An Impressive Victorian Villa With Flexible Accommodation, Landscaped Gardens And Coastal Views

Higher Warberry House is a fine Grade II Listed Italianate style family home offering light-filled and versatile accommodation extending to over 9,000 sq ft. The property was built in [hidden information] and has been sensitively modernised by the current owners to combine the amenities of modern living whilst retaining a wealth of original features including high ceilings, large sash windows and intricate, ornate mouldings and cornicing. The property is set in an elevated position in a conservation area and enjoys outstanding views over its landscaped gardens and out towards the sea.

The reception hall provides a grand entrance to the property with detailed plasterwork, a chandelier light fitting and original archways leading through to the ground floor accommodation. The main reception room is the impressive drawing room and dining room which has two large south-facing canted bay windows with exceptional views over the garden, wooden parquet flooring and an original marble fireplace. There is room for both a seating and a formal dining area, making the space ideal for entertaining. There is also an additional sitting room which also benefits from a large bay window and an original marble fireplace with an Art Nouveau style copper inset. Further welcoming reception space is offered through a snug, games room, music room and a useful study. Additionally on the ground floor, the kitchen/breakfast room is a bright and airy space which features plenty of storage in pear-wood finish units to base and wall level, black granite worktops, a large central island, an Aga and modern integrated appliances. A utility and pantry adjoin the kitchen providing further space for storage and appliances. The ground floor accommodation is completed by two
cloakrooms, a built-in sauna and an additional W. C. A large cellar provides further space for storage and is also currently used as a workshop and wine room as well as housing the boiler room.

A staircase with a mahogany handrail rises to the first-floor accommodation where there is a half landing with a feature arched window that overlooks an atrium providing a wealth of natural light. Upstairs there are four generous and well-presented double bedrooms. The principal bedroom enjoys a large bay window with extensive views and benefits from an en suite bathroom and a dressing room. One further bedroom also has access to an en suite bathroom via a Jack and Jill entrance, while the first floor also has a family bathroom. Also on the first floor is the guest suite which provides self-contained accommodation including a sitting room, a fully equipped kitchen/dining room, a kitchenette/laundry room, two double bedrooms one with en suite and a family bathroom. The guest suite provides versatile accommodation with opportunities for multigenerational living or income potential subject to obtaining the necessary consents.

Local Authority: Torbay Council
Services: Mains electricity, water and drainage. Gas fired central heating.
Council Tax: Band H
Tenure: Freehold
Wayleaves and easements: The property is sold subject to any wayleaves or easements, whether mentioned in these particulars or not.
Guide Price: £2,500,000