Orchard Grove

Development Overview

Orchard Grove is a substantial new build garden community situated in the Comeytrowe area, approximately two miles south-west of Taunton town centre, Somerset (TA4 1FE). The development is a joint venture by a consortium of housebuilders including Bovis Homes (part of Vistry Group), Linden Homes, and Taylor Wimpey, alongside LiveWest housing association. Bovis Homes, which holds a 5-star home builder rating based on the independent annual HBF survey, is delivering a collection of 3 and 4 bedroom new homes within this wider community.

Orchard Grove is planned to consist of 2,000 homes and is structured around a central green corridor, incorporating approximately 100 acres of green space, play areas, and allotments, reflecting the surrounding Somerset countryside and the nearby Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Property Details

The Bovis Homes phase at Orchard Grove is focused on contemporary 3 and 4 bedroom houses, offering a mix of semi-detached and detached house types. Available plots showcase a specific pricing structure and house types, such as Plot 199, 'The Beech', a 3-bedroom detached house priced at £350,000, and the 4-bedroom detached 'The Aspen', with plots like Plot 207 and 209 priced at £445,000 and £455,000 respectively.

Specific house features include open-plan kitchen and dining spaces, high-specification fixtures, and a 10-year NHBC Buildmark warranty as standard. For example, 'The Aspen' house type is designed with a separate sitting room and a dedicated study, plus an open-plan kitchen/dining area featuring bi-fold doors for garden access. The master bedroom in these designs typically includes an en-suite.

Location Benefits and Transport Links

The development provides excellent commuter access via direct proximity to the A38 Wellington Road, which connects quickly to the M5 motorway network. For rail travel, Taunton Railway Station is less than three miles away, offering direct Great Western Railway (GWR) services. The fastest train journey time to Bristol Temple Meads is 31 minutes, and direct services to London Paddington can take as little as 1 hour and 39 minutes.

Sustainable transport is a key element of the development, with construction underway on a new Park and Bus hub on the A38, which will provide a regular bus connection to Taunton and the local area. Additionally, a new bus stop is being installed at the development's entrance. The site is integrated with walking and cycle paths that link to the 'blue route' network connecting to Taunton town centre.

Key local amenities are emerging on site, including the recently opened, net-zero Orchard Grove Primary School (September 2023), and a new children's play area (Pocket Park). The location is less than two miles from Musgrove Park Hospital. Local convenience shops and public houses, such as Rumwell Farm Shop, The Co-operative Food, and Shepherds Rest Public House, are accessible nearby. Secondary education options include The Castle School (1.4 miles) and Bishop Fox’s Community School (1.9 miles).

Practical Information

Bovis Homes’ properties range from 3 to 4 bedrooms, with confirmed prices between £350,000 and £455,000 for current open market plots. The wider consortium development features homes across the 2- to 5-bedroom spectrum, with pricing confirmed up to approximately £605,000 for larger properties. Homebuyers are advised to contact the Bovis Homes sales centre to discuss specific property availability, the complete house type catalogue, and to confirm details regarding purchase assistance schemes like Home Exchange or Smooth Move.