Guide price
£340,000
(£390/sq. ft)
2 bed semi-detached bungalow for sale
Gard Close, Barton, Torquay TQ2Freehold
2 beds
1 bath
1 reception
872 sq. ft
EPC Rating: D
Key information
Tenure
Freehold
Council tax band
C
About this property
Guide: £340,000 to £350,000
Standing at the End of a Tranquil Cul-de-sac
Semi-detached Bungalow
Spacious Two-bedroom Layout
Ample Driveway Parking
Level, Enclosed & South-facing Rear Garden
Desirable Watcombe Park Area
Easy Access to South Devon Highway
Description
Nestled at the end of a tranquil cul-de-sac, this semi-detached bungalow boasts a contemporary and spacious two-bedroom layout with potential for extension. Offering ample driveway parking and a south-facing garden, the property provides an ideal blend of comfort and opportunity.
Positioned in the desirable Watcombe Park area on Torquay's outskirts, the bungalow benefits from being part of a well-established residential community. Local shops on Barton Hill Road are just a short stroll away. In addition, the comprehensive amenities of The Willows, including numerous national retail chains, are easily accessible. Nearby schools, such as Watcombe Nursery & Primary School, Mayfield, and Coombe Pafford, add to the location's convenience. Within close proximity is Watcombe Beach and the stunning coastal footpaths, which offer a delightful seaside experience.
The area is well-served by local bus routes, enhancing transportation options. Torbay Hospital is situated under two miles from the property, and the South Devon Highway provides excellent connectivity to Newton Abbot, with its mainline railway station, and the regional city of Exeter, ensuring smooth travel links.
Council Tax Band: C (Torbay Council)
Tenure: Freehold
Entrance
Entrance to the property is granted through a double-glazed composite door featuring an obscured glass pane and side window, leading into the inner porch and reception hall. The reception hall, with its white walls, contrasting natural wood door frames, and skirting boards, is elegantly finished with waterproof wood laminate flooring.
Living Room
From the reception hall, a natural wood glazed internal door leads into the living room. Continuing the theme from the reception hall, the living room features matching waterproof wood laminate flooring. This room is bright and spacious, enhanced by a large box bay window that offers a pleasant view of the front.
Kitchen
The kitchen is seamlessly connected to the reception hall by a natural wood glazed door, which is complemented by waterproof wood laminate flooring. The kitchen boasts a range of iron grey wall and base units, topped with square-edge countertops and complemented by a tiled splashback. A one-and-a-half sink and drainer are situated beneath a double-glazed window, offering a pleasant view of the rear garden. The kitchen is well-appointed with an integrated countertop induction hob beneath an extractor hood, an integrated dishwasher, a built-in eye-level oven, and a built-in fridge/freezer. Additionally, an internal glazed door leads to the utility room, enhancing its functionality.
Utility Room
Situated at the rear of the property and adjacent to the kitchen, the utility room offers convenient space and plumbing for a stacked washing machine and tumble dryer. This room also provides access to both the driveway and the rear garden through double-glazed doors.
Bedroom One
A generously sized double bedroom, boasting a double-glazed window with a front aspect view and a radiator situated below. The room provides ample space to accommodate all essential bedroom furnishings, ensuring a comfortable living environment.
Bedroom Two
This spacious double bedroom features a double-glazed window to the rear aspect, with a radiator beneath it. The room offers ample space for all necessary bedroom furniture, ensuring comfort and functionality.
Bathroom
This modern bathroom features a sleek three-piece suite, including a bathtub with a mains rain shower overhead and a handheld shower attachment. It is enclosed by a glass mirrored shower screen surrounded by elegant wall tiling. The bathroom also includes a vanity unit with a wash basin on top and convenient storage space beneath. A low-level WC is situated beneath an obscured double-glazed window, ensuring privacy. The bathroom is further enhanced by partial wall tiling, a wall-mounted heated towel rail, and matching waterproof wood laminate flooring, all contributing to a refined and cohesive aesthetic.
Garage
The garage is accessible via a remote-controlled roller door from the driveway or a double-glazed pedestrian door from the rear garden. It offers ample space for additional parking if required and features electrical sockets for added convenience.
Outside
To the front of this property, a block-paved driveway offers ample off-street parking for up to three vehicles. A shared driveway extends to the garage, providing convenience. The rear garden, which has been meticulously maintained and landscaped by the current owners, features a harmonious blend of paved areas and lush lawn. Thoughtfully designed planting areas, adorned with decorative stone, enhance the garden's aesthetic appeal, creating a serene outdoor space.
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Daniel Hobbin Estate Agents