4 bed detached house for sale

Torquay, South Devon TQ2

Set on the hillside above the picturesque Cockington Country Park, this fine detached house has been thoughtfully extended, redesigned, and comprehensively refurbished to create a simply stunning family home for our clients own occupation. A striking feature is the extensive kitchen/family room complete with vaulted ceiling and wide sliding doors and picture windows seamlessly connecting the terracing and garden. The versatile living space equally divides the bedrooms between the two levels, enabling one level primary living if needed.

High Rydd is enviably positioned in one of Torquay's prestigious locations close to Torquay's Sea Front and Cockington Country Park which covers circa 460 acres of woodland, lakes and meadows. Local 'village' shops at Walnut Road are a short saunter away, whilst Torquay's Train Station is equally accessible, just one stop from the main line Newton Abbot with direct links to most major cities. A selection of highly regarded schools, including nationally recognised Grammar Schools are within a few miles distance.

EPC Rating: C

Step Inside

A composite door opens to the entrance porch with tiled floor and inner oak door to the spacious reception hall with pale oak effect durable flooring, cloaks cupboard and window. The sitting room is a beautiful room featuring a natural stone fireplace housing an Aarrow log burner, bespoke fitted cupboards and shelving, picture window to the front. Glazed double doors lead through to the impressive kitchen/dining/family. The kitchen is beautifully appointed with comprehensive units, granite work tops with sink unit, and tiled floor. Neff built-in double oven and grill, integrated dishwasher, and fridge/freezer. Central island with induction hob and downward extractor. The family/dining area enjoys a vaulted ceiling with three Velux rooflights and wide triple sliding doors seamlessly linking the extensive terrace and garden beyond. Separate utility with matching units to the kitchen, ceramic sink, additional fridge and freezer, window overlooking the garden and door to the side.

Ground Floor Office, Bedrooms & Bathroom

Study/office with loft access hatch and patio doors opening to the terrace and garden beyond. To bedrooms are equally divided between the two levels, with two double bedrooms to the ground floor.
Family bathroom with double ended bath and wall mounted shower attachment, walk-in double shower with body spray and rain head, vanity unit and WC. Part tiled and part wainscot panelled walls, wood effect tiled flooring, heated towel rail and obscure glazed window. Laundry room with comprehensive storage, work tops with double ceramic sink, provisions for washing machine and tumble dryer, heated towel rail.

Step Upstairs

From the Reception Hall a staircase with oak newel posts, spindles and handrails rises to the First Floor Landing with wide picture windows overlooking the surrounding area and taking in the wooded hillsides and fields above the Cockington Country Park. Principal bedroom with character sloping ceiling and Velux rooflights with fitted blinds to the front, and picture window overlooking the rear garden and surrounding area. Extensive fitted furniture including wardrobes with central mirror fronted doors and dressing table. En-suite with double shower, vanity unit and WC. Fully tiled walls, heated towel rail and obscure glazed window. Further double bedroom with dual aspect having a window to the front overlooking the surrounding area and window overlooking the rear garden towards the Warberries hillside. Family bathroom with bath with shower attachment taps, walk-in double shower, vanity unit and WC. Generous fitted storage and window enjoying the open views over the rear garden.

Step Outside

An extensive tiled terrace connects with the family room, having gentle central steps leading to the main lawn. The garden is fully enclosed with mature hedging and fenced boundaries, and a particular attribute being the bespoke garden studio, currently utilised as a home office space with adjoining patio. To the front, sliding gated access opens to the block paved driveway with electric vehicle charging point and garage with personal door to the rear.

Additional Information

Access: Stepped access.
Heating: Gas Central Heating with underfloor heating in the kitchen, utility, office, laundry and two main bathrooms (not en-suite).
Services: Mains electric, gas, water & drainage
conservation area: Chelston, Torquay.
Council tax band - E (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2025/2026 is £2,859.80.
Broadband & mobile – We are advised that Standard, Superfast & Ultrafast broadband is available in the area via Openreach & Virgin Media with mobile signal limited (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: TQ2 6PN. WHAT3WORDS: Rural.fussy.champions.
Travelling along Torquay sea front (Torbay Road A379) heading towards Paignton, turn right at the Grand Hotel into Rathmore Road. Bear left shortly after the train station remaining on Rathmore Road. Turn left into Walnut Road and continue up over the hill and pass through the shopping area. On reaching St Matthews Church, bear right heading around the green on St Matthews Road, and at the top of the hill turn left into Herbert Road. At the end of Herbert Road bear left to join Seaway Lane, and the property stands on the left hand side.

Garden

Large rear garden.

Parking - Garage

Parking - Driveway