Martins Close, Wells, BA5

DESCRIPTION

Set within a quiet cul-de-sac is this substantially renovated and extended four to five bedroom family home with large open plan accommodation, two ensuites, South-West facing gardens and beautiful countryside views. The beautifully presented property has been transformed by the current owners who have created a versatile, practical and modern home, perfect for family life or for people looking to downsize but have ample space for guests.  

Upon entering the house is a spacious entrance porch and hall with space for shoes and coats and opening into the sitting room. The sitting room is a well-proportioned room with storage and a gas fire with bespoke stone surround as the focal point. The kitchen/dining/family room has been extended and knocked through to create a wonderful open plan area, ideal for socializing and family life. The kitchen comprises a range of fitted units topped with granite worksurfaces with space for a range cooker and American style fridge/freezer, integrated dishwasher and microwave along with a lovely aspect overlooking the gardens. The dining area can comfortably accommodate a table for eight to ten people whilst the sitting area provides ample space for comfortable seating with a large window and bi-folding doors opening out to the decking and gardens beyond. From the kitchen is a utility area with plumbing for white goods, additional storage and a door opening out to the gardens. 

From the main hall is the former garage which has now been converted into a double bedroom with ensuite shower room, perfect for a multi-generational living but could equally be used as a home office or playroom if desired. 

To the first floor are four bedrooms and the main family bathroom which comprises; a bath with shower above, toilet, wash basin and heated towel rail. The principal bedroom is a wonderful dual aspect double bedroom with far reaching countryside views and an ensuite shower room. Two further double bedrooms are on the first floor, one looking out to the front of the house and the other overlooking the gardens. The fifth bedroom is a good sized single and is currently presented as a dressing room but could equally be used as a bedroom or home office, if desired. 

OUTSIDE

The South-West facing garden to the rear is fully enclosed and designed to be low maintenance with an area of decking, ideal for outside furniture leading down to an area of astro-turf, bordered by flower beds planted with shrubs. Within the garden is outdoor lighting, power sockets and an outside tap. From the garden there are wonderful views overlooking open countryside and towards Glastonbury Tor. A summerhouse provides a lovely additional seating space or storage area, if desired. A path to the side provides access all around the house and leads to the paved driveway, with off road parking for two to three cars, to the front of the house. 

LOCATION

The picturesque City of Wells offers a range of local amenities and shopping facilities with four supermarkets (including Waitrose), as well as twice weekly markets, cinema, leisure centre, a choice of pubs and restaurants, dentists and doctors, several churches and both primary and secondary state schools.

There are also many highly-regarded independent schools (Prep & Senior) within easy reach, such as All Hallows Prep School, Downside School, Wells Cathedral School and Millfield School. For those travelling by train, Castle Cary station (which has direct services to London Paddington) is situated only twelve miles away. Both the City of Bristol and the Georgian City of Bath, a World Heritage Site, are located just 20 miles away and easily accessible

TENURE

Freehold

HEATING

Gas central heating

SERVICES

Mains drainage, water, gas and electricity are all connected

LOCAL AUTHORITY

Somerset Council

COUNCIL TAX

Band 'D'

EPC RATING

Rating 'C'

VIEWING

Viewing is strictly by appointment with Cooper and Tanner. Tel: 01749 676524

DIRECTIONS

From the Wells office continue along Priory Road to the roundabout. At the roundabout take the second exit onto Glastonbury Road. Continue along Glastonbury road for approx. 300 metres and then turn right into Jocelyn Drive. Then take the fifth left into Martins Close. Number 19 can be found a little further along on the left.