House For Sale £1,250,000
An elegant and welcoming period house with generous accommodation, parking plus a converted coach house.
13 CHAMBERLAIN STREET, WELLS, SOMERSET, BA5 2PE
An exceptional property in the heart of Wells and comprising a magnificent Victorian villa together with its converted coach house.This wonderful townhouse retains many period features and offers extremely generous, accommodation over 4 floors with a fine reception hall, sitting room, library/study, dining room plus sitting area, kitchen, boot room and utility room. Upstairs are 5 bedrooms, 2 bathroom (one being en suite) and a shower room.The converted Coach House provides further accommodation with an eat-in kitchen, sitting room, two double bedrooms and a shower room.The house has an impressive approach set back with a flight of stone steps leading to the front door. There's parking for several cars, a south facing sheltered courtyard to the rear and an enclosed lawn.
Location
Chamberlain Street is a popular residential road which mainly includes period properties reflecting the character of England's smallest and very beautiful Cathedral City.The house is only 150mts from the High Street so it is perfectly located to enjoy all the wonderful facilities that Wells has to offer. These include the medieval Market Place, Cathedral and Bishops Palace, a good range of shops and restaurants and a variety of other amenities plus social and sporting associations and clubs. Bath, Bristol, Frome, Castle Cary and Bristol Airport are all within 20 miles.
Description
This is a fine and handsome stone-built house with typical architectural features and proportions of the Victorian period. These include dressed sandstone bays, framed window openings, architraves and quoins, ancient, symbolic stone carving and elaborate, decorative timber fascias. Internally, other Victorian details are complemented by contemporary features including central heating and an excellent kitchen and bathrooms. All combine to create a property and home providing accommodation on a grand scale.
Accommodation
The large front door opens to a very generous vestibule, perfect for coats and boots. An ornate glazed arched door leads to the main hall. Original timber floorboards throughout the ground floor and a painted 'runner' on the stairs keep things simple while the high ceilings and Victorian doors and cornicing establish understated elegance.The sitting room is flooded by light from a huge bay window and side window and has an attractive open fireplace and the original shutters. Adjoining is the library/study with a fireplace, floor to ceiling bookshelves and a view over the pretty rear courtyard. The hall continues to the large rear window and a cloakroom. A half-glazed door from the hallway leads to stairs to the lower ground floor.
Lower Ground Floor
This staircase opens to an enormous versatile space that is currently configured with dining and sitting areas but adaptable to suit all styles and requirements. There is an exterior door to the rear courtyard and a wide opening into the kitchen. This has a well-designed workspace, with a central island, plenty of worksurface, eyelevel double electric oven, electric hob and extractor, integrated dishwasher and space for a fridge freezer. Chic, white fitted units, a double stainless-steel sink, white worktops and a solid wood island worktop and breakfast bar ensure it is elegant and yet practical.The boot room, off the dining room, has large full height cupboards and plenty of space for hanging coats and storing boots plus an exterior door to the east garden. The utility room has large full height cupboards and fitted units, solid wood worktop, sink and space for a washing machine and separate tumble dryer.
Upper floors
The bedrooms and bathrooms are on the first and second floors.On the first floor is the principal bedroom being wonderfully bright and spacious with large ensuite bathroom. Also on this floor is a second bedroom and a shower room. The landing has a large walk-in cupboard, and the staircase continues to the second floor.Here are two doubles and a single bedroom, all served by the family bathroom.
Outside
At the front of the house there is plenty of space to park cars on the gravel drive. To the east of the property is an enclosed lawned area and to the rear is a very attractive courtyard.
The coach house
An appealing building and currently used as a holiday let. It's equally suited as additional accommodation for the main house, a granny annexe, home office, studio, etc. Any such use may or may not require consents.Approached over the gravel drive, through a rose arch is the appealing, low maintenance, front courtyard ideal for a table and chairs. On the ground floor are a sitting room and kitchen. Both having external doors. The kitchen has fitted units, space for an electric cooker and washing machine and is large enough for a table and chairs. The sitting room has French doors to the front terrace. Upstairs are two double bedrooms and a generous shower room.
Tenure & other points
Freehold. Not listed. It is within a Conservation area.EPC rating Band E (house), D (coach house). Council Tax Band F (house). The Coach House is assessed Band F although currently business rated. Mains services.
Directions
From our office take Queen Street then turn left on High Street and right on Priest Row. At the junction turn left on Chamberlain Street and at the roundabout take the second exit to the left on Whiting Way, past Waitrose. At the traffic lights turn right on Mountery Road after the pedestrian crossing and at the next main lights turn right onto New Street. Go straight on at the roundabout and keep going straight at the next lights onto Chamberlain Street. No. 13 is on your left after St. Joseph & St. Teresa's Church.
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 towns of the area, Bristol, Bath, Taunton and Yeovil are all in commuting distance.
Schools and communications
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 Notice
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. VIEWINGS 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.
Council Tax Band: F
Tenure: Freehold
13 CHAMBERLAIN STREET, WELLS, SOMERSET, BA5 2PE
An exceptional property in the heart of Wells and comprising a magnificent Victorian villa together with its converted coach house.This wonderful townhouse retains many period features and offers extremely generous, accommodation over 4 floors with a fine reception hall, sitting room, library/study, dining room plus sitting area, kitchen, boot room and utility room. Upstairs are 5 bedrooms, 2 bathroom (one being en suite) and a shower room.The converted Coach House provides further accommodation with an eat-in kitchen, sitting room, two double bedrooms and a shower room.The house has an impressive approach set back with a flight of stone steps leading to the front door. There's parking for several cars, a south facing sheltered courtyard to the rear and an enclosed lawn.
Location
Chamberlain Street is a popular residential road which mainly includes period properties reflecting the character of England's smallest and very beautiful Cathedral City.The house is only 150mts from the High Street so it is perfectly located to enjoy all the wonderful facilities that Wells has to offer. These include the medieval Market Place, Cathedral and Bishops Palace, a good range of shops and restaurants and a variety of other amenities plus social and sporting associations and clubs. Bath, Bristol, Frome, Castle Cary and Bristol Airport are all within 20 miles.
Description
This is a fine and handsome stone-built house with typical architectural features and proportions of the Victorian period. These include dressed sandstone bays, framed window openings, architraves and quoins, ancient, symbolic stone carving and elaborate, decorative timber fascias. Internally, other Victorian details are complemented by contemporary features including central heating and an excellent kitchen and bathrooms. All combine to create a property and home providing accommodation on a grand scale.
Accommodation
The large front door opens to a very generous vestibule, perfect for coats and boots. An ornate glazed arched door leads to the main hall. Original timber floorboards throughout the ground floor and a painted 'runner' on the stairs keep things simple while the high ceilings and Victorian doors and cornicing establish understated elegance.The sitting room is flooded by light from a huge bay window and side window and has an attractive open fireplace and the original shutters. Adjoining is the library/study with a fireplace, floor to ceiling bookshelves and a view over the pretty rear courtyard. The hall continues to the large rear window and a cloakroom. A half-glazed door from the hallway leads to stairs to the lower ground floor.
Lower Ground Floor
This staircase opens to an enormous versatile space that is currently configured with dining and sitting areas but adaptable to suit all styles and requirements. There is an exterior door to the rear courtyard and a wide opening into the kitchen. This has a well-designed workspace, with a central island, plenty of worksurface, eyelevel double electric oven, electric hob and extractor, integrated dishwasher and space for a fridge freezer. Chic, white fitted units, a double stainless-steel sink, white worktops and a solid wood island worktop and breakfast bar ensure it is elegant and yet practical.The boot room, off the dining room, has large full height cupboards and plenty of space for hanging coats and storing boots plus an exterior door to the east garden. The utility room has large full height cupboards and fitted units, solid wood worktop, sink and space for a washing machine and separate tumble dryer.
Upper floors
The bedrooms and bathrooms are on the first and second floors.On the first floor is the principal bedroom being wonderfully bright and spacious with large ensuite bathroom. Also on this floor is a second bedroom and a shower room. The landing has a large walk-in cupboard, and the staircase continues to the second floor.Here are two doubles and a single bedroom, all served by the family bathroom.
Outside
At the front of the house there is plenty of space to park cars on the gravel drive. To the east of the property is an enclosed lawned area and to the rear is a very attractive courtyard.
The coach house
An appealing building and currently used as a holiday let. It's equally suited as additional accommodation for the main house, a granny annexe, home office, studio, etc. Any such use may or may not require consents.Approached over the gravel drive, through a rose arch is the appealing, low maintenance, front courtyard ideal for a table and chairs. On the ground floor are a sitting room and kitchen. Both having external doors. The kitchen has fitted units, space for an electric cooker and washing machine and is large enough for a table and chairs. The sitting room has French doors to the front terrace. Upstairs are two double bedrooms and a generous shower room.
Tenure & other points
Freehold. Not listed. It is within a Conservation area.EPC rating Band E (house), D (coach house). Council Tax Band F (house). The Coach House is assessed Band F although currently business rated. Mains services.
Directions
From our office take Queen Street then turn left on High Street and right on Priest Row. At the junction turn left on Chamberlain Street and at the roundabout take the second exit to the left on Whiting Way, past Waitrose. At the traffic lights turn right on Mountery Road after the pedestrian crossing and at the next main lights turn right onto New Street. Go straight on at the roundabout and keep going straight at the next lights onto Chamberlain Street. No. 13 is on your left after St. Joseph & St. Teresa's Church.
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 towns of the area, Bristol, Bath, Taunton and Yeovil are all in commuting distance.
Schools and communications
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 Notice
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. VIEWINGS 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.
Council Tax Band: F
Tenure: Freehold
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