The Melba Guest House is situated in the very heart of the perennially busy seaside resort of Torquay, Devon and this beautiful Victorian Villa occupies a commanding position on Bampfylde Road with views over the cricket field and a short walk from the sea front, harbour, town centre and a very short walk to the main railway station. The Riviera Conference Centre and train/bus stations are nearby linking Torquay to the rest of the UK. Torquay is only a short drive to places like Dartmoor National Park, Dartmouth, Plymouth and the Cathedral city of Exeter with its International airport and M5 motorway linking all parts of the UK.

The business has been successfully operated for many years by a husband-and-wife team without the need of staff. A large amount of inward investment has ensured that the property is beautifully presented inside and out, which is reflected in the demand, fantastic customer reviews and income. Due to relocation, our clients have restricted their trading period to appx. 7 months per year but the turn-over could easily increase by opening for longer or simply utilising social media platforms. The property could easily acquire a liquor licence which would enable our clients to provide wine, beers or champagne on special occasions for the guests. Full hand -over / training will be provided to ensure a smooth transition and continued success.

ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES

Entrance over a large car park and with impressive front porch to

Vestibule

With original tiled flooring, this space has an umbrella stand and is ideal for hanging wet clothes/ boot storage. With glazed door to

RECEPTION / HALLWAY

A welcoming lovely reception hallway with a consul table for signing-in book, admin, stationary etc. With a contemporary chandelier and turning staircase to upper floor and doors to

CLOAK ROOM

With a WC, shower, and wash hand basin. (Owners use this for general storage)

LINEN CUPBOARD (under stairs)

A built-in storage cupboard for linen and general storage.

DINING AREA

A spacious dining area with 6 x tables, chairs, an extensive breakfast bar with a storage/buffet cupboard. There is wall art on the walls, ceiling chandelier, large wall mounted mirror and a floor to ceiling large window overlooking the terrace and the open fields beyond.

KITCHEN

The new contemporary large extensive kitchen was installed only recently with all the latest gadgets to make light work of the day-to-day breakfasts, and much more should you wish.

UTILITY AREA

This area is directly off the kitchen there is an extension to the kitchen and a utility area with washing, tumble, dish washer and door leading out to the owner’s private courtyard.

LETTING ACCOMMODATION

All rooms have recently been decorated to a high standard and are equipped with good en-suite facilities. The high standards of the rooms are complimented with up-to-date equipment including large LCD Digital Free view smart TV’s, hairdryers, fridges, complimentary beverage facilities, many have comfortable seating, bedside tables, chest of drawers and wardrobe facilities. The overall standard cannot be fully appreciated until viewing this guest house.

FIRST FLOOR HALF LANDING

ROOM 1
A single room with a single bed. The en-suite comprises of a shower, WC and wash hand basin. The bedroom has a window to the rear of the property.

FIRST FLOOR

ROOM 2

A double room with a King sized double bed. The en-suite comprises of a corner shower, level WC and wash hand basin. The bedroom has a window to the front of the property overlooking the open park and cricket field.

ROOM 3

A double room with a double bed. The en-suite comprises of a shower, level WC and wash hand basin. The bedroom has a window to the front of the property overlooking the open park and cricket field.

ROOM 4

A double room with a King sized double bed. The en-suite comprises of a shower, level WC and wash hand basin. The bedroom has a window to the front of the property overlooking the open park and cricket field.

ROOM 5

A double room with a double bed. The en-suite comprises of a shower, low level WC and wash hand basin. The bedroom has a window to the side of the property.

ROOM 6

A double room with a King sized bed and ceiling fan. The en-suite comprises of a shower, WC and wash hand basin. The bedroom has a window to the rear of the property.

OWNERS’ ACCOMMODATION

The owners’ 2 bedroom duplex accommodation is again beautifully presented with access either from the side of the property or via the business reception hallway.

LOUNGE / DINING ROOM

A large room which can easily accommodate a sofa suite, desk and table and chairs. To one side is an ornate fireplace with a marble surround which could accommodate an inset wood burner to provide cosy heat and atmosphere during the winter months. This room benefits from a large floor to ceiling window to the front which makes it bright and airy and also overlooks the terrace and open fields beyond.

BEDROOM 1

A large room with newly built in bedroom cupboards with a kingsize bed and a bay window overlooking the inner private courtyard.

BATHROOM

A newly installed bathroom with a double walk-in shower, WC and wash hand basin. The bathroom is beautifully presented.

Before the private staircase to the second bedroom, there are two doors to

-Access to the inner courtyard which is highly private and benefits from a small table and chairs and access to the rear Bath Lane.

-This door leads to the owners front private courtyard, which is ideal to store bikes, paddle boards and more. There is also a door leading out to the front of the property.

BEDROOM 2

Another good-sized bedroom with ample space for a double bed with windows facing to the rear and front of the house. (Currently used as a walk-in wardrobe).

OFFICE

An ideally located office which has a desks, chairs and ample storage facilities.

OUTSIDE

TERRACE

To the front is a delightful newly renovated terrace for the guests, with several palm trees and mature planting to the side. On the terrace are tables, chairs, parasols during the hot summer months creating a lovely welcoming first impression.

PARKING

A private enclosed tarmacked car park for 6 x vehicles.  Immediately opposite the property and surrounding roads is plenty of unrestricted free parking for the guests.

BUSINESS WEBSITE

www.melbahousetorquay.co.uk

LIQUOR LICENCE

The premises could easily acquire a liquor licence which would enable the new owners to sell wine, spirits, beers etc to guests only, they might request this on arrival for a special occasion or simply to enjoy a drink whilst sitting outside on the terrace.

CERTIFICATION

All the relevant gas, electricity and fire & safety certificates are up to date.

FIXTURES AND FITTINGS

All trade fixtures and fittings except for our vendor’s private inventory will be included in this sale. A full inventory will be provided prior to exchange of contracts. All stock will be sold at valuation on completion. No testing of these fixtures or any appliance has been undertaken by the agents, Ware Commercial.

SERVICES

Mains gas, electricity water, broadband and drainage are all connected. No testing of these services has been undertaken by the agents, Ware Commercial.

BUSINESS RATES

Please make enquiries on the local valuation website (VOA) at www.voa.gov.uk (currently the property is fully exempt from business rates because of small business rates relief)

TENURE

Freehold

VIEWINGS.

All viewings and enquiries are to be made through the agents, Ware Commercial.