4 bedroom detached house for sale

NOVARA HOUSE, 6 NORTH ROAD

WELLS BA5 2TJ

A rare opportunity to acquire a substantial and beautifully presented home of considerable style and quality, set within generous grounds in one of Wells’ most sought-after locations.

A stunning light filled 4 bedroom house located with a short level walk (approximately 500 metres) of Wells Cathedral, the market square and the high street.

Set discreetly within its own generous grounds behind an attractive high stone wall, this exceptional house has been the subject of an extensive and imaginative programme of redevelopment and enlargement. The result is a beautifully appointed and highly individual home offering light filled, versatile accommodation ideally suited to modern living with a large and private garden.

Location

North Road is widely regarded as one of the Wells’ most desirable residential addresses, being conveniently placed for the city centre, schools and a wide range of amenities, whilst also offering easy access to the surrounding countryside, including the nearby Mendip Hills.

Accommodation

The generous accommodation is thoughtfully arranged, from the entrance hall the fabulous open plan living spaces which incorporate the kitchen, dining and sitting room with two sets of bifold doors all fitted with electric blinds as well as a useful additional study area – an impressive and sociable heart to the house. In addition, there is a further reception room offering a more formal sitting room to the front of the house. There is a downstairs cloakroom with loo and shower, a well planned utility room with a door to the outside and a generous larder cupboard.

On the first floor are four excellent double bedrooms (two enjoying views towards the Cathedral) together with two bathrooms. The main bedroom has excellent cupboards along with double doors opening onto a glass fronted Juliet balcony and a spacious ensuite bathroom with both bath and separate shower. This room is large enough to be divided to create a 5th bedroom if required.

The house extends to approximately 2,600 sq ft and is finished to a high standard throughout, with quality features including engineered oak and slate flooring, aluminium windows, oak internal joinery and aa well equipped contemporary kitchen with integrated appliances and central island. Heating is provided via gas fired central heating with zoned underfloor heating to the ground floor and bathrooms.

Outside

The property is approached via double timber gates opening into a substantial gravelled courtyard providing parking for numerous vehicles, together with a double garage offering further potential (subject to any necessary consents). To the south side lies a particularly attractive and private garden, enjoying a sunny aspect and extending to just over a quarter of an acre – quite rare for such a central position within Wells. The garden includes a terrace adjoining the house, ideal for outdoor entertaining together with lawned area, mature planting and a productive kitchen garden with raised beds and greenhouse and additional useful shed.

Tenure and other points

Freehold. Within a conservation area.

Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage.

EPC Council tax band G.

Directions

From the centre of Wells take the turning into College Road from the corner of The Liberty, turn right at the top and Novaro House, 6 North Road can be found just a few doors along on the right hand side.

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

Please see all the notes below – particularly the section referring to identity and AML requirements

Identity verification & Anti Money Laundering (AML) Requirements.

As Estate Agents we are require by law to undertake Anti Money Laundering (AML) Regulation checks on any purchaser who has an offer accepted on a property.

We are required to use a specialist third party service to verify the purchaser(s) identity.

The cost of these checks is £60 (inc. VAT) per person. This is payable at the point an offer is accepted and our purchaser information forms completed, prior to issuing Memorandum of Sales to both sellers and buyers and their respective conveyancing solicitors. This is a legal requirement and the charge is non-refundable.

Property Details

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.

P.S.

A few extra comments.

Mortgages – we can help.

Bridging loans – We can help.

Moving house is complicated and stressful when a sale and purchase needs to be tied together in terms of finance and timing.

Sometimes we can negotiate an agreement to suit both sellers and buyers.

Sometimes a bridging loan can solve problems and remove stress.

Call us for information on any of these points