2 bedroom apartment for sale

Central, spacious and stylish, recenty refurbished, 2 bedroom maisonette with courtyard garden, parking AND a garage!

NUMBER 3, 23 CHAMBERLAIN STREET, WELLS, SOMERSET, BA5 2PQ
Superb, central, 2 bedroom maisonette, part of substantial and imposing Grade 11 listed Georgian townhouse, thought to date from late 18th Century which has been divided into four. Renovated to a high specification with open plan living, a parking space, garage and private rear courtyard. A secure communal entrance hall leads to a small separate hall, large open plan sitting/dining room and kitchen. Upstairs there are two bedrooms and a family bathroom.Outside there is a private courtyard garden, single garage and an allocated private parking space.

Location
Chamberlain Street is a quiet and popular residential road within a conservation area which mainly includes period properties reflecting the character of England's smallest and very beautiful Cathedral City with its population of about 12,500.Wells has a medieval marketplace, a good range of shops and a wide variety of amenities plus social and sporting associations and clubs. Although the house is very quiet, the high street and market square are just a few yards away. Concerts, performances on the cathedral green, and the cathedral itself are all within very easy walking distance.

Description
An excellent opportunity to acquire a recently renovated, practical and beautifully laid out home with smart, bright and fresh accommodation in the heart of arguably one of the most charming cities in England.It has the added benefit of a lockable garage, car parking space and a private courtyard garden. All four houses in the conversion are occupied long-term with lovingly maintained gardens. None are available for Airbnb or other short-term holiday lets.

Accommodation
The main front door opens to a communal corridor which leads through the building out to the rear garden. On the left of the corridor is the front door to the apartment, which opens to an entrance hall with a doorway to a wonderfully spacious open plan living/dining room and kitchen, with smart, wood-effect flooring throughout. This fabulous space is versatile and can be configured to suit your needs. Currently it is arranged with a cosy seating area by the original attractive stone fireplace with a dining table and chairs alongside the kitchen area. The kitchen is contemporary and stylish with an attractive breakfast bar, integrated fridge/freezer, dishwasher, oven, electric hob, extractor. Under unit lights ensure this is a bright space for working and preparing food. Two large, new, double glazed, wooden sash windows flood the living area with natural light.

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Stairs, illuminated by a roof light, rise to the first floor, where there is a very smart family bathroom with vanity unit and neutral tiling. To the front are 2 good-sized bedrooms, one of which has large built-in wardrobes. On the landing there is a large cupboard, which houses the boiler and offers plenty of additional storage.Outside there is a courtyard garden which is a quarter share of the original back garden. It is a delightful private, screened space with floral beds and a paved terrace providing a charming area for alfresco dining. From here a door opens into the back of the single garage which has been arranged to provide additional storage in the roof space. A communal gate opens to Union Street carpark where you will find the private parking space in front of the manual up-and-over door into the garage.

Tenure and other Points
Freehold (each apartment has a ¼ share of the freehold). Grade 11 Listed, in a conservation area. Mains gas, water, drainage and electricity. Council Tax Band B. EPC Rating N/A.

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.

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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
IMPORTANT NOTICERoderick 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: B
Tenure: Freehold