Ilton, Ilminster, Somerset, TA19

A beautiful historic village house set in delightful gardens with excellent access to the A303.

This beautiful old house is one of the principal properties of the area and its origins are believed to date back to 1550. It is Listed Grade II, being of Historical and Architectural Interest, and is certainly worthy of its listing, retaining a wealth of period features. These include handsome fireplaces with cut stone surrounds, an inglenook, stone mullioned windows, oak panelling and exposed beams. The house has been sympathetically restored over the years to preserve its character whilst adding modern conveniences.

On the ground floor, there is a range of generously sized reception rooms. The sitting room features an inglenook fireplace, while the snooker room, formerly used as a dining room, has a ham stone fireplace and two charming window seats. The triple-aspect drawing room is filled with natural light and includes a stone fireplace and two window seats, creating a bright yet cosy atmosphere.

A rear hallway, with oak panelling, provides ample coat storage and houses the staircase leading to the principal bedroom area. At the other end of the house, the kitchen/breakfast room is fitted with shaker-style units, granite worktops, and an oil-fired AGA with an additional electric module for summer use. There is space for a large dining table, as well as a walk-in pantry and a utility area. Additional ground floor features include a boot room with a stable door opening out to the garden and one of the sun terraces, as well as a downstairs cloakroom.

The first floor offers five double bedrooms, each with its own unique character and charm. The principal bedroom area is particularly impressive, featuring a spacious, triple-aspect bedroom with a vaulted ceiling, an attractive stone fireplace, built-in storage, and lovely views overlooking the gardens. This room is served by a well-appointed bathroom with a freestanding bath, separate shower cubicle, and a walk-in wardrobe. A further family bathroom completes the accommodation on this floor.

Ilton Court is approached through a charming thatched lychgate entrance with a lantern above, double wooden gates, and a gravelled driveway leading to the detached double garage. The gardens and grounds, extending to approximately 1.71 acres, are a true highlight and have been thoughtfully designed to create a series of distinct outdoor spaces. The main features include a pretty, thatched summer house with large sash windows, open fire/barbecue, cupboards, refrigerator and a water feature in front, and a sunken garden with a circular pergola adorned with wisteria, roses, and jasmine with an Astrolabe sculpture at its centre surrounded by manicured box hedging. There is also a small copse with a treehouse, a well with a thatched canopy, raised vegetable beds, small ponds with a connecting stream crossed by a pretty bridge, and an avenue of beech trees. There is also a formal garden to the front of the house.

Special Note: Prospective buyers should be aware that there is a footpath along the boundary of Ilton Court between the separately fenced garden and the cricket field.

Tax Band: G