4 bedroom bungalow for sale

Our team at GTH are delighted to offer this 4 bedroom, detached bungalow set in an elevated position to the eastern fringe of the thriving market town of Ilminster, with open views over rolling countryside, parking, garage and gardens.


A great chance to acquire this very smart, beautifully appointed and enviably positioned four bedroom detached bungalow with parking, garage, gardens and occupying an elevated position on the fringes of Ilminster. In brief the property comprises an entrance hall, kitchen/dining/family room, sitting room, four bedrooms (one ensuite), family bathroom and utility room. Oak Ridge provides any buyer with contemporary, modern and open-plan living whilst retaining a real sense of warmth and intimacy. The heart of the home has to be the stunning kitchen/dining/family room which has been finished to an exacting standard with direct access out onto a southerly-facing terrace, seamlessly blending inside with out. A great space for entertaining, with elevated views. The sitting room is a peaceful space to unwind, particularly as it also has direct access out onto a second terrace area and a wood-burner, making it the perfect space to enjoy all year round. All four bedrooms are of good proportions with the master benefitting from an ensuite and fitted wardrobes. The remaining bedrooms are all serviced by the family bathroom. It should be noted, the subject to one’s preferences, one of the smaller bedrooms would make an excellent home study. The current owners have created a lovely home and whether its families, those looking for privacy and peace or those simply looking to locate themselves close to excellent amenities and communication links, Oak Ridge is sure to be a popular choice.

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 shared, private driveway giving access to off-road parking and garage. The front door is accessed via steps with a front portion of lawn found beyond the driveway. There are two fabulous south-facing terraced areas which make the ideal setting for alfresco dining and enjoying through the warmer months, whilst the remaining garden to the front is laid to lawn with the addition of a summer house and further complemented by mature shrubs and flora. To the rear is an area dedicated to raised vegetable beds. A wonderful and private setting with great views.