Listed for £500,000
January 18, 2026
Sold for £440,000
2021
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Outside: To the front of this handsome house is a pretty south facing courtyard garden enclosed by original city walls. The space is arranged with paved and gravelled areas, planting and room for seating creating a private and manageable outdoor setting. The courtyard is particularly well positioned for sunlight and offers a quiet retreat given its central location. There is a parking space provided.
Location: Penn Place is a particularly peaceful and secluded setting, just a short walk from Wells High Street, the bustling Market Place and the Cathedral. This historic city provides a range of local amenities with four supermarkets (Waitrose being the closest), a cinema, leisure centre, numerous coffee shops, pubs and restaurants to choose from, several dentists and doctors, some fabulous independent shops and even some art shops for those seeking something a little different. There are also famous historical landmarks such as the Cathedral and Bishop's Palace, as well as the popular twice weekly produce market and Cedars Hall offering a range of cultural events throughout the year. There are excellent state schools in the vicinity, including Stoberry Park School, St Cuthbert's CofE Junior School, St Joseph and St Teresa Catholic Primary School and The Blue School as well as independent schools including Wells Cathedral School on your doorstep. The towns of Glastonbury, Street and Shepton Mallet are all close by and the Cities of Bath and Bristol are within easy reach both by car and by public transport. Bristol International Airport is less than 30 minutes away by car and Castle Cary Mainline station (12 miles) provides excellent rail links to London Paddington.
Directions: SatNav = BA5 1DS. What3Words = ///enhances.studs.knots
Council Tax: Band E (correct at the time of marketing). Local Authority: Somerset Council
Services: Mains water, gas central heating, drainage and electricity.
Tenure: Freehold. The property is sold with vacant possession upon completion.
Additional Property Notes: The property is in the curtilage of a listed building and is in a conservation area. The property is of traditional construction and was converted approx 13 years ago. Service charge for upkeep of parking area, gates, exterior lighting and garden border. Further details will be provided by the seller’s solicitors during the conveyancing process.
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