3-bedroom detached house · TQ1 2JD
Listing removedReduced £100k (−16%) on 22 JunListed 339 days
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38 Ilsham Road, Wellswood – The Heart of Ilsham Valley Living Offered with No Onward Chain Set within one of Torquay’s most desirable addresses, 38 Ilsham Road occupies an elevated position within the beautifully green Ilsham Valley – a location long admired for its natural beauty and proximity to the coast.
This traditional 1930s detached bungalow combines classic character with outstanding potential, presenting an exciting opportunity to craft a bespoke home in a truly special Wellswood setting.
A wide entrance vestibule opens into a particularly spacious reception hallway, large enough to accommodate a study or dining area, setting the tone for the generous proportions found throughout.
The bay-fronted lounge enjoys a bright outlook, while the kitchen breakfast room flows through to a utility area with access to the garden and a useful lean-to store beyond.
There are three double bedrooms , including a principal room with en suite shower , complemented by a full family bathroom.
The layout offers excellent scope for reconfiguration or extension to take full advantage of the plot and position (subject to consents).
Outside, the driveway sweeps gracefully up from Ilsham Road, providing ample parking for several vehicles and leading to a detached garage Mature gardens sit to the front and rear, offering a private and leafy outlook with scope to landscape and enhance further.
This is a rare chance to secure a detached home within the Ilsham Valley-just a short stroll from Wellswood Village, Anstey’s Cove, Meadfoot Beach , and the valley green itself.
Whether as a renovation project, downsize move, or coastal retreat, 38 Ilsham Road offers a prime slice of English Riviera living EPC Rating: D Location Ilsham Road sits in one of Torquay’s most prestigious and picturesque settings, right in the heart of Ilsham Valley and just a short stroll from the delights of Wellswood Village with its boutique shops, cafés, restaurants, and patisserie.
The area is framed by the coastal beauty of Anstey’s Cove and Meadfoot Beach, while Ilsham Valley Green provides a tranquil open space for walks and recreation.
With excellent access to nearby grammar schools, the marina, and the harbour, this highly regarded address perfectly combines lifestyle and convenience on the renowned English Riviera.
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