Summary - Layton House Asheldon Road, TQ1 TQ1 2ER
2 bed 1 bath Retirement Property
Comfortable first-floor living with onsite support and social facilities.
- Purpose-built retirement apartment for residents aged 65+
Quiet, well-equipped and purpose-built for over-65s, this two-bedroom first-floor apartment in Layton House offers comfortable retirement living in Torquay’s sought-after Wellswood area. The former show home benefits from generous living space, two double bedrooms (one with built-in wardrobe and Juliette balcony) and a fitted kitchen with integrated appliances — furnished if required. On-site facilities include an owners’ lounge and coffee bar, guest suite, lift, buggy storage and a resident lodge manager for day-to-day support.
Practical conveniences extend to off-street parking, communal landscaped gardens, a 24-hour digital emergency alarm system and secure video entry. The apartment sits in a modern, well-maintained block with B-rated EPC and excellent broadband and mobile coverage — useful for families who visit and for staying independent at home. The lease has 117 years remaining and the development allows sub-lets, holiday lets and pets with permission.
Be clear about ongoing costs: the property is leasehold with an above-average service charge (£5,700pa) and ground rent (£300pa). The service charge covers building insurance, communal upkeep, a contribution to the contingency fund, shared driveway and the community heating scheme. This is a practical, low-risk option for downsizers who prioritise security, communal amenities and an active retirement setting rather than a completely independent, low-cost ownership model.
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