3 bed end terrace house for sale

Upton, Torquay TQ1

Beautifully presented three bedroom end terrace house that has remained within the same family's ownership for over 100 years, passed down through the generations and cherished as a much loved home throughout. Sympathetically upgraded and enhanced over time, the property strikes a lovely balance between retaining its original charm and character while offering the comfort of modern day living standards. A home with over a century of family history behind it, this is a rare opportunity to continue its story.

The property is conveniently placed for a good range of local schools and everyday amenities, including the small and well regarded Upton St James C of E Primary School, together with Torquay Coach Station, a handy convenience store, Upton Social Club and a local Chinese takeaway, all within close proximity. The house also stands within easy reach of the more comprehensive amenities at Plainmoor, including a Lidl supermarket, while Torquay's town centre and harbourside are both within around a mile, offering a wider choice of shops, restaurants and coastal walks.

Sellers Insight

"My father took over ownership of the house in 1983, and put on a two storey addition to the back of the house with a large bathroom, and updated kitchen. The house was continually maintained to the highest standard throughout his long life. New top quality roof tiles, new appliances, double glazed windows, replaced floorboards, lighting fixtures, electrical box updating, and an expanded garden, plus a new alarm system and central heating were all added over the years.

In 2021, his daughter inherited the property and took proper care to thoughtfully put in a new boiler and updated the interior design of the rooms throughout the house.

It's time for this outstanding English terrace house to open itself to new owners who will appreciate its ideal location, integrity, and classic quality, and who can carry forward the care and character this family home has been given for over a century."

Step Inside

A gated pathway leads to a step up to the front door opening to an entrance porch with windows and cupboard housing the meters. Reception hall The sitting room features an open tiled fireplace and display cupboard with base cupboard beneath to one alcove and base cupboard to the other with display shelf over, window overlooking the front. Dining room with window to the rear, open fireplace with decorative wooden surround and feature arched display shelves to either alcove with cupboards beneath. The kitchen is fitted with a range of cream fronted units and wood effect work tops with inset sink. Provisions for cooker, washing machine and fridge/freezer. Tiled floor, window overlooking the rear garden and door giving access to the garden.

Step Upstairs

From the reception hall stairs rise to the split level landing with airing cupboard housing the gas combination boiler. Bathroom with white suite of panelled bath with shower over, basin and WC. Tiling to walls, storage cupboard, tiled floor and large obscure glazed window. Steps rise to the main landing bedroom 1 is a double room with wood flooring and window to the front. Bedroom 2 is also a double room with wood flooring and overlooking the rear garden. Bedroom 3 is a single with wood flooring and front aspect.

Step Outside

A stepped access from the kitchen leads down to the rear garden with garden shed and gated access to a rear service lane from where a further gate leads to another area of garden, mainly paved with mature plants, shrubs and trees with walled boundaries. The front garden is laid to paving with mature shrubs.

Additional Information

Access: Gated pathway with one step into the property.
Heating: Gas central heating.
Services: Mains Electric, Gas, Water & Drainage.
Council tax band: C (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2026/27 is £2,183.99.
Broadband & mobile: We are advised that Standard, Superfast & Ultrafast Broadband is available in the area via Openreach & Virgin Media, with mobile signal good outdoor & in-home with O2 & Vodafone, good outdoor with EE & Three (according to the Ofcom website).

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: TQ1 3ER.
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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’.

Garden

Mainly laid to paving for ease of maintenance.

Parking - On Street