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"A very spacious light and bright bungalow in a sought after location close to Wellswood. Over 2,500 sq ft of level & flexible space, 4 bedrooms (2 en suite), plenty of space throughout with large reception rooms and kitchen/breakfast room. well maintained level gardens with a lovely walled garden area, garage & parking. Internal viewing required to full appreciate amount of space this property offers. EPC Band D

SITUATION Situated at the end of a private road just off Ilsham Marine Drive, Shearwater benefits from a quiet and private location but is only a short distance from Wellswood village, where there is a parade of shops, cafes, restaurants and St Matthias Church.
 
Torquay is the heart of the English Riviera, famed for its mild climate and crystal clear waters interspersed with palm fringed sandy beaches. The harbour, with its large marina, palm trees and subtropical gardens, elegant Georgian terraces, as well as a myriad of bars and restaurants, one with Michelin-starred cuisine, remains the most attractive area.
 
Torquay is well connected with rail links to London via Newton Abbot, The county capital of Exeter and the M5 is now within easy reach thanks to the newly opened South Devon Link Road, where you will also find Exeter Airport with flights to a range of European and international destinations. DESCRIPTION This spacious, light and airy bungalow is set in a generous plot with well-maintained level gardens front and rear. The property has been extended in the recent past to almost double its size and now has over 2,500 sq ft of flexible accommodation all on one level, with the extension having beamed and vaulted ceilings giving a feeling of even more space. The house has a South Westerly orientation to make the most of the sun, and all of the rooms are generously sized with the dining and sitting room overlooking the gardens. There is even a sea glimpse towards Meadfoot beach. Of the 4 double bedrooms 2 are en suite. This property is ideal for those wanting a spacious home laid out over one level.
 
 
  ACCOMMODATION Entering into the light and airy hallway, which lead to the reception rooms and three of the four bedrooms, as well as the utility room/W.C, you immediately get the sense of the amount of space this property offers. At the centre of the house is the snug, with plenty of room for informal seating, with a feature Ashburton marble fireplace. Glazed double doors lead to both the kitchen/breakfast room and the sitting room. The kitchen has an extensive range of white fronted wall and floor units under a roll edge work top with two inset sinks. An island unit has further storage and is home to the gas hob with extractor hood over. Split Level double oven and grill, integrated fridge and freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and dryer. Glazed double doors lead to the dining room, another sizeable room with space for a large dining table and chairs with a window overlooking the garden. The sitting room is a lovely big room with plenty of light, thanks to the four automated Velux windows and French doors that lead to the sun terrace.
 
Bedroom one is accessed from the sitting room, benefits from an en suite bathroom with a walk-in bath, and overlooks the garden. Bedrooms 2, 3 and 4 are accessed from the hall. The family bathroom has direct access from bedroom 2 and the hall. Bedroom 4 is currently used as a study. GARDEN AND GROUNDS To the rear of the property is a wide paved terrace accessed from the sitting room, perfect for relaxing or al fresco dining. Steps lead down to a paved pathway that encompasses the lawn and edged by well stocked borders, trees and shrubs. At the far end is an attractive walled garden area (believed to have walls dating from the 12th century) which enjoys a high degree of privacy, mostly paved with a brick pergola, a lovely area to sit and relax in. The front garden is laid to lawn and surrounded by shrub borders with a path running to the front door, a tarmac driveway parking area leads to the single garage with a store room to the rear. Behind the garage and to the side of the property is a further paved area. SERVICES Mains drainage, water, electricity and gas. LOCAL AUTHORITY Torbay District Council, Town Hall, Castle Circus, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3DR. Tel: 01803 201 201.E-mail: fss@torbay.gov.uk. VIEIWNG ARRANGEMENT Strictly by prior appointment with Stags on 01803 200160. DIRECTIONS From Stags Torquay and the Harbour follow The Strand to the clock tower roundabout (Mallock Memorial), turn left onto Torwood Street and continue through the traffic lights up the hill towards Wellswood. Just before the pedestrian crossing turn right onto Ilsham Road and pass the parade of Shops and Kents Cavern on the right. Take the first left onto Ilsham Marine Drive. After a short distance take the second left into a private road, follow around a sharp left hand bend and Shearwater can be found on the left hand side. These particulars are a guide only and should not be relied upon for any purpose."