A spacious and attractive 5 bedroom house in a popular village within easy reach of Wells, Frome and Bath.

7 THE GRANARY OAKHILL, BA3 5FH
Wells 6.5miles, Frome 11miles, Bath 15 miles, Bristol Airport 18.6miles.

Summary
A spacious and attractive 5 bedroom house in a popular village within easy reach of Wells, Frome and Bath.This unique and appealing house has lots of great living space centred on the first floor with a kitchen and a 29ft. sitting/dining room with french doors to an inner courtyard terrace. The bedrooms, bathrooms and other rooms are on the first and second floors. These include 5 bedrooms, 3 bath or shower rooms, a large store and a utility room.In addition to the inner courtyard there is a mainly walled private courtyard at the front of the house together with a parking area.

Location
Oakhill is a very attractive village that proudly displays its historic heritage. It boasts a fabulous gastro pub, popular primary school, Doctors surgery, church, community cafe and a myriad of wonderful countryside walks. It is within easy commuting distance of Bath and Bristol with Wells and Frome even nearer.

Description
This charming historic property was built around 1857 and converted to residential use about 17 years ago. Located in a smart, private, gated complex, it offers spacious and very comfortable accommodation over three floors.The property is approached from a gravel drive which leads to the enclosed courtyard garden. An attractive timber clad, covered porch provides a dry place for boots and coats.

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The front door opens to a very generous hallway with attractive oak floorboards. The central hall serves three double bedrooms (two with fitted wardrobes) and a shower room with basin and wc.There's also a storeroom/airing cupboard with the boiler and cylinder and well fitted utility room. This has dark granite worksurfaces, cream fitted units, a Belfast sink and space for both a washing machine and a tumble dryer. It should be noted that this could easily be converted to a second kitchen if required.

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Carpeted stairs lead from the hallway to the first floor landing. Double doors open to a large, light and very attractive sitting room/dining room with gorgeous oak flooring. The whole room is flooded with light from the windows and doors at the rear that open to the terrace. The kitchen is through double doors from the dining room area. It is fitted with the same dark granite work surfaces and cream units as the utility room, with an integrated extractor, gas hob and electric oven, Belfast sink and space for a free-standing dishwasher and a fridge freezer.Stairs continue up from the landing to the second floor where there are 2 further double bedrooms, one with an ensuite shower room and one with an ensuite bathroom. Both have large built-in cupboards and two roof lights.

Outside
Off street parking for one vehicle is located at the front of the property and a timber fence encloses the southwest facing front garden. This is currently gravelled with attractive planted containers and there is also a handy garden shed. To the rear of the property, on the first floor, is an enclosed roof terrace. This is a very sheltered and appealing outside space directly off the sitting room.

Other Points
Freehold. Mains electricity, gas, water and drainage. EPC rating C and Council Tax Band F. Gas central heating.

About the Area
The small village of Oakhill stands on the beautiful Mendip Hills, 7 miles north of Wells and about 15 miles and 18 miles south of Bath and Bristol respectively. It has regular buses to Wells, Bath, Midsomer Norton, Bruton and Strode College.Wells, the smallest city in England (population about 11,000), has local markets twice a week and many medieval buildings including the Cathedral and moated Bishops Palace. It has a busy local shopping centre and a broad range of societies and activities.Bristol and Bath are both fine historic cities which are rapidly growing economic centres.There are good communications with the A37 nearby and fast speed train services from Castle Cary (11 miles south) or Bath Spa (about 11 miles). The airport is about 17 miles away.

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The village has a church, a well regarded primary school, a gastro pub and an active and friendly community with many local events. Babington House and Vobster Quay open water swimming and diving centre are within about 8 miles.There are excellent state & independent schools in the area including Wells Blue School, Wells Cathedral School, Millfield, Downside and All Hallows plus those in nearby Bruton and Bristol and Bath.The landscape of the area has changed little over the centuries because of strict planning laws and careful stewardship by landowners. This beautiful countryside is very accessible with small quiet lanes and numerous footpaths, which make it very pleasant for walkers and cyclists. There are also numerous sporting, cultural and social activities and organisations available.

Directions
On entering Oakhill from the south (Shepton Mallet direction) continue into the village and take the first left. Continue for a few hundred yards along the High Street and the gates of The Granary will be on your left. Number 7 is the first property on the left as you enter the gates.

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.

Council Tax Band: F
Tenure: Freehold