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A charming three bedroom Grade II Listed period terraced house, ideally situated within a sought-after location, offering a perfect blend of character and convenience to Wells city centre.
This light and airy property benefits from a well-proportioned, dual-aspect reception room, three bedrooms, gardens and the added advantage of private parking. No onward chain.
This attractive period terraced home offers well-balanced accommodation that would suit a variety of purchasers.
Upon entering the property, a traditional hall features exposed wooden flooring and a staircase rising to the first floor with a storage cupboard beneath.
The hall provides access to a bright, dual-aspect sitting/dining room and the kitchen.
The sitting room has a large original window to the front and a Bath Stone fireplace with stone hearth and an inset wood burning stove, forming a central focal point.
There are also built-in shelved alcoves, which are great for storage.
An opening then leads through to the dining area, which includes a Victorian-style fireplace with slate hearth, gas point and further alcoves.
A large window provides lovely natural light, with space for a good-sized table and chairs.
The kitchen is fitted with a wide range of base units with granite worktops and an inset sink with stainless steel mixer taps.
Furthermore, there is a built-in Bosch eye-level electric double oven with space above for a microwave, along with a five-ring gas hob.
Decorative wall units and built-in shelving provide additional storage, while a granite breakfast bar offers space for informal dining.
An enclosed staircase from the kitchen gives access to the cellar, a useful area comprising two additional rooms providing excellent, accessible storage space.
The utility room is accessed from the kitchen via an arched doorway. It provides space for a fridge/freezer, along with a slimline dishwasher.
There are additional drawer units, a sink and a tiled floor. The Valliant gas-fired boiler is also located here, accompanied by a Hydrogenie unit for added energy efficiency.
A door from the utility room then leads into a downstairs WC and double doors open externally out to the courtyard.
On the first floor, the landing provides access to all three bedrooms, with exposed wooden flooring throughout. It features built-in cupboards and space and plumbing for a washing machine.
The bathroom features a window providing natural light, along with alcove storage.
It is fitted with a pedestal wash hand basin, low-level WC and a bath with shower mixer taps, together with a walk-in electric shower and a heated towel rail.
With high ceilings and another original window, the master bedroom is particularly comfortable and includes a feature fireplace, adding character.
The alcove shelving and built-in wardrobes offer ideal storage. The second double bedroom benefits from a rear-facing window, with a glimpse of Wells Cathedral.
Also, with a feature fireplace and fitted wardrobes. The third bedroom, currently used as a home office, incorporates a borrowed light to the landing and further fitted shelving.
A fixed wooden ladder/staircase continues up to the attic room, which enjoys an outstanding view of Wells Cathedral, as well as Glastonbury Tor and the surrounding countryside.
To one side of the room is an attractive, exposed red-brick wall, and on the other, even more built-in shelving and bookcases. There is also access to a small loft space above.
Outside Place The front garden includes a section of lawn with established borders and a pathway leading to the two parking spaces for the property.
To the rear, there is an enclosed, west-facing courtyard enjoying plenty of sunshine throughout the afternoon and evening. The space is laid to patio and benefits from outside lighting.
There is rear pedestrian access via a gateway leading to a walkway, where the outside tap is located. The courtyard also enjoys views towards St Thomas’s Church, including its spire and clock.
The City of Wells is renowned for its beautiful architecture, including the Cathedral and the Bishop’s Palace.
England’s smallest city, Wells, contains many clubs and societies for those wishing to get involved in the thriving local community.
There are excellent shopping facilities, a bustling High Street with both independent and well-known retailers, as well as various major supermarkets, including Waitrose.
Wells also benefits from a busy, twice-weekly produce market in the Market Square.
Bristol and Bath are readily accessible, as is Castle Cary to the south, which has the nearest mainline train station to London Paddington.
There is excellent schooling locally, both state and independent.
The property is conveniently located within easy travelling distance of a number of local primary schools, as well as Wells Blue School (secondary).
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