The Crescent, Ilminster, TA19

The house that has it all. Three double bedrooms, stacks of parking, south-facing garden, detached double garage, superb views and backing onto Herne Hill nature reserve. Viewings highly recommended.


We are delighted to offer this three bedroom house with lots parking, detached double garage, countryside views, south-facing garden and occupying a prime position close to countryside walks and local amenities. In brief the property comprises an entrance hall, sitting room, kitchen/dining room and WC to the ground floor, two bedrooms and a family bathroom to the first floor and a further bedroom to the second floor. 16 The Crescent has undergone significant improvements by its current owners to provide welcoming and modern accommodation. The sitting room is a great space to unwind, particularly through the colder months thanks to the installation of wood-burner, which provides practical heat and an attractive focal point. The spacious kitchen/dining room is fitted with all mod-cons, has ample space for a large dining table and access directly onto the south facing garden. The two bedrooms to the first floor are both considered to accommodate double beds whilst the master, located on the second floor, has breathtaking views over the rolling somerset hills. All the bedrooms are serviced by the family bathroom. This really is a special home and with so many facets it will prove a popular choice with first time buyers, families and those simply wanting to position themselves in one Ilminster’s hidden residential gems.

Ilminster is a medieval market town, situated about 12 miles south east of the county town of Taunton.  Surrounded by undulating open countryside designated a Special Landscape area, the majority of the town falls within a Conservation Area. Ilminster is well served by Tesco supermarket, co-op and various independent stores including dairy shop, traditional butcher, grocer, clothing boutiques and homewares store. There are two doctor’s surgeries and a dentist. Other notable benefits include a library, weekly market, restaurants, pubs, cafes, bakeries, hairdressers, beauty salons, gym and soft play centre. Creative types will enjoy Ilminster Arts Centre, a vibrant arts centre with its own café, art gallery and theatre. Local schooling can be found at Herne View a Church of England Primary School with secondary schooling found in the nearby towns of Crewkerne and Chard. Public Schools within easy reach include Chard School, Wellington School and Perott Hill whilst Kings Hall, Taunton School, Kings School and Queens School can all be found in Taunton. Ilminster has convenient road access to both the M5, A303 and A358. Mainline railway stations are situated at Crewkerne 7 miles (London Waterloo) and Taunton 13 miles (London Paddington).

The property is approached by a large gravel area which allows off-road parking for a number of vehicles. There is also access and parking to rear which in turn leads to the detached double garage/workshop. The south-facing garden is a joy to behold and backs on to the nature reserve of Herne Hill. It is laid to lawn and further complemented by mature shrubs, flora and a garden shed. Its sunny aspect will appeal to sun-worshippers and those enjoy whiling away the summer months. Those with children and/or pets will also appreciate it is fully enclosed. Whether its alfresco dining, childs play or simply sitting outside in the sun, there are few better places in which to do so.