INTRODUCTION - 1 Southcourt Villa is a unique and luxurious 2-storey property forming a substantial part of a Villa, and enjoying an open panorama across the sea, towards Livermead and the hills of Dartmoor in the distance. This stunning period home has been tastefully decorated and maintained to a very high standard by the current owners who have maximised and complimented the original elegant features such as ornate cornicing and high ceilings, whilst ensuring a comfortable contemporary lifestyle with modern fixtures and fittings.

LOCATION - Situated in an enviable location convenient to the popular range of shops and amenities in Ilsham Road Wellswood, the home also benefits from being a short walk to the coastal headland at Daddyhole Plain from which spectacular views along the coastline can be enjoyed, along with access to the scenic Southwest coastal path. The beaches at Meadfoot and Ansteys Cove popular with paddleboarders and swimmers alike, are also local to the property. Torquay harbourside/marina is approximately ½ a mile from Southcourt Villa, with a good choice of waterside restaurants, shops and leisure activities including sailing, jetskis, and enjoying the landscaped Princess Gardens and seafront.
For travel and commuting, Buses run from the harbourside to the neighbouring coastal towns, and Torquay Railway station is situated just off the seafront with regular train services to London Paddington, and Exeter with its international Airport.

ACCOMMODATION - Boasting a total area of 2326.0 sq ft. (216.1 sq m.) and benefitting from an adaptable layout, the home can easily be arranged to support independent living accommodation for an additional family member or provide comfortable dual occupancy. Currently arranged as ENTRANCE LEVEL: Spacious Hallway, Lounge with sea views and direct access onto the terrace, fitted Kitchen/Diner, Master Bedroom with sea views and an En-Suite Shower room, Bedroom 2/Study and Shower Room. GARDEN LEVEL: Hallway, Utility, Shower Room, fabulous open plan Kitchen/Breakfast room, Living Room with sea views, Double Bedroom with sea views and a Cloakroom. The principal rooms all enjoy views to the sea, as well as having direct access onto the terraces.

GARDENS - The private gardens have been thoughtfully designed, providing attractive lawned areas with contemporary gabion basket walls and water fountain, decked platform and a number of ‘sitting out’ areas to relax and appreciate the peaceful ambience. Both the upper and lower Terraces run the length of the property and are the main features of the garden with views across the sea, across to Livermead towards Dartmoor in the distance. The Terraces are perfect for entertaining with ample space for garden furniture, exterior power points and lighting.

PARKING -The property benefits from a large parking area to the front which is suitable for several vehicles, and a PLANNING APPLICATION has been submitted by the current Vendors for the erection of a Garage to the side of the property, which is currently awaiting a final decision.

THE ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES:

ENTRANCE LEVEL

COVERED PORCH

Featuring an archway with pillars to either side. Tiled floor. Light and power. Original period doorbell and front door into:

ENTRANCE RECEPTION

Tiled floor. High ceilings with ornate cornice and mouldings. Central ceiling rose. Ecostrat radiator. Double opening wooden doors with glazed panels and matching surrounds into:

RECEPTION HALLWAY

High ceiling with ornate cornice and mouldings. Tiled floor. Doors to all principal rooms. Door and staircase to Garden Level accommodation.

LOUNGE

17’11” x 16’ (5.46m x 4.89m)

A spacious and welcoming room enjoying an impressive outlook across the sea, with hills and Dartmoor in the distance.

2 x Sets of tall UPVC bay windows fitted with heat reflecting K glass units, and doors leading directly out onto the Garden Terrace. UPVC double opening doors to front. 2 x Radiators. High ceiling with ornate coving and elegant ceiling rose. Picture rails. Built-in T.V./media unit with storage cupboards beneath and display alcove above. Matching built-in unit with deep storage cupboard and display alcove above. Feature period working fireplace with iron grate, marble hearth and matching surround with mantel.

KITCHEN/DINER

17’5” x 12’2” (5.32m x 3.71m)

A lovely open plan room, with a modern Kitchen leading through to comfortable Dining area, a perfect combination of a room which is both functional and relaxing.

KITCHEN - Central island unit with black granite worksurface and feature suspended light platform above, inset black sink and drainer unit, ample storage cupboards and integrated wine chiller. Black granite worksurfaces to both sides, with a comprehensive range of contrasting cream coloured units beneath providing ample storage. Matching range of eye-level units including display cupboards with glass fronted doors. Ample power and USB points. Inset 5-burner Siemens hob with brushed steel extractor hood over. Built-in Siemens double oven. Space for American style fridge/freezer with storage cupboards to either side and above. Tiled splashbacks. Radiator. Elegant cornicing and moulding to ceiling. Archway with panelling through to:

DINING AREA - UPVC double glazed bay window to front with large window seat beneath. Inset spotlights over the dining area. Deep arched recess.

MASTER BEDROOM

17’9” x 14’7” (5.40m x 4.43m)

UPVC floor-to-ceiling bay window fitted with heat reflecting K glass units, and door leading directly out onto the Garden Terrace with lovely panoramic views over Torquay and the sea with Dartmoor in the distance. 2 x Radiators. Feature period working fireplace with iron grate, marble hearth and matching surround with mantel. T.V. aerial point. Exquisite deep cornicing and central ceiling rose. Range of built-in wardrobes. Freestanding roll top bath with central
freestanding mixer tap/shower. Fitted bookcase display unit, which is a cleverly designed concealed door leading into:

EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM

Tiled seating area. Heated towel rail. Fully tiled walk-in cubicle with sliding door and shower. Worktop with inset twin wash basins and wooden unit beneath with cupboard and drawers. Back to wall W.C. unit with worktop over. Inset spotlights. Extractor fan. UPVC Obscure glazed window.

BEDROOM 2/STUDY

19’ x 6’10” (5.80m x 2.06m)

UPVC double glazed window and adjoining UPVC door to rear. Coved ceiling. Inset spotlights. Access to roof space. Radiator. Door into:

SHOWER ROOM

Fully tiled cubicle with shower and glazed sliding door. Wall mounted wash basin. Low level W.C. Mirrored cabinet with shaver point. Heated towel rail. Tiled floor. Inset spotlights. Coved ceiling. Extractor fan.

GARDEN LEVEL ACCOMMODATION

HALL

Large storage area. Built-in cupboard housing the Worcester boiler.

UTILITY ROOM

Cupboard housing the fuses. Wall mounted storage cupboards. Worksurface with space and plumbing for washing machine/space for tumble dryer beneath. Radiator. Large understairs recess. Inset spotlights.

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM

17’5” x 13’3” (5.31m x 4.05m)

A spacious and striking open plan room with a newly fitted Kitchen and contemporary ambience.


Corian white worksurfaces with co-ordinating upstands to 3 sides with an extensive range of navy-blue storage cupboards beneath and matching range of eye-level units. Deep Inset stainless steel sink, drainer unit. Large feature display alcove. Built-in wine chiller. Lamona induction hob with extractor hood above. Lamona double oven and oven above incorporating a microwave. Integrated fridge/freezer. Central Breakfast bar island with storage cupboards and drawers under, the worktop extending to one side with space for stools. Power and USB points. Inset spotlights. Vertical radiator.

LARGE SHOWER ROOM

A large fully tiled walk-in cubicle with a fixed curved screen and Mira shower. Wall mounted wash basin with shaver point. Low level W.C. Inset spotlights. Heated towel rail. Extractor fan. Fully tiled walls.

LIVING ROOM

19’6” x 18’6” (5.95m x 5.65m)

A lovely light room opening out onto the terrace, with open views across the sea, towards countryside and Dartmoor in the distance.

2 x Sets of tall UPVC double opening doors leading onto the Garden Terrace. 2 x Vertical radiators. T.V. aerial point. Power and USB points. Inset spotlights.

CLOAKROOM

Back to wall W.C. Extractor fan. Inset spotlights. Corner wall mounted wash basin with tiled splashback. Space and plumbing for a stacked washing machine and tumble dryer.

WOODEN SLIDING DOORS OPENING TO:

DOUBLE BEDROOM

19’6” x 15’4” (5.95m x 4.67m)

Double opening UPVC doors out to the Garden Terrace, with stunning views over the sea and Dartmoor in the distance. Inset spotlights. T.V. aerial point. 2 x Vertical radiators. USB points. Central room divider with high level display niche to DRESSING AREA with power points and space for triple wardrobes.

GARDENS

The property benefits from 2 x full length Garden Terraces from where the impressive sea and countryside views are enjoyed. These Terraces offer the ideal space for entertaining, al fresco dining or just relaxing, with plentiful exterior power sockets and lighting.

LOWER GARDEN TERRACE Laid to attractive grey tiles the Terrace is bordered by Gabion baskets to one side. External power and lighting. Adjoining the Terrace, there is a lawn with a large WATER FOUNTAIN, and steps up to a gravelled area and adjacent DECKED PLATFORM enclosed by posts with glazed panels and providing space for garden furniture to sit and enjoy the peaceful ambience. Continuing to the side, terraces of Gabion baskets provide attractive raised beds, and a gravelled pathway leads up to a further seating area.

From the Terrace, steps lead down to a level lawned garden, planted with a variety of shrubs and trees, including palms and a paved patio with hardstanding houses the large STORAGE SHED. Wooden personal gate to the road. A grey tiled staircase bordered by whitewashed walls, rises to the:

UPPER GARDEN TERRACE again spanning the length of the property with views across the sea towards hills and Dartmoor in the distance. Glazed privacy panels. Exterior power points and lighting. A paved pathway and wrought iron gate lead around to the front.

PARKING

The property benefits from a large parking area to the front which is suitable for several vehicles, and a PLANNING APPLICATION has been submitted by the current Vendors for the erection of a Garage to the side of the property, which is currently awaiting a final decision.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

COUNCIL TAX - Band E
TENURE - Leasehold
LEASE DETAILS - 199 years from 1985. Residents hold a 25% share of the freehold
MAINTENANCE - £50.00 per month