Welcome to 70 Ilsham Road, Torquay, a charming and spacious detached type home with 3 bed in the TQ1 2HY area. This lovely residence, which comes with the freedom and stability of a freehold ownership, and sits comfortably in tax band .
This classic property was built 1900-1929 and has a reported internal area of 133.46 internal square metres
The neighbourhood is known for having good properties at a reasonable price -
with a market valuation of £478,500 and a rental potential of £3,110 per month,
,
it represents not just a residence but a worthwhile investment in a sought-after area.
You can discover more about this property by reading the Mouseprice attributes tables in the next section, or if you are the owner and would like to update this property, for example if you've built an extension, you can do so at the top of this page.
In addition to our own current description, this property has received a tailor-made description dated to Jun 4, 2012. It's possible the property has changed since then,
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"Nestled in the heart of the tranquil Ilsham Valley, one of Torquayn++s most prestigious residential locations, this MATURE DETACHED HOUSE has been a well loved home for our clients over thirty years. The living space remains similar to its original 1920s design and retains a cottage charm, although the sizeable plot provides potential to extend if required (subject to the usual permissions). The elevated rear gardens extend into the woodland behind, ideal for adventurous children or gardening enthusiast.
The property stands in an enviable position opposite and overlooking the scenic Ilsham playing field and Lincombe Woods which lead down to the beautiful Meadfoot Beach being just a short level saunter away. The popular amenities at Wellswood provide a village ambience with parade of shops, restaurants, pub, Church and highly regarded Primary School found at the top of the valley.
An early accompanied viewing is highly recommended.
Approach
- A mahogany hardwood panelled front door opens to the:-
Reception Hall
- with attractive white painted brick walls, cloaks recess with hanging rail and shelf over, radiator and Georgian paned door opening to the:-
Inner Hall
- with quarry tiled floor, double radiator, arched niche for display, burglar alarm control panel, telephone point and central ceiling chandelier lighting point. Hardwood panelled door to:-
Sitting Room
- 16' 0" x 13' (4.88m x 3.96m) - Attractive room with beamed ceiling and walk-in bay window enjoying a delightful outlook over the Ilsham Valley Green and woods beyond. Sliding double glazed patio doors open to the garden and sun terrace. Petitor marble fireplace and hearth and two wall light points.
Dining Room
- 16' 0" x 13' (4.88m x 3.95m) - Beamed ceiling, radiator, Period fireplace with oak mantelpiece, tiled return and cast iron hearth. Sliding double glazed patio doors to the Sun Terrace and garden. Interconnecting hardwood panelled door opening to the:-
Kitchen/Breakfast Room
- 12' 10" x 9' 9" (3.91m x 2.97m) - Fitted with a range of units comprising base cupboards and drawers with matching wall cabinets. Laminate working surfaces with inset stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap and single drainer. Inset four ring gas hob unit with matching Bosch stainless steel oven below and cooker hood over. Integrated fridge, space for breakfast table, radiator, quarry tiled floor and window overlooking the front garden. UTILITY AREA with housing for automatic washing machine and space for fridge. A timber plank door opening to the:-
Rear Lobby
- with doors to:-
Cloakroom
- with wash hand basin, tiled surround, radiator and window with obscure glass.
Separate W.C.
- with radiator, half tiled walls, electric control panel and window with obscure glass.
From the Reception Hall a staircase rises to the HALF LANDING with storage cupboards with timber panelled doors and sliding door to:-
Bathroom
- White suite of panelled bath with electric shower over and folding screen, pedestal wash hand basin. Part tiled walls, fitted bevelled glass mirror with shaver/striplight over, radiator and window overlooking the rear garden.
Separate W.C.
- with half tiled walls and window overlooking the rear garden.
Three steps lead to the main GALLERIED LANDING which is spacious and features a window overlooking Ilsham Green. Hardwood panelled doors to the separate rooms.
Bedroom 1
- 16' 1" x 12' 10" (4.90m x 3.92m) - Twin set of fitted wardrobes, telephone point, radiator and two windows overlooking the side garden and with a lovely vista of Ilsham Green and the woods beyond with a distant sideways glimpse of the sea.
Bedroom 2
- 16' 1" x 13' 1" (4.90m x 3.98m) - A twin aspect with windows overlooking the side and rear gardens. Twin fitted wardrobes with fitted dressing mirror and storage cupboard above. Recessed wash hand basin with tiled splashback and bevelled mirror with shaver/striplight over. Radiator.
Bedroom 3
- 10' 8" x 7' 8" (3.26m x 2.33m) - Twin windows with double aspect to Ilsham Green and the woods beyond. Fitted wardrobe and door to large walk-in airing cupboard with insulated hot water tank and slat shelving for linen storage. Radiator.
Garden
- Magnolia Cottage stands in a sizeable plot of land which has a south facing sloped aspect and is arranged in a series of tiered lawned areas featuring a mature Magnolia Tree and wide selection of shrubs and ornamental plants. Level flagstoned patio adjoining the property on the south side and is approached through the twin patio doors from the two reception rooms. The sizeable rear sloping lawned garden features ornamental shrubs including pittasporum and conifer. Steps leads to a natural woodland area which is included within the boundaries of Magnolia Cottage.
From the outside a door opens into an INTEGRAL BOILER ROOM housing the gas fired boiler supplying the domestic hot water and gas central heating.
Single Garage
- with brick constructions and pitched slate roof and is approached over a concrete driveway leading to the front of the house. Twin fluorescent lights, work bench area and power points.
Second Garage
- approached from road level.
Council Tax Band
- 'G'
Directions:
SAT NAV: TQ1 2HY. From our office in St Marychurch turn right at the traffic lights onto Babbacombe Road and follow for approximately two miles. Continue past the Palace Hotel and turn left into Asheldon Road. At the bottom of the hill turn left onto Ilsham Road and follow down the valley to the bottom green where No.70 will be found on the left hand side overlooking the green.
Property Ref:96_792_2586675"