Property for sale in Wells BA5, 4 Bedroom

Built in the 1930's and extended over the years it underwent a comprehensive program of refurbishment in 2011 which included re-wiring, re-plumbing, re-plastering, new kitchen and sanitary ware throughout. Enjoys a good sized plot with ample parking to the front and a south-facing garden to the rear.

Accommodation

Originally built in the 1930's this substantial house has been extended over the years and underwent a comprehensive program of refurbishment in 2011 which included re-wiring, re-plumbing, re-plastering, a new kitchen and sanitary ware throughout with re-configuration of the accommodation to provide four double bedrooms (all with en suites). The property enjoys a good sized plot with ample parking and turning to the front and a south-facing garden to the rear.

An open entrance porch opens into a generous hallway with a custom made Canadian oak staircase to the first floor with a Karndean wood effect floor which continues through into the dining room with a feature electric fire and bay window. At the rear of the house is the sitting room with a feature Minster hamstone fireplace andFrench door leading onto the garden. Of particular note is the lovely dining kitchen/living area with a stylish range of high gloss wood-effect units topped with granite work surfaces with integrated appliances including a "Neff" induction hob with extractor hood over, double electric oven/grill with warming tray, integrated microwave, dishwasher, tall larder fridge and an undercounter freezer. Beyond the kitchen area is a spacious dining/sitting space which currently accommodated two sofas as well as a sizeable table. Off the kitchen is a utility room and a cloakroom beyond.

On the first floor there is a master bedroom with built-in wardrobe and two further double fitted wardrobes with a generous en suite with twin wash hand basins, double ended bath, W.C. And double shower cubicle. The other three bedrooms all have an en suite bathroom or shower room, two have built-in storage. Television points are throughout all of the bedrooms.

Of particular note is the gas fired central heating and hot water system which feeds two separate hot water tanks (both with immersion heaters) supplying hot water to different en suites and the heating can be zoned separately for the ground floor and first floor. All of the ladder back towel radiators can be operated by either electric or the heating system.

Outside

To the front of the property there is a large area of tarmac driveway providing parking and turning for a number of vehicles and giving access to a garage/store with an electrically operated door, power and light. Raised flower beds. Gated side access. Well screened to the front with a retaining stone wall. Outside lighting. Extending to 50' (15.2 m) in length.

To the rear of the property is a south-facing level garden with a large terrace to the immediate rear of the property leading onto a lawned garden. Outside lighting. Water tap. Garden shed. The rear garden extends to 70' x 45' (21.3m x 13.7m).

Location

Wells is the smallest city in England and offers a vibrant high street with a variety of independent shops and restaurants as well as a twice weekly market and a choice of supermarkets including Waitrose. At the very heart of the city is the medieval Cathedral, Bishop’s Palace and Vicars’ Close (reputed to be the oldest surviving residential street in Europe).Bristol and Bath lie c. 22 miles to the north and north-east respectively with mainline train stations to London at Castle Cary (c.11 miles) as well as Bristol and Bath. Bristol International Airport is c.15 miles to the north-west. Of particular note is the variety of well-regarded schools in both the state and private sectors in Wells and the surrounding area.

Directions

From Wells city centre follow signs for Cheddar A371 onto the Portway. The property can be found on the left hand side just as you proceed up the hill behind a stone wall with the number displayed. A for sale board is displayed.