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Latchen, Longhope, Gloucestershire, GL17

South West

£425,000
Listed on 08/05/2026

Property Details

Bedrooms
4
Type
Detached
Area
1249 sqft

Description

This chain-free cottage, perched in an elevated location with views stretching towards May Hill, presents a unique opportunity for renovation and investment. While the property requires updates throughout, it boasts a wealth of original features that could be restored to enhance its character. Set within generous grounds, this home offers plenty of potential for improvements or extensions in a desirable village setting. Located just a short distance from Longhope village, you’ll find local amenities such as schools, shops, and pubs easily accessible. The picturesque countryside surrounding the area invites outdoor enthusiasts to explore numerous walking paths right from their doorstep. For more extensive shopping and leisure options, Ross-on-Wye, Gloucester, and Cheltenham are also within reach. The layout includes multiple reception areas ripe for transformation: a spacious sitting/dining room with exposed beams and two fireplaces (one currently blocked) and a kitchen that remains functional yet outdated—perfect for reconfiguration or modernization. With four bedrooms offering various sizes and versatile usage options—including potential studies—this cottage can cater to different living arrangements once refreshed. The bathroom is serviceable but in need of modernization as well. Lastly, outside space is plentiful with both front and rear gardens featuring established borders and even an orchard area waiting for landscaping ideas. This property truly holds significant investment potential for those willing to undertake the revitalization efforts necessary to bring it into the modern age.

Investment Analysis

(GL17 area)

Above Market Value

This property is priced +16.8% above area average per sq ft

+16.8%
This Property
£340/sq ft
Area Average
£291/sq ft

Renovation Potential

Medium Refurb
Est. Renovation Cost
£50,000 - £80,000
Target Value
£400,354
10% above area average per sq ft
Potential ROI
-20.7%
After renovation
Note: Renovation cost estimates are AI-generated based on property location and general characteristics, and may not reflect actual costs.
Monthly Sales
12
Average per month
Market Turnover
7%
Properties sold annually

Local Market Trend (GL17)

Area prices are stable by -2.0% over the last 12 months
3 year growth: -3.7%
5 year growth: +10.2%
Investment Disclaimer: Analysis based on GL17 area averages and may not reflect property-specific factors like condition, exact location, or unique features. Any renovation cost estimates provided are AI-generated and should be considered indicative only. Renovation costs vary significantly based on property condition and scope of work. Always conduct professional surveys and get multiple quotes before making investment decisions.

Location

Latchen, Longhope, Gloucestershire, GL17
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Current average 2-year fixed rate is 3.97%

Current average variable rate is 6.59%

Monthly Repayments
£1,516
Based on a loan of £318,750 over 30 years at 3.97% interest

These results are estimates and are only intended as a guide. Make sure you obtain accurate figures from your lender before committing to any mortgage. Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on a mortgage.

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