Polsham, Wells, BA5

An extended, spacious and versatile property with accommodation measuring over 2500 Sq. Ft. Occupying a generous plot of 1.07 acre, the property includes four double bedrooms, two bathrooms, three reception rooms, a double garage, a range of superb outbuildings and extensive gated off-road parking. Viewings highly recommended. EPC rating C.


The property is entered into a central hall, which incorporates the staircase to the first floor accommodation and access to a downstairs WC. There are three separate reception rooms, offering flexibility to the layout and is ideal for families or those seeking a space to work from home. At one end of the house is the finely-proportioned family room, which is triple-aspect with an attractive fireplace and a set of double glazed patio doors opening out to the garden. This comfortable reception room is perfect for entertaining and enjoys lots of natural light. To the other side of the house is a sitting room and an adjoining living room, both of which have stone fireplaces and one with a wood burning stove. There is external access from the sitting room leading out to a patio seating area.

The kitchen is fitted with a range of matching floor and wall units, a breakfast bar and a tiled floor. There is an integrated dishwasher, a fridge/freezer and space for a freestanding range cooker (electric and gas). Located off the kitchen is a large double glazed conservatory, providing another room for seating and dining, with a further set of double doors plus a single door opening outside. Completing the ground floor accommodation is a useful utility room, which offers plumbing for a washing machine, additional floor and wall units and another external door. 

On the first floor, the landing gives access to all rooms as well as into the loft space. The master bedroom is spacious and dual-aspect, with double doors and a Juliet Balcony at one end. The master includes a superb walk-in wardrobe and has the advantage of its own en-suite shower room. There are three further double bedrooms, all with fitted wardrobes and the second bedroom benefitting from an adjoining WC and basin. The family bathroom is well-appointed and has been fitted with a roll-top bath, a bidet, a low-level WC, a pedestal wash hand basin and a shower cubicle. A pleasant rural outlook across the neighbouring countryside can be enjoyed from the first floor rooms.

OUTSIDE
Electrically operated double gates open into the driveway, which has been thoughtfully designed and affords extensive off-road parking. Accessed directly from the driveway is the detached double garage, which has an electric door, light, power, side access and a large loft with staircase providing accessible storage.

Little Orchard occupies a generous plot measuring 1.07 acre and incudes well-tended gardens, patio seating areas and a lovely orchard paddock, complete with field shelter. In addition, the property benefits from an excellent size open barn (23’7’’ x 22’), a workshop (18’4’’ x 12’6’’), a summerhouse and a shed.

Polsham is an attractive hamlet, rurally situated although conveniently accessed from the A39. The village is equidistant from both the Cathedral City of Wells and the unique market town of Glastonbury, with each around 3.5 miles away. There are many public footpaths within the vicinity making it ideal dog walking country and several public houses also within easy reach, in particular The Sheppey Inn at nearby Godney, which has an excellent reputation. Polsham is also convenient for a range of schooling options, including The Blue School (state secondary), Wells Cathedral School and Millfield.

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. In addition, there is a large bus/coach station providing links to other parts of the West Country. Bristol and Bath are readily accessible, as is Castle Cary to the south which has the nearest mainline train station to London Paddington (approx. 1 hour 40 mins).