2 Bedroom Apartment For Sale, Lincombes, Torquay

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2 Bedroom Apartment For Sale, Lincombes, Torquay

Located adjacent to the Grade II Listed Manor House, Thatcher View is a modern purpose built development of 23 contemporary apartments set within Lincombe Manor Retirement Village, on the wooded Lincombes hillside. With an almost level approach this TWO BEDROOM APARTMENT enjoys beautiful views into Lyme Bay over Thatcher Rock. Communal facilities available to residents include extensive sun terrace, gymnasium, restaurant, coffee lounge & library.

Enviably placed in a peaceful position with no through traffic yet within easy reach of the hustle and bustle of Torquay’s sheltered harbour, marina and town centre. The picturesque Meadfoot Beach and wooded Ilsham Valley also equally easily accessible within a mile distance.

STEP INSIDE From the secure communal entrance a lift or stair approach rises to the Second Floor from where a private front door opens to the RECEPTION HALL with cupboard housing the electric consumer unit and GlowWorm boiler supplying the underfloor heating. The SITTING/DINING ROOM/KITCHEN with sliding doors opening to a Juliette balcony enjoying sea views towards Thatcher Rock with Berry Head in the distance and further window overlooking the balcony. The kitchen area has a tiled floor and is fitted with a range of cream high gloss fronted units and granite effect work tops with inset sink unit. Built-in Beko electric oven with microwave over, electric hob with cooker hood above, integrated dishwasher, washing machine and fridge/freezer.

BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS BEDROOM 1 with built-in double wardrobe and sliding patio doors opening to the BALCONY with glazed balustrading and enjoying the beautiful sea views towards Berry Head. EN-SUITE with double shower with rain head, wash hand basin and WC with concealed cistern. Fully tiled walls and floor, extractor fan. BEDROOM 2 with window enjoying a green outlook.
BATHROOM with suite of bath with shower mixer taps, wash hand basin and WC with concealed cistern. Fully tiled walls and floor, ladder style heated towel rail and window.

STEP OUTSIDE This apartment benefits from a BALCONY with chrome and glazed balustrading, decked flooring and outside light, enjoying beautiful views through the wooded grounds of Lincombe Manor to the sea at Lyme Bay towards Berry Head. Thatcher View is set within the grounds of the Manor House with well tended communal lawn, wooded garden and well stocked shrub and flower beds. Situated on the top floor of Thatcher View there is an extensive paved and decked sun terrace for all residents enjoyment and there is also an equipped gymnasium. EXTRA FACILITIES includes a library, restaurant, bar, coffee lounge and games room, plus 24 hour concierge service available at the Manor House.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION HEATING TYPE – Underfloor Heating
ACCESS – Almost level access with lift or stair approach to the second floor.
LENGTH OF LEASE – 125 years from July 2012.
SERVICE CHARGE: £7,196.34 per annum.
GROUND RENT: £449.90 per annum.
The development is professionally managed by First Port.

COUNCIL TAX BAND – ‘E‘ (Torbay Council) – Full charge payable for 2024/2025 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.

DIRECTIONS what3words: ///larger.round.retail SAT NAV: TQ1 2AW From Torquay’s harbourside (keeping Hoopers department store on the left and harbourside on the right), turn left at the clock tower onto Torwood Street. At the traffic lights turn right into Meadfoot Road and progress to the top of the hill. Turn left onto Higher Woodfield Road and right into Middle Lincombe Road. Carry straight on at the junction with Ridgeway Road, continuing along to the end of Middle Lincombe Road and through the gate pillars of Lincombe Manor where Thatcher View is found opposite The Manor House.