Property description
An exceptionally comfortable and appealing house in a popular area. The accommodation includes: Entrance Porch, Sitting and Dining room, Kitchen/Breakfast room, WC/Utility Room, 4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms. Gas central heating. Off road parking. Rear outhouse and mature garden with a terrace and lawn.
62 SOUTHOVER, CATHEDRAL CITY OF WELLS, BA5 1UH
About the Area
Wells is the smallest city in England (population about 11,000) lying in beautiful countryside between the Somerset Levels and the Mendip Hills - an Area of Outstanding Natural Beaut. Wells medieval centre has local markets twice a week, good restaurants, a thriving high street and many important ancient buildings, including the Cathedral and moated Bishops Palace and gardens. There are four major supermarkets on the edge of the city. Wells Leisure Centre has the usual facilities of gym and swimming pool to add to Wells Rugby Club, Tennis club, Bowling club and Golf course. Throughout the year Wells hosts festivals for Music, Literature, Art and Food, and has twinned links with Burgundy, the Rhineland and Northern Italy. There are many societies and clubs for those who would like to join a diverse social community.
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The major towns of the area, Bristol, Bath, Taunton and Yeovil are all within commuting distance. There are excellent state & independent schools in the area which include several good primary schools, Wells Blue School, Strode College, Wells Cathedral School, All Hallows, Downside and Millfield.Wells is a transport hub for bus services, including daily services to London. Main line trains run from Castle Cary and Highbridge, both 25 minutes drive. Bristol International Airport is 35 minutes drive away.
Accommodation
Southover lies on the southern side of Wells away from busy main roads. In recent years the house has been extensively improved to an excellent standard and has accommodation (with gas central heating with radiators) including a porch opening into the 25ft. sitting and dining room which has 2 windows, a fireplace with an inset living flame gas fire, large storage cupboard and wall lights. The inner hall has the staircase, a part-glazed door to the rear courtyard and a door into the kitchen and breakfast room. This has a dual aspect with recessed lights, an extensive range of kitchen units including floor, wall units and dresser units, concealed lighting, work surfaces, 2 bowl sink unit, tiled splashbacks, appliances including a range cooker, extractor, integral dishwasher and fridge/freezer. Also off the inner hall is the cloakroom/utility room with recessed ceiling lights, wc, hand basin, sink unit, plumbing facilities and an extractor.
First Floor
The first floor landing leads to bedrooms 2 and 3 both being to the front of the house and having fireplaces and radiators. The 4th bedroom looks to the rear garden, has a built in cupboard and is currently used as an office.The family bathroom has recessed ceiling lights, wc, hand basin, double ended bath, separate shower cubicle, extractor fan, ladder back radiator/towel rail and the airing cupboard with the gas boiler and hot water cylinder. The staircase rises to the second floor landing which has a velux roof light and opens to the main bedroom which has sloping ceilings, a dual aspect, recessed lights and 2 large velux windows which make it very light and airy. At the end of the bedroom is an en suite shower room with recessed lights, wc, hand basin, shower, extractor fan and ladder back towel rail/radiator.
Outside
At the front of the house is parking space whilst at the rear of the house is a courtyard with outside lighting, a store shed and steps up to a terrace and a charming, good size lawned garden bounded by a stone wall and a beech hedge. The rear extends to 80'0\" maximum x 27'6\" (24.38m x 8.38m).
Directions
DRIVING - From our office turn right down St John Street and at the junction turn right. Continue to Southover and the property can be found on the right hand side.
Important Notice
Roderick Thomas, their clients and any joint agents state that these details are for general guidance only and accuracy cannot be guaranteed. They do not constitute any part of any contract. All measurements are approximate and floor plans are to give a general indication only and are not measured accurate drawings. No guarantees are given with regard to planning permission or fitness for purpose. No apparatus, equipment, fixture or fitting has been tested. Items shown in photographs are not necessarily included. Purchasers must satisfy themselves on all matters by inspection or otherwise. VIEWINGS - interested parties are advised to check availability and current situation prior to travelling to see any property.
Property Features :
- An exceptionally comfortable and appealing period house
- Set in a popular residential area on the southern side of Wells
- Generous accommodation
- 25ft Sitting and Dining Room
- Large master bedroom with shower room