COMMERCIAL
1 The Guard House, Guard House Lane, Wells
£800 pcm
£9,600 pa
Letting details
- Let available date:
- 06/04/2026
- Deposit:
- £800A deposit provides security for a landlord against damage, or unpaid rent by a tenant.Read more about deposit in our glossary page.
- Let type:
- Long term
- Furnish type:
- Unfurnished
- PROPERTY TYPE
Office
- BATHROOMS
1
- SIZE
467 sq ft
43 sq m
Key features
- Well presented office or commercial space to let
- Conveniently & centrally located just off Wells High Street
- Open plan with kitchenette, WC & Storage cupboard
- Available from 6th April 2026
- Neutrally decorated. LVT wood effect flooring
- 467 square feet - Main room 33 square feet - Store room
- Historic building dating back to 1790's - refurbished in recent years
- Close to Wells High Street with independent shops, cafes and traditional pubs
- The main A39 and the A371 pass through Wells. Glastonbury & Shepton Mallet close by
- Bath & Bristol (20 miles).
Description
Description: This ground floor commercial unit is within the historic Old Guard House which dates back to the 1790's. This impressive building was converted and refurbished in recent years and is conveniently located just off Wells High Street. The space is currently used as an office but has previously been used as a hairdressers. The office is spacious and is neutrally decorated, it has high ceilings and has wood effect LVT flooring. There is a WC and small kitchen area. At the rear of the building there is a parking space for one vehicle - this is by separate negotiation.
Location: The unit is situated along Guard House lane just off Wells High Street. The lane is mainly used by pedestrians and is well used, but is also accessible to vehicles. Within Wells, the local economy is diverse and is primarily made up of small businesses. The High Street is a mix of high street and charming independent shops, cafes and traditional pubs. Wells is the smallest city in England and has a population of just over 11,000. Bristol and Bath are 20 miles away. The main A39 and the A371 pass through the City. Main line trains to London Paddington run from Castle Cary (12 miles). Bristol Airport is 18 miles away.
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Lease terms: The property is offered on a new lease with immediate availability on terms to be negotiated at a commencing rental of £800 pcm exclusive. It is anticipated that the following will apply:
- The tenant is to be responsible for normal outgoings including rates.
- The tenancy will be excluded from the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 Sections 24 – 28 inclusive.
The Code of Practice on Commercial Leases in England and Wales recommends that prospective tenants should seek the professional advice of a qualified property advisor before entering a legally binding contract.
Business rates: The unit currently has a rateable value of £2800 which is due to increase to £3450 from 1st April 2026. If assessed, small business rate reliefs up to 100% may apply.
Local Authority: Somerset County Council
Services: Mains water, mains sewage, gas central heating and mains electricity. The tenant is responsible for all outgoings.
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1 The Guard House, Guard House Lane, Wells
NEAREST STATIONS
Distances are straight line measurements from the centre of the postcode- Castle Cary Station9.2 miles
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