Welcome to
The Wildlands
East Harptree, Somerset (BS40 6BD)
DESIGN AND BUILD YOUR FUTURE IN THE HEART OF THE MENDIPS
The Wildlands is an exclusive opportunity to secure one of just two fully serviced building plots in the sought-after village of East Harptree, Somerset. Nestled within the Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, these spacious plots offer the rare chance to design and build a truly unique home—tailored to your lifestyle, your vision, and your future.
Serviced building
plots from £350,000
Whether you’re creating your long-term family home or a countryside retreat, you’ll enjoy full control over the design and build process. Buyers are free to appoint their own architect and construction team, giving you maximum flexibility and autonomy from start to finish.
Available plots
The Wildlands offers just two serviced plots, each with outline planning and generous proportions—ideal for spacious custom homes with gardens and outdoor living space.
Buyers are encouraged to appoint their own design and build team to bring their vision to life.
Plot 2 The Wildlands
Outstanding opportunity to create a bespoke 3 or 4-bed home in tranquil countryside near Chew Valley, with excellent local amenities and transport connections.
Plot 3 The Wildlands
Outstanding opportunity to create a bespoke 3 or 4-bed home in tranquil countryside near Chew Valley, with excellent local amenities and transport connections.
Why choose The Wildlands?
Bespoke design for your lifestyle
Each plot at The Wildlands benefits from outline planning permission for a detached 3 or 4 bedroom home, with a gross internal area to suit the buyer’s requirements.. Buyers are invited to bring forward their own bespoke designs within the guidelines of the site’s planning framework, allowing for flexible, creative, and truly personal architecture.
Fully serviced plots
Both plots at The Wildlands are fully serviced, with essential utilities—including electricity, water, waste and telecommunications—brought to the boundary. This enables a streamlined start to your build, avoiding delays and minimising early-stage infrastructure costs.
Prime location
Located in the heart of the Chew Valley, East Harptree combines the charm of rural village life with excellent access to Bristol, Bath, and Wells. Surrounded by rolling countryside, the plots are ideally positioned for families, professionals, or downsizers seeking peace, privacy, and community.
“Chew Valley named best place to live in southwest England 2025”
The Times
Local Area
East Harptree, Somerset (BS40)
Set within the Mendip Hills AONB, East Harptree is a vibrant and friendly village known for its stunning landscape, strong community spirit, and rich history. It boasts a well-stocked village shop, community-owned pub (The Waldegrave Arms), a hairdresser, nursery, and a highly regarded primary school—all within walking distance of the plots.
More extensive amenities can be found in nearby Chew Magna, and the cities of Bath, Bristol, and Wells are all within 15 miles, offering retail, cultural, and employment opportunities.
Shops & Services
East Harptree boasts a village shop, hairdresser, and more. Nearby Chew Magna and Wells offer supermarkets, pharmacies, and retail.
Health & Wellness:
Harptree Surgery and local dental services are nearby. Hospitals in Bath and Bristol provide full NHS and private care options.
Leisure & Recreation:
Walk the Mendip Way, fish at Chew Valley Lake, Blagdon Lake or Litton Reservoirs, or explore local cycling trails and country pubs. East Harptree is an outdoor lover’s paradise, with endless routes and breathtaking views.
Dining & Social Life:
The community-owned Waldegrave Arms is the village’s hub for food and drink. Further afield, Chew Magna and Wells offer restaurants, cafés, and farm shops celebrating Somerset’s food heritage.
Enquire now
Let us know your current situation and preferred plot, and we will call to discuss your options.
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