Substantial Victorian House in elevated location in Glastonbury

Property Details: • Type: Character Property • Tenure: FREEHOLD • Floor Area: N/A

Key Features: • A handsome and substantial Victorian house, beautifully proportioned on sought-after Wearyall Hill • Just a short walk into the centre of Glastonbury, yet enjoying a private tucked-away setting • Elegant drawing room with balcony and far-reaching views • Impressive open-plan kitchen, dining and living space designed for modern living and entertaining • Seven bedrooms and four bath/shower rooms, offering exceptional flexibility • A private second floor suite with dressing room and bathroom - ideal for guests or principal use • Mature, manageable gardens with a sheltered walled courtyard for outdoor living • Useful cellar rooms with garden access, perfect for storage, hobbies or creative space

Location: • Nearest Station: Castle Cary Station • Distance to Station: 9.40586956901739 miles

Agent Information: • Address: Melbourne House, 36 Chamberlain Street, Wells, BA5 2PJ

Full Description: A distinguished Victorian home of real presence and poise, set quietly on the slopes of Wearyall Hill, just a gentle walk from the heart of Glastonbury. Generous in scale and rich in character, the house has been thoughtfully evolved to suit modern living, while retaining the craftsmanship and charm of its origins. <br /> <br />The approach is welcoming, leading into a central reception hall where the house immediately feels both balanced and inviting. From here, the principal rooms unfold naturally. The drawing room is an elegant, light-filled space, stretching across the front of the house with doors opening onto a balcony—perfect for taking in the far-reaching views. Alongside, a comfortable sitting room offers a more relaxed retreat, with easy access through to a practical utility and boot room. <br /> <br />To the rear, the house opens out into an impressive open-plan kitchen, dining and living space, set within a modern extension. Designed for contemporary living, this wonderfully connected area is filled with natural light, enhanced by two walls of floor-to-ceiling sliding doors that draw the outside in and create a seamless link to the garden. There is ample room for cooking, dining and gathering, making it an ideal social hub of the house. <br /> <br />From here, doors lead directly into a sheltered walled courtyard—an extension of the living space that works beautifully for both quiet mornings and summer evenings. A separate laundry room sits conveniently nearby, keeping the day-to-day running of the house effortlessly out of sight. <br />Upstairs, the first floor is arranged with family living in mind. Five bedrooms are set off a central landing, two with their own en suite shower rooms, while a further shower room and separate loo serve the remaining rooms—well considered and easy to live with. <br /> <br />The second floor offers a more private arrangement, ideal as a principal suite or guest accommodation. A generous bedroom is complemented by a well-appointed dressing room and bathroom, while an additional room provides flexibility as a study, nursery or further bedroom. <br />Below, the basement has been thoughtfully arranged as a fully functional workshop, complete with running water, heating and full insulation. With direct access and views over the garden, it is a bright and versatile space, ideal for hobbies, creative work or practical use. <br /> <br />Altogether extending to around 4,000 sq ft, this is a house that flows with ease—well proportioned, thoughtfully arranged and equally suited to family life or entertaining—set in one of Glastonbury’s most historic and sought-after positions. <br /> <br />Outside <br />The gardens wrap comfortably around the house, creating a sense of privacy and calm. Mature planting, lawns and established trees give structure without feeling demanding, while the walled courtyard offers a particularly special, sheltered corner. A useful garden shed, notably dry and well-maintained, provides excellent storage for summer furniture, gardening equipment and a lawn mower. There is ample private off-street parking, and the setting is both peaceful and highly convenient. <br /> <br />Situation <br />Glastonbury's past and present are closely linked with its dominant landmark, the Tor. A place of deep historical and spiritual significance, it has been a centre of religious life for centuries, with origins stretching back to early Celtic monastic settlement around 500 AD. Over the following millennium, this evolved into one of England’s wealthiest and most influential abbeys. The town grew alongside it and, by the 18th century, had become an established centre for manufacturing and trade. <br /> <br />Today, Glastonbury is a small but thriving town and a major tourist destination, attracting visitors year-round. Its medieval heart—designated a conservation area—clusters around the evocative ruins of the Abbey. The High Street offers a wide variety of independent shops, cafés and everyday amenities, with supermarkets also close by. <br /> <br />Approximately 5 miles from Glastonbury is Wells, the smallest city in England. The bus route to Wells and Bristol is a short walk from Watts Corner. The centre of Wells is the marketplace (local markets twice a week), surrounded by many medieval buildings including the Cathedral and moated Bishop’s Palace. Immediately to the south (2 miles) is the town of Street, providing a wide range of further facilities and amenities. <br /> <br />Schools <br />There are excellent local schools to cater for infants through to secondary education with higher education available at the nearby Strode College. The private sector includes Millfield, Wells Cathedral School, Downside, All Hallows and the Bruton schools. A particular advantage of the property is its proximity to Millfield, with the Senior School approximately a 5-minute drive away and the Prep School around 8 minutes by car. About 12 miles southeast is Castle Cary station with a main rail line to London. <br /> <br />Directions: <br />Post Code - BA6 8AD <br />What3words - stems.marmalade.jogged <br /> <br />MATERIAL INFORMATION <br /> <br />In compliance with The Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008 and National Trading Standards Estate and Letting Agency Team’s Material Information in Property Listings Guidance. <br /> <br />PART A <br />Local Authority: Somerset County Council <br />Council Tax Band: G <br />Guide Price: £1,300,000 <br />Tenure: Freehold <br /> <br />PART B <br />Property Type: Detached Property <br />Construction: Standard Construction <br />Number and Types of Rooms: See details and plan; all measurements being maximum dimensions provided between internal walls <br />Electricity Supply: Mains Supply <br />Water Supply: Mains Supply <br />Sewerage: Mains Drainage <br />Heating: Oil fired central heating including underfloor heating. <br />Broadband: Please refer to Ofcom website. Signal/Coverage: Please refer to Ofcom website. <br />Parking: Private parking available off-street. <br /> <br />PART C <br />Building Safety: The vendor is not aware of any building safety issues or required remediation work, but we recommend that you engage the services of a chartered surveyor to confirm. <br />Restrictions: We are not aware of any significant/material restrictions, but we would recommend you review the title/deeds of the property with your solicitor. <br />Rights and Easements: The property shares a driveway with two neighbouring properties and is responsible for a third of the maintenance. <br />Flood Risk: According to the following website the property is at very low risk of flooding from surface water or rivers and the sea <br />Coastal Erosion Risk: N/A <br />Planning Permission: We are not aware of any undecided planning applications within the vicinity of the property but your solicitor can advise as this matter can alter <br />Accessibility/Adaptations: N/A <br />Coalfield Or Mining Area: N/A <br />Energy Performance Certificate: E Rating <br /> <br />No other Material disclosures have been made by the Vendor. <br /> <br />This Material Information has been compiled in good faith using the resources readily available online and by enquiry of the vendor prior to marketing. However, such information could change after compilation of the data, so Lodestone cannot be held liable for any changes post compilation or any accidental errors or omissions. <br /> <br />Furthermore, Lodestone are not legally qualified and conveyancing documents are often complicated, necessitating judgement on our part about which parts are “Material Information” to be disclosed. If any information provided, or other matter relating to the property, is of particular importance to you please do seek verification from a legal adviser before committing to expenditure.