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Lower Stocks Farmhouse & Buildings, Coptiviney, Ellesmere, Shropshire

West Midlands

£500,000

Listed on 25/09/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
4
Type
Detached
Area
1865 sqft

Description

Lower Stocks Farm presents a rare and exciting development opportunity set within approximately 3.16 acres of land, ideal for cash buyers. Located just under two miles from the desirable market town of Ellesmere, this extensive site offers a blank canvas for developers, investors, or self-builders. At the heart of the property is a substantial four-bedroom farmhouse that has been stripped back to its timber frame structure, providing complete architectural freedom to design a high-specification layout from scratch. Given the non-standard nature of the construction, the property may be unsuitable for traditional mortgage options and is likely best suited for cash buyers. In addition to the main residence, the site features a variety of agricultural buildings, including a versatile barn that could serve as a studio, home office, or additional accommodation. There are also traditional brick-built barns and other structures that may be eligible for Class Q conversion into separate residential units, subject to necessary planning consents. The entire plot boasts breathtaking panoramic views over the rolling Shropshire countryside, making it an exceptional investment or the foundation for a spectacular rural estate.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

38out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This detached four-bedroom farmhouse presents a substantial renovation opportunity on a generous 3.16-acre plot, perfect for cash buyers looking to create a bespoke rural estate. The interior has been stripped back to timber frame, offering a blank canvas for ambitious developers or self-builders to craft a unique living space from the ground up. The potential for Class Q conversions on the additional agricultural buildings only enhances the appeal of this site, which boasts stunning views over the Shropshire countryside.

However, the current asking price of £500,000, translating to £268/sqf, is slightly above the local average of £265/sqf. Coupled with a heavy renovation budget estimated between £150,000 and £300,000, the all-in costs could exceed local benchmarks for the area, making the economics of this project a significant concern. The property is likely unmortgageable in its current state, adding to the complexity of the investment.

Key opportunities

  • Extensive architectural freedom to design a high-spec living space from scratch.
  • Possibility to convert adjacent agricultural buildings into separate residential dwellings, subject to planning.
  • Stunning panoramic views over the countryside enhance the property's appeal.

Key risks

  • Stripped interiors and a £150,000–£300,000 works budget make this a full-gut programme, not a refresh.
  • Budget around £725,000 once the asking price and an estimated £225,000 of refurbishment are combined — roughly 32% above what comparable floor area achieves locally in current condition. Finished value after works is not modelled here.

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Lower Stocks Farmhouse & Buildings, Coptiviney, Ellesmere, Shropshire
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£1,889
Based on a loan of £375,000 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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