4 Bedrooms House - For Sale
Long Street, Croscombe, Wells Guide Price £775,000
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Nestled in the heart of the picturesque village of Croscombe, Elderwell is a detached property offering a rare blend of character, space, and privacy. With four double bedrooms, multiple reception rooms, a secluded garden, heated swimming pool, and double garage with plenty of driveway parking,...
About the Property:
Tucked away behind its own double garage, Elderwell unfolds across several levels into a distinctive and character-rich residence. The expansive garden is a true haven—featuring rose-covered terraces, a summer house, a private heated swimming pool, and a peaceful lawn framed by mature planting. Inside, the home retains a wealth of period charm, complemented by thoughtful updates and spacious, light-filled rooms.
About the inside:
Step into a welcoming entrance hall with ample built-in storage, leading into a generous dining room with warm wooden floors and exposed ceiling beams. Double doors open into the main living room—a beautiful space with a feature stone fireplace and a striking stained glass window, perfect for entertaining or relaxing by the fire.
From the dining room, steps ascend to a well-appointed kitchen with flagstone floors, shaker-style cabinetry, and a large gas range cooker. A separate utility room with a stable door leads directly to the garden.
A private double bedroom above the garage includes extensive built-in wardrobes and is served by an adjacent study and a cloakroom—ideal for guests, home working, or multi-generational living.
The first floor offers two further double bedrooms and a stylish family bathroom, while the top floor is home to a stunning principal bedroom with vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, and a contemporary en-suite shower room.
About the outside:
The front of the property features a paved driveway with space for multiple vehicles and access to a double garage. A timber gate opens to a sheltered path leading to the main entrance. Beyond, the garden unfolds into a series of terraced levels: a raised fish pond, sunny seating areas, a summer house, and a generous lawn provide a picturesque backdrop for outdoor living and entertaining. A private swimming pool adds the finishing touch to this unique and idyllic setting. A stone outbuilding offers additional garden storage.
Elderwell is a rare find in a highly sought-after village. Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the space, charm, and lifestyle it offers.
About the area:
Elderwell is situated in the picturesque village of Croscombe which is a highly sought after location due to its close proximity to Wells and is a warm, welcoming community. Within the village there is a popular school, public house with community shop and an active church, Village Hall and playground.
The nearby historic cathedral city of Wells is the smallest city in England and offers a range of shopping facilities including a high proportion of independent shops and boutiques, banks, restaurants, public houses, cinema and churches. The stunning market square holds a farmer’s market on Wednesday and Saturday.
The Georgian city of Bath and the regional centre of Bristol are also within good commuting distance, while Castle Cary Station with links to London Paddington and Exeter is a ten minute drive away. Bristol International Airport is 20 miles away.
There are excellent schools in Wells and the surrounding area including highly regarded primary school in the village, the extremely sought after Wells Blue secondary school, Wells Cathedral School, Downside School, All Hallows Preparatory School and Millfield.
The area is also well known for its variety of sporting and leisure facilities and for walking and cycling while sailing and fishing can be pursued at Chew Valley Lake. Leisure centres can be found at Wells and Shepton Mallet. Wells, Mendip and Farrington Golf courses are conveniently located close by.
Useful Information.
Postcode - BA5 3QH
W3W - commuted.airliners.tickets
Local Authority - Somerset Council
Services – Mains Gas, Mains Electric, Mains Water & Drainage
Council Tax - Band E
Energy Performance Certificate Rating - C
Tenure - Freehold
