Wells-next-the-Sea

Just set back from the High Street, in what our vendor describes as a friendly lane with lovely neighbours, quietly located behind its part walled garden, ensuring privacy, sits Baileywick Cottage.

Local historians have suggested the property may have been a standing arena for the local theatre or a barn. It has housed various businesses and nestles beside the old St John's ambulance rooms. Our vendors have completely renovated the property to provide an idyllic holiday let which consistently receives commendations from its guests, who recognise the high specification finish.

Upon entering the cottage via its front porch into the open-plan living area, you feel instantly comforted by its calmness. The kitchen is delightfully fitted and incorporates a super dining area, where the window seat is a favourite spot to watch life passing by on the High Street, which could include locals, holidaymakers, dog walkers, horses and the much loved alpacas. The sitting area is made cosy by its wood-burning stove and the exposed flint wall is a stunning nod to its past. The cottage holds a very special memory, when our vendors spent their favourite family Christmas there, during the Covid pandemic.

Upstairs the principal bedroom is sumptuously dressed and nicely light with its dual aspect. The second bedroom currently boasts twin beds and both rooms are served by a high specification shower room.

The outside space is much enjoyed in the morning sunshine sipping a coffee, allowing space and time to ponder times past.

Our vendors enjoy the beach and the pinewoods, strolling along Staithe Street and The Buttlands, visiting cafes, bars and restaurants. They also enjoy travelling to the surrounding towns and villages sampling their eateries.

They consider little has changed in Wells during their ownership of their quirky, characterful, beautiful, Baileywick Cottage and wouldn't be considering selling but for needing more space with their growing family.  

WELLS-NEXT-THE-SEA Wonderful Wells! With its sandy beach and pretty candy-striped huts, it's easy to understand why this sleepy coastal town is a Mecca for day trippers and holiday makers, but there are plenty of reasons to make Wells-next-the-Sea your permanent home and explore this sweet spot forever.

There are plenty of ways to explore the waterways that surround the area. For a nautical adventure, jump aboard one of the Coastal Exploration Company's traditional wooden sailing boats and adventure hidden creeks, marshes and open sea. Or test your balance with a stand-up paddleboarding session with Barefoot SUP.

The lanes behind the harbour and surrounding the town have plenty of tucked-away fishermen's cottages which are highly sought after, as are apartments with sea views in the converted buildings overlooking the harbour. Head out of the town centre to discover plenty of spacious, grand houses along with fantastic new-build developments which are ideal for young families and downsizers alike. With a bustling community, the town is well-serviced with a primary and secondary schools, plus a GP surgery and library.

For a hit of culture, head to Wells Maltings, an elegant heritage and community centre just off the quay which houses a theatre, cinema, gallery and café-bar. While away an afternoon browsing the town's galleries - The Staithe Gallery, Gallery Plus and Quay Art - for some artwork to adorn your home. Discover gorgeous homewares at Nomad and the Bowerbird, relaxed country clothing at Christopher William Country and eco-friendly clothing and toys for little one at Ele and Me. Traditional butcher Arthur Howell is the place locals go to for high quality meat, and you might be lucky enough to bag some freshly caught fish straight off the boat, on the harbour wall. The Real Ale Shop at nearby Branthill Farm is a must for craft beer drinkers.

Alternatively treat yourself to a delicious meal at The Globe Inn or Crown Hotel overlooking the green, or push the proverbial boat out and head to Michelin-starred Morston Hall. For a simpler, yet equally quintessential Wells experience, share a box of fish and chips from French's on the harbour wall and watch the sun slowly set over the water. Imagining yourself here already? Could this be your dream coastal home? 

SERVICES CONNECTED Mains electricity, water and drainage. Gas fired central heating and wood-burner stove.
 

COUNCIL TAX Band to be confirmed. 

ENERGY EFFICIENCY RATING D. Ref:- 4619-4028-8000-0871-9206
To retrieve the Energy Performance Certificate for this property please visit and enter in the reference number above. Alternatively, the full certificate can be obtained through Sowerbys.
 

TENURE Freehold. 

LOCATION What3words: ///fabric.darker.chicken 

PROPERTY REFERENCE 34239 

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