road where views can be enjoyed across Lyme Bay with cafes, bars, restaurants and the theatre can be enjoyed over Torquay’s beautiful coastline.
EPC Rating: D Owners Insight "We’ve truly loved living here.
Being able to walk to the local precinct for everyday essentials, a pub visit or a relaxed weekend breakfast has made life feel easy and connected.
We often stroll to Babbacombe Downs for the sea views, and it’s so easy to head into Torquay for dinner or drinks, yet home always feels peaceful.
The cosy, detached house and sunny courtyard have been our little sanctuary, and we’ll truly miss it." Step Inside From Babbacombe Road a driveway leads to a gated access from where a double glazed front door opens to the kitchen which is fitted with a range of cream fronted shaker style units and woodblock effect work tops with inset sink.
Built-in electric oven with four ring electric hob over, provision for washer/dryer and space for fridge/freezer.
Hatch to loft space, inset ceiling downlighters and window overlooking the small courtyard garden. Square archway to the sitting room with two obscure glazed windows.
Stairs rise to the double bedroom with two obscure glazed windows and exposed painted beams. En-suite with shower cubicle with Mira electric shower, wash basin and WC.
Tiling to walls and extractor fan. Step Outside Small courtyard with shared fire access to one neighbouring property.
Additional Information Access: Level approach with slight step to the courtyard and one step into the property. Heating: Electric. Services: Mains Electric, Water & Drainage.
Council tax band: A (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2025/2026 is £1,559.89.
Broadband & mobile: We are advised that Standard, Superfast & Ultrafast Broadband is available in the area via Openreach, with mobile signal good outdoor and in-home with EE & Three, good outdoor with Vodafone & O2 (according to the Ofcom website).
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 has some direct lines to London Paddington and Birmingham and 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: TQ1 3SB.
WHAT3WORDS:///play.nerve.album Anti-Money Laundering (Aml) Compliance In line with the Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017, all estate agents are required to verify the identity and legitimate source of funds of every purchaser.
We conduct these checks through an independent, specialist service provider, alongside our own internal due diligence.
A fee of £18 (£15 + VAT) per purchaser applies once an offer is agreed in principle.
Purchasers must complete the digital id verification and provide evidence of funds or financial capability before a memorandum of sale is issued and the property’s status is updated to ‘Sale Agreed’ or ‘Sold STC’.
Value & comps
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