House For Sale £550,000
Silver Street, Ilminster, Somerset, TA19

GTH are privileged to offer you this incredibly rare opportunity to acquire a three bedroom barn conversion with parking, west-facing gardens, flexible and spacious accommodation and situated in a private and exclusive setting in the heart of the medieval town of Ilminster. No onward chain.


A truly unique, rare and wonderfully situated three bedroom barn conversion with off-road parking, westerly facing garden and a stone’s throw from the very centre of the medieval town of Ilminster. In brief the property comprises an entrance hall, sitting room, dining room, study/garden room, kitchen and WC to the ground floor with three bedrooms (one ensuite) and a Jack and Jill bathroom to the first floor. The Old Barn is that charming blend of old and new, with spacious and expansive accommodation whilst still retaining a real sense of warmth and intimacy. The large sitting room is a great space to unwind and a sociable setting for entertaining and leads directly through to the formal dining room. Off the sitting room is a useful and versatile study/garden room which could be utilised in a number of different way depending on one’s needs and has direct access out to the garden. The cottage-style kitchen is well-fitted with room for a small breakfast table whilst the WC completes the remainder of the ground floor. To the first floor are three generous double bedrooms with the master benefitting from its own ensuite. The other two bedrooms are serviced by a Jack and Jill bathroom. This exclusive home is the proverbial needle in a haystack for those looking at a stunning, centrally located residence, with both parking and good-size garden in the heart of Ilminster. As such it will be of significant interest to those looking to be within a level and very short walk to all amenities, families and those looking for a safe lock-up-and-leave.

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 via a no-through road leading to an area of off-road parking. The westerly-facing garden is almost entirely private and is laid to lawn and patio and further complemented by shrubs and colourful flora. It’s a great spot for alfresco dining, entertaining and enjoying through the warmer months. To the front of the property is a well-maintained, communal garden which is directly accessed off Silver Street through private, wrought-iron gates, adding to the exclusivity of this centrally located home.