Unconverted barn for sale in Idlicote, Warwickshire

Unconverted barn with planning permission in Idlicote, near Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire

A steel frame barn in Idlicote set in half an acre of land in the North Cotswolds, near Stratford-upon-Avon and Shipston-on-Stour

A rare opportunity to acquire a barn with planning permission for conversion to a large, five bedroom dwelling of 465 m² (5,000 ft²). The barn is set on a 0.5 acre plot on a quiet private estate with exceptional views over rolling countryside in all directions.

Detailed concept designs submitted as part of the application show a striking, light-filled home with internal courtyard and flexible living spaces.

The barn is particularly well located with excellent access from a minor country road and just five minutes from all the amenities of Shipston-on-Stour.

With strong comparable sales nearby and proven self-build demand in the area, this property combines design ambition with rural practicality, ready for a buyer to take forward without planning delays.

Key Features

• An outstanding residential development opportunity
• Set in a stunning rural location
• Far reaching views
• Set in grounds extending to 0.5 ac/0.20 ha
• Proposed accommodation extends to about 465 sqm / 5000 sqft
• Two atrium gardens by balconies on the first floor
• Five principal bedrooms and four bathrooms (three ensuite)
• Large balcony off which is the living room, dining / kitchen / family room, games room / study on the first floor
• Established precedent for high-quality conversions in the immediate area
• Less than ten miles from Stratford-upon-Avon and four miles from Shipston-on-Stour

Idlicote Estate Barns

Idlicote Estate Barns are located half a mile to the east of Idlicote village.

The Drying Barn is a large, well-situated barn which offers exceptional scope for conversion into a contemporary countryside home of significant scale, with the advantage of a secure planning position and architect-prepared design concepts.

Adjoining barns B and C have already been converted into outstanding residential dwellings with barn D currently under conversion.

Planning Permission

The Drying Barn has the benefit of change of use from agriculture to a single two storey residential dwelling under Class Q General Permitted Development Order 2015 (as amended) reference number 25/01163/COUQ issued by Stratford on Avon District Council dated 8th July 2025.

Contamination reports, landscaping, boundary treatment and residential curtilages are subject to a live application to discharge conditions pursuant planning reference number 25/01163/COUQ.

The approved floor plans and elevation plans subject to the grant of prior approval are as shown. Adjoining land outside the proposed domestic curtilage remains in agricultural use only.

Accommodation

The approved scheme has a large open-plan kitchen and dining area with a direct view across a central atrium to a spacious sitting room, creating a dramatic sense of light and connection.

There are four / five generous bedrooms, three with their own ensuites.

The plans also incorporate space for a gym, games room, boot room, and full utility facilities.

A second internal garden atrium is overlooked by a sweeping internal balcony and staircases, while expansive glazing frames the surrounding countryside.

Outside

The 0.5-acre plot offers scope for landscaped gardens, terraces, and ample parking - perfectly suited to both family living and entertaining at scale.

Location

Idlicote is a particularly unspoilt rural hamlet on the edge of the North Cotswolds, with a Norman church and a mixture of brick and stone houses. The Michelin star Royal Oak pub in the nearby village of Whatcote is a short walk from Idlicote Estate Barns by road or footpath.

The popular market town of Shipston-on-Stour lies four miles to the south and offers excellent local amenities with a variety of shopping, social, educational and recreational facilities.

There is easy access to the motorway network and regional centres including a one hour mainline fast service from Banbury to Marylebone.

Directions

Postcode: CV36 5DW
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From Shipston-on-Stour proceed north on the A3400 for Stratford-upon-Avon. After about half a mile turn right by a gate lodge for Honington. Proceed through the village heading for Idlicote and Whatcote. After about two miles, continue past the left turning to Idlicote Village for another quarter of a mile and The Drying Barn is situated on the right through double green gates.

Services

• It is understood mains electricity and water are connected to the property.
• LPG Calor Gas tank situated on site.
• Drainage is in line with local rural norms.
• Fibre broadband across the property.
• Water: Severn Trent water
• Electricity: National Grid:



GENERAL INFORMATION
• Tenure and Possession the property is for sale freehold with vacant possession on completion.
• Plans, Areas and Description the plans, floor / site areas and description are believed to be correct but no claim will be entertained by the vendor or their agents in respect of any error, omission or misdescription.
• The plans are for identification purposes only and are not to scale.
• Planning Enquiries Stratford on Avon District Council, Elizabeth house, church St, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6HX Tel: 01789-267575.
• Viewing by prior appointment only with the selling agents, Seccombes Estate Agents
• Wayleaves and Easements to properties sold subject to and with the benefit of all rights of way, easements and way leaves that may exist at the time of sale. There is a public footpath along the north eastern boundary.
• Special Conditions Of Sale the vendor reserves a right of access to the adjoining property, The English Barn along the north western boundary.
• IMPORTANT NOTICE These particulars have been prepared in good faith and are for guidance only. They are intended to give a fair description of the property, but do not constitute part of an offer or form any part of a contract. The photographs show only certain parts and aspects as at the time they were taken. We have not carried out a survey on the property, nor have we tested the services, appliances or any specific fittings. Any areas, measurements or distances we have referred to are given as a guide only and are not precise.