Listed for £785,000
January 20, 2026
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First floor
The staircase from the hall rises to a landing with access to a part boarded loft. The main bedroom is a good size and has several fitted wardrobes and cupboards and a partly tiled en suite shower room. There are 4 other bedrooms (3 having hand basins) and a family bathroom. This has a walk-in shower area and a free-standing bath.
Outside
A neat, paved drive leads into the property and to a large parking area. Standing back behind the house is a detached garage with a pitched tiled roof and scope for 2 cars plus workshop and storage areas. It has electric and a side door. Behind the garage is an oil tank and garden shed. The house stands in around half an acre of gardens, mainly lawned with terraces, flower beds and a small pond. There's also a garden well. The garden is arranged for ease of management and there's great scope for landscaping for keen gardeners.
Tenure and other points
Freehold. Council Tax Band F. Mains water, electricity and private drainage. Oil central heating. Double glazed. EPC rating 49 Band E.
Directions
From our office proceed along Priory Road, straight on at the junction and at the roundabout turn right. Continue through the first traffic lights and at the next traffic lights turn left on to the Cheddar A371 road. Ignore the first left turn and a little further on take the left fork signposted Wedmore B3139. After a mile or so enter the village of Wookey through the 30 mph signs and turn right alongside the Burcott Inn on the right-hand side. Continue to a T junction. Turn left. Continue through the village, pass the Ring O'Bells is on the right-hand side. Continue and when the road bears left continue into Knowle Lane. Rushlands is the last but one house 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 a 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. Wells is a transport hub for bus services, including daily...
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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