Middle Woodford, Salisbury, SP4
South West
£275,000
Listed on 21/09/2026
Listed on 21/09/2026
The listing
Property details
Bedrooms
3Type
HouseArea
1240 sqftFeatures
- Garden
Description
This linked period cottage in Middle Woodford is believed to date back at least 400 years in part and has been in the same ownership for five decades. The accommodation includes three reception rooms, with an inglenook fireplace in the sitting room, alongside a kitchen, bathroom and lobby on the ground floor. Upstairs are three bedrooms and a cloakroom. The property is described as requiring updating, offering scope to refresh the existing accommodation while retaining its period features.
The gardens are mainly lawn with mature shrubs and hedging, and include a side return leading to a good-sized outbuilding. The outbuilding is currently described as suitable for storage, with possible alternative use subject to planning permission and other necessary consents. The property is in the Woodford Valley, with the River Avon and local village amenities nearby. Salisbury is approximately 5.5 miles away, with rail services to London Waterloo and road access via the A303.
WHOTS analysis
Our WHOTS verdict
An internal assessment of the opportunity to acquire, improve and create value.
79out of 100
Grade BGood opportunity
Confidence: MEDIUM
The Old Post Cottage combines a strong value entry point with plenty of period character. At £275,000, the asking price works out at £222 per sq ft, 34.4% below the local average—a notable opportunity to acquire a three-bedroom home with three reception rooms, exposed beams and an inglenook fireplace in the Woodford Valley.
The project looks light: the interiors are dated but broadly intact, leaving scope for a cosmetic refresh and selective updates to make the most of the cottage’s traditional features. The established garden, river-valley outlook and good-sized outbuilding add to the appeal; the roof looks weathered in the available view, so its condition is worth checking during a survey.
Key opportunities
- Refresh the dated finishes and flooring while retaining and highlighting the exposed beams, traditional details and inglenook fireplace.
- Make use of the three reception rooms to create flexible living and entertaining spaces.
- Explore the potential of the established garden and good-sized outbuilding, subject to condition and any required consents.
Key risks
None recorded.
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Transport
Nearest stations
Salisbury Rail Station
3.8 miles
Train · Salisbury
Grateley Rail Station
9.7 miles
Train · Grateley
Dean Rail Station
10.2 miles
Train · West Dean
Tisbury Rail Station
11.7 miles
Train · Tisbury
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Pricing
Price history
-15.4% since listed
£275,000£25,000(-8.3%)
29/06/2026£300,000£25,000(-7.7%)
24/04/2026£325,000Initial listing
03/03/2026Services
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