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The Square, Stow-on-the-Wold

South West

£1,250,000

Listed on 26/09/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
5
Type
Character Property
Area
4942 sqft

Description

This substantial Grade II Listed detached house offers a unique opportunity in the heart of Stow-on-the-Wold, a charming Cotswold town. Known as The Elms, this five-bedroom property has been in the same family for nearly 50 years and is now ready for modernisation. Located near the iconic Market Square, it features a good-sized garden and private parking close by. The ground floor includes an attractive wooden panelled drawing room, a sitting room, a small office, and a utility space with access to the garden. The first floor hosts a kitchen/diner, two bathrooms, and three bedrooms, while the second floor has two additional bedrooms and a study. A usable attic space is located on the third floor. Outside, the private garden is complemented by a stone-built workshop/storage room. The property’s potential for development, subject to planning consents, adds to its appeal. Offered at auction.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

An internal assessment of the opportunity to acquire, improve and create value.

63out of 100
Grade CPotential opportunity

Confidence: LOW

The Elms presents a unique opportunity to acquire a substantial Grade II Listed townhouse in the heart of Stow-on-the-Wold at a remarkably cheap asking price of £1,250,000, which is significantly below the local average at £253/sqf compared to £416/sqf. This property, available for the first time in nearly 50 years, requires extensive modernisation, offering a canvas for a visionary buyer to restore its character and charm while potentially enhancing its value in a desirable location.

While the interiors show signs of age and wear throughout, including dated living areas, bedrooms, kitchen, and bathrooms, this heavy renovation project allows for creative freedom in reimagining the layout and design. The garden, although currently overgrown, has potential for landscaping into a lovely outdoor space. With a strong foundation and a good exterior condition, this property stands as a promising venture for those looking to invest time and resources into a project that can yield significant rewards in the future.

Key opportunities

  • Opportunity to modernise and restore the character of a substantial Grade II Listed property.
  • Potential to create a beautiful garden space from the currently overgrown area.
  • The layout allows for creative redesign, enhancing both living space and functionality.

Key risks

  • Stripped interiors and a heavy renovation budget make this a full-gut programme, not a refresh.
  • Dated condition throughout, including kitchens and bathrooms, may deter some buyers.
  • Potential planning issues for development due to Listed status.

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£4,722
Based on a loan of £937,500 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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