Detached house for sale in Old Mill Road, Torquay TQ2

Set back from the road behind a generous driveway and lawned garden, The Pippins is a mature detached chalet bungalow constructed in the 1950s and a loved home to our clients since 1997. Affording principal living space to the entrance level, the first floor provides open views toward the sea at Tor Bay in the distance from the ensuite bedroom and bathroom, whilst an extensive and versatile hobbies/games room overlooks the rear garden. The gardens are a particular attribute, with sheltered pergolas, lawns, mature shrub beds and productive areas perfect for the gardening enthisiasts.

Enviably positioned in one of Torquay's prestigious locations close to Torquay's Sea Front and Cockington Country Park which covers circa 460 acres of woodland, lakes and meadows. Local 'village' shops at Walnut Road are just a short saunter away, whilst Torquay's Train Station is equally accessible, just one stop from the main line Newton Abbot with direct links to most major cities. A selection of highly regarded schools, including nationally recognised Grammar Schools are equally accessible.

EPC Rating: C

Owners' Insight

"The Pippins has been our home for 27 years, and it has been an emotional decision to sell. The house offer so much, whether you wish to be close to local shops, the beautiful Cockington Country Park, Torquay Train Station and Seafront, or those with young children requiring quality schooling. The gardens have been a joy to us over the years, always providing tranquil places whether sunny or shady to sit when the sun is shining, or productive areas to tend and grow vegetables and fruit.

We have possibly not used the house to its full potential, and there are so many options people could do with the first floor level, or makes changes to the design internally or externally to suit their own taste and needs. We can honestly say we are leaving a very happy home, and have no doubt new owners will receive as much enjoyment as we have living here."

Step Inside

An obscure glazed front door opens to the garden room with tiled floor and picture windows overlooking the beautiful front garden. Obscure glazed inner door opening to the spacious reception hall with obscure glazed windows and generous storage cupboard. Sitting room with window to the side and glazed French doors between the garden room. Limestone fireplace with polished granite hearth and inset Arrow log burner. Dining room with picture window overlooking the front garden. Open archway to the kitchen/breakfast room fitted with a comprehensive range of high gloss fronted units and woodblock effect work tops with sink. Built-in double electric oven, four ring gas hob, provisions for slimline dishwasher and fridge/freezer. Window to the side. An obscure glazed stable door opens to the rear lobby with roof lantern, door to the driveway approach, further door to the rear garden, and personal door to the garage. Two generous storage cupboards and cloakroom with window.

Bedrooms & Bathroom

From the Reception Hall a glazed door opens to the inner hall with deep linen cupboard. Bedroom 1 with dual aspect enjoying a view over the rear garden and further bay window to the side overlooking a pond. Bedroom 3 with bay window to the side overlooking the pond. Bedroom 4 with sliding patio doors opening to the rear patio and garden. Bathroom with suite of inset bath with twin handgrips, double shower, wash hand basin and WC. Part tiled walls, heated towel rail, additional radiator and two obscure glazed window.

Step Upstairs

From the Reception Hall stairs rise to the First Floor Landing with character sloping ceiling and restricted head height to certain areas. Bedroom 2 with picture window enjoying the finest views from the property taking in the sea at Tor Bay, harbour mouth, natural arch, and the Warberries hillside. Character sloping ceiling with restricted head height to certain areas. En-suite with panelled bath, wash hand basin and WC. Heated towel rail and rooflight enjoying views over the garden towards the Warberries hillside. Hobbies/games room with two Velux rooflights having integrated blinds, and picture window overlooking the rear garden. Character sloping ceilings with exposed purlins and support timbers, and fitted wardrobes. Bathroom with suite of bath with shower attachment taps, wash hand basin and WC. Rooflight enjoying views over the surrounding area towards the mouth of the harbour and sea at Tor Bay.

Step Outside

A sweeping tarmac driveway with brick inlays, leads to the front of the property, providing ample parking for a number of vehicles. Wooden double doors open tp the garage with pitched roof and window to the rear, power, water and lighting. The front garden is a beautiful space, fully enclosed with fenced boundaries, main lawn with mature flower and shrub beds. A timber pergola stands at the end of the garden providing a relaxing space with views back toward the house. Gated access to the side of the property, with mature flower beds and garden pond, leading to the rear garden. A timber pergola adjoins the house with sheltered patio. Stepped approach to the main garden with mature apple tree, central lawn with shrubs and plants, vegetable patches, fenced and hedged boundaries. Aluminium framed greenhouse and timber garden shed.

Additional Information

Council tax band - F (Torbay Council)

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

Sat nav - TQ2 6PG. WHAT3WORDS: Thumbnail.observes.beaker.

Front Garden

Large front garden.

Rear Garden

Generous rear garden.

Parking - Driveway

Parking - Garage