Higher Beacon, Ilminster, Somerset, TA19

A charming 3 bedroom home with garage, pretty gardens, parking, wonderful views and situated on a no-through road.



An attractive and enviably situated three bedroom home with detached garage, parking and pretty garden. In brief the property comprises an entrance hall, sitting room, dining room, kitchen, conservatory and WC to the ground floor with three bedrooms and a family shower room to the first floor. Although now in need of general updating, 11 Higher Beacon has been kept in excellent order throughout. The sitting room is a relaxing setting to unwind and watch the seasons unfold with the added luxury of a large bay window providing plenty of light and a brick surround fireplace providing an attractive focal point. The dining room will appeal to those who enjoy formal entertaining whilst the well-fitted kitchen also has room for a breakfast table – great for socialising over a morning coffee. It should be noted that, subject to the necessary consents, the kitchen and dining room could be integrated together to create open-plan living. The conservatory is a great additional reception room with French doors leading out to the garden terrace. The first floor offers two incredibly generous double bedrooms and a single, which are all serviced by the family bathroom. The single bedroom would also make an excellent study for those needing to work from home. It is also from the first floor one gets the opportunity to fully appreciate the sensational views over Ilminster and the countryside beyond, offering a real sense of peace and tranquillity. We would strongly recommend families, first time buyers and those looking to be in an exclusive position close to the amenities and communication links.

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, a cocktail bar, 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).  Berrys coaches offer a service to London twice a day.  Bath, Bristol and Exeter offer excellent cultural and shopping facilities within easy travelling distance. The World Heritage designated coastline lies 18 miles to the South.

The property is approached by a driveway for off-road parking, leading to the detached garage. There is a pretty front garden with wonderful views to Ilminster and the countryside beyond. The main gardens lie to the side and rear and are laid to a combination of lawn and patio and further complemented by an abundance of colourful flora and mature shrubs. It’s a lovely setting for whiling away the warmer months, alfresco dining and enjoying with family and friends.