1 bed flat for sale in Higher Erith Road, Torquay TQ1, £90,000

90,000.00

Offer Nr.:
66777412
Type of ad:
for Sale
Property type:
1 bed flat
Bedrooms:
1
Bathrooms:
1
Reception rooms:
1
Contact name:
John Lake
Phone(s):
01803 611275

* Leasehold
* Age restricted flat for those 60+ years
* Lift & stair access
* Sitting/dining room
* Kitchen
* Double bedroom
* Shower room
* Chain free
* Communal garden & private store
* Residents car park (limited spaces)
* EPC - D: 65
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
Council tax band - 'B' (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: TQ1 2RJ. WHAT3WORDS: Pirate. gains. riches.
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.

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