2 Bedroom Apartment For Sale, Wellswood, Torquay

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2 Bedroom Apartment For Sale, Wellswood, Torquay

Greenacres is an established development for those over 60 years of age, set in the heart of leafy Wellswood and comprises thirty-four properties arranged over four levels with this particular apartment occupying a first-floor position and enjoys views over the attractive landscaped communal gardens.  The apartment provides well-proportioned accommodation offering a spacious sitting/dining room, modern kitchen, two bedrooms (one en-suite) and a shower room.

The development features lift access, a communal residents lounge and conservatory which opens onto extensive terracing and the landscaped gardens. Greenacres stands on a tree lined road just a stone’s throw from the local village shops in Wellswood with delicatessen, restaurants and pub whilst the picturesque Meadfoot Beach can be found within a reasonable walk through the beautiful Ilsham Valley.

OWNER INSIGHT “The apartment was owned by my cousin who enjoyed nearly 8 very happy years living here, having relocated from elsewhere in Devon. He found the location to be extremely convenient, with the nearby shopping parade admirably catering for his every day needs and enabling him to retain his independence.

He used to enjoy sitting in the apartment in peace and tranquillity overlooking the beautifully tended communal gardens and watching the wildlife.”

STEP INSIDE A slope or steps rise to the secure communal entrance with lift or stairs rising to the first floor from where a private front door opens to the RECEPTION HALL with electric consumer unit. Cloaks cupboard and airing cupboard with factory lagged hot water cylinder, cold water tank and shelving. SITTING/DINING ROOM with feature fireplace and sliding patio doors opening to a Juliette balcony overlooking the beautifully tended communal gardens and terracing. The KITCHEN is fitted with a range of cream, high gloss fronted units and granite effect work tops with inset sink unit. Built-in Neff electric oven and combination microwave, Beko four ring ceramic hob with cooker hood over, integrated fridge/freezer and provisions for washing machine. Window enjoying views over the communal gardens.

BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS BEDROOM 1 is a double room with bay window, window seat and cupboards beneath, overlooking the communal gardens. Range of built-in wardrobes with mirror fronted doors and dressing table unit with top cupboards over. EN-SUITE with white suite of panelled bath with shower mixer taps, wash hand basin and WC. Part tiled walls, mirror with light/shaver point over, chrome heated towel rail, fan heater and extractor fan. BEDROOM 2 with window overlooking the communal garden, built-in wardrobe and dressing table unit. SHOWER ROOM with shower cubicle with Mira Sport electric shower, wash hand basin and WC. Part tiled walls, mirror with electric light/shaver point over, chrome heated towel rail, fan heater and extractor fan.

STEP OUTSIDE To the rear of the development are beautifully tended landscaped communal gardens with gently sloping lawns and paved patios with a wide variety of trees, plants and shrubs. To the front is a residents and visitors car park.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Residents Lounge & Conservatory leading out to the gardens.
Length of lease: 125 years from 1989
Service Charge: £4,462.67 per annum including buildings insurance and water charges, as from April 2024, reviewed annually.
Ground Rent: Peppercorn.
Storage Heating.
Services: Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected.
Sloped or stepped approach with lift access to each floor.
Ultrafast broadband is available in the area & with a mobile signal likely with some providers (Vodafone, EE & O2 and limited with Three) according to the Ofcom website.
Council Tax Band – ‘E’ (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2024/25 is £2,729.04.

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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SAT NAV TQ1 2QS. From our office turn right at the traffic lights onto Babbacombe Road and continue towards Wellswood. After passing The Range on your left continue a short distance and around the sweeping left hand bend, taking the next left turning into Asheldon Road where Greenacres will be found a short distance along on the right-hand side.