6 bedroom detached house

An enchanting and impressive five bedroom detached country residence packed full of character with private garden, parking and situated in a quiet hamlet close to the medieval market town of Ilminster. Offered with no onward chain.


A substantial Grade II Listed family home with private gardens, parking and occupying a lovely position in the hamlet of Ashford. In brief the property comprises an entrance hall, sitting room, study/bedroom, dining room, utility, WC, kitchen/dining room and store area to the ground floor with five bedrooms (one ensuite) and a family bathroom to the first floor. This enchanting property comes to the market for the first time in over 20 years, testament to what a remarkable home it has been. The current owners have maintained the accommodation to the highest of standards, something that is evident both internally and externally. The ground floor is the most fabulous space for families and those who love to entertain. The sitting room is adorned with original features including an inglenook fireplace, flagstone flooring and wood panelling creating a sumptuous setting for unwinding and relaxing throughout the seasons. For those who love to throw a dinner party, the formal dining room is the perfect space in which to do so. The kitchen/dining room is well-fitted with ample room for a large dining table – ideal for morning coffees and relaxed meal times whilst the utility is a useful functional space. For those needing to work from home, there is a designated study area which could also be utilised as a further bedroom, depending on one’s needs. To the rear is an extensive store room which offers a plenty of flexibility in use and would make a great games room, gym or workshop. There are five generously proportioned bedrooms to the first floor, which are accessed via two separate flights of stairs. The expansive master bedroom is utterly gorgeous and benefits from a semi-vaulted ceiling and exposed beams. The three bedrooms located to the right all run into each other and whilst this configuration may not suit all, it could become a self-contained area for those looking at multi-generational living. That said, subject to the necessary consents, there is obvious scope to alter the layout should one wish. All the bedrooms are serviced by the two family bathrooms located on the first floor. Ashford Old Farm has been used for multiple purposes over the years, including a family home, traditional rental and holiday let and with nearly 3,000 sq ft of accommodation, it is endlessly versatile.
Viewings are strongly recommended to experience all that this historic and prestigious home has to offer.

Ashford is a small hamlet located on the edge of Ilton which is convenient village just a few minutes’ drive from Ilminster, which offers day to day amenities including a range of independent shops and supermarkets and is also well placed for road links via the A358 to the A303, A30 and M5. The village itself benefits from facilities including a pre-school and primary school, cricket pitch, public house, village hall and riding stables / livery yard. Taunton (9 miles) the County Town, provides a comprehensive range of recreational, scholastic and shopping facilities, as well as a main line railway station (Paddington line). Yeovil and Crewkerne (with its Waitrose supermarket) lie within a similar distance and also have main line railway stations (Waterloo line).

The gardens can be found to the front of the property and are laid to lawn and patio and further complemented by matures shrubs, trees and colourful flora. It’s a lovely setting for alfresco dining, child’s play and sitting out through the warmer months. There is also off-road parking for a number of vehicles.