5 Bedroom Detached for sale in Wells, BA5
Rookham Hill, Rookham, Wells, BA5£1,000,000
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An exceptional property in a quiet area, just outside Wells and enjoying a wonderful south facing position with fabulous views. The house has a quite superb position in an entirely private setting in gardens and woodland of around 4 acres with a further 10 acres available by negotiation.
IVY COTTAGE, ROOKHAM HILL (THE OLD BRISTOL ROAD), ROOKHAM BA5 3AL
An exceptional property in a quiet, little known area, just outside Wells and enjoying a wonderful south facing position with fabulous views.Originally a gamekeeper's cottage the house has a quite superb location and position in an entirely private setting in gardens and woodland of around four acres with a further ten acres available by negotiation.The house includes an entrance hall, 4 reception rooms, kitchen & breakfast room, , utility, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a self-contained annexe with a sitting room, kitchen, bedroom and shower room.
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.
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Rookham Hill lies just north of wells on the south facing foothills of the Mendips and is an entirely unspoilt beautiful countryside with small fields and woodland. There is easy access to the countryside with many footpaths and bridleways.The lane which runs from Wells up Rookham Hill was at one time the road to Bristol but has been bypassed for many years and is now little used. Ivy Cottage stands well back from the lane in a very quiet setting and is about 2 miles into Wells.
Accommodation
Ivy Cottage was originally a gamekeepers cottage and has been enlarged and improved over the years and is now an extremely comfortable family home. A drive leads into the property and to a parking area adjacent to the house which has a stunning view and outlook. The front door leads into a porch and hallway with the staircase and a cloakroom with a hand basin and wc.There are 4 reception rooms and these include a snug approached through double doors from the hall. Off this room is the breakfast room which has 3 sided bench oak seating with a central breakfast table. Adjacent is the kitchen which is well equipped and fitted out with an extensive range of units, an integral cooking hob and oven. Next to the kitchen is a utility room with more units.
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Beyond is the dining room which has a double aspect and an archway through into the large sitting room with ceiling beams and a stone inglenook with a wood burning stove.Off the sitting room is a living room again with an ingle nook fireplace. This has a wood burning stove with a back boiler which runs the central heating.In the first floor the large master bedroom has a double aspect and an en suite bathroom with tiling a shower cubicle , basin and wc.There are 3 further bedrooms and a family bathroom with tiling, a basin, wc and bath.
Annexe
On the east side of the house a garage building was built and part has beed adapted to provide a self contained annexe. This includes a sitting room, bedroom, kitchen and shower room.The remainder of the garage is used as a store.
Outside
Where the drive enters the property is an outbuilding and kennel. The drive leads to a parking and turning area in front of the house which is surrounded by its quite delightful gardens which are mainly lawned intermingled with various mature trees and shrubs. Behind the house are several acres of beautiful mature woodland. The house and grounds have a wonderful rustic simplicity which is rarely found and must be viewed to be fully appreciated.
Details
Tenure. The property is freehold with vacant possession on completion.Services. Mains water and electricity are connected. private drainage. Solid fuel central heating system with radiators with a back boiler in the living room stove.
Directions
From our office continue along Priory Road. Take the first right. Continue straight through the traffic lights, follow the road around past the petrol station and at the mini-roundabout turn left, past Waitrose (on your right) and at the traffic lights turn right. Continue to the next traffic lights and turn left. This is the Bristol Road. Continue for 200 yards, take the first left and then turn immediately right onto the Old Bristol Road. Continue for 1.3 miles and the property can be seen on the right hand side with the driveway leading in.
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.
IVY COTTAGE, ROOKHAM HILL (THE OLD BRISTOL ROAD), ROOKHAM BA5 3AL
An exceptional property in a quiet, little known area, just outside Wells and enjoying a wonderful south facing position with fabulous views.Originally a gamekeeper's cottage the house has a quite superb location and position in an entirely private setting in gardens and woodland of around four acres with a further ten acres available by negotiation.The house includes an entrance hall, 4 reception rooms, kitchen & breakfast room, , utility, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a self-contained annexe with a sitting room, kitchen, bedroom and shower room.
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.
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Rookham Hill lies just north of wells on the south facing foothills of the Mendips and is an entirely unspoilt beautiful countryside with small fields and woodland. There is easy access to the countryside with many footpaths and bridleways.The lane which runs from Wells up Rookham Hill was at one time the road to Bristol but has been bypassed for many years and is now little used. Ivy Cottage stands well back from the lane in a very quiet setting and is about 2 miles into Wells.
Accommodation
Ivy Cottage was originally a gamekeepers cottage and has been enlarged and improved over the years and is now an extremely comfortable family home. A drive leads into the property and to a parking area adjacent to the house which has a stunning view and outlook. The front door leads into a porch and hallway with the staircase and a cloakroom with a hand basin and wc.There are 4 reception rooms and these include a snug approached through double doors from the hall. Off this room is the breakfast room which has 3 sided bench oak seating with a central breakfast table. Adjacent is the kitchen which is well equipped and fitted out with an extensive range of units, an integral cooking hob and oven. Next to the kitchen is a utility room with more units.
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Beyond is the dining room which has a double aspect and an archway through into the large sitting room with ceiling beams and a stone inglenook with a wood burning stove.Off the sitting room is a living room again with an ingle nook fireplace. This has a wood burning stove with a back boiler which runs the central heating.In the first floor the large master bedroom has a double aspect and an en suite bathroom with tiling a shower cubicle , basin and wc.There are 3 further bedrooms and a family bathroom with tiling, a basin, wc and bath.
Annexe
On the east side of the house a garage building was built and part has beed adapted to provide a self contained annexe. This includes a sitting room, bedroom, kitchen and shower room.The remainder of the garage is used as a store.
Outside
Where the drive enters the property is an outbuilding and kennel. The drive leads to a parking and turning area in front of the house which is surrounded by its quite delightful gardens which are mainly lawned intermingled with various mature trees and shrubs. Behind the house are several acres of beautiful mature woodland. The house and grounds have a wonderful rustic simplicity which is rarely found and must be viewed to be fully appreciated.
Details
Tenure. The property is freehold with vacant possession on completion.Services. Mains water and electricity are connected. private drainage. Solid fuel central heating system with radiators with a back boiler in the living room stove.
Directions
From our office continue along Priory Road. Take the first right. Continue straight through the traffic lights, follow the road around past the petrol station and at the mini-roundabout turn left, past Waitrose (on your right) and at the traffic lights turn right. Continue to the next traffic lights and turn left. This is the Bristol Road. Continue for 200 yards, take the first left and then turn immediately right onto the Old Bristol Road. Continue for 1.3 miles and the property can be seen on the right hand side with the driveway leading in.
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.
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