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Tyddyn Cynar Barn, Llansilin, Oswestry, Powys

West Midlands

£200,000

Listed on 20/09/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
4
Type
Barn Conversion

Description

Tyddyn Cynar Barn presents a unique development opportunity, offering a Grade II listed medieval barn with approved planning permission for a luxurious four-bedroom residential conversion. This property allows potential buyers to bypass the often lengthy and complex planning process, making it an attractive prospect for self-builders, investors, or developers looking to create a bespoke country residence that harmonizes modern living with historic charm. Set apart from Tyddyn Cynar House by a picturesque medieval ruin, the barn features its own dedicated entrance off the road, ensuring privacy. The proposed design emphasizes impressive timber framing and rugged masonry, while incorporating expansive modern openings that promise to create a bright and airy family home or workspace. Surrounded by beautiful pastoral landscapes, this barn is a blank canvas for ambitious projects. The approved designs are crafted to preserve the barn's heritage, including the original slate floor that recalls its historical use by Cistercian farming monks. The property is nestled in a stunning location with breathtaking views of rolling fields and a gentle river, providing a serene lifestyle away from the hustle and bustle of urban life. The area is rich with opportunities for outdoor activities, including walking and cycling routes. Despite its tranquil setting, the barn is conveniently located near vibrant local communities with charming villages and market towns that offer boutique shopping, artisan cafes, and excellent schooling options. Additionally, there may be grants available for restoration through The Architectural Heritage Fund, supporting heritage regeneration projects in Wales. Services will need to be connected, and the property is subject to various rights of way and easements. This listing represents a rare chance to invest in a piece of history while crafting a modern living space in an idyllic rural setting.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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45out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: LOW

This is a distinctive conversion project: a medieval Grade II listed barn in a rural setting, with the listing stating that planning permission and listed building consent have been granted for a four-bedroom home. The proposed designs suggest a striking blend of historic fabric, generous ceiling height and large glazed openings, but they are visualisations rather than evidence of completed work or current consent conditions; verify the approvals and scheme before proceeding.

At £200,000, the asking price cannot yet be judged against local £/sqf because the floor area is missing. The existing barn is severely deteriorated, particularly at the roof and external fabric, so the £180,000–£350,000 renovation range points to a major restoration and conversion programme rather than a cosmetic update. The setting and heritage character are compelling, but the scale of the works and the unavailable floor-area comparison leave this a low-opportunity proposition overall.

Key opportunities

  • Create a bespoke four-bedroom home from the medieval Grade II listed barn, drawing on its historic character and the approved conversion concept.
  • The proposed design offers scope to combine the barn’s timber framing, rugged masonry and sweeping ceiling height with large glazed openings.
  • The rural setting, mature trees and surrounding landscape give the conversion a distinctive country-house backdrop.

Key risks

  • The deteriorated roof, damaged or missing cladding, exposed masonry and overgrowth, alongside a £180,000–£350,000 works range, make this a major restoration and conversion programme rather than a refresh.
  • The floor area is missing, so value versus local £/sqf cannot yet be judged.

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Location

Tyddyn Cynar Barn, Llansilin, Oswestry, Powys
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Transport

Nearest stations

  • Gobowen Rail Station

    5.9 miles

    Train · Gobowen

  • Chirk Rail Station

    6.4 miles

    Train · Chirk

  • Ruabon Rail Station

    10.0 miles

    Train · Ruabon

  • Welshpool Raven Square Station (W&LLR)

    14.3 miles

    Metro · Welshpool

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£817
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