Welcome to 14 Oxlea Road, Torquay, a charming and spacious detached type home with 3 bed in the TQ1 2HF area. This lovely residence, which comes with the freedom and stability of a freehold ownership, and sits comfortably in tax band F.
This classic property was built 1950-1966 and has a reported internal area of 139.03 internal square metres
The neighbourhood is known for having good properties at a reasonable price -
with a market valuation of £471,250 and a rental potential of £3,063 per month,
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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 Jan 21, 2011. It's possible the property has changed since then,
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"Set in an enviable position on the prestigious wooded hillside of The Lincombes, this DETACHED MARINE VIEW RESIDENCE takes its name from the FINE SEA VIEWS enjoyed into Lyme Bay. 'Over Lyme' has been a well loved home for our clients for over seventeen years and our Company now have the pleasure of finding a new owner for this delightful property.
Oxlea Road is well placed for access to Torquay's town centre, bustling harbourside and yacht marina with deep water mooring facilities and a wide variety of leisure activities available. The ever popular amenities at Wellswood are located at the base of the hill providing a village ambience with a selection of shops, bistro restaurants, Church, Primary School and pub.
An early accompanied viewing is highly recommended for this quality home located within one of Torbay's most sought after residential districts.
Entrance Porch
- A PVCu double glazed sizeable Entrance Porch leads to a heavy wooden panelled inner door with obscure glazed sidescreens opening to the:-
Reception Hall
- arranged in a U shape design with generous storage cupboard with ample hanging rail and shelving space. Coved ceiling, telephone point and multi glass paned doors leading to the principle rooms.
Sitting Room
- 15' 11" x 12' 0" (4.86m x 3.67m) - with dual aspect with wooden framed leaded light window to the front elevation and PVCu double glazed picture window enjoying the most beautiful outlook across the private gardens, surrounding area and directly into Lyme Bay and the stretching coastline. Coved ceiling with central ceiling rose, wall light point, television point and two radiators. Feature fireplace with surround and mantel and marble hearth with living flame effect electric fire.
Dining Room
- 12' 11" x 12' 1" (3.94m x 3.69m) - Wooden framed single glazed leaded light window to the front elevation, coved ceiling, radiator and fitted storage cupboard with shelving.
Kitchen
- 12' 4" x 10' 11" (3.76m x 3.33m) - Fitted with a modern range of beech effect fronted units comprising base cupboards and drawers with matching wall cabinets. Roll edged working surfaces with complimentary tiled splashbacks and inset one and a half bowl sink unit with mixer tap and single drainer and additional water purifying system. Integrated double oven, four ring electric hob and integrated fridge. Fitted bar/breakfast table matching the working surfaces. Inset ceiling downlighters. Stable door giving access to the attractive rear gardens and PVCu double glazed window again enjoying the fabulous views into Lyme Bay.
Study/Bed 4
- 8' 10" x 7' 10" (2.69m x 2.39m) - Wooden framed single glazed leaded light window to the front elevation, two fitted storage cupboards, one housing the tripswitch consumer unit and electric meter. Coved ceiling with central ceiling rose, wall mounted heater and telephone connection.
Bathroom
- Fitted with a light suite of panelled bath with twin handgrips, shower attachment taps and folding shower screen, wash hand basin with central mixer tap and storage cupboards beneath, bevelled mirror with overlight and side cabinet. Fully tiled walls, shaver point, radiator, airing cupboard with factory lagged cylinder and immersion heater, inset ceiling downlighters and circular domed skylight.
Separate W.C.
Master Bedroom
- 15' 11" x 10' 11" (4.86m x 3.33m) - PVCu double glazed window once again enjoying the wonderful views across the private garden to the sea at Lyme Bay. Comprehensive selection of fitted bedroom furniture incorporating wardrobes, overhead cupboards, side cabinets and glass shelving. Coved ceiling, radiator and door to the:-
En-Suite Bathroom
- Fitted with a modern white suite of corner curved shower cubicle with glazed screens, wash hand basin with central chrome mixer tap and storage cupboards beneath, fitted mirror with overlighting and shaver point, close coupled WC. Chrome heated ladder towel rail and obscure PVCu double glazed window.
From the Reception Hall a staircase rises to the FIRST FLOOR LANDING with deep Oriel window being PVCu double glazed and enjoying some of the finest views from the property over the private garden across the surrounding area taking in the fields of Ilsham Valley to Walls Hill and the sea at Lyme Bay. Coved ceiling and doors to the separate rooms.
Bedroom 2
- 15' 2" x 10' 4" (4.63m x 3.15m) - with parts of the room having gently sloping ceilings. Deep Oriel window being PVCu double glazed and enjoying the fine outlook. Fitted double wardrobe with sliding doors, access to eaves storage, loft access hatch and radiator.
Bedroom 3
- 11' x 10' 7" (3.35m x 3.22m) - with parts of the room having gently sloping ceilings. Deep Oriel window being PVCu double glazed and enjoying the fine outlook. Fitted triple wardrobe with mirror fronted doors and access to eaves storage.
Bathroom
- Suite comprising panelled bath with twin handgrips, pedestal wash hand basin and close coupled WC. Radiator and wooden framed leaded light single glazed window to the front elevation.
Garden
- The rear gardens are well planned over gentle tiers mainly laid to lawn with a wide selection of flowers and shrub borders. Mature hedged boundaries, outside water tap and Pitched Roof Garden Shed and timber compost store. From the gardens the open views across the sea can be enjoyed. Further garden store underneath the raised patio in front of the kitchen. Arched gateway leads to an access around the side of the property where a door leads to the UNDERHOUSE CELLARAGE/STORAGE with Utility Provisions with restricted head height. Working surfaces and stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap and single drainer with storage cupboard beneath. Space and provisions for automatic washing machine and a Worcester Green Star floor standing gas fired boiler.
To the front of the property is a pillared entrance with driveway parking for two vehicles and the gardens are mainly laid to lawn with hedged and walled boundaries. Manual external sun blinds to the study and dining room providing shelter from the sunshine. From the parking area double gates open to a tarmac driveway leading to the:-
Single Garage
- 15' 9" x 7' 9" (4.81m x 2.37m) - with up and over door, power and lighting and windows to the rear enjoying beautiful sea views to Lyme Bay.
Council Tax Band
- 'F'
Directions:
- From Torquay's Harbourside (keeping Hoopers department store on left hand side) turn left at the clocktower into Torwood Street. At the traffic lights turn right into Meadfoot Road and continue up the hill until you reach the cross roads. Turn left into Higher Woodfield Road. Turn second right into Middle Lincome Road and bear left around the corner taking the second right turn into Haldon Road. Continue to the end of Haldon Road and cross over Higher Lincombe Road into Oxlea Road. No.14 stands on the right hand side after the horse shoe bend.
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