Discreetly positioned just a few steps from High Street in central Wells

2 PRIORY PLACE

WELLS, SOMERSET BA5 1SP

Description

A rare opportunity to acquire a charming two/three bedroom period home, discreetly positioned in a wonderfully central yet surprisingly private setting, just a few steps from Wells High Street.

Guide Price £375,000 - £400,000

Location

Priory Place is exceptionally well situated for enjoying the centre of Wells, with the High Street just a few steps away. Wells is a historic cathedral city offering an excellent range of independent shops, cafés, restaurants and everyday amenities, together with the Cathedral, Bishop's Palace and Market Place all within easy reach. This is a particularly unusual opportunity to acquire a period home in such a quiet and hidden position in the very heart of Wells.

Accommodation

The property has retained much of its period character and charm, whilst offering well-proportioned and adaptable accommodation. Its secluded position is particularly appealing, being tucked away from the bustle of the city centre yet within a very short level walk of the High Street and the many amenities for which Wells is renowned.

Approached over a tarmaced pathway leading to a small row of attractive Victorian terraced properties (not listed), the house occupies a particularly secluded position at the end of the path. A wrought iron gate gives access to its own private front garden, which includes a delightful period summer house and provides a pleasant and unexpected oasis in such a central location.

A large oak door opens directly into the open-plan sitting room and dining room, a characterful and versatile space which forms the heart of the house. Windows overlooking the pretty front garden as well as to the rear, along with a fireplace and has been recently carpeted. A rear door leads out to an enclosed, private and sunny courtyard garden.

The kitchen is well planned and equipped with a large 5 ring gas range along with electric hot plate, wooden worktops, ceramic 1½ bowl sink overlooking the front garden and excellent storage beneath the stairs encased within original wooden tongue and groove panelling.

A useful study/snug, with oak flooring, velux window to the rear of the cottage complete with a stable door which leads from here to the secluded terrace. Approached through a useful downstairs cloakroom with loo and basin. This space offers flexibility for those wishing to have an additional reception space or had been used as a downstairs bedroom.

Stairs rise to the first floor with original wooden tongue and groove panelling. Currently arranged as two bedrooms with the main bedroom having a large dressing room in the third bedroom. However this could easily be altered to create three bedrooms again as originally arranged. There is a recently refurbished bathroom, fully tiled, with walk in shower along with loo and basin.

Outside

The property is approached via a tarmaced pathway, the left hand side of which belongs to the current owner and has useful gardens sheds for storage. A private front garden enclosed by a wrought iron gate leads from the path with mature trees and hedging along with a period summer house. To the rear is an enclosed, sunny courtyard, providing a sheltered outdoor space.

Tenure and other Points

Freehold. Mains electricity, gas, water and drainage. Council Tax Band B. EPC D.

Directions BA5 1SP From our office proceed along St John Street and Priory Place is discreetly positioned on the right hand side half way along.

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. 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.

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, Downside, All Hallows and Millfield.

Wells is a transport hub for bus services, including daily services to London. Main line trains run from Castle Cary and Bristol International Airport is 35 minutes drive away.

Important Notes

Please see all the notes below – particularly the section referring to identity and AML requirements

<u>Identity verification & Anti Money Laundering (AML) Requirements.</u>

As Estate Agents we are require by law to undertake Anti Money Laundering (AML) Regulation checks on any purchaser who has an offer accepted on a property.

We are required to use a specialist third party service to verify the purchaser(s) identity.

The cost of these checks is £60 (inc. VAT) per person. This is payable at the point an offer is accepted and our purchaser information forms completed, prior to issuing Memorandum of Sales to both sellers and buyers and their respective conveyancing solicitors. This is a legal requirement and the charge is non-refundable.

<u>P.S. </u>

A few extra comments.

Mortgages – we can help.

Bridging loans – We can help.

Moving house is complicated and stressful when a sale and purchase needs to be tied together in terms of finance and timing.

Sometimes we can negotiate an agreement to suit both sellers and buyers.

Sometimes a bridging loan can solve problems and remove stress.

Call us for information on any of these points

<u>Property Details</u>

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. Buyers must rely on information passed between the solicitors with regard to items included in the sale. Purchasers must satisfy themselves on all matters by inspection or otherwise.

<u>VIEWINGS</u>

Interested parties are advised to check availability and current situation prior to travelling to see any property.

All viewings are by appointment with the Agents.

Roderick Thomas, 1 Priory Road, Wells, BA5 1SR.