Manor house (with land) near Wells
Guide Price
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Added on 12/09/2025
- PROPERTY TYPE
Detached
- BEDROOMS
7
- BATHROOMS
4
- SIZE
5,997 sq ft
557 sq m
- TENUREDescribes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.
Freehold
Key features
- Great rural location yet only a mile from Wells on the lower slopes of the Mendip Hills
- Generous and flexible accommodation
- Outbuildings suited to many uses & with development potential - subject to consents
- 7 acres of grounds, woodland and meadow
- Grade ll* listed
- Stunning views
- Also available and adjoining - a bungalow and a further 19 acres
Description
MILTON MANOR
UPPER MILTON, OLD BRISTOL ROAD, WELLS, BA5 3AH
Wells 1 mile, Bristol Airport 15 miles, Frome 16 miles, Bristol/Bath 20 miles
A sublime 17th century manor house, enjoying spectacular views and a peaceful setting within the Mendip Hills AONB (National Landscape), yet only a few minutes’ drive from the centre of the Cathedral City of Wells, in the heart of Somerset.
The major regional cities of Bath and Bristol are both within 20 miles and less than an hour’s drive.
The house is Grade II* listed and has been extensively and sympathetically improved in recent years, preserving its intrinsic character while offering modern comfort. With exceptional appeal and generous accommodation of some 6,000 sq.ft. (557 sq.m), Milton Manor is complemented by substantial stone outbuildings, mature but manageable gardens, meadows, and woodland extending to over 7 acres.
Guide Price £2,250,000
(A further 19 acres of meadow and woodland, together with a detached bungalow, may be available by separate negotiation.)
Location
Upper Milton is a most attractive hamlet centred around the Manor itself, lying on the southern edge of the Mendip Hills amid rolling pastureland edged with dry stone walls and woodland of ancient native trees. It has an enduring, timeless quality that is increasingly rare.
Only a mile from Wells, and within easy reach of Bristol and Bath, this is a magical and romantic corner of Somerset. The Manor also enjoys far-reaching rural views that epitomise the beauty of the landscape.
Description
Dating back to the 17th century, with later Georgian and subsequent additions, Milton Manor is Grade II* listed. Built in stone under slated roofs with coped verges, it is a handsome house of great presence, with mullioned windows and side wings marked by front-facing gables.
The property retains an abundance of period features, including flagstone floors, chamfered beams, window shutters and seats, fireplaces, and early 18th-century panelling. These details are enhanced by thoughtful modern refinements, creating a home of immense style, character, and comfort.
Accommodation
The central plank door opens to a hall with flagstones, bookshelves, and access to both north and south wings.
This is a substantial house, extending to around 6,000 sq.ft. (557 sq.m) arranged over three floors.
On the ground floor are three principal reception rooms, each with its own distinct character. The drawing room has stone flooring and an inglenook fireplace with wood-burning stove; the elegant sitting room offers an open fireplace, panelling, a shell-hood recess and scalloped shelving; while the music room, equally suited as a dining room, lies adjacent to the kitchen. A comfortable panelled study provides an additional reception space.
The kitchen and breakfast room is bright and welcoming, with a large window seat, fitted units, and a range cooker. From here, doors lead to a substantial cold pantry and to utility and boot room areas, with store cupboards and plumbing for appliances. At the far end is a cloakroom.
The drawing room opens into the north wing, where an inner hall with staircase leads to the sitting room. From this hall there is also access to a crafts room with sink unit. Another door from the drawing room leads to a hall with cloakroom, external doors, and entrance to a large gym – a versatile room well-suited to many uses.
First floor
Both wings are served by dogleg staircases with balustrades and are joined by a corridor.
The south wing contains a luxurious suite comprising a spacious bedroom, bathroom, and fitted dressing room.
The north wing provides two bedrooms and a bathroom, accessed from the inner hall and connected by a corridor.
Second floor
This level contains four further bedrooms, together with a bathroom and separate shower room. Two of the bedrooms interconnect, and the floor is accessed by staircases from both wings.
In total, the accommodation includes 7 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms:
First floor: Master suite (bedroom, dressing room, bathroom) plus two further bedrooms and a bathroom.
Second floor: Four bedrooms, a bathroom, and a shower room.
Outbuildings
On the northern side of the house is a large yard, flanked by substantial stone outbuildings with tiled roofs, extending to well over 2,000 sq.ft. in total. These are suited to a variety of uses, with scope for development (subject to all necessary consents), and could provide extensive garaging, workshops, storage, or stabling as required.
Grounds
To the eastern front of the house lies a charming walled garden with lawns, pathways, and mature flower and shrub borders.
On the western side is a large, paved courtyard enjoying wonderful views over unspoilt countryside, with a paddock and gently sloping meadow beyond.
The eastern side of the house is sheltered by magnificent yew and cedar trees, with further lawned gardens leading to mature woodland containing yew, beech, ash, hazel, and sycamore.
In all, the grounds extend to over 7 acres.
Additional land and bungalow
Also, possibly available are a further 19 acres and a detached bungalow.
Further information from the Agents
Tenure and Other Points
Freehold. Grade ll* listed. Mains water and electricity. Private drainage. Oil fired central heating.
EPC Rating E. Council Tax Band G.
Rights of Way. A footpath runs on the north of the buildings and across the northern part of the adjacent meadow.
Directions
Post code BA5 3AH
What3words /// downs.rent.sensitive
About the area
Wells is the smallest city in England (population about 11,000) lying in beautiful countryside between the Somerset Levels and the Mendip Hills – an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Wells medieval centre has local markets twice a week, good restaurants, a thriving high street and many important ancient buildings, including the Cathedral and moated Bishops Palace and gardens. There are four major supermarkets on the edge of the city. Wells Leisure Centre has the usual facilities of gym and swimming pool to add to Wells Rugby Club, Tennis club, Bowling club and Golf course. Throughout the year Wells hosts festivals for Music, Literature, Art and Food, and has twinned links with Burgundy, the Rhineland and Northern Italy. There are many societies and clubs for those who would like to join a diverse social community.
The major towns of the area, Bristol, Bath, Taunton and Yeovil are all within commuting distance. There are excellent state & independent schools in the area which include several good primary schools, Wells Blue School, Strode College, Wells Cathedral School, Downside, All Hallows and Millfield .
Wells is a transport hub for bus services, including daily services to London. Main line trains run from Castle Cary and Bristol International Airport is 35 minutes’ drive away.
Important Notes
Roderick Thomas, their clients and any joint agents state that these details are for general guidance only and accuracy cannot be guaranteed. They do not constitute any part of any contract. All measurements are approximate and floor plans are to give a general indication only and are not measured accurate drawings. No guarantees are given with regard to planning permission or fitness for purpose. No apparatus, equipment, fixture or fitting has been tested. Items shown in photographs are not necessarily included. Buyers must rely on information passed between the solicitors with regard to items included in the sale. Purchasers must satisfy themselves on all matters by inspection or otherwise.
VIEWINGS. Interested parties are advised to check availability and current situation prior to travelling to see any property.
All viewings are by appointment with the Agents.
Roderick Thomas, 1 Priory Road, Wells, BA5 1SR.
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- Enclosed garden
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