Unique home-plus-business: barn conversion, museum workshops, café and 10-pitch campsite on nearly 4 acres.
Three-bedroom barn conversion with vaulted open-plan kitchen living area
Set on just under 4 acres with 1.6 hectares of woodland, this barn conversion and extensive outbuildings combine a comfortable three-bedroom home with a substantial commercial setup. The modern open-plan kitchen/living area, vaulted ceilings and character features give the main residence a high-quality feel; the west wing can be used as an annexe. The site includes a licensed café (40 covers) and former car museum arranged across large open-plan workshop space currently displaying vehicles.
The commercial element offers clear income potential: a 400sqm display workshop with mezzanine, 4,300 sqft of outbuildings, and a touring caravan area with 10 electrical hook-ups, chemical disposal and amenities. The business has operated as a museum with a licensed tearoom and the sale could include inventories and the option to transfer trading as a going concern. Rateable value is modest (£3,800), so qualifying businesses may benefit from relief.
Practical considerations are significant and should be factored into any purchase. The site is remote (hamlet location) in an area of local deprivation, so customer footfall may be seasonal and reliant on marketing or events. Ongoing upkeep will be required across large buildings, woodland and campsite areas; servicing, insurance and maintenance costs for a site of this scale can be material. Residential facilities are comfortable but the advertised “bathrooms: 1” contrasts with listed en-suite and shower rooms—clarify residential services prior to offer.
This property will suit a buyer seeking a combined home-and-business opportunity: an investor, family-run enterprise, hobbyist with storage and display needs, or someone looking to develop tourism, events or specialist workshops. Viewing is recommended to assess layout, running costs and commercial potential in person.