Preston Down Road, Preston

Introduction

Conveniently positioned between Torquay and Paignton, this distinctive U-shaped home offers over 3,700 sq ft of flexible accommodation, including a fully self-contained two-bedroom annexe, a large garage/workshop, and planning permission to extend. Set within 1.35 acres of private, level gardens, the property combines easy access with a sense of retreat, once you enter through the gates and into the courtyard, you're in your own world. This is a wonderful opportunity for those looking for a multigenerational home or home with income.

Inside

The heart of the main house is an open-plan kitchen and dining space with a slate floor, curved vaulted ceiling, range-style cooker, and integrated appliances all centred around a contemporary Swedish-style wood burner. Steps lead down to the generous principal bedroom suite, complete with French doors to the front garden, a dressing room, and an en suite with twin basins, a walk-in shower, and freestanding bath.

Upstairs, the main reception room spans the width of the house, featuring vaulted ceilings, exposed stonework, a gas fire, and a mezzanine library/study accessed via a spiral staircase. A second desk area sits at the opposite end. From this room, stairs lead down to the second bedroom, which opens directly onto the central courtyard. A family bathroom and utility/drying area complete the main house.

Across the glazed Linney walkway is a the self-contained annexe, originally the second barn, and arranged over two floors. On the ground floor is a cloakroom, spacious open-plan kitchen, living and dining space with doors out to the garden. Upstairs are two double bedrooms and a bathroom. This gives a wonderful opportunity for those needing additional space for multigenerational living or for those wanting to generate income through renting out or holiday letting. Planning permission has previously been granted to extend the annexe's ground floor, creating an even larger living area that would open up beautifully towards the garden.

Outside

Electric gates lead from the road into a brick-paved courtyard providing ample parking and access to a large (approx. 70 sqm) garage/workshop. The south-facing level garden is lawn with fencing and some mature boundary planting. The land then slopes down to the far boundary which backs on to Occombe Woods. In total the whole plot extends to 1.35 acres.

Location

Situated between Torquay and Paignton, this property offers superb access to both the coastline and nearby countryside. Just moments away are the woodland trails of Occombe Woods and Scadson Woods, ideal for walking, running, or just enjoying nature. Occombe Farm Café, set at the edge of the woods, is a well-loved spot for coffee or lunch.

A short drive away is the historic village of Cockington, with its thatched cottages, craft studios and big country park, while just down the hill from the house lies Preston Sands, a sandy, family-friendly beach popular for swimming and paddleboarding. The road to the beach offers beautiful panoramic views across Torbay, stretching from Torquay to Brixham.

The property is ideally placed for access to both town centres, each offering a wide range of shops, cafés, restaurants and schooling including two Grammar schools. Torquay and Paignton railway stations provide direct links to London via Newton Abbot, and the South Devon Highway ensures quick road connections to Exeter, the M5 and beyond.

Useful Information

Tenure: Freehold

Local Authority: Torbay Council

Council Tax: Band G – £4,701 annually for 2025/26

Services: Gas central heating; mains electricity, water & drainage

Mobile Signal: Limited to Likely indoors and Likely outdoors according to OFCOM Mobile Checker

Broadband: 17MBPS Download Speeds according to OFCOM Broadband Checker

Flood Risk: Very low long-term risk from rivers, sea, surface water or groundwater – GOV.UK checker

Agent Note: Planning permission reference P/2022/0820 has been granted for a housing development on the neighbouring field (see torbay.gov.uk for details)

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