Martinique Gardens, Torquay, TQ2

Nestled within an exclusive private cul-de-sac at the top of The Willows, this exceptional three-bedroom detached home forms part of a select development of just five properties. Built in 2022 to custom specifications set by the current owners, this residence boasts superior design and high-end finishes, ensuring a home of both style and substance.

Designed with sustainability in mind, this eco-friendly property holds an outstanding energy efficiency rating of 94 (A). Fully electric and without a gas supply, it features an advanced air source heat pump for heating and air conditioning, complemented by solar panels, making it highly cost-effective to run.

Externally, the property enjoys ample parking with a tarmac driveway and an integral garage, while visitor parking is also available within Martinique Gardens.

Inside, the home is presented in pristine, turn-key condition with contemporary finishes and a thoughtfully designed layout, offering a seamless blend of comfort, efficiency, and modern living.

Tucked away within an exclusive development of just five distinctive homes, this property enjoys a desirable residential location with excellent accessibility. Wren Retail Park, offering a variety of shops and amenities, is within easy reach, while highly regarded grammar schools and Torbay Hospital are also conveniently close by. The property benefits from superb transport links via the nearby ring road, providing direct routes to Newton Abbot, Exeter, and the surrounding areas. Furthermore, Torquay's vibrant town centre and stunning seafront are only three miles away.

Council Tax Band: D (Torbay Council)
Tenure: Freehold
Parking options: Driveway, Garage, Off Street
Garden details: Enclosed Garden, Private Garden, Rear Garden
Electricity supply: Mains, Solar
Heating: ASHP, Solar
Water supply: Mains
Sewerage: Mains
Broadband options available at the property include:
* Standard broadband (7Mbps download, 0.8bps upload).
* Superfast broadband (80Mbps download, 20Mbps upload).
* Ultrafast broadband (not available).


Entrance
Accessed via a crisp white staircase, the entrance to this property is marked by an obscured yet stylish double-glazed door. Once inside, you are greeted by an elegant reception hallway featuring Luxury Vinyl flooring. A built-in cupboard with an oak door offers useful storage and features a convenient hanging rail. Further along the hallway, a wall-mounted central heating radiator provides warmth, while a staircase with an oak handrail and crisp white balustrades leads both to the first floor and lower ground level, enhancing the home's elegant design.

Living room
As part of the open-plan living space, the living room showcases contemporary design , with matching Luxury Vinyl flooring. A double-glazed window at the rear allows natural light to filter in, complemented by a radiator beneath. A notable feature of this inviting space is the sleek bio-ethanol burner, offering the charm and warmth of a traditional wood burner, yet with modern efficiency and style.

Kitchen/diner
This spacious kitchen/dining area maintains the bright and open layout. Large double-glazed bi-fold doors open onto the rear garden decking, creating a sense of space and connection to the outdoors. The kitchen is fitted with a stylish range of muted blue shaker-style wall and base units, complete with a complementary countertop and matching splashback extending up the walls, enhanced by under-counter lighting. A suite of integrated appliances includes an eye-level double oven, induction hob beneath a stylish extractor hood, fridge/freezer, eye-level microwave, and dishwasher. The porcelain one-and-a-half sink with drainer adds practicality. In the dining area, two elegant pendant lights serve as both an attractive focal point and functional lighting feature.

Bedroom two
Located on the ground floor, bedroom two is a spacious and light-filled double bedroom, featuring a Juliet balcony with a glass balustrade accessed via double-glazed French doors. This well-positioned balcony offers spectacular views of the surrounding area. The room benefits from a built-in wardrobe with a hanging rail and is finished with Luxury Vinyl flooring, ensuring both style and practicality.

Bedroom three
Also situated on the ground floor, bedroom three is a generously sized double bedroom, beautifully presented with ample natural light. Two double-glazed windows, one positioned to the side and the other to the front, provide brightness, while a central heating radiator ensures warmth and comfort. Luxury vinyl flooring continues the home's cohesive design, contributing to the room's inviting and modern feel.

Bathroom
A stunning and well-appointed four-piece bathroom suite is positioned on the ground floor, featuring large-format part-tiled walls and decorative patterned ceramic tiled flooring. An obscured double-glazed window to the side aspect allows natural light to filter in while maintaining privacy. The suite comprises a contemporary freestanding bathtub with a sleek mixer tap and handheld shower attachment. A navy blue shaker-style vanity unit, with a pair of round top-mounted basins and complemented by sleek chrome faucets, enhances the luxurious feel. Above the vanity, elegant wall-mounted light fixtures with brass fittings showcase vintage-style filament bulbs. Completing the suite is a spacious double shower cubicle with a rain shower and handheld attachment. It also has a low-level WC, and a wall-mounted ladder-style heated towel rail.

Bedroom one
Ascending to the first floor, the master suite is a bright and expansive bedroom. It benefits from bespoke built-in wardrobes that follow the contours of the roofline. An air-conditioning unit is wall-mounted for climate control, while additional storage is available in the eaves. With three Velux windows, there is plenty of natural light filling the room, which comfortably accommodates a double bed and a dedicated dressing area.

Bedroom one - en-suite
The en-suite bathroom enhances the suite's luxury, featuring a contemporary freestanding bathtub with a brass tap and handheld shower attachment. A modern wall-mounted vanity unit with a stylish wash basin bowl and brass mixer tap sits beneath elegant, brass-finished light fixtures. Additionally, a low-level WC and a wall-mounted brass heated towel rail complete the en-suite, which is finished with large-format tiled walls and Luxury Vinyl flooring. A built-in cupboard discreetly houses the unvented hot water cylinder, designed to efficiently distribute hot water generated by the air source heat pump.

Utility room
Descending to the lower ground floor, a well-equipped utility room offers practical functionality with a design that mirrors the kitchen's aesthetic. Matching shaker-style wall and base units provide ample storage, complemented by a durable countertop and tiled splashback. Under-counter lighting enhances the workspace, which includes a stainless-steel sink with a drainer. Space and plumbing are available for a washing machine, alongside an under-counter fridge/freezer. Luxury vinyl flooring continues here, and an oak door provides access to the integral garage, further adding to the convenience of this space.

Garage
A spacious and practical garage designed to accommodate one vehicle while offering additional storage. An automatic roller door provides convenient access from the driveway, while power and lighting ensure functionality. The garage is equipped with an electric car charging point and water supply. Additionally, as part of the property's eco-conscious design, it houses a solar power control switch, allowing homeowners to manage energy distribution from the solar panels. An external generator connection point further enhances home reliability, providing backup power during outages. This well-equipped space adds practicality and reinforces the property's sustainability commitment.

OUTSIDE
The front of the property boasts a spacious tarmac driveway, offering ample parking and easy access to the integral bin store, ensuring a neat and clutter-free frontage. A well-defined side access staircase from the driveway leads to the rear garden.

The rear garden is a thoughtfully designed, low-maintenance retreat, suitable for relaxation and entertaining. A composite decking area, accessed via large bi-fold doors from the kitchen, provides a stylish and durable outdoor seating area. A gravel pathway gracefully divides the well-maintained lawn, leading to a secluded pergola-covered seating area-an ideal spot for al fresco dining or unwinding with guests. Raised planting beds and carefully placed greenery enhance the aesthetic appeal, offering an elegant backdrop to this contemporary and energy-efficient home.