A deceptively spacious and beautifully refurbished period cottage, Midway Cottage exudes warmth, charm, and character throughout.

This inviting home has been thoughtfully modernised while retaining its traditional appeal. The accommodation comprises a wide and welcoming entrance hall—once part of a historic walkway. The open-plan living/dining room includes a characterful brick-built fireplace with a newly fitted log burner, perfect for cosy evenings. The contemporary kitchen is modern yet sympathetic to the property's age, offering integrated appliances, a hob, and a useful separate utility area/rear porch, which also houses a combination boiler. The family bathroom is smartly presented with a mixture of sage and white glazed brick tiles, a full-length bath, basin, and WC.

Upstairs, there are two generously sized double bedrooms with the second bedroom benefitting from excellent eaves storage. 

A standout feature of the property is its stunning view of the nearby 13th-century Church of St John the Baptist, framed by traditional cottage windows. Outside, a private rear courtyard catches the morning sun and provides space for al fresco dining, with room for a table and chairs, a BBQ, and herb pots.

Perfectly positioned in the heart of this historic town, Midway Cottage sits in a peaceful lane just off the square, surrounded by other notable period buildings, including King John’s Hunting Lodge. The location is not only steeped in history but also highly convenient, with excellent local amenities, pubs, restaurants, well-regarded schools, transport links, and beautiful countryside walks all close by.

We have noticed... First time buyers, downsizers or investors... Are you looking for something a bit unique? Then look no further than Midway Cottage. This character packed country cottage is deceptive in its accommodation and offers easy access to the plethora of amenities that Axbridge offers.

Situation: Axbridge’s historic medieval square, with its pubs, café, shops and (notably!) the pharmacy, featured in 2026’s BBC TV sitcom ‘Can you Keep a Secret?’ with Dawn French, and showed the town off at its best, with many idyllic drone shots of this picturesque area. Axbridge itself is also lucky enough to have a post office, GP surgery, and a primary school, rated “Good” by Ofsted. Both primary and nursery schools are also available in nearby Weare, while older students typically attend the Kings of Wessex Academy ( or one of the nearby independent schools, such as Sidcot School, Wells Cathedral School, or Millfield. Axbridge has a strong community spirit, hosting regular farmers’ markets, annual events, and even a unique pageant every decade. Steeped in history, the town was granted its Royal Charter in 1202 and remains one of Somerset’s most characterful small towns. Surrounded by stunning countryside, including the Mendip Hills’ Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the Somerset Levels, Cheddar Reservoir, and the Strawberry Line cycle path, this location offers the best of both town and country living. Excellent transport links via the nearby M5 and A38 make commuting to Wells, Cheddar, Weston-super-Mare, or Bristol straightforward, with Bristol Airport just 20 minutes away. The coast is also easily reached, with sandy beaches a short drive from the town.

Directions: Midway Cottage is the middle of three properties in the short Church Lane which runs from St Mary's Street up to St John's Church. You will be able to park in Chestnut Avenue which is a quiet residential street and can then follow the footpath that borders the Church to approach the cottage from the top end of Church Lane What3words///genetics.dwarf.protect

Material Information: This property operates on gas central heating. Council Tax band: B   EPC Rating: D