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See how verdicts work1-bedroom house · BA5 1SH
For saleListed 149 days
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About
DESCRIPTION A spacious and bright first floor apartment situated within a private development for the over 60s, within close proximity of the city centre and amenities.
The property has the benefit of beautifully kept communal gardens, a residents' lounge, laundry room, house manager and various social events to get involved in.
Upon entering the property is a good sized hallway with a large cupboard, ideal for 'day to day' storage.
The sitting/dining room is a generous size with a large window, letting in plenty of natural light, and overlooking the main central communal garden.
An open arched doorway leads into the kitchen, which comprises a range of units, along with space for both an undercounter fridge and electric oven and hob.
The double bedroom is again a good size and features a fitted wardrobe with ample space for a double bed and bedroom furniture.
The shower room is fitted with a walk-in shower, WC and vanity wash basin. OUTSIDE The attractive communal gardens are well established, well maintained and can be accessed from the residents' lounge.
There is also an area to park and charge mobility scooters.
LOCATION The picturesque City of Wells offers a range of local amenities and shopping facilities with four supermarkets (including Waitrose), as well as twice weekly markets, cinema, leisure centre, a choice of pubs and restaurants, dentists and doctors and several churches.
For those travelling by train, Castle Cary station (which has direct services to London Paddington) is situated only twelve miles away.
Both the City of Bristol and the Georgian City of Bath, a World Heritage Site, are located just 20 miles away and easily accessible.
TENURE Leasehold 86 years remaining as of 2026 SERVICE CHARGE Ground Rent: £438.68 per annum Service Charge: Currently £2660.52 per annum HEATING Electric heating SERVICES Mains drainage, water and electricity are all connected LOCAL AUTHORITY Somerset Council COUNCIL TAX Band 'A' EPC RATING Rating 'B' VIEWING Strictly by appointment with Cooper and Tanner.
Tel: DIRECTIONS From the Wells office, in Broad Street, continue along Priory Road towards the roundabout. Homechime House can be found on your right hand side.
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