Mendip Lea Close, Draycott Nr Cheddar & Wells

Tucked away in a peaceful cul de sac in the popular village of Draycott is this spacious extended detached family home.

The property has been thoughtfully extended in the past to provide generous and versatile living space, arranged over two floors and measuring just under 1,900 sq ft. The accommodation briefly comprises: entrance hallway with oak flooring, a comfortable living room with feature gas fire, separate dining room, study, fitted utility room, downstairs WC and a large kitchen/breakfast room. Upstairs there is a family bathroom and four bedrooms, all of which our doubles, and the master bedroom benefits from a large en suite shower room.

The house retains a number of attractive features from previous improvements, including oak frame feature window, granite kitchen work surfaces, integral appliances, ample built-in storage and quality finishes throughout. A recent addition is a new boiler fitted in 2024.

Outside, the property enjoys a quiet position in the cul de sac with lovely views of the southern escarpment of the Mendip Hills. To the front there is brick-paved off-street parking leading to a garage, while the rear garden offers a mix of lawn and patio, established planting including fruit trees – making it an excellent private outdoor space for families or entertaining.

Draycott itself is a sought-after village with local amenities close at hand, and is well placed for commuting to Cheddar, Wells, Weston-super-Mare, Bath and Bristol, as well as the M5 and Bristol Airport. The surrounding countryside provides a wealth of walking, riding and outdoor pursuits, with the Mendip Hills offering a particularly scenic backdrop.

What we love about this property...
We love how this home strikes the perfect balance between space, comfort and setting. The generous, thoughtfully extended layout makes it ideal for family life, with plenty of versatile rooms for working from home, entertaining, or simply relaxing. 

Situation
The Somerset village of Draycott is situated on the Wells side of Cheddar, being some seven miles from Wells itself. Its atmosphere is one of unspoilt charm, with a variety of different housing types from small cottages, bungalows, modern homes and larger period properties contribute to the individual character of the village. Local facilities include an infant's school, post office and pubs whilst more comprehensive range of facilities are available at Cheddar where there is also Fairlands Middle School and The Kings of Wessex Academy. Commuting is available, Bristol 20 miles, Weston-super-Mare 20 miles, Wells 7 miles and M5 junction 22 12 miles. Bristol airport is about 12 miles to the North. There is private schooling in the area at Millfield School, Street 12 miles and Wells Cathedral School 7 miles. The area around is well known for its beauty. The lovely cathedral city of Wells is a drive away, as is the famous beauty spot, Cheddar Gorge.

Directions
Travelling out of Cheddar on the A371 Draycott Road, go past Cheddar Football Club on your right hand side. Continue out of Cheddar and into Draycott and turn right into Back Lane. Follow the road down and it will bear to the left. Mendip Lea Close can be found on your right and the property can be found around the corner on your right hand side.