1 Princes Road, Wells, Somerset, BA5 2DT

Comprises an end-of-terrace mixed-use investment property providing two ground floor retail units together with a self-contained residential flat.

The property offers an attractive investment opportunity, with both retail units currently let (with scope for rental increase) and strong underlying demand for residential accommodation within Wells. Further documentation is available within the Auction Legal Pack.

To Be Sold by AUCTION ON THURSDAY 26TH NOVEMBER 2026, 12 MIDDAY AT THE THEATRE, THE ROYAL BATH AND WEST SHOWGROUND, SHEPTON MALLET, BA4 6QN. BID REMOTELY VIA LIVESTREAM, IN PERSON OR PROXY.

Comprises an end-of-terrace mixed-use investment property providing two ground floor retail units together with a self-contained residential flat. The property has benefitted from recent improvements, including the installation of a new roof and internal redecoration of the residential accommodation. As shown on the enclosed floor plan, the flat is accessed from the rear of the property via an enclosed courtyard garden. The tattoo studio also benefits from an area of external space, currently utilised for storage purposes.

The property occupies a convenient and accessible position within the City of Wells, situated close to the City centre and its wide range of amenities, including retail, leisure and professional services. Benefiting from good connectivity to the wider road network, with nearby access to the A39 and A371 providing links to Bath, Shepton Mallet and the surrounding Somerset area.

Freehold.
55 Ground Floor Shop - Currently Let to Leon's Gentleman's Hair Stylist under a monthly periodic tenancy. Rent: £250 pcm.
55A, Ground Floor Shop - Currently Let to Last Dragon Tattooist under a monthly periodic tenancy. Rent: £283 pcm.
Flat: First Floor Flat - Vacant. Suggested rent: £850 plus pcm.
Copies of the lease agreements are available on request.


Services: We understand mains water, electricity and drainage are connected. Potential purchasers are advised to make their own enquiries into the adequacy and availability of any services.

EPCS - 55: D81 , 55a: C66

Strictly by appointment only through the agents Cooper and Tanner 1908 Ltd.
Telephone


The purchase price is not subject to VAT

Registering to bid and Administration fee
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Fees
Potential buyers should be aware that there may be additional fees payable to the Vendor's solicitor on completion of the sale, details of which will be contained within the auction pack for each lot. At the launch of the property onto the market this information is not always available and so interested parties must refer to the auction pack and satisfy their enquiries.

Deposit
Successful bidders will be required to pay to the Cooper and Tanner Client Account the deposit of 10% of the purchase price within 24 hours of the auction. The account details will be provided to the successful bidder on conclusion of the auction. Once funds are cleared, they will be transferred on to the account of the solicitor acting for the seller. Please ensure that funds are in an account suitable to be able to make an Electronic Transfer from

Solicitors
Chubb Bullied, Wells
Telephone:
Laura Maden acting



To Be Sold By Auction

Auction Guide £190,000 to £210,000

Thursday 26th November 2026, 12 Midday

The Theatre, The Royal Bath and West Showground,
Shepton Mallet, BA4 6QN
Bid remotely via Livestream, in person or by proxy


Mixed Use Investment

2 Ground Floor Retail Units

First Floor Self Contained Residential Flat

Completion set for 17th December 2026

Annual Rental Income £16596