4 bed detached house for sale

Hunsdon Road, Torquay TQ1

Stone Court is an exceptional property which has been completely re-modelled by the current vendors, which we understand included the addition of insulation throughout ensuring superb energy efficiency. Boasting over 3,070 square feet (285 sq.m) of accommodation, the sizeable property is beautifully renovated and presented in such a way as to enhance its stunning characteristics, with large windows and elegant décor complementing the space and flowing ambience of the rooms. The home has been created for modern living... A place to relax, work and entertain family and friends.

Torquay's town, harbourside and yacht marina lie at the base of the hill from Stone Court, offering a hive of activity and boasting a wealth of water sports, waterside restaurants, bars, Princess Theatre, and wide range of shopping. Local amenities can be found at nearby Wellswood which retains a village feel, located just past the end of nearby Lower Warberry Road providing a parade of shops, restaurant, pub, St Matthias Church and Ilsham Primary School.

EPC Rating: C

Owners Insight

"What first attracted us to Stone Court 7 years ago was the fabulous location, a stone’s throw from the harbour restaurants and Hoopers, together with the garden and the peaceful ambience of this backwater. Previously a dormer bungalow occupied by an elderly widower who had gardened it for 22 years. We could see the potential and set about redeveloping into an “Art deco” style house with an exceptional flow and occupier friendly design, enlisting the help of Adam Frost with the garden design.
Approaching the house up the leafy lanes you could be in deepest countryside. We have lots of native garden birds visit us and have other native species (we have seen slow worms and toads!) – we have always tried to garden with nature in mind. The large useful Hartley Botanic Greenhouse was a little luxury we indulged in and has produced bountiful crops. The garden has lots of fruit bushes and trees and we are never short of apples."

Step Inside

A striking Art Deco style front door opens to the reception hall with lovely aspect to the galleried first floor landing and skylight directly above. Large walk-in storage area with shelving, power and light. Sitting room with triple aspect and featuring a picture window stretching the width of the room overlooking the sun terrace and front garden. The kitchen/dining/family room is a spacious, dual aspect room with patio doors to the terrace and front garden, French doors and window opening and overlooking the rear garden. Fitted with a range of high gloss fronted units and Corian working surfaces with inset sink. Built-in eye level ovens, Smeg gas hob with extractor hood above, integrated freezer and double height larder fridge, provisions for dishwasher.

Utility

Range of units and work tops with inset sink, provisions for two washing machines, dryer and American style fridge/freezer. Vaillant boiler and cupboard housing the hot water tank and heating system. Double doors to the front garden. Bedroom 4 with windows to the side and rear overlooking the garden, deep storage cupboard and en-suite bathroom with window overlooking the garden. Shower room with corner shower, vanity unit, WC, heated towel rail and window.

Step Upstairs

From the Reception Hall stairs rise to the Galleried Landing with skylight, window overlooking the front garden and built-in cupboard with light. Bedroom 1 with windows stretching almost the full width of the room enjoying views over the front garden. Walk-in wardorbe and en-suite with panelled bath, shower cubicle, his and hers wash basins with drawers beneath and WC. Fully tiled walls and floor, picture window to the rear and two high level porthole windows. Bedroom 2 with dual aspect overlooking the gardens. En-suite with corner shower cubicle, wash hand basin with drawers beneath and WC. Tiled floor, heated towel rail and window overlooking the garden. Bedroom 3 with dual aspect enjoying views over the garden to Daddyhole Plain beyond. En-suite with corner shower cubicle, wash hand basin with drawers beneath and WC. Tiled floor, heated towel rail and window to the side.

Step Outside

The stunning gardens at Stone Court are a delight and have been carefully maintained by the current owners. The front gardens are beautifully landscaped with lawns surrounded by established shrub borders and wide wooden effect stone pathway leading to the raised sun terrace with oriental tiling. The wooden effect stone pathway continues around the side of the house to the rear garden, via a jungle walkway featuring a canopy of large leafy shrubs, stepping stones, enclosed gravelled garden and tranquil seating area. To the other side a pathway leads past a large 'Hartley Botanic' Greenhouse, a natural wildlife pond and wooden gate opening to the rear garden with substantial lawns and decked terrace with hot tub, an abundance of flowers, shrubs, trees and fruit trees.

Garaging & Parking

Stone Court is approached via a private driveway off Hunsdon Road leading to a parking forecourt providing ample parking for multiple cars, plus campervan/boat. Double electric gates open to a driveway with parking for several cars leading to the double garage with electric roller door, light, power, fitted units and work tops and side door to the garden.

Additional Information

Access - Wide steps to the front door.
Heating type - Gas Central Heating.

Services - Mains gas, electric, water and drainage.

Council tax band - F (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2024/2025 is £3,225.23
conservation area - Warberries, Torbay.

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 1QB. WHAT3WORDS - racks.float.descended.

Garden

Beautiful landscaped gardens & terraces.

Parking - Garage

Parking - Driveway