Upper Alvista - Spacious apartment stunning views across Torbay
Cottage with 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, Garden
A spacious 3 bedroom apartment, sleeps 5/6. Large balcony with panoramic sea views. Just 180 yards from Institute beach. Close to the town centre and harbour. Private parking.
Upper Alvista is a large 3 bedroom apartment occupying the whole of the upper floor of a converted 1930s detached house. It is set in its own grounds with professionally landscaped secluded gardens bordered by trees, and containing palms and a variety of shrubs. It is located in Livermead bay, just 180 yards from Institute beach and close to Torquay Seafront and town centre.
The property benefits from sea views from most rooms, some to Berry Head, views from hallway to harbour and has contemporary neutral décor with high quality contemporary furniture in the lounge and a hand-made Cherry kitchen.
Living Information: Open plan living / dining area with sea views to the front and garden views to the side. Furnished with 2x three sofas, coffee table and gas living flame fire. 42" wall mounted plasma TV with Freeview and DVD/CD player. A selection of CDs, DVDs, videos and books.
Kitchen: The kitchen has been hand made in Cherry and comprises an electric oven and grill, gas hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher. Utensils and accessories include a microwave, kettle, toaster and cafetiere. Breakfast table and 2 chairs over looking the garden. A vacuum, ironing board and iron are in the hall cupboard.
Dining: Situated within the living area there is a solid oak table with 6 matching chairs.
Sleeping: Bedroom one A large and light bedroom that benefits from a large bay window with sea views acorss the bay and Berry Head. Furnished with a double bed, 2 bedside tables both with lamps, fitted wardrobe with plenty of storage, TV, coffee table and 2 stools.
Bedroom two: A large and light bedroom that benefits from patio doors leading out onto the balcony and sea views acorss the bay and Berry Head. Furnished with a double bed, 2 bedside tables both with lamps, wardrobe, 3 drawer chest, and mirror.
Bedroom three: Views to the rear garden. Furnished with a single bed, bedside table with lamp, wardrobe, a 1x three drawer and a two drawer chest. There is also an extra z-bed for a 6th guest.
Bathroom: A white bathroom suite comprising a bath with electric shower over, wash basin, w.c., mirror and heated towel rail. There is a shaver point in bedroom one. Additional w.c. in hall.
Outside: Balcony from bedroom two with table and chairs and sea views across Torbay. Landscaped garden and terrace with large grassed area and a mix of flowering evergreen shrubs and palms. Wooden patio table with chairs and parasol. Parking for 2 cars.
Facilities for this holiday cottage in Torquay, South West
Property
Type:
Cottage
Nearest Airport:
Exeter
Nearest Port:
Plymouth
Nearest Beach:
Torquay miles
Nearest Golf Course:
Torquay miles
Location Type:
Beach Holiday, Fishing Nearby, Golfing, Good Nightlife, Horse Riding, Near the sea, Town, Watersports
Bedrooms:
1 Double Bedroom, 1 Twin Bedroom, 1 Single Bedroom.
Children Welcome, Not Suitable For Wheelchairs, Not Suitable For Elderly, Sorry - No Pets Allowed, Sorry - No Smokers.
Local activities in and around Torquay, South West
The heart of the town is the harbour which is lined with cafes, bars and restaurants; a great place to watch the world go by. From here, take a pleasant stroll along the marina with the area’s trademark palm trees, or hop on a boat for a cruise across the bay or round to Dartmouth. The Living Coasts, The Princess Theatre and Pavilion shops are also located here. Torquay is rich in Victorian architecture and identity as the country’s first ‘resort’.
Torquay is host to many more attractions, including Babbacombe Model Village, Kents Cavern, Torquay Museum. Or take a trip back through time to Cockington Village where thatched roofs prevail and watch a blacksmith working in the 14th Century forge.
Those looking for a beach will not be disappointed either. Torquay is the ‘sandcastle capital of the UK’ offering the ideal mix of sand and water, according to research conducted by Bournemouth University. With five Torquay beaches currently holding Blue Flag Awards for cleanliness and quality, you really are spoilt for choice.
Rental rates for this cottage
Price Per Week
Quoted In
Approximately equivalent to
UK Pound
Euro
US Dollar
19 Jul - 30 Aug 2008
£1103.00
€1213.30
$1654.50
31 Aug - 12 Sep 2008
£711.00
€782.10
$1066.50
13 Sep - 26 Sep 2008
£630.00
€693.00
$945.00
27 Sep - 3 Oct 2008
£583.00
€641.30
$874.50
4 Oct - 24 Oct 2008
£554.00
€609.40
$831.00
25 Oct - 31 Oct 2008
£638.00
€701.80
$957.00
1 Nov - 19 Dec 2008
£486.00
€534.60
$729.00
20 Dec - 2 Jan 2008
£993.00
€1092.30
$1489.50
Rental Notes: - A deposit of 1/3 of the total price is required to secure a property. The balance is due six weeks before arrival. - For bookings arriving within 6 weeks, payment must be made in full by debit or credit card. - Only Saturday to Saturday bookings (or Friday – Friday where stated) are accepted in July and August. - Short breaks (min. 3 nights) are accepted at other times of the year unless otherwise stated. - A non-refundable £15 booking fee is applicable to all bookings. - All properties are non-smoking, though smoking is permitted in outside areas. - Pets are accepted in certain properties where stated.
Availability of Upper Alvista
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Owner joined site on:
03 January 2008
Property listed since:
17 July 2008
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