luxury houses with sea view for sale Torquay, United Kingdom

Rockhill is an exceptionally characterful six-bedroom semi-detached part thatched costal residence, of considerable charm and provenance, understood to be among the oldest homes in the village. Rich in atmosphere and history, the property beautifully combines its period origins with generous, versatile accommodation and a wonderfully relaxed coastal setting. The owners advise that Rockhill began life as a farm and that parts of the house may date back to the late sixteenth century, with exposed oak beams thought to resemble timbers used in the nearby Village Inn. The property was later acquired by the Reverend Peregrine Ilbert, who in the 1830s converted the barn element into living accommodation, shaping much of the home as it is enjoyed today. Distinctive details, including the round windows to the principal bedroom, are said to incorporate the wooden wheels of his honeymoon carriage, while further features throughout the house speak to Rockhill’s fascinating and layered past. Accommodation Rockhill offers beautifully arranged accommodation extending to six bedrooms, providing a rare combination of character, flexibility and scale. The ground floor is centred around a welcoming sitting room, rich in period charm and ideal for quieter moments, together with an elegant dining room opening out to the garden via patio doors. The kitchen/breakfast room is a generous and practical space, well suited to modern family life and informal dining, while the ground floor is further complemented by a utility room and cloakroom. On the first floor, the bedroom accommodation is both spacious and adaptable. The master bedroom is a particularly impressive room, enjoying delightful views towards the sea and a charming ensuite shower room. A second ensuite bedroom adds further comfort for family or guests, while the remaining bedrooms are served by a family bathroom. A further highlight of the house is the upper-level studio/playroom, a wonderfully versatile space with outstanding views, ideal as a creative room, snug, games room or home office. Throughout, Rockhill retains a special sense of heritage, with intriguing architectural details and features that reflect its long history, including an early family photograph in the hall, carved wooden heads said to have been brought back from Malaysia, and a staircase believed to have originated from a ship. Outside The gardens at Rockhill are a particular delight and provide an enchanting setting to the house. Beautifully established and full of seasonal colour, they offer the charm of a classic Devon garden, with cherry blossom and mature planting creating a peaceful, picturesque backdrop. Private patios provide ideal spaces for outdoor dining, morning coffee or an evening glass of fizz in the sunshine, while the gentle sense of shelter and birdsong adds to the tranquillity. From the garden and various seating areas, there are lovely views towards the sea, giving the outside space a distinctly coastal feel. In addition, the property benefits from a substantial detached garage, providing excellent storage or workshop potential. Overall, the gardens and grounds complement the house perfectly, inviting and wonderfully suited to both relaxed everyday enjoyment and entertaining. Location Rockhill is situated in the highly regarded coastal village of Thurlestone, within a sought-after area of the South Hams, a location long favoured for its combination of natural beauty, quality leisure amenities and refined coastal lifestyle. Thurlestone is known for its sandy beach, dramatic coastline and access to the South West Coast Path, while the village is also home to the well-regarded Thurlestone Hotel, offering spa, leisure and dining facilities, together with the popular Village Inn and the renowned Thurlestone Golf Club with its striking coastal setting. Kingsbridge lies nearby for a broader range of everyday amenities, independent shops and services. The result is a wonderfully balanced setting, peaceful and scenic, yet exceptionally well placed for enjoying the very best of South Devon’s high-quality coastal amenities and leisure opportunities. Services Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected. Oil-fired central heating. Agents Note Rockhill has a proven track record of being a successful holiday let. Accounts information available upon request. Agent Note 2: We may introduce buyers and sellers to our panel of carefully selected Conveyancers, Mortgage or surveyor services. The choice to use their services is entirely yours. If you opt to proceed, please be aware that we will receive an average referral fee of £120-£200 (including VAT) from the firm for the introduction. These firms have been chosen based on their strong local reputation and proven track record of excellence. 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Wild Winds represents a rare opportunity to acquire an exceptional private lifestyle estate in one of North Devon’s most desirable coastal countryside settings. Extending to approximately 6,500 sq ft, this impressive six/seven-bedroom contemporary barn conversion combines outstanding scale, privacy and entertaining space with proven income potential, all within easy reach of the region’s renowned beaches. Currently operating as an established luxury holiday letting business, with trading figures available on request, Wild Winds offers considerably more than a substantial private residence. It presents a compelling lifestyle and investment opportunity, appealing equally to those seeking a landmark family home, a coastal retreat with income or a distinctive property from which to build a successful hospitality business. The property is set within beautifully landscaped gardens and grounds extending to approximately three acres, enjoying sweeping views across the surrounding countryside towards the sea beyond. The grounds provide excellent privacy, generous space for outdoor entertaining and the potential for equestrian use, creating a wonderfully secluded setting in which to relax, entertain and enjoy the North Devon lifestyle. Arranged over two floors, the accommodation has been thoughtfully designed for contemporary luxury living. At the heart of the home is a spectacular open-plan living, kitchen and dining space, creating an impressive yet welcoming environment for family life, entertaining and holiday guests. Expansive proportions, high-quality finishes and carefully considered design combine to create a home of genuine presence and distinction. The first floor features a superb principal suite with its own private terrace, providing an idyllic retreat from which to enjoy the surrounding landscape and coastal views. The remaining bedrooms are equally well appointed, with five ensuite facilities supporting both comfortable family living and the property’s successful operation as a luxury holiday let. Further accommodation includes a dedicated playroom and a flexible media and playroom with a wall-mounted television, offering excellent potential to create a dedicated home cinema. These versatile spaces reinforce Wild Winds’ appeal as a property designed for relaxation, entertainment and memorable stays, while allowing future owners to adapt the accommodation to suit their own requirements. An Exceptional Additional Opportunity Available by separate negotiation is a neighbouring barn benefiting from planning permission for a further substantial contemporary conversion of approximately 7,500 sq ft, subject to confirmation from the approved plans. The consent is understood to have been secured under previous Class Q regulations and represents an increasingly rare and valuable planning asset, with comparable permissions likely to be considerably more difficult to obtain under current regulations. Importantly, the neighbouring barn is not included within the principal sale of Wild Winds and its approximately three acres. Instead, it provides an additional opportunity for a purchaser wishing to create the ultimate private estate, develop a second substantial residence, establish further guest accommodation or explore a wider commercial proposition, subject to the relevant consents and individual requirements. Additional adjoining land may also be available by separate negotiation, further enhancing the flexibility and long-term potential of the wider estate. Wild Winds is therefore not simply a large coastal home. It is a highly unusual and versatile proposition: a private country estate, a luxury entertaining house, a proven holiday letting business and, for those wishing to expand, an opportunity to acquire a neighbouring development project of exceptional scale and rarity. Opportunities offering this combination of lifestyle, income, privacy and future potential are seldom available in the North Devon market.

THE OLD FARMHOUSE The Old Farmhouse is the original home at Hillsborough and offers a rare blend of period character, generous proportions and a remarkable coastal setting. This Grade II listed Cornish stone cottage occupies a south facing position and enjoys a wonderfully balanced layout across two floors, with rooms that feel both welcoming and practical for everyday life. Traditional features run throughout, including original slate flagstone flooring, exposed beams and an inglenook fireplace, giving the house a strong sense of heritage and warmth. At the heart of the home, the kitchen and breakfast room combines everyday function with a striking outlook, opening the house to far reaching views of the sea and coastline. A separate dining room adds to the sense of occasion, while two reception rooms provide flexibility for family life, entertaining or quieter retreat. One of these rooms opens through glazed doors to the garden, creating an easy connection between inside and out. A utility room adds useful support space, and there is further versatility on the ground floor for those seeking the option of an additional bedroom. On the first floor, four spacious bedrooms continue the feeling of comfort and proportion, with one enjoying particularly attractive sea views. A family bathroom serves the bedroom accommodation, while the overall arrangement allows the house to suit both permanent living and extended family occupation with ease. The outside space is a major part of the appeal, with the farmhouse enjoying a south facing front garden and a wonderfully open relationship with its coastal surroundings. Access is from the western side via a shared approach with The Hayloft, where there is generous parking for both properties together with a garage and a utility room to the rear. To the rear, a large, enclosed lawn has been carefully maintained and provides an excellent setting for outdoor dining, family use or simply enjoying the outlook. Two separate sea facing patio areas create distinct places to sit and take in the views, one reached from the kitchen and breakfast room and the other from the living room. Together they give the house a strong sense of privacy, shelter and connection to the landscape, with the ocean and coastline providing an ever-changing backdrop. Services: Mains Electricity and Water. Oil Fired Central Heating. Private Drainage. THE HAYLOFT The Hayloft is a beautifully finished detached barn conversion, recently converted to a high standard and designed to make the most of its exceptional position. The accommodation is arranged in reverse style, allowing the principal living space to fully enjoy the sea and countryside views, and giving the home a bright, open and uplifting feel throughout. The first floor is especially impressive, with a vaulted open plan living room extending the full length of the building. This is a space with real impact, combining scale, character and comfort in a way that suits both everyday living and entertaining. A log burner with an attractive brick surround provides a natural division between the kitchen and dining area and the sitting area, helping each part of the room feel connected yet distinct. The overall effect is one of warmth, openness and effortless flow. On the ground floor, the sleeping accommodation is well arranged and generous in scale, comprising two double bedrooms, one with its own ensuite, together with a twin bedroom and a family bathroom. The layout gives the property a practical versatility for family occupation, guests or holiday use, while the overall standard of presentation ensures the house feels ready to enjoy from the outset. The Hayloft is approached via a shared drive with parking for several vehicles, giving both convenience and a strong sense of arrival. To the rear, a sunny patio provides an ideal space for outdoor dining or relaxed afternoons in the sun, with the setting making full use of the natural shelter and orientation. Beyond this, a private enclosed lawned garden extends the lifestyle appeal of the property and frames the far-reaching outlook beautifully. From here, the views take in the ocean, the rugged Cornish coastline and the surrounding countryside in a way that feels both open and peaceful. The outside space complements the internal layout particularly well, creating a home that is as enjoyable outdoors as it is within. Services: Mains Electricity and Water. Oil Fired Central Heating. Private drainage. THE BOATSHED The Boatshed has been sympathetically converted from a former barn to create a self-contained studio of real character and quality. Set apart from the main farmhouse, it enjoys a greater sense of independence while still benefiting from the wider appeal of the setting. The interior is arranged as an open plan living space, with the kitchen, sitting area and bedroom space brought together in a way that feels calm, practical and surprisingly spacious. Exposed beams add warmth and texture, while floor to ceiling glazing draws in the landscape and gives the studio a strong visual connection to the sea and countryside beyond. The overall finish is of a high standard, with the design allowing the setting to take centre stage. It is a space that feels considered and atmospheric, equally suited to peaceful personal use or welcoming guests in comfort. The Boatshed is approached via its own private driveway, giving it a distinct sense of separation from the other buildings. Separate parking adds to this independence, while a footpath leads to the property itself. To the rear, an elevated terrace makes the most of the dramatic outlook, with wide reaching views across the Cornish countryside to the sea. A coastal inspired patio garden provides an attractive and manageable outdoor space that sits naturally within its surroundings. The result is a setting that feels private, scenic and deeply connected to the landscape. Services: Mains Electricity and Water. Electric Central Heating. Private Drainage. Seller's Insight Standing at the kitchen sink watching a peregrine falcon circling looking for prey you feel as though you are a million miles away from the real world yet civilisation is right next door. We love the fact that there’s a different scene from every window and when our neighbour brings his sheep to the fields you also get free entertainment. Boscastle feels like a link to the past with its centuries’ old customs house (now the Cobweb Inn) and Elizabethan harbour wall. In summer watching dogs play in the river and children diving and swimming in the harbour it feels like an excerpt from a Rosamund Pilcher book. In the winter it’s more reminiscent of Daphne Du Maurier. Boscastle is also one of the friendliest villages in the country and people are happy to help you if they possibly can; one word of advice – the landlord of the Cobweb Inn knows anyone and everyone and is the first port of call for advice.

This superb home has been upgraded and extended to provide a comfortable and high spec family home with the ability to earn income via the annexe, or for a dual occupancies. As well as being of the highest quality, including a Stoneham kitchen who hold the Royal Warrant for supplying goods and services to the Royal Households, the property is economical to run with air source heating and solar panels. You are greeted by a entrance with cupboard either side this leads into the Play Room with a further spacious hallway with vaulted ceiling, stairs to the first floor with neat under stair fitted storage. Off the hall is the ground floor cloakroom and a door that leads through to the impressive open plan living/kitchen/dining room which has defined zones. The living area has bi-fold doors onto a deck where you will find the sunken hot tub and beyond this is a further area of garden in which to enjoy the evening sun. A further sitting room is accessed via the play room or living area which leads to a ground floor bedroom with en-suite, this could lend itself to a separate annexe/Airbnb. The dining area follows off the living area and has a built-in bar with display cabinets and wine/beer fridges under. There are sliding doors from here onto the southerly hillside garden. The marble dining table, made by Steve Bristow is included within the sale. The kitchen is opposite to the dining area with the Stoneham kitchen and has integrated appliances including a third wine fridge, dishwasher, microwave, oven and integrated Wolf Teppanyaki Grill/Hot Plate to the island unit. The work surfaces are Carrara Marble and integrated into the island unit is a handy Kaelo champagne/wine cooler. Perfect when entertaining. In addition there is a built-in Sonos speaker system in the kitchen. A discreet sliding door from the kitchen leads to the utility/laundry room. On the first floor, the window on the landing enjoys fantastic views towards the sea. The first bedroom has a vaulted ceiling and a Juliette balcony enjoying the views to the sea and towards Lundy Island and over the village and countryside in the distance. There are also two further bedrooms on the left hand side which would both take a double bed. To the right hand side of the landing is the family shower room and main bedroom which has been fitted with wall to ceiling units consisting of wardrobes, drawers and hidden entertainment/TV cupboard. Doors open up to a Juliette balcony to enjoy the hillside views to the rear. The master bedroom also benefits from an open en-suite with Lusso stone freestanding bath, walk-in shower, WC and vanity unit. Outside the property is approached off Withywell Lane, via a private shared lane to 4 properties and this property is found at the far end of the lane. As you approach, you will see the timber clad double garage with Sedum roof with hardstanding in front, this has an electronic door with access via an App on your phone and can take up to a T5 sized camper/van. There is further parking on the drive and to the right of this drive is a formal garden on the hillside with attractive flower beds, borders, trees and shrubs. As mentioned above, there is also an additional garden on the sea side of the property with deck having a sunken hot tub as well as Easigrass area off the deck. There is a further are of garden beyond this with greenhouse and plant room etc.

This stunning, immaculately presented semi-detached Victorian Villa is truly exceptional and likely the best of its kind currently on the market. It exudes character, charm and original period features and enjoys outstanding, far-reaching views over the town, the picturesque harbour, Lantern Hill and Damien Hirst’s ‘Verity’ statue, Hillsborough, and across the Bristol Channel to the Welsh coastline beyond. The property offers spacious, light-filled rooms throughout, ideal for a larger family or those seeking versatile accommodation as there is annexe potential on the lower ground floor making the property ideal for those with an elderly or dependent relative or multi-generational living. The beautifully landscaped gardens and grounds spanning approximately 0.14 acres are perfect for outdoor entertainment, with space for al fresco dining, barbecues, and lazy afternoons soaking in the superb sea and coastal views. The property is conveniently located near local amenities, just 1/2 mile from the high street and a leisurely stroll to the sea front and harbour with the recently completed Water Sports Centre and Lime Kiln Cafe/Bar en route. The schools for all ages are within easy reach as is the town's Tesco supermarket too. For dog walkers, there is nearby Hillsborough which enjoys some breath-taking coastal scenery and an abundance of meandering footpaths. Local beaches at Rapparee and Hele Bay are close by with the famous 'Tunnels' Beaches with their hand-cut Victorian tunnel access and sea water pool are also on hand. The town has plenty of facilities on offer and there is easy access to Barnstaple, which is North Devon's main trading centre, where there are many of the big name shops, a rail link to Exeter which joins the major stations in London, and direct access on to the main A361 North Devon Link Road which joins the M5 at junction 27. Inside, there is a delightful welcome upon entering the property through the charming large entrance porch/conservatory with its original mosaic tiled floor. This is a fabulous place to sit and relax with a morning coffee! The spacious entrance hall leads to a choice of fantastic reception rooms and has an impressive staircase leading to the first floor with an ornate spindle balustrade. The lounge is a superb 21ft x 15ft room and you are immediately drawn to the full height bay window at the rear which perfectly frames the stunning views over the town to the harbour, Hillsborough, the Bristol Channel and Welsh coastline. A delightful original cast iron and tiled fireplace with a marble surround and mantle over provides a focal point to the room, flanked by shelved alcoves, with further features including the decorative coving an ornate light rose. Across the hallway is the 19ft x 14ft formal dining room which has an equally impressive original period features including a captivating fireplace and a large bay window. The spacious kitchen/diner benefits from the sea views and is well-equipped with space for a range style in a tiled recess. There is space for casual dining and a separate utility room adds convenience. Moving to the first floor, a large light-drenched landing connects to four generous-sized bedrooms. The main bedroom is another fabulous room which allows captivating sea views directly from the bed! There are two further double rooms and a single room, a family bathroom and separate toilet completing this level. The lower ground floor offers further accommodation and it is this area of the property that could be ideal for an annexe area if required. There is plenty of versatility here but at present the accommodation is arranged with two large double bedrooms, both with well-appointed en suite facilities. The property also caters for various lifestyle needs and has its own gym, which would also make a great cinema room, as well as an office, perfect for those who live and work from home. Outside, the property has considerable kerb-appeal with an attractive stone fronted facade with sliding-sash windows preserving the character and appeal of this period home. The roof has been recently recovered and energy efficiency is high on the agenda with 6kw solar PV panels in place, with battery storage, providing a supplement to the electricity supply. This helps considerably with the overall running costs of the building, of course. At the front of the house there is a tarmaced hardstanding which provides space for 2/3 vehicles. There is also a small gravelled front sitting area with a flower bed border enjoying a sunny southerly aspect. Access from one side of the property leads via steps down to the fantastic and beautifully landscaped rear garden which is a superb feature of the property with no expense spared in ensuring outdoor living is as comfortable and convenient as the quality of the inside of this outstanding home. There are a number of sizable terraced areas of the garden, each with their own purpose and enjoyment. The top level comprises a large paved patio which stretches across the rear of the house and is home to the hot tub which sits under a Pergola and is carefully positioned to take full advantage of the panoramic views. Moving through the garden there is colourful, low maintenance planting with a variety of shrubs bushes and trees and a spacious coloured gravelled patio area, perfect for sunbathing and relaxing afternoons. Further on, a large lawned area of garden provides further amenity space and a circular patio - a perfect spot for a picnic table alongside the attractive Copper Beech tree. The lower tier provides the outdoor entertaining area and garden kitchen and is great for those who love outdoor living. This large paved area has feature attractively tiled circular bench seating with a central firepit with slate surround and an adjacent hammock-laden pergola sitting alongside the outdoor kitchen area with space for the barbecue and fitted slate worksurfaces. Attractive stone-built walls enclose this area which is a fabulous spot for al fresco dining, parties and evening barbecues. For convenience, throughout the garden there is outside lighting and power points. This wonderful property offers an outstanding opportunity not to be missed. Internal viewing is essential to fully appreciate the size, facilities, and quality this home has to offer.