Wyck Hill, Stow On The Wold, GL54

A rare opportunity to acquire a traditional Cotswold stone farmhouse, together with two substantial barns with planning permission for conversion into separate residential properties, all enjoying far-reaching countryside views in an outstanding position just outside Stow-on-the-Wold. With approximately 57.8 acres available, and flexibility over the amount of land purchased, Wyck Hill Farm offers an exciting opportunity for a variety of buyers.

Occupying an elevated position overlooking the surrounding Cotswold countryside, Wyck Hill Farm combines an existing three-bedroom farmhouse with the potential to create two additional substantial homes. Whether you’re looking for a family home with additional accommodation, a development opportunity or a property with land, there are several possibilities worth exploring.

The existing farmhouse is an attractive Cotswold stone property, offering comfortable accommodation arranged over two floors, with plenty of character and scope for further improvement. The ground floor includes a spacious sitting room with a wood-burning stove, a modern kitchen and useful ancillary accommodation, including a utility and boot room. Upstairs, there are three double bedrooms and a family bathroom.

Surrounded by mature gardens, the farmhouse enjoys wonderful views across the adjoining countryside, with its elevated position being one of its particularly appealing features. Whilst perfectly liveable in its current form, there is certainly potential to update, extend or reconfigure the accommodation to suit individual requirements, subject to any necessary planning permissions.

One of the most exciting elements of Wyck Hill Farm is the substantial traditional Cotswold stone barn, which benefits from planning permission for conversion into an impressive four-bedroom residential property. The approved plans provide for generous accommodation, including a kitchen, dining and living areas, four bedrooms, three bathrooms, a utility room and a boot room.

The character of the existing stone building, combined with the proposed contemporary accommodation, offers the opportunity to create a particularly attractive Cotswold home. With its own garden and potential for dedicated parking and garaging, the stone barn could appeal equally to somebody looking to develop and sell the finished property or retain it as part of a larger family estate.

The second development opportunity is the existing Dutch barn, which also benefits from planning permission for conversion into a separate three-bedroom dwelling. The approved scheme provides for a spacious open-plan kitchen, dining and living area, together with a study, games room and additional accommodation.

The design offers the opportunity to create a striking contemporary home, making the most of the building’s proportions and its countryside setting. As with the stone barn, the proposed dwelling would benefit from its own outside space, with potential for parking and garaging. Together, the two barn conversions offer the opportunity to create seven additional bedrooms across two separate homes, alongside the existing farmhouse.

One of the particularly interesting aspects of Wyck Hill Farm is the flexibility surrounding the amount of land available. The property is being offered with the opportunity to purchase approximately 57.8 acres in total, although smaller parcels can also be considered, depending on individual requirements and agreed boundaries.

For some buyers, the farmhouse and two barns with approximately two acres may provide everything they are looking for. Others may prefer a more substantial holding, perhaps incorporating 10 acres or the full acreage available. The surrounding land offers considerable appeal for those with equestrian, agricultural or general lifestyle interests, although any proposed change of use would be subject to the necessary consents.

Depending on the amount of land purchased, there may also be an opportunity to explore a separate access from the adjoining lane, potentially creating a more private approach to the property. This flexibility is a real advantage, allowing prospective purchasers to consider several possibilities rather than being restricted to purchasing the entire holding.

Planning permission has been granted for the conversion of the existing stone barn into a four-bedroom dwelling and the Dutch barn into a three-bedroom dwelling, forming part of a wider scheme involving the relocation of the existing equestrian facilities. The relevant planning application is 25/03122/FUL, which can be viewed through Cotswold District Council’s planning portal.

An important consideration is that the approved scheme requires the removal of existing equestrian buildings and associated infrastructure before either converted barn can be occupied. Prospective purchasers should therefore familiarise themselves with the approved plans, planning conditions and arrangements for relocating the existing equestrian facilities.

The proposed residential accommodation is not subject to an agricultural occupancy restriction, providing further flexibility. For developers, the opportunity to create two individual homes in such an attractive location is particularly interesting. Equally, private buyers may wish to retain the farmhouse alongside two additional dwellings for multigenerational living, guest accommodation or longer-term investment.

Wyck Hill Farm occupies an elevated position approximately two miles south of Stow-on-the-Wold, one of the North Cotswolds’ best-known market towns. Renowned for its historic market square, traditional Cotswold stone buildings and excellent selection of independent shops, cafés, pubs and restaurants, Stow offers a wonderful combination of everyday convenience and character.

The surrounding area is home to some of the Cotswolds’ most picturesque villages and market towns, including Bourton-on-the-Water, Lower Slaughter, Upper Slaughter, Burford and Moreton-in-Marsh. For those who enjoy the outdoors, there is an extensive network of footpaths, bridleways and countryside walks, together with opportunities for riding and cycling. Daylesford Organic, near Kingham, is also within easy reach, offering its popular farm shop, restaurants and wellness facilities.

For families, the wider area offers a selection of state and independent schools, including The Cotswold School in Bourton-on-the-Water, with individual admissions and catchment arrangements to be confirmed. Moreton-in-Marsh railway station provides regular services towards Oxford and London Paddington, whilst the nearby A429 and A424 offer convenient connections towards Cheltenham, Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon and the wider road network.

Wyck Hill Farm is a property with several different possibilities, and that’s what makes it particularly interesting. For some, the attraction will be the existing farmhouse, its mature gardens and wonderful countryside views. For others, it will be the opportunity to create two additional homes through the conversion of the existing barns.

The flexibility over the amount of land available adds another dimension, making the property suitable for a variety of buyers, whether they’re looking for a private country home, a development project or a larger rural holding.

Opportunities offering this combination of an existing Cotswold stone farmhouse, two substantial barn conversions with planning permission and up to approximately 57.8 acres, all within such easy reach of Stow-on-the-Wold, are relatively unusual.

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