Property description
Property Description: This fully furnished, first floor apartment in the village of South Horrington, on the outskirts of Wells is available to rent on a short-term basis, with bills package included. It would make the perfect bolt hole for anyone working away from home in the area or anyone in need of a temporary home.
This Grade II apartment with Victorian period features is set over two floors and is beautifully presented and furnished. The open plan sitting/living room is spacious and light and bright with two stone mullion windows, a comfy seating area with television and dining table and chairs. The view from this room over looking the grounds with the countryside beyond is fabulous. Up a few steps from the living room is the well-appointed kitchen with gas hob, double oven, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and a tumble dryer. There is a WC on this level under the stair case which leads to the second floor. The bedroom with king-size bed has generous proportions and is set into the eaves with exposed beams. There is a walk in wardrobe and plenty of storage plus a good sized en-suite bath/shower room with separate WC.
Outside:The communal gardens within the property are a truly delightful place to unwind and enjoy nature's beauty. The peaceful and serene environment creates a perfect backdrop for relaxation or socialising with your neighbours, fostering a true sense of community.
There is an allocated parking space for one car and guest parking in a courtyard.
Location:Lower Chapel Court is set within the grounds of a Grade II listed former hospital which is now the village of South Horrington on the outskirts of Wells. This comparatively new village has a friendly community with close associations with the neighbouring villages of East and West Horrington. The stunning conversion of the old hospital buildings (designed by the celebrated architect Gilbert Scott) has lovely communal gardens with a cricket pitch and the Wells Golf Club being just a short walk away. There are beautiful countryside walks close by with some fabulous views. Nearby East Horrington has a popular village primary school and a café.
The picturesque city of Wells (2 miles) has a bustling High Street and provides a range of local amenities with four supermarkets (including Waitrose), a cinema, a leisure centre, numerous coffee shops, pubs and restaurants to choose from, several dentists and doctors and some fabulous independent shops. There are also famous historical landmarks such as the Cathedral and the Bishop Palace, as well as a twice weekly produce market. There are excellent state schools in the vicinity, including Horrington School and Pre-school, The Blue School in Wells for Secondary, as well as independent schools including All Hallows Prep School, Downside, Millfield and Wells Cathedral School. Both Bath (19 miles) and Bristol (21 miles) are within commuting distance and there is a main line railway station with links to London in Castle Cary 13 miles away. Street and Glastonbury are 20 minutes away and Bristol airport is an easy 30-minute drive.
Availability: Available from 16th October 2026 for 3-5 months
Accommodation Fee: £1300pcm plus Bills package (£300 per month) (£1,600 per month)
Security Deposit: £500 to be held by the owner
Arrangement Fee: £180 plus VAT (£216)
Please note that this property will be let under a licence agreement and can not be used as a permanent residence. It is temporary accommodation.
Accessibility Statement: Parking close to the property. Stair case to the first floor entrance door. The front door is not wide enough for wheelchair access. The property is set over two levels. Kitchen work surfaces, cupboards and appliances are not accessible when seated.
Key features
1 Bedroom
2 Bathrooms
Flats / Apartments - Maisonette
Furnished
More features
Fabulous, fully furnished, 1st floor 1 bed apartment in a stunning Grade II listed building | Available to rent on a short-term basis (3 -5 months) from 16 October 2026 | Spacious living open plan living/dining room with comfy seating & dining table | Kitchen with double oven, gas hob, dishwasher, fridge/freezer & washing machine | Large bedroom with king size bed, walk in wardrobe & en-suite bath/shower room. 2 separate WCs | Stunning views from the sitting room mullioned windows across the grounds to countryside beyond | 1 allocated parking space with additional visitor parking | Beautiful communal grounds & gardens | Only 1.5 miles to the city of Wells with good access to Bath & Bristol | Would suit single professional or couple looking for a short-term let
More details
- Property type
- Flats / Apartments - Maisonette
- Size
- Not specified
- Monthly price
- £1300
- Weekly price
- £300
- Available from
- 16/10/2026
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Furnishing
- Furnished
Map
This listing is located at Lower Chapel Court, South Horrington Village, Wells.