Ilford, Ilminster, Somerset, TA19

A particularly handsome converted barn offering well presented accommodation with good reception space and set in a secluded country setting enjoying glorious outlooks over unspoiled countryside.

Cleverly converted from a range of farm buildings of both single and double storeys, Broughtons Barn offers a particularly attractive country property set in expansive gardens and range of attractive outbuildings. Bought by the present owners when first converted approximately 24 years ago the design and finish is to a high appointment with a pleasing blend of exposed natural wood, structural beams and modern conveniences. The sitting room is no doubt of particular note, being double height with exposed roof timbers, uprights and a handsome fireplace with Bressumer beam and a wood burning stove. There are French doors overlooking the large expanse of land and across to the hillsides beyond. A staircase leads up to a first floor sitting area enjoying the glorious views and glass screening and a door leading into the study, which is particularly well fitted. There is a dining room, again with exposed stonework and tiled floor, which extends into the kitchen. The kitchen is particularly well fitted with natural wood fronted wall and floor mounted cabinets and has feature brick fireplace chimney piece and inset AGA with tiled surround. There are doors to a pantry, a utility room and a cloakroom. An inner hallway leads to the bedroom area of the house with three similar size rooms, two with built in cupboards, there also being a family bathroom and a spacious ensuite principal bedroom with fitted cupboards. There is underfloor heating throughout the ground floor.

A pillared entrance leads into Broughtons Barn, opening out into a gravelled drive and ample parking. A handsome outbuilding includes a double garage, spacious storage barn, a double open carport and a further workshop. Subject to necessary consents the outbuilding provides ample scope to create ancillary accommodation for either letting or a dependant family member. There are lawned gardens to the front of the property together with a mature wisteria and a bay tree. A side gate leads into the lawned gardens with a deep terrace and a well situated summerhouse perfect for alfresco entertaining. There are further ornamental trees and shrubs providing points of interest. There are glorious views from the house and rear gardens across its own land and across to surrounding hillsides.

Tax Band: G