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Old Wells Road, Shepton Mallet

PROPERTY TYPE

Semi-Detached

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

1

SIZE

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TENURE
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Freehold

Floorplan 1
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Key features

  • Beautifully presented 3 bed period cottage. No onward chain
  • Recently renovated (replacement plumbing, electrics, kitchen & bathroom plus renewed roofing)
  • Double aspect sitting room with inglenook fireplace & log burner
  • Kitchen with butler sink, wooden worktops & integrated appliances
  • Study/studio with access to front garden
  • 3 double bedrooms with south-facing windows. Bathroom with roll-top bath
  • Gardens to front, side & rear. Garage & driveway parking for 2 cars
  • Small courtyard area ideal for outside kitchen space or morning coffee
  • Thriving market town with weekly market & all amenities
  • Easy access to the A37 for Bath & Bristol with mainline rail links at Castle Cary (7m) & International Bristol Airport

Description

Property Description: Dating back to 1788 and once a former coaching inn, this delightful three bedroom Somerset Longhouse is rich in character and charm. The attractive front façade has beautiful mullioned windows, setting the tone for the well presented accommodation within. For sale with no onward chain, the property has been recently renovated with replacement plumbing, updated electrics, new bathroom and new kitchen with appliances, with renewed roofing in 2024 with a 10 year guarantee. There are gardens to the front, side and rear, along with a garage and driveway parking for two vehicles. Beyond the garden to the rear, there is a quiet park to enjoy.

The double aspect sitting room features a striking inglenook fireplace with inset log burner and wooden flooring, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The sitting room leads into a versatile study or studio, with a glazed door opening onto the pretty front garden. This adaptable room is ideal for home working, a yoga studio or playroom.

A characterful dining room has a charming window seat and original flagstone flooring, appropriately worn over time, with a useful storage cupboard positioned to the rear.

The flagstone flooring continues into the well appointed kitchen, where a butler sink with marble surround overlooks the south facing front garden. The kitchen is fitted with a range of wall and base units topped with wooden worktops and includes integrated appliances such as a fridge-freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, AEG oven and microwave.

Upstairs, there are three generously sized double bedrooms, all benefiting from south facing windows and wood flooring throughout. Two of the bedrooms feature traditional sash windows. The bathroom is in keeping with the period style, with a freestanding sink and a roll-top bath with claw feet, complete with shower over.

Location: This charming cottage is situated on the western side of Shepton Mallet. This vibrant and historic market town has a past dating back to Roman times and there is now a wealth of retail outlets including independent boutiques, cafes and bars as well as supermarkets and garden centres. The River Sheppey runs through the town and the Mendip Hills, which is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) lies to the north. The Montigo Resorts, Somerset is nearby with its award-winning restaurant in an elegant country house. Many cultural events are held throughout the year including the Lantern Festival, The Snowdrop Festival and the annual Carnival. Shepton Mallet has easy access to the Bath and West Show Ground with its various annual events and just a short drive away is the ever-increasing popular town of Bruton with its boutique shops, famous restaurants and world-renowned Hauser & Wirth Art Gallery.

The picturesque city of Wells is approximately 5 miles away and has four supermarkets including a Waitrose, a cinema, numerous coffee shops, pubs and restaurants and is home to both Wells Cathedral and The Bishops Palace. The property is well placed for good state and private schools. The iconic town of Glastonbury is less than 10 miles away, and the vibrant cities of Bath and Bristol are within easy reach via the A37. Just 7 miles away, Castle Cary provides the closest rail links to London Paddington and the Southwest. The A303 and the M4 are easily accessible and there are international links via Bristol Airport (21 miles). There are excellent state schools in the vicinity, including St Aldhelm's Primary School, Whitstone School, and The Blue School in Wells as well as independent schools including All Hallows Prep School, Cranmore Prep School, Downside, Millfield and Wells Cathedral School.

Directions: SatNav = BA4 5XL / What3Words = tidal.folks.noon

Council Tax: Band C (correct at time of marketing). To check council tax for this property, please refer to the local authority website.

Local Authority: Somerset County Council

Services: Gas fired central heating, mains water, drainage and electricity.

Tenure: This property is freehold and is sold with vacant possession upon completion.

Additional Property Notes: This Grade II listed property is of traditional construction. It has had no adaptions for accessibility. There is a TPO in place on the lime tree in the back garden. Secondary glazing to all windows (except where double glazed). Fully renovated with new plaster, new boiler, hot water tank and plumbing, new electrics, new bathroom, new kitchen including white goods, oven and induction hob. New log burner and wooden flooring to the sitting room and renewed roofing with 10 year warranty. There is asbestos to the garage roof. Property renovation carried out in 2018.

Identity verification: Please note, Sandersons UK are obligated by law to undertake Anti Money Laundering (AML) Regulation checks on any purchaser who has an offer accepted on a property. We are required to use a specialist third party service to verify your identity. The cost of these checks is £60 inc. VAT per property and accepted offer. This is payable at the point an offer is accepted and our purchaser information form is completed, prior to issuing Memorandum of Sales to both parties respective conveyancing solicitors. This is a legal requirement and the charge is non-refundable.

Disclaimer: Sandersons and their clients state that these details are for general guidance only and accuracy cannot be guaranteed. They do not form any part of any contract. All measurements are approximate, and floor plans are for general indication only and are not measured accurate drawings. No guarantees are given with any mentioned planning permission or fitness for purpose. No appliances, equipment, fixture or fitting has been tested by us and items shown in photographs are not necessarily included. Buyers must satisfy themselves on all matters by inspection or through the conveyancing process.

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Band: C
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About Sandersons, Wells

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Sandersons UK are a proactive, forward thinking independent agent committed to meeting the highest standards in all aspects of their business. Sandersons UK specialise in residential sales - new, second hand, land acquisition, investment advice, lettings and management and block management with bespoke service options tailored to individual clients.

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* British Property Awards Gold Winner for best agent in Wells since inception in 2019

* In-house sales progression team. 94% of sales result in exchange, which is 15-20% higher than industry average (2024 stats)

Affordability

Monthly repayments£1,711
Property: £ 375,000
Deposit: £ 37,500
Interest rate: 4.5%
Term: 30 years
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