Babbacombe, Torquay

This EXQUISITE 4 BEDROOM DETACHED HOUSE exudes charm and elegance, boasting a detached Victorian villa design that captivates with its timeless allure. Stepping inside, you are greeted by a spacious interior featuring large rooms with character, period features, and high ceilings that reflect the grandeur of yesteryears. The property is further enhanced by a gated driveway offering ample parking space, ensuring convenience and security for residents. Conveniently located close to shops and amenities, as well as the scenic Babbacombe Downs, this residence offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience for a discerning buyer.  The outdoor space of this impressive property is a true sanctuary, highlighted by the beautiful, sizable private garden that envelops the home in tranquillity and privacy, with the splendid large conservatory a versatile extension of the living space.

This property offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of history with a seamless blend of indoor and outdoor living spaces, creating a harmonious retreat for those seeking a tranquil and elegant lifestyle.

The amenities of St Marychurch can be found a short, level stroll away which retain a 'village ambience' with medical centres, Churches, Post Office, chemists, pubs, restaurants, independent traders and national stores. Scenic walks can be enjoyed across Babbacombe Downs with winding pathways or renowned Cliff Railway leading down the wooded hillside to Oddicombe and Babbacombe Beach. Torquay Golf Club is also virtually a tee shot away.

EPC Rating: D

OWNERS INSIGHT

"Meadlands, built in about 1856, is a house full of character. We have been its guardians since 1987. When our children went to the grammar schools, we needed a house on the bus routes and walking distance to the beach for swimming and sailing, so we moved from Ilsham Marine Drive. Being keen gardeners, we also wanted a level south facing garden and winter sun. The glory of our house is its huge conservatory replaced in 2024. We have used it to grow exotic plants, as well as for entertaining; hosting large dinners and quiz nights. It could equally hold a billiard table and function as a games room (as could the cellar). We will miss walking along Babbacombe Downs, a joy in both winter and summer, and then carrying on along the South West Coastal Path to the harbour. We always catch the bus back though! We have absolutely loved living here, but now it is time for others to enjoy all it has to offer."

STEP INSIDE

Decorative electric gates open to a brick pavioured driveway leading to a portico entrance with front door opening to the ENTRANCE PORCH with lofty corniced ceiling. Inner door to the RECEPTION HALL with feature arch and high corniced ceiling. The GRACIOUS SITTING ROOM is a spacious room with central divide and having a feature fireplace with open grate, lofty corniced ceiling and ceiling rose. Two pairs of bifolding doors open to the CONSERVATORY, being a particular feature of the house, enjoying a southerly aspect overlooking the beautiful mature landscaped gardens. Hardwood windows, pitched roof with fanlights and double doors opening to steps leading down to the garden. DINING ROOM with high ceiling, two illuminated recesses to the alcoves with base cupboards and window to the rear.

KITCHEN, UTILITY & LOUNGE/STUDY

The KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM is fitted with a comprehensive range of units and granite effect work tops with inset sink. Space for range style cooker, integrated fridge and space for dishwasher. Breakfast bar, tiled floor and window. UTILITY with provisions for washing machine and further appliance space to the side, work top and two windows to the rear. From the kitchen a stable door leads to the rear lobby with door to the driveway, window and cupboard housing the electric meter and consumer unit. From the reception hall is an INNER HALL with stairs descending to the cellar, CLOAKROOM and understairs storage cupboard. Door to a LOUNGE/STUDY with triple aspect enjoying views over the gardens and patio doors opening to the garden.

STEP UPSTAIRS

From the Reception Hall a wide, turned staircase rises to the Half Landing with a beautiful glass picture window and door to a CLOAKROOM with wash hand basin, WC, ladder style heated towel rail and window. Stairs continue to the First Floor Landing with lofty corniced ceiling. BEDROOM 1 with dual aspect to the front and side, lofty ceiling height. BEDROOM 2 overlooks the rear garden and enjoys southerly views over the surrounding area. Lofty corniced ceiling, vanity unit and storage cupboard. BEDROOM 3 overlooks the rear garden, wash basin and storage cupboard. FAMILY BATHROOM with contemporary white suite of panelled bath, large walk-in shower, vanity unit and WC. Three quarter tiled walls, large loft access hatch and obscure glazed window. From the landing three steps descend to an INNER HALL with SHOWER ROOM and linen cupboard. BEDROOM 4 loosely arranged as two rooms with dividing arch, two windows to the side, wash basin and built-in wardrobe.

CELLARAGE

From the ground floor inner hall brick steps descends to the CELLAR and is arranged as two rooms providing good head room and ideal storage facility with radiator and housing the GlowWorm gas boiler and hot water cylinder. The second room is the former coal store with cobbled stone flooring. There is lighting, power points and cold water tap.

STEP OUTSIDE

Approached from York Road electrically operated gates open to the brick pavioured driveway providing off road parking for numerous vehicles with well stocked shrubbery to the side with mature magnolia. Leading around the side of the property a five bar gate leads to a walled courtyard with stone built store. Stepped access leads to the main garden set to the southerly side and immediately adjoining the conservatory is a paved pathway surround which descends to the private well screened lawned gardens, beautifully landscaped and planted with an abundance of mature plants, shrubs and trees screened by high hedging. To the side of the conservatory is a raised, sheltered patio beyond which is a potting shed.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

ACCESS: Gently sloping driveway and two steps to the front door. HEATING: Gas Central Heating. SERVICES: Mains Electric, Gas, Water & Drainage. The property benefits from Solar Panels. CONSERVATION AREA: St Marychurch. COUNCIL TAX BAND: ‘G’ (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2025/2026 is £3,899.72. BROADBAND & MOBILE: We are advised that Standard, Superfast & Ultrafast Broadband are available in the area via Openreach & Virgin Media, with mobile signal likely with O2 although limited via EE, Three & Vodafone (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.

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Garden

Large private garden

Parking - Secure gated

Parking - Driveway

Parking - On street