2 bedroom semi-detached bungalow for sale

WISTOFT,

2 COMBE BATCH RISE, WEDMORE, SOMERSET, BS28 4DT

A rare opportunity to acquire a very appealing bungalow with attractive views, 2 bedrooms, plenty of parking, gardens to the front and rear, within walking distance of the centre of Wedmore.

The accommodation includes a central entrance hall, sitting room, 2 bedrooms, a shower room, dining room and kitchen.

There is a garden to the front and rear, a tarmac drive with parking for several vehicles, and a large garage with workshop.

Location

A highly desirable, residential area, on the east of the village, elevated, with lovely views and with an easy walk into the centre.

Wedmore is a quintessential, English village. It boasts amongst other things, clothes and shoe shops, a fishmonger and greengrocer, a fabulous deli, gallery and a wonderful corner shop. There are also cafés, various restaurants including an Indian Restaurant and 3 pubs. The Village Hall provides a venue for a range of eclectic events throughout the year. St. Mary’s church is a welcoming hub in the village, again with many events throughout the year.

There are various sports clubs including tennis, and bowls.

Wells is 8 miles east offering further facilities and the M5 is a similar distance to the west, plus Bristol Airport is only 14 miles north.

Description

A super 2 bedroom bungalow with enviable views, a wet room, attractive, mature gardens, parking and a garage. In an excellent location with walking access, on quiet, residential roads, to the centre of a very popular and vibrant village, arguably one of the most desirable villages in Somerset.

Accommodation

The central front door opens to a hallway. To the left is a spacious sitting room with large window which embraces a view to the west, over rooftops, to Lascott Hill on the far side of the village. A gas fire is a focal point in this appealing room. There are 2 bedrooms, one has built in wardrobes, a wet room which has ‘carers’ doors to the shower for ease. The dining room is to the right of the hall and it leads seamlessly to the kitchen which has fitted units and a view of the rear garden. There is a fridge/freezer, gas stove and washing machine. An exterior door leads to the drive.

Outside

A long drive offers plenty of space for parking. Steps rise to the front door and the front garden is a combination of lawns and floral borders with mature shrubs. The drive continues to the side of the house to the garage, which has an up and over door and electricity. It is an excellent size with eaves storage and a workshop area with window, perfect for pottering. A door opens from the garage into the garden.

A timber garden gate opens from the drive into the enclosed rear garden. There is a paved terrace beside the house with retaining wall, floral beds and steps up to the lawned area. The garden has great privacy with views of the Mendips in the north and mature shrubs to the east.

Tenure and Other Points

Freehold. Mains gas, water, drainage and electricity. Gas central heating and hot water. New double glazing throughout in December 2024. Council Tax Band C. EPC Rating TBC.

About the area

The Saxon village of Wedmore has existed for well over a thousand years and is a delightful and extremely active centre. There are historic buildings including the medieval church next to an old coaching inn, interesting and varied shops including essentials such as the newsagent, butcher, chemist etc. together with others usually only found in larger county towns, plus pubs, restaurants and tearooms. There is a wide range of clubs and societies, cultural and sporting. Most sports activities are catered for in the area. Swimming pools at both Cheddar and Wells; Sailing and Windsurfing Clubs at Cheddar Reservoir; the Badgworth Equestrian Centre and the Wedmore 18 Hole Golf Course; In addition there are floodlit Astroturf Tennis Courts, Indoor and Outdoor Bowling Greens, Football and Cricket pitches and a Children’s Play Area.

The Cathedral City of Wells is approximately 7 miles away and also provides a good range of business, recreational and shopping facilities. City shopping centres are available at Taunton, Bath and Bristol (each approximately 25 miles away). Communications in the area are good with access to the M5 (J22 - 10 minutes) connecting to M4 (J16). A local train service from Highbridge (7 miles) links with the Intercity train services at Taunton and Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddington taking approximately 11/2 hours. Bristol International Airport is 15 miles away.

There are excellent state and independent schools in the area including Wedmore First School, Hugh Sexeys Middle School which has an Outstanding 2007 Ofsted rating and the high performing Kings of Wessex Upper School. The Independent schools include Wells Cathedral School, Sidcot, Millfield, Taunton School, King’s Bruton, All Hallows and Downside.

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.