Self-contained studio annexe, centre of Wells

Our self-contained, studio annexe - which sleeps up to 4 guests - is just a 5-minute walk from the centre of Wells, with parking on site. The annexe is situated in the grounds of our property. There is parking for one car directly in front of the annexe. The space includes kitchenette, dining area, lounge area, kingsize bed, sofabed, plus separate bathroom with a shower and bath. TV with Freeview included, plus WiFi. All linen and towels included. Our self-contained, studio annexe - set in the grounds of our beautiful garden - sleeps up to 4 guests. The kitchenette area includes a mini worktop 2-plate hob (please note no oven/cooker), a kettle, microwave, toaster, and fridge/freezer. We provide cutlery, crockery, and cooking utensils. There is a table and four chairs for dining, plus place settings and napkins. We also provide washing up liquid, dish clothes and tea towels. Fresh milk, tea, coffee and sugar also included. The bathroom is a separate room from the main area. Facilities include a full-length bath and overhead shower, heated towel rail, toilet and vanity unit with mirror. Towels and handwash included. The sofabed can either be made up in advance, or linen and bedding provided for guests to set up as and when they choose - just let us know when you book what you'd prefer. Travel cot available on request. Heating and hot water There is underfloor heating throughout the space, which is set to constant ON for guests. The hot water is operated by an immersion heater/ timer. Outdoor seating Outside your back door, there is a private patio area, with a table and 4 chairs. You are also welcome to explore and enjoy the grounds of the property. About The Time Trail of Roses The property’s name stems from the original landscaping of the garden with the planting of 1,000 roses in chronological order. The garden has been varied over the years but still retains about 200 different roses which combine with herbaceous and shrub beds, pergolas with climbing plants and trees including variegated sycamores, cherries, apples, plum, ginkgo and a twisted willow. It is a haven for birds, and the occasional squirrel. Play equipment You are welcome to explore and enjoy the grounds of the property (including the play equipment at the back - swings, slides, trampoline, footballs etc). Please be aware the annexe is situated in the grounds of our garden so you may come in to contact with us and our children playing in the garden as well. The garden is fully enclosed with a stone wall, once you enter the property through the electrics gates. COVID measures In the current climate, we offer a space that does not require you to come into contact with us. We adhere to Airbnb's COVID cleaning guidelines and offer antibacterial wipes, and spray in the property. Host availability We live on site and can be available, should you require. We hope you enjoy your time in Wells! Check in time is from 4pm, and we offer a non-contact check in. We will send details of the electric gate code a couple of days before, plus directions and some helpful parking tips for our driveway. It would be lovely if you could give us an estimated time of arrival but it's not essential. We can occasionally accommodate an earlier check in time, and we will let you know if this is the case. Please do message to discuss any additional requests. Check out time is before 10am. If we are out, please lock the front door and post your keys through the letterbox. We live on site and can be available, should you require. Wells is the smallest city in England (population about 12,000), nestled on the southern side of the Mendip Hills with the mystic Somerset Levels stretching away to the south and west. Wells has much to offer whether you choose to visit for a day, or longer, and whatever the season. It remains remarkably unspoilt with many ancient buildings, including the Cathedral (still a working place of worship) and the Bishop's Palace Gardens and moat, Vicars' Close and St Cuthbert's Church. Wells prides itself for its many independent shops, cafes and restaurants, selling artisan goods and locally sourced food and drink. There is a Farmers’ Market every Wednesday and Saturday. Wells is also the perfect base for exploring the local area. With its position close to the Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it is an ideal base for nature lovers, walkers, cyclists and photographers. Close by you will find the well-known destinations of Glastonbury, famous for both its music festival and Tor, Cheddar Gorge, Wookey Hole, Street, Bath and Stonehenge. Travel a little further afield to discover the Somerset seaside towns of Burnham-on-Sea and Weston-Super-Mare and many other National Trust & English Heritage properties. Wells is perfectly suited to exploring on foot, and the centre of Wells is a short 5 minute walk from our property. For visitors without transport, or for those of you wishing to explore further afield, the bus station is a 5 minute walk away, and offers bus links to Bath, Bristol, Glastonbury, Shepton Mallet and Weston-Super-Mare etc, as well as some National Express routes – please check with services directly what is currently available. The nearest train stations are Castle Cary (15 miles), Bath Spa (20 miles) and Bristol (22 miles). The nearest airport is Bristol International Airport (18 miles). There are several taxi companies operating in Wells and the local area. There are no laundry facilities in the annexe, however there is a laundrette a short walk away. We are a non smoking property. We are a non pet property.