LOT
17

Four Seasons, 547 - 549, Babbacombe Road, Torquay TQ1 1HQ

Sold for £330,000

About this property

A unique opportunity to purchase this iconic former hotel which is now in need of a programme of refurbishment. This sizeable property has accommodation set over three floors, terraced seating area to the front and balcony to the first floor, a small courtyard area to the rear with steps leading up to the detached garage and parking area. The property would lend itself to a variety of uses including the conversion into a number of apartments, subject to any requisite consents, upon which interested parties must make and rely upon their own enquiries of Torbay Council Planning Department.

Location

Babbacombe Road enjoys views over Torwood Gardens and is in proximity of local tourist attractions including the Torquay Museum, Living Coasts, Dinosaur World and the marina. Torquay is set at the heart of the English Riviera and forms the central hub of Torbay, with its beautiful coastline and sandy beaches the town remains a popular residential area being readily commutable to both Exeter and Plymouth and tourist destination.

Ground Floor

Entrance foyer, former bar area, rear hallway with lift to all floors, rooms 1- 6, two wc’s, former kitchen, store room, second entrance hall. Half landing to two store rooms.

First Floor

Landing, rooms 7 – 31 (four rooms having balcony access), two bathrooms and two wc’s.

Second Floor

Landing, rooms 32 - 42, store room.

Outside

Patio seating terrace to the front of the property with views of Torwood Gardens and sea glimpses, rear courtyard area with steps leading up to the detached garage and car parking area.

Notes

The floor plan provided is for guidance purposes only as some internal walls may have been removed/adjusted for remedial works to be carried out. Viewing is strictly by prior appointment only and at the viewers own risk. A disclaimer form will be required to be signed at the viewing appointment - failure to do so will result in entry being refused.

THIS PROPERTY WILL NOT BE SOLD PRIOR TO AUCTION.

EPC

Energy Efficiency Rating - Exempt

Council Tax - Disbanded

Auction Valuer

Wendy Alexander

Viewing

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Four Seasons, 547 - 549, Babbacombe Road, Torquay TQ1 1HQ

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Both the guide price and the reserve price can be subject to change up to and including the day of the auction.

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