Lillesdon Farm, Lillesdon, Somerset, TA3 6BY

An exceptional Grade II listed farmhouse with a charming annexe, extensive equestrian facilities and approximately 4.5 acres, with further land of available by separate negotiation.

Description Believed to date from the 16th century, this beautifully presented Grade II listed farmhouse combines historic character with modern comfort.

Rich in period features, the property showcases attractive eyebrow windows, flagstone floors, impressive inglenook fireplaces with wood-burning stoves, exposed stonework and timber beams, all contributing to its considerable charm and authenticity.

The current owners have sympathetically maintained and enhanced the property to an excellent standard.

Improvements since 2016 include a replacement kitchen, utility room and bathrooms, together with the re-thatching of the southern elevation in 2024.

Constructed of attractive Blue Lias stone beneath a combination of slate and thatch roofing, the house offers well-balanced family accommodation arranged over two floors.

Of particular note are the generous ceiling heights, unusual for a property of this age and character.

The accommodation includes three principal reception rooms arranged around a traditional cross-passage hall, together with a spacious kitchen/breakfast room, utility room and separate boot room.

A former apple store has been thoughtfully incorporated to create a versatile study or hobbies room.

On the first floor are five bedrooms, including two with en suite facilities, together with an elegant family bathroom featuring a freestanding roll-top bath and separate shower.

The Annexe - Connected to the main house via a traditional stone barn, the annexe provides excellent ancillary accommodation, comprising a bedroom with en suite shower room and a comfortable sitting room.

It is ideally suited to guest accommodation, multigenerational living or holiday letting. Subject to the necessary consents, the adjoining barn offers further potential for extension or conversion.

Occupying a private and elevated position, the property enjoys delightful views towards the Blackdown Hills, particularly from the rear elevations.

Gardens, Grounds and Equestrian Facilities - Approached via a long private driveway and secure electric gates, the property enjoys an excellent sense of arrival.

The driveway leads to an extensive courtyard providing ample parking and access to the property's impressive range of outbuildings.

An L-shaped stable yard incorporates seven loose boxes and an open-fronted hay barn, while a further yard includes an area of hard standing, together with two open-fronted machinery stores and field shelters.

The pasture land extends to approximately 4.5 acres and lies to the west, east and south of the house.

Divided into three gently sloping paddocks and enclosed by mature hedgerow boundaries, the land is ideally suited to equestrian or smallholding use.

Additional adjoining land, of about 7 acres, is available by separate negotiation.

Location Lillesdon is a small and attractive hamlet close to the highly regarded village of North Curry, approximately six miles south east of Taunton.

North Curry provides an excellent range of day-to-day amenities including a primary school, health centre, village stores, post office, public house and parish church.

The village is renowned for its strong sense of community and hosts a variety of clubs, societies and annual events, including the popular May Fair and Music Festival.

Recreational facilities include a village sports ground with cricket and football clubs catering for all ages.

Taunton, approximately 6 miles to the south-west, provides an extensive range of shopping, educational and leisure facilities, including the Somerset County Cricket Ground.

The area is particularly well served by a number of highly regarded independent and state schools, King’s College, Queen’s College and Taunton School and Richard Huish College.

Communications are excellent, with Taunton railway station providing regular direct services to London Paddington in approximately 1 hour 45 minutes, as well as connections to Bristol, Cardiff, the Midlands, the North of England and Scotland.

Road communications are equally convenient, with access to the M5 available at Junctions 24 and 25, providing links to the South West, the Midlands, Wales and London via the M4.

Square Footage: 3,663 sq ft Acreage: 4.5 Acres Directions what3words:///pegs.homecare.mutual From Taunton, proceed south on the A358 towards Ilminster.

After approximately 3 miles, turn left onto the A378 Langport Road. Continue for about 1 mile before taking the left turn at a small crossroads into Lillesdon Lane.

The entrance to the property will be found on the right-hand side after approximately 400 yards. Additional Info Services: Mains water & electricity. Sewage Treatment Plant.

Oil-fired Central Heating. Broadband connected. Photographs: 2025/26.