Property description
Located on the out skirts of The Cathedral City, Wells, sat in a generous plot c.3/4 of an acre, with a gated entrance and ample parking. An orchard and pretty gardens surrounded by country fields and far reaching views. 'Little Orchard' offers four reception rooms, four Double bedrooms, Kitchen/Breakfast room, period features and spectacular country views.
DESCRIPTION Little Orchard is a unique property with the original half of the house believed to date back to the early 18th century, having been tastefully and vastly extended over the years, improving and maximizing the living accommodation. The sitting room is large with the fireplace as the main focal point, also having four windows and patio doors to the garden making the room light and airy. Leading from the entrance hall there is also a w/c, large utility room, kitchen/breakfast room, dining room and a study/snug. The kitchen/breakfast room offers ample workspace and units with a breakfast bar and a range of integrated appliances such as a dish washer and fridge. Just of the kitchen there is a large heated conservatory. The dining room and study/snug are part of the original house, both large rooms and both with exposed chimney breast and period features, with the dining room having a door leading to an outside patio area.
On the first floor you are greeted by a large landing area which leads to four double bedrooms and a large family bathroom. The master bedroom has an en-suite shower room and a walk in wardrobe, with inward opening French windows leading to a balcony and far reaching country views. The guest bedroom is a large room with built in wardrobes, a w/c en-suite and French windows that open on to a balcony offering countryside views. The two further double bedrooms have built in wardrobes and enjoy views over the fields. The family bathroom is very impressive having a roll top bath, w/c, bidet, wash basin and a separate inset shower.
OUTSIDE Entering through double gates, having ample parking a turning circle and a detached double garage (with power and light). An orchard and flat gardens, stretching to c.3/4 an acre. Landscaped and extremely well kept, with mature shrubs and trees, feature peace's and shingles. Mainly laid to lawn for easy maintenance as well as being secure and private.
LOCATION The village of Polsham is situated between the City of Wells and the Town of Glastonbury, approximately two miles from Wells.
Wells is the smallest cathedral city in England. It caters for most everyday needs, offering good shopping facilities as well as restaurants and pubs, a cinema, churches of most denominations, together with open-air markets on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Schools are plentiful with the Cathedral School, the Blue School and a choice of primary schools in Wells, Millfield School in Street and Downside school in Stratton-on-the-Fosse are easily accessible.
There are good road connections to Bristol, Bath, the motorway system and Bristol Airport, with rail links from Castle Cary (about 20 minutes drive away) to London Paddington.
Sporting facilities in the area include racing at Wincanton and Bath, golf at Wells and near Oakhill, sailing or fishing at Chew Valley and Blagdon lakes. In addition, there is a Leisure Centre in Wells offering a variety of recreational facilities.
TENURE Freehold
HEATING Gas central heating.
SERVICES Mains drainage, gas, electricity, water and BT are all connected.
VIEWING Strictly by appointment with Cooper and Tanner. Tel: 01749 676524
LOCAL AUTHORITY Mendip District Council, Cannards Grave Road, Shepton Mallet. Somerset. BA4 5BT. Tel: 01749 648999
COUNCIL TAX Band 'G'
EPC RATING Rating 'D'
DIRECTIONS From Wells take the A39 signposted to Glastonbury. Continue for approx. 2 1/2 miles passing through the village of Coxley. You will see 'Sense' and 'Wells Reclamation' on your right hand side. Little Orchard is the next property on your right.
Property Features :
- Charming four bedroom detached property
- Four Double Bedrooms
- Four Reception Room
- Kitchen/Breakfast Room
- Large Sitting room
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