2-bedroom terraced house · TQ1 2SB
Listing removedListed 87 days · slow let
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About
A beautifully presented two-bedroom home enjoying sea views, situated in the sought-after residential area of Gainsborough Close, Torquay.
Recently improved throughout, this attractive property benefits from a newly installed kitchen, newly fitted bathrooms and cloakroom, together with new carpets to both bedrooms, creating a fresh and welcoming home ready for immediate occupation.
The accommodation comprises a contemporary fitted kitchen with space for a fridge freezer and dishwasher, together with a hall cupboard providing plumbing for a washing machine.
The spacious sitting and dining room offers an excellent space for both relaxing and entertaining, while the bright conservatory overlooks the rear garden and enjoys delightful sea views.
Upstairs, there are two generous double bedrooms, each benefiting from its own en-suite bathroom and newly fitted carpets, providing comfortable and private accommodation.
Externally, the property enjoys an enclosed patio and garden, ideal for outdoor dining or relaxing, together with the added benefits of a garage and driveway parking.
Situated in the popular area of Gainsborough Close, the property is conveniently located close to local amenities, schools, transport links and the beautiful South Devon coastline, making it an ideal home for a range of buyers.
No Smokers. EPC Rating: C Council Tax Band Torbay Council - Band 'D'. Full amount payable 2026/27 - £2,456.99 Deposit £1,500 Directions Sat nav: TQ1 4QQ. WHAT3WORDS:///drops.myself.sheep.
Additional Information Access: A level path leads to the front door from the cul-de-sac. Heating: Gas Central Heating. Services: Mains Electric, Water & Drainage. Council tax bad: 'D'.
Full amount payable 2026/27 - £2,456.99.
Broadband & mobile: We are advised that Standard, Superfast Broadband is available in the area via Openreach, with mobile signal EE: Good outdoor and in-home O2: Good outdoor Three: Good outdoor, Variable in-home Vodafone: Good Outdoor (according to the Ofcom website).
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.
Permitted Payments & Tenant Protection Information Prior to the commencement of your tenancy (Payable to John Lake Lettings 'The agent'):- Holding deposit: 1 week's rent.
Security deposit: 5 week's rent. 1 month's rent: Minus the holding deposit originally paid.
Please Note: The holding deposit is paid to reserve a property and will go towards the first month's rent should referencing be satisfactory.
This will be withheld if any relevant person (including any guarantor(s)) withdraw from the tenancy, fail a Right- to-Rent check, provide materially significant false or misleading information, or fail to sign their tenancy agreement (and / or Deed of Guarantee) within 15 calendar days (or other Deadline for Agreement as mutually agreed in writing).
Permitted Payments & Tenant Protection Information During the tenancy (Payable to John Lake Lettings 'The agent'): Variation of contract: £50 Lost keys or other security devices: Payment of incurred costs of replacement loss of keys/security devices.
Unpaid rent: Payment of interest for the late payment of rent at a rate of 3% above the Bank of England Base Rate. This will not be levied until the rent is more than 14 days in arrears.
John Lake Gilt Edged Lettings Limited is a member of Propertymark which is a client money protection scheme, and also a member of The Property Ombudsmen which is a redress scheme.
You can find out more details on the agent's website or by contacting the agent directly. Parking - Garage Parking - Driveway
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