Summary - THE COTTAGE, FROME MANOR WR6 5AE
1 bed 1 bath Land
Detached timber barn on c.2 acres with Class Q approval and Malvern Hills views.
Detached timber barn with Class Q for conversion confirmed 22 Aug 2024
A detached timber barn with Class Q permitted development sits in about 2 acres of paddock, offering a rare rural conversion opportunity with elevated views towards the Malvern Hills. The confirmed Class Q decision (Herefordshire Council, application code 241648, 22 Aug 2024) means prior approval is not required for change of use to a larger dwellinghouse; consent for a new vehicular access and parking was also granted (application no. 250721). This creates a straightforward route to convert the barn into a distinctive home or holiday/letting asset.
The site is well-suited to buyers seeking space and privacy — hobby farmers, buyers wanting significant garden and paddock land, or developers aiming for a character conversion. The barn’s large internal volume and high ceilings give flexibility for imaginative internal layouts. The elevated position and open outlook materially enhance the site value and living experience.
Important practical points are clear and factual: services have not been confirmed and prospective purchasers must make their own enquiries about utilities and connections. The barn is in a remoter agricultural community with average mobile signal and fast broadband reported, but local amenities are limited and the area is described as deprived; travel to larger towns (Ledbury, Bromyard) is necessary for broader services. Access improvements already have planning consent, which reduces one common barrier, but conversion will require building works, compliance with conversion conditions and likely additional consents if a larger scheme is sought.
This is a strong opportunity for buyers who prioritise land, countryside outlook and conversion potential and who are prepared to manage the practical steps of rural development. The property’s freehold status, low local crime risk and no identified flood risk add practical reassurance alongside the scenic and recreational appeal.
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