Milton Manor
Upper Milton, Wells, Somerset
Guide Price
£2,000,000
For Sale
"A Grade II* listed 17th-century manor house, enjoying spectacular views and a peaceful setting, near to the centre of the Cathedral City of Wells, in the heart of Somerset. "
The Property
The central plank door opens to a hall with flagstones, bookshelves, and access to both north and south wings.
This is a substantial house, extending to around 6,000 sq.ft. (557 sq.m) arranged over three floors.
On the ground floor are three principal reception rooms, each with its own distinct character. The drawing room has stone flooring and an inglenook fireplace with wood-burning stove; the elegant sitting room offers an open fireplace, panelling, a shell-hood recess and scalloped shelving; while the music room, equally suited as a dining room, lies adjacent to the kitchen. A comfortable panelled study provides an additional reception space.
The kitchen and breakfast room is bright and welcoming, with a large window seat, fitted units, and a range cooker. From here, doors lead to a substantial cold pantry and to utility and boot room areas, with store cupboards and plumbing for appliances. At the far end is a cloakroom.
The drawing room opens into the north wing, where an inner hall with staircase leads to the sitting room. From this hall there is also access to a crafts room with sink unit. Another door from the drawing room leads to a hall with cloakroom, external doors, and entrance to a large gym – a versatile room well-suited to many uses.
First floor
Both wings are served by dogleg staircases with balustrades and are joined by a corridor. The south wing contains a luxurious suite comprising a spacious bedroom, bathroom, and fitted dressing room. The north wing provides two bedrooms and a bathroom, accessed from the inner hall and connected by a corridor.
Second floor
This level contains four further bedrooms, together with a bathroom and separate shower room. Two of the bedrooms interconnect, and the floor is accessed by staircases from both wings.
Externally
On the northern side of the house is a large yard, flanked by substantial stone outbuildings with tiled roofs, extending to well over 2,000 sq.ft. in total. These are suited to a variety of uses, with scope for development (subject to all necessary consents), and could provide extensive garaging, workshops, storage, or stabling as required.
To the eastern front of the house lies a charming walled garden with lawns, pathways, and mature flower and shrub borders.
On the western side is a large, paved courtyard enjoying wonderful views over unspoilt countryside, with a paddock and gently sloping meadow beyond.
The eastern side of the house is sheltered by magnificent yew and cedar trees, with further lawned gardens leading to mature woodland containing yew, beech, ash, hazel, and sycamore.
In all, the grounds extend to about 25 acres.
Agents Note
Possibility of a further 19 acres and a detached bungalow available. For further information ask agents.
Key features
Description
Local Information
Upper Milton is a most attractive hamlet centred around the Manor itself, lying on the southern edge of the Mendip Hills amid rolling pastureland edged with dry stone walls and woodland of ancient native trees. It has an enduring, timeless quality that is increasingly rare.
Only a mile from Wells, and within easy reach of Bristol and Bath, this is a magical and romantic corner of Somerset. The Manor also enjoys far-reaching rural views that epitomise the beauty of the landscape.
Accommodation in Brief
Ground Floor
Kitchen | Sitting Room | Dining Room |Crafts Room | Music Room | Study | Utility/Boot room
First Floor
3 Bedrooms | Dressing room | 2 Bathrooms
Second Floor
4 Bedrooms | Bathroom | Shower Room
Approximate Mileages
Wells 1 mile | Bristol Airport 15 miles | Frome 16 miles | Bristol/Bath 20 miles
Services
Mains water and electricity. Private drainage. Oil fired central heating.
Council Tax
Band G
EPC
Rating E
Tenure
Freehold
Wayleaves, Easements & Rights of Way
The property is being sold subject to all existing wayleaves, easements and rights of way, whether or not specified within the sales particulars.
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Location
Upper Milton, Wells, Somerset
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