Museum Road, Torquay, TQ1 1DW
Listed 24 Feb 2026 · price reduced 13 Jul 2026 · Torquay
How the price compares
Key features
- LARGE VERSITILE HOUSE
- DETACHED
- TUCKED AWAY CENTRAL LOCATION
- LARGE LEVEL GARDEN
- PRIVATE PARKING
- THREE FLOORS
- UTILITY ROOM
- LARGE KITCHEN/DINER
About this home
HS Owen Estate Agents are proud to present this substantial and exceptionally versatile detached residence, enviably positioned just moments from Torquay Harbour. This impressive home offers an abundance of beautifully proportioned accommodation arranged over three floors, presenting a rare opportunity to acquire an elegant coastal residence of remarkable flexibility and scale. Perfectly suited to large or multi-generational families, lifestyle movers or those seeking adaptable living arrangements, the property blends character, practicality and generous proportions throughout. Upon entering the ground floor, you are welcomed by a spacious open reception hall incorporating an inviting snug area — a superb central hub that immediately sets the tone for the home. The elegant bay-fronted living room provides a refined yet comfortable setting for relaxation, whilst the impressive bay-fronted kitchen/dining room offers an ideal environment for both everyday family life and entertaining on a grander scale. Further enhancing the ground floor is a utility room and a second sitting room, which could equally serve as a ground floor bedroom if required. Three additional highly adaptable rooms provide exceptional flexibility, whether utilised as bedrooms, reception rooms, home offices or hobby spaces. Two benefit from adjoining WCs, while a third enjoys its own en-suite bathroom. A well-appointed family bathroom completes this level. The lower ground floor provides excellent ancillary accommodation, including a storage room, open storage area, bathroom and a substantial multi-purpose room. This expansive space would lend itself perfectly to a private cinema room, gymnasium, additional bedroom suite or further reception area, depending on individual requirements. Occupying the top floor are four well-proportioned bedrooms, including a principal bedroom with en-suite facilities. A stylish family bathroom serves the remaining rooms, and one of the bedrooms further benefits from a dedicated dressing room, adding both refinement and practicality.
Externally, the property continues to impress. To the front, a generous driveway provides ample off-road parking for multiple vehicles. To the rear lies a truly spectacular level garden — a rare and highly desirable feature in this coastal setting. Lovingly cultivated and thoughtfully developed over many years, the garden enjoys an expansive lawn bordered by mature planting and a vibrant array of decorative shrubs and flowers. At the foot of the garden, a charming pond and established chicken coop create a distinctive lifestyle element rarely found so close to the waterfront. A home of genuine substance and adaptability, positioned within one of Torquay’s most sought-after coastal settings, and early viewing is highly recommended.
The property occupies a prime waterfront position in Torquay, just a short and level stroll from the vibrant harbourside, renowned for its excellent selection of restaurants, cafés, boutique shops and leisure amenities. The Strand provides convenient public transport links with regular bus services connecting to a variety of destinations, while Torquay railway station is approximately one mile away along the scenic seafront. Torquay is celebrated for its picturesque coastline and wealth of attractions, including the Princess Theatre, Kents Cavern and Babbacombe Model Village. A variety of beaches cater for both those seeking relaxed seaside enjoyment and water sports enthusiasts alike, and the town proudly hosts annual powerboat racing events. The South Devon Highway provides improved connectivity to the A38, offering a convenient route to Exeter in approximately 30 minutes, making the property ideally positioned for both coastal lifestyle and onward travel.
Entrance Hall
Living Room 12' 10'' x 19' 10'' (3.91m x 6.04m)
Kitchen/Dining Room 13' 3'' x 25' 2'' (4.04m x 7.66m)
Open reception hall 17' 2'' x 11' 11'' (5.23m x 3.63m)
Second Sitting Room 10' 9'' x 9' 8'' (3.27m x 2.94m)
Office 11' 11'' x 8' 2'' (3.63m x 2.49m)
En-suite WC
Bedroom Five 11' 3'' x 13' 5'' (3.43m x 4.09m)
En-suite
Bedroom Six 10' 6'' x 12' 6'' (3.20m x 3.81m)
En-suite WC
Bathroom
Utility Room 6' 11'' x 16' 6'' (2.11m x 5.03m)
Lower Floor Hallway
Storage Room
Open Storage Space
Reception Room/Bedroom 10' 11'' x 18' 2'' (3.32m x 5.53m)
Bathroom
First Floor Landing
Bedroom One 14' 9'' x 13' 7'' (4.49m x 4.14m)
Master En-suite
Bedroom Two 11' 4'' x 14' 9'' (3.45m x 4.49m)
Bedroom Three 10' 6'' x 12' 6'' (3.20m x 3.81m)
Bedroom Four 11' 4'' x 8' 10'' (3.45m x 2.69m)
Family Bathroom
Property details
- Property type
- Detached
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
Floorplan
Location
Arrow keys move the map, Shift with an arrow moves it further, plus and minus zoom, Home returns to the first view.
1 on this map
- Torquay Station1.0 mi
- Torre Station1.3 mi
- Paignton Station2.8 mi
What nearby homes sold for
Median sold prices in TQ1 over the last 12 months: flat £150k · terraced £220k · detached £595k · semi-detached £297k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Museum Road Torquay TQ1 1DW | Terraced Freehold | 29 May 2026 | £280,000 |
| Flat 1, Brunswick Heights, Museum Road Torquay TQ1 1DW | Flat Leasehold | 30 Apr 2026 | £250,000 |
| 44 Museum Road Torquay TQ1 1DW | Terraced Freehold | 24 Apr 2026 | £400,000 |
| Marine Walk, 2, Brunswick Mews Torquay TQ1 1DW | Semi-detached Freehold | 10 Feb 2026 | £268,000 |
| Flat 5, Kinlacey Court, Museum Road Torquay TQ1 1DW | Flat Leasehold | 30 Aug 2024 | £110,000 |
| Garage And Parking Space At, 2 Kinlacey Court, Museum Road Torquay TQ1 1DW | Other Leasehold | 12 Apr 2024 | £15,000 |
Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in TQ1
Buying costs
Estimates only, using rates in force from April 2025. Check GOV.UK, Revenue Scotland or the Welsh Revenue Authority and speak to a mortgage adviser before you offer.
Listed by HS Owen, Torquay on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 24 Feb 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 13/07/2026.
Agent disclaimer
Disclaimer - Property reference 12819507. The information displayed about this property comprises a property advertisement. Rightmove.co.uk makes no warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of the advertisement or any linked or associated information, and Rightmove has no control over the content. This property advertisement does not constitute property particulars. The information is provided and maintained by HS Owen, Torquay. Please contact the selling agent or developer directly to obtain any information which may be available under the terms of The Energy Performance of Buildings (Certificates and Inspections) (England and Wales) Regulations 2007 or the Home Report if in relation to a residential property in Scotland.
Similar homes nearby
Lower Woodfield Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 2JY














