Squareacre

SQUAREACRE, POLSHAM, WELLS, BA5 1 RR

SQUAREACRE
POLSHAM, WELLS, BA5 1 RR
Situated in a quiet country lane 3 miles from the Cathedral City of Wells & 3 miles from Glastonbury Town

Summary

A fine, semi-detached Edwardian House standing in its own mature grounds with land between Wells and Glastonbury.

The comfortable accommodation includes a hall, conservatory, sitting room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, boot room, utility room, bedroom, shower room, store and on the first floor 4 bedrooms, bathroom and en suite shower room. In all 5 bedrooms and 3 bath or shower rooms. Double glazing and oil central heating.

Outbuildings include a field barn and an exceptional garage/workshop and store.

Outside are mainly lawned gardens, a paddock and a level and gently sloping meadow of towards 3 acres. The property totals towards 3.5 acres.

Location

Polsham is a hamlet about 3 miles south of Wells and about the same distance north of Glastonbury. Squareacre is over half a mile from the main road being approached from a quiet country lane which leads to Godney and accessible countryside.
Squareacre is a very desirable south facing property with the house standing well back from the lane within its own grounds

Description

Squareacre includes a handsome Edwardian house, enhanced by wisteria and climbing roses, which faces south across its lawned gardens, bounded by mature trees, hedges and substantial timber fencing. It has views across the beautiful countryside to Glastonbury Tor to the south and the Mendip Hills above Wells to the north.
A paved drive sweeps in through double timber gates and continues through the garden to a large parking area flanked by the house and a small orchard area. The house has brick elevations under a tiled roof and has comfortable, easily managed accommodation designed for country living.

Accommodation

Entrance is into a hallway with tiled flooring, a boot room and the staircase. Adjacent is the conservatory surrounded by a terrace of timber decking.

Both the sitting and dining rooms have Jetmaster fires on slate hearths with wood mantlepiece surrounds.
The kitchen/breakfast room is the heart of the house. It has a tiled floor, a stable door to the utility room and a well fitted kitchen area. This has fitted units, a larder and appliances including a dishwasher and a gas double oven and hob. There's also plenty of space for a breakfast table.

The utility room has a Belfast sink plus space and plumbing for a washing machine. There is a covered well which is fed from natural spring water situated in the utility floor. Leading off are a bedroom (with double French doors to the garden) and a shower room. (This bedroom is equally suited as an office.)

First Floor

There are 4 bedrooms and a family bathroom on the first floor.
One of the bedrooms has an en suite shower room, one has a dressing room and French doors to a balcony, and one has a study area and sleeping shelf.

Outside

In front of the house is a large lawned garden sheltered and screened by Walnut and Eucalyptus trees. An interesting detail is an owl box used by Tawny Owls
At the back of the house is an enclosed yard and store building. This is linked to the bedroom by the roof and could easily provide further accommodation if needed.
Beyond the yard are lawns and terraces and a small rose clad store shed.

Outbuildings

There is an excellent triple garage /workshop with services, a 5m inspection pit and a resin floor. At the end of the building is a store shed.
Close by is a barn with Yorkshire boarding and is ideal for storage and easily used as stabling. Also, it has a concrete yard.

The land and wildlife.

Beyond the buildings are a paddock and the meadow of permanent pasture. The owners currently maintain a small flock of sheep and the land is ideal for this use and also for equestrian use.
The wildlife is exceptional in this area and is renowned for the murmuration of starlings and the variety of birdlife including owls, geese and hawks. There are many Swans and standing below flying Swans is a wonderful experience.
Nearby are various nature reserves and there are many droves and footpaths ideal for country access.

Other points

Freehold. Not listed. Private drainage with a shared system with the adjacent house. Mains water and electricity. Oil central heating. LPG bottled gas. Council Tax Band E. EPC rating 45 Band (E). Mendip District Council Tel: .

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 Notice

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. 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.