House For Sale £500,000
Church Walk, Ilminster, Somerset, TA19

An incredibly rare opportunity to acquire this centrally located 3 bedroom character property occupying one of Ilminster’s most prestigious addresses. It also benefits from a garage with studio above, direct views over the Minster, garden and within an easy walk of all local amenities.


An enchanting three bedroom, Grade II* listed property at the very heart of the medieval town of Ilminster with direct views over the Minster, courtyard garden as well as garage with studio above. In brief the property comprises an entrance hall, kitchen, WC, study and living room to the ground floor, two bedrooms (one esnuite) and a family bathroom to the first floor and a further bedroom to the second floor. Previously a grammar school, 3 Church Walk offers history, character and charm in equal measure. The current owner has taken great care to improve the property in recent years, whilst being sympathetic to its age. The stunning sitting room is a joy to behold with high ceilings, stone-mullioned windows and a gorgeous fireplace which provides a wonderful focal point. It’s a fabulous setting for entertaining whilst retaining a real sense of warmth and intimacy. The bespoke kitchen is well-fitted and has the added advantage of opening out onto the courtyard garden whilst the study will appeal to those needing to work from home. That said, it could easily be utilised as a further bedroom, play-room or reception room, depending on one’s needs. All the bedrooms are considered comfortable doubles with the master bedroom on the first floor having the luxury if its own ensuite. The remainder of the bedrooms are serviced by the family bathroom and particularly of note, is the bedroom to the second floor which has exposed beams and outstanding elevated views over Ilminster and beyond. 3 Church Walk also has a very convenient and rarely available garage with store/studio above, making it one of the most sought after central residences you will come across. Whether it’s character accommodation, a need to be close to excellent local amenities or simply a lock-up-and-leave, there will be few better that meet the calibre and position of this remarkable home.

Ilminster is a medieval former 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 with many character properties built of the local mellow Hamstone. The ancient Minster dominates the centre of the town. Ilminster offers a full range of amenities including doctors, dentist, shopping facilities and weekly market. The town also benefits from an arts centre and theatre. There is schooling at primary and intermediate levels and churches of various denominations. Ilminster has convenient road access to both the M5, junction 25 lies 11 miles to the north-west and to the A303, now dual carriageway most of the way to the M3. 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.

To the front of the property there is a natural stone wall with wrought iron gates opening onto paved area giving access to both 2 and 3 Church Walk. It faces due south and is a lovely space to sit and watch the world go-by, especially with its uninterrupted view of the Minster. At the rear of the property there is an enclosed courtyard, ideal for alfresco dining and further enhanced by a number of potted plants and mature shrubs with a stone staircase leading to rear access, garage, studio and additional parking.