1 bed flat for sale

Babbacombe, Torquay TQ1

This purpose built apartment occupies a prominent south westerly corner position to the second floor of this established development set in the heart of Babbacombe, just a short level saunter to the scenic Babbacombe Downs. The well-proportioned accommodation provides a dual aspect sitting room, fitted kitchen, double bedroom and bathroom/WC, with the apartment also benefitting from gas central heating and secure parking.

A comprehensive selection of amenities are on the doorstep which include local shops, church, medical centre, restaurants, Cary Parks, the picturesque Babbacombe Downs and the shingle beaches of Oddicombe and Babbacombe.

EPC Rating: C

Owners Insight

"This flat has been a fantastic home for me since 2019 . I've loved living in Babbacombe, with the Downs just a short stroll away, as well as easy access to the beach and beautiful coastal walks . The location is ideal, with shops, cafes and other great amenities close by, while still feeling peaceful and relaxed .

It's a place i've genuinely enjoyed coming home to, and hope whoever moves in next loves it as much as I have."

Step Inside

A secure communal door opens to the communal hall with stairs rising to the second floor from where a private door leads to the reception hall with intercom for security door. Deep storage/utility cupboard housing the gas boiler, with shelving and electric light, further cloaks cupboard housing the electric consumer unit. The sitting room has a dual aspect with windows to both the front and side. The kitchen is fitted with a range of base/wall cupboards with drawer unit and work surfaces with tiled splashbacks and inset sink unit. Fitted gas hob and electric cooker and further undercounter provisions for dishwasher, window overlooking Babbacombe Road. Double bedroom with window overlooking Portland Road and built-in wardrobe with clothes rail and shelf. The bathroom is fitted with a white suite of 'P' shaped bath with curved glazed shower screen, Mira shower, wash hand basin with drawers and WC. Part tiled walls and extractor fan.

Step Outside

Approached via a secure remote operated roller door, Portland Court has residents parking area with this particular apartment having one allocated space.

Additional Information

Access: Stairs to the second floor.
Heating: Gas Central Heating.
Services: Mains electric, gas, water & drainage.
Length of lease: Lease to be extended on completion (76 years remaining plus an additional 90 years = 166 years).
Serivice charge: £1,000 per annum from January - December 2026.
Ground rent: Presently £200 per annum, but doubling every 20 years during the lease term.
Block management: Harveys Property Management, Torquay.
Letting: Assured shorthold tenancies permitted but holiday letting is prohibited.
Pets: Permitted with consent.
Council tax band: ‘A’ (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2026/27 is £1,637.99.
Broadband & mobile: We are advised that Standard, Superfast & Ultrafast Broadband is available in the area via Openreach, with mobile signal good outdoor and in-home with EE, good outdoor and variable in-home with Three, good outdoor with O2 & Vodafone (according to the Ofcom website).

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.

Our Area

Babbacombe is one of Torquay’s most desirable districts, renowned for the stunning Babbacombe Downs with funicular railway taking passengers to and from the shingle beaches of Oddicombe and Babbacombe. The famous Model Village, Cary Parks with tennis and bowls clubs and wide selection of shops, cafes and restaurants are all close at hand. 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.

Directions

What3words: ///thank.thin.spices Sat nav: TQ1 3NB. From our office in St Marychurch turn right at the traffic lights onto Babbacombe Road (A379). Progress for approximately 1/3 mile and just after Tesco on your right turn left at the pedestrian crossing into Portland Road and Portland Court will be found on the right hand side.

Anti-Money Laundering (Aml) Compliance

In line with the Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017, all estate agents are required to verify the identity and legitimate source of funds of every purchaser. We conduct these checks through an independent, specialist service provider, alongside our own internal due diligence. A fee of £18 (£15 + VAT) per purchaser applies once an offer is agreed in principle. Purchasers must complete the digital id verification and provide evidence of funds or financial capability before a memorandum of sale is issued and the property’s status is updated to ‘Sale Agreed’ or ‘Sold STC’.

Parking - Secure Gated

One allocated parking space