Townhouse

POUND HOUSE,

33, SOUTHOVER, WELLS, SOMERSET, BA5 1UH

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AVAILABLE WITH NO ONWARD CHAIN

The house has an entrance hall, large study/sitting room, dining room, kitchen, utility room, and cloakroom. Upstairs over 2 floors there are 4 bedrooms and a family bathroom. The top floor is the full footprint of the property and has further scope if required.

Outside there is a rear courtyard, tool shed, half garage/storage that provides access for recycling/bins to the front. There is a large loft above the garage suitable for conversion STP.

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Location

Southover is part of a highly desirable residential area on the south side of Wells, made up of quiet, historic lanes in the heart of Wells at the bottom of the High Street. The houses are varied period properties reflecting the character of England’s smallest and very beautiful Cathedral City, steeped in history.

All the facilities of Wells are within walking distance. These include supermarkets, schools the medieval Market Place, Cathedral and Bishops Palace, as well as a good range of shops, restaurants, a cinema and a variety of other amenities plus social and sporting associations and clubs. There are also various public parks and footpaths leading to open countryside and the Mendip Hills AONB.

Bath, Bristol, Frome, Castle Cary and Bristol Airport are all within 20 miles.

Description

A handsome, well-maintained townhouse with Victorian proportions, high ceilings and large windows (new conservation, timber sash in 2014).  Thought to have been built in 1913/4 it has undergone reconfigurations over the years and now provides spacious and attractive accommodation to suit modern life.

Extremely well located to enjoy all the facilities Wells has to offer, with spacious accommodation over 3 floor and an attractive, private, sheltered courtyard garden. The property has the advantage of not being over looked and of access from the courtyard out to the front, via the old garage – handy for garden waste and bins.

Accommodation

The front door opens to an entrance hall and an internal door leads through to the spacious study and sitting room. An attractive tiled, Victorian, open fire is a focal point and also provides warmth in the winter months. It is regularly used by the current owner and is a charming feature.  Bespoke, timber, recess shelving beside the chimney breast has integral lighting. Large windows ensure there is plenty of natural light in this elegant room and there are two handy understairs cupboards, one for shoes and boots and another for coats.

The kitchen/dining room works well with a seamless open plan design. Again there are recess shelves and a cupboard, space for a table and chairs. The kitchen is well designed as a workspace with fitted units, oak work surface, gas cooker with extractor, space for a fridge/freezer and slimline dish washer. 2 large sash windows ensure there is plenty of light and very attractive views over the rear courtyard garden which is super private and very appealing.

A half-glazed door opens to the utility room which has base units, a sink, and space for a washing machine. The property is fitted with solar panels which heat the hot water, the tank for this water is easily accessible in the utility room.

An exterior door leads out to the courtyard and beyond the utility is a w.c.

Upstairs there are 3 bedrooms, all with built-in-cupboards and an attractive family bathroom radiating off a bright landing. A door opens to stairs which lead to the 2nd floor where there is a super, versatile, room - ideal as a principal bedroom or large studio. Alternatively, it could be divided into two separate rooms. There is scope to add a second bathroom, either on the 2nd floor or above the garage in the loft.

Outside

The sheltered, very private, paved courtyard is extremely charming. It has the added dimension of a stream which provides an auditory backdrop that feels very far from ‘town centre’.

The original garage has been converted into a half garage/storeroom and additional access point to Southover this is ideal for garden maintenance and for ‘putting the bins out’. A hatch opens to the loft void above the garage – this has a light and is boarded – it offers scope for further accommodation if required.

Tenure and other points

Freehold.  Mains gas, water, electricity and drainage. Solar panels to heat the water.

EPC Rating D. Council Tax Band F.

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>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.

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A few extra comments.

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