Flat for sale in Higher Erith Road, Torquay TQ1

This first floor flat occupies a bright south westerly corner position within an established age restricted development for those 60 years and over, offering independent retirement living in one of Torquay’s most exclusive locations. Approached via lift or stair access, the property affords a spacious one bedroom design, with the principal room and double bedroom commanding attractive views over the beautiful communal garden and surrounding area. Glenside Court enjoys the benefits of a resident house manager, residents parking (subject to availability), private lockage store, and use of the communal gardens.

Glenside Court is enviably positioned just a saunter from the local amenities of Wellswood which have retained a ‘village’ ambiance. The comprehensive amenities close at hand include a Co-op store with atm, hairdresser, spa, barber, Post Office, coffee shops, restaurant, florist, pub, chemist, patisserie, optician, and well supported St Matthias Church. Following Ilsham Road down through the picturesque Ilsham Valley you reach Meadfoot Beach, and the coast paths can be followed beyond to Torquay harbour and seafront. Torquay's three theatre's, The Princess, Babbacombe and Little Theatre are also all within easy reach.

EPC Rating: D

Owner's Insight

"Glenside Court is a perfect development for those seeking the comforts of an age restricted development in a beautiful location. You can have a good social life within the block if you wish to participate in the regular coffee mornings, fish n chip evenings, and barbecues during the summer months.

It's a quiet flat with no immediate neighbours being on the corner, no one overlooking you, large windows with views over the sunny landscaped garden, and close to the lift and stairs so no need to walk down long corridors!"

Step Inside

From the secure communal entrance stairs or lift rises to the First Floor from where a private door opens to the reception hall with two storage cupboards, one housing the hot water cylinder. The sitting/dining room has a dual aspect with window to the side and window overlooking the communal garden. Door to the kitchen, fitted with a range of matching units and working surfaces with inset sink unit. Space for electric cooker, provision for washing machine, undercounter space for further white good and space for fridge/freezer. Window to the side. Double bedroom with fitted double wardrobe, wall mounted electric heater and window overlooking the communal garden. Shower room with white suite of large double walk-in shower with power shower, wash hand basin and WC. Part tiled walls and electric heated towel rail and bar heater.

Step Outside

To the rear of the development are attractive gardens enclosed with fenced, hedged and walled boundaries, mainly laid to lawn with seating areas for the enjoyment of all residents. There are parking facilities to the front of the development in the communal car park, subject to availability.

To the garden level of the development is a communal store room with allocated lockable storage areas numbered to each apartment. The private store to flat 17 measures 1.18m (3'8") x 1.19m (3'9") and a height of 2.66m (8'7").

Additional Information

General - Emergency call system installed throughout the flat. Resident house manager.

Heating - Electric.

Length of lease - 159 years from 1/08/1987

Service charge - £3,500 per annum approximately.

Ground rent - £150 per annum

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

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From our office in St Marychurch, turn right at the traffic lights onto Babbacombe Road. Progress for approx. 1.5 miles (passing the Range Store) until you reach Wellswood. Shortly after passing St Matthias Church and Ilsham Primary School on your left, turn left into Ilsham Road and immediately right into Higher Erith Road (Keeping Kents Pub on your left). Glenside Court stands on your right hand side.

Communal Garden

Large communal garden.

Parking - Off Street

Parking in the communal car park subject to availability.