Property description
An outstanding large, contemporary property with great charm and appeal. It stands in absolutely delightful grounds of 3 acres, enjoying a sheltered setting within a mile of Wells. Triple garage, gym/office PLUS a triple carport & garden stores. Mature gardens, meadows and woodland.
TWO RIVERS, COXLEY, WELLS, BA5 1QP
An outstanding large, contemporary property with great charm and appeal. It stands in absolutely delightful grounds of 3 acres, enjoying a sheltered setting within a mile of Wells.The exceptional house of around 4,250 sq.ft. (nearly 400 sq.ms.) includes a hall, 2 cloakrooms, 2 reception rooms, a superb kitchen & breakfast room, study, utility room, 7 bedrooms & 4 bath/shower rooms PLUS a triple garage, gym/office, playroom and bedroom PLUS a triple carport & garden stores.Mature gardens, meadows and woodland bounded by a small stream.
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 Beauty. The major towns of the area, Bristol, Bath, Taunton and Yeovil are all within commuting distance. Castle Cary is the nearest train station with fast links to London. Wells has local markets twice a week and many medieval buildings including the Cathedral and moated Bishops Palace. There is a busy local shopping centre, a broad range of societies and activities and excellent State & Private schools in the area including Wells Blue School, Wells Cathedral School and Millfield School. For more information on this area in general and individual schools visit our website www.roderickthomas.co.uk
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Coxley is a small village lying a mile or so south of Wells. A long private tarmac drive leads from the road to two large individual houses with the further one being Two Rivers.
Accommodation
In very simple terms the house is well designed and arranged with lots of light and airy living space, plenty of bathrooms, bedrooms, games and study areas and considerable flexibility allowing for separate accommodation for guests, teenagers, elderly relatives, au pairs etc. Details include local natural stone, limestone and oak flooring, well equipped bath and shower rooms, a superbly fitted kitchen, gas central heating (underfloor on the ground floor and radiators on the 1st and 2nd floors), a heat recovery/cleaning ventilation system and an integral vacuum cleaning system on all floors It includes-
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HALL with an oak staircase with an under stairs cupboard. CLOAKROOM with hand basin and wc. SITTING ROOM a large dual aspect room with double French doors to the garden, Doulting stone fireplace with an inset coal effect gas fire, wall lights & double doors into the DINING ROOM a triple aspect room with wall lights. KITCHEN & BREAKFAST ROOM a large double aspect room with ample space for a table and chairs & with French doors to the garden. The kitchen area has a very extensive range of good quality wall fitted and island units with pearl blue granite work surfaces. There is a 4 oven gas Aga with an electric module and other appliances include a plumbed-in large American style fridge, electric oven& grill and dishwasher.
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REAR HALL with a large fitted cloaks cupboard & fitted store cupboard. UTILITY ROOM with a range of fitted cupboards, Belfast sink with hardwood work surfaces, tiled splash backs, plumbing and space for washing machine and dryer plus a large double pantry cupboard. STUDY OR SECOND SITTING ROOM having a double aspect. GARDEN CLOAKROOM with wc and hand basin.
First Floor
The oak staircase leads to the FIRST FLOOR LANDING. MASTER BEDROOM a large comfortable bedroom looking out across the grounds and with a double wardrobe and EN SUITE BATHROOM with floor and wall tiling, twin hand basins, wc, aqua shower (with body jets, drench shower and radio - don't- miss the news!), heated towel rail/radiator, corner bath and door through into a DRESSING ROOM with cupboards and hanging space and a vanity unit incorporating a dressing table, mirror and cupboards. BEDROOM TWO with two fitted wardrobes. BEDROOM THREE with fitted wardrobe. BATHROOM with bath, hand basin, shower cubicle, wc and heated towel rail/radiator.
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Also off the landing is a suite of rooms including a dual aspect SITTING ROOM/BEDROOM FOUR with double fitted wardrobe. BEDROOM FIVE. BATHROOM with hand basin, shower cubicle, bath, wc and heated towel rail/radiator. SECOND FLOOR. LANDING with storage cupboard. BEDROOM SIX. BEDROOM SEVEN with an EN SUITE SHOWER ROOM with hand basin, wc, bath with shower above and shower screen, heated towel rail, store cupboard and walk in cupboard.
Outside
To the side of the house is the GARAGE/OFFICE BLOCK being a 2 storey building with an oak framed porch, oak doors and which includes a GARAGES 1 & 2 and an adjacent Store. CLOAKROOM with hand basin and wc. GARDEN ROOM/ GYM/OFFICE with a door to the garden. An internal door leads into GARAGE 3.FIRST FLOOR. GAMES ROOM and beyond is a further BEDROOM/STUDY. Close by is a SECONDARY GARAGE BLOCK with a TRIPLE OPEN CARPORT and TWO GARDEN STORE ROOMS.
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A tarmac drive leads to the house which enjoys a southerly aspect and views across its lawns to the meadows and woodland beyond. At the rear of the house is a neat landscaped garden bounded by mature trees. Beyond the gardens are meadows which run to the woodland bounding the streams. This is an idyllic area for all ages and which must be walked to be fully appreciated.
Directions
From Wells take the Glastonbury Road. Pass Browns Garden Centre on the left and continue on the Glastinbury Road. The next left is Stoppers Lane. 50 yards or so further take the drive entrance on the right and continue to the further house, Two Rivers.
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 :
- Outstanding Contemporary Property
- Delightful Grounds of 3 Acres
- Approximately 4,250 sq. ft. of Accommodation
- Superb Kitchen & Breakfast Room
- Triple Garage, Gym/Office, Playroom & Bedroom
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