Portway, Wells, Somerset, BA5

A beautifully presented first floor apartment forming part of an attractive period property within walking distance of Wells city centre. Thoughtfully renovated to a high standard, this delightful one bedroom property includes an impressive kitchen and bathroom, a spacious sitting room, allocated parking, wonderful communal gardens and lovely views. EPC rating C.


A door to the front of Portway Lodge opens into a spacious communal hall, incorporating an original staircase and a fantastic stained glass window (featured in our images).

The property is situated on the first floor, at the rear of the building, benefiting from tremendous views on two sides across Wells and beyond. This light, airy and well-balanced apartment has the advantage of high ceilings, sash windows, picture rails, decorative cornicing and the other features one can expect from a property of this period. 

Upon entering the apartment, a central hall has a window to the side and is cleverly utilised as a study area. The sitting room is generous in size and dual-aspect with secondary glazed windows to the rear and side, taking in the pleasant outlook. There is ample space within the sitting room for a dining table and chairs, too. Adjoining is the bedroom, which is a comfortable double with two attractive built-in cupboards and a rear facing window.

The kitchen and bathroom have both been tastefully refitted with a perfect blend of high quality traditional fittings and a contemporary style, befitting of a Victorian apartment.

With a range of matching floor and wall units, solid oak work surfaces and ceramic sink, the kitchen includes an integrated electric oven, hob and extractor fan, together with an integrated fridge with freezer compartment. A built-in cupboard houses plumbing for a freestanding washing machine and the gas-fired boiler for the central heating is also located in the kitchen, neatly hidden by one of the wall units.

Completing the accommodation is the fabulous bathroom, which is elegantly presented with a matching white suite, a shower over the bath and two sash windows.

OUTSIDE
At the front of the building, the property benefits from one allocated parking space plus a visitors’ space. This wonderful period apartment also benefits from a private balcony overlooking the superb communal gardens, located at the rear and side of the building. Predominantly laid to lawn with established shrubs, trees and borders, the well-tended garden provides a pleasant spot for outdoor seating. Facing south, the garden also enjoys plenty of sunshine throughout the day.

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).