Bath Road, Wells, Somerset, BA5

An attractive and beautifully presented mid-terrace Victorian house, situated on the ever-popular eastern side of Wells. Offering well-balanced accommodation over three floors, the property includes three bedrooms, a smartly fitted kitchen and bathroom, a particularly generous garden, a double garage currently utilised as a gym with a home office,
plus two parking spaces. EPC rating D.


A door to the front of the property opens into an entrance porch, which has an inner door through to the sitting/dining room. A spacious and welcoming reception room, perfect for families and entertaining, the open-plan sitting/dining room includes exposed wood flooring and a fireplace, plus shelved alcoves and excellent fitted storage. A door from the sitting room neatly conceals the staircase to the first floor accommodation, which has a storage cupboard beneath. The sitting room then continues through to an extended kitchen at the rear of the property. Fitted with a range of matching floor and wall units in a contemporary style with contrasting solid wood work surfaces, the kitchen includes an integrated fridge/freezer, a dishwasher, a microwave, an electric oven and an induction hob. This section of the kitchen also incorporates an island unit with a breakfast bar and attractive lighting above. At the far end of the kitchen is a versatile space which could be presented as a dining area or a further space for seating, if desired. Double glazed patio doors from this area then open out to the rear garden. Completing the ground floor accommodation and located off the kitchen is a useful utility room, which provides plumbing for a washing machine and access to a downstairs WC.

On the first floor, the finely proportioned master bedroom can be found at the front of the property, tastefully fitted with two sets of double wardrobes, either side of a feature fireplace. The master bedroom has the advantage of an en-suite shower room, with a wash hand basin.

Also located on the first floor is a well-appointed family bathroom presented in a traditional style complementing the property’s period features. This delightful room includes quality sanitary fittings, half-height panelling, a further fireplace and attractive shelving.

On the second floor, there are two further bedrooms, with the room at the rear enjoying a fabulous southerly outlook towards Tor Woods.

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).

To the front, the property is set back from Bath Road behind a gated garden, with a pathway leading to the front entrance.

The rear garden is a particular feature of the property, extending to over 120 ft in length and enjoying a southerly aspect, providing excellent levels of sunshine throughout the day.

Immediately adjoining the house is a recently laid decked seating area, providing an ideal space for outdoor dining and socialising. Beyond, the garden is predominantly laid to lawn, with a pathway meandering towards the far end and established hedging, shrubs and planting providing greenery and interest.

At the bottom of the garden is a substantial detached double garage, currently arranged as a home gym, with the garage door retained should a purchaser wish to reinstate its original use. The building also incorporates useful mezzanine storage and, to the rear, a well-insulated home office with its own internet connection, creating a superb dedicated space for home working.

In front of the garage is off-road parking for two vehicles, with gated access leading back into the garden.