# 2 bedroom character property for sale (SN11 0DU)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | MIDDLE BARN, CASTLE STREET, CALNE, CALNE, WILTSHIRE SN11 0DU |
| Price | £325,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Last sold | £31,500 Jul 1996 |

## Description

**SUMMARY**

Middle Barn is a unique home, with charm, space and flexibility being the hallmarks of this large, warm and welcoming home dating back to 1560's. You can feel the relaxed and friendly atmosphere from the moment you walk into the main reception with its fascinating accommodation set over 3 floors.

**DESCRIPTION**

Arranged over three floors Middle Barn is a Quirky and charming Grade ll conversion, positioned within a short walk of an array of amenities. Comprising a sizeable reception, fitted kitchen/dining room which leads to a work room and wine cellar/store. On this floor a shower room and sauna add to the accommodation. The reception rooms are open plan and there is a stunning attic room that could be turned in to additional bedrooms. A further master bedroom on the ground level, bathroom and study area complete the remainder of the rooms in this most quirky and rare to the market home. Externally there is a courtyard to the side with double gates giving access to the front, ideal for the storage of a motorbike or used as a small outdoor entertaining space.

**Lounge** 20' 10" x 19' 11" ( 6.35m x 6.07m )

Split over two levels this lovely open plan room has plenty of space for furniture and is an ideal entertaining space. Double glazed windows to the front aspect and double glazed French doors allow a good deal of natural light to flood the room. Steps lead up to the study area, bedroom and bathroom.

**Bedroom One** 17' 6" x 7' 11" ( 5.33m x 2.41m )

Spacious master bedroom with a double glazed window to the side aspect, painted open stone walls, open hanging space and laminate flooring.

**Bathroom** 

Bathroom comprising a low level w/c, wash hand basin with tiled splash backs, bath with mixer taps with shower attachment over and an extractor fan.

**Top Floor Attic Room** 30' 6" (max) x 17' 5" (taken at floor level) ( 9.30m (max) x 5.31m (taken at floor level) )

This room could be converted to be an additional bedroom or could also provide further living accommodation, with a double glazed Velux window to the side aspect, beams and open brick walls it provides a truly stunning space for relaxing.

**Kitchen / Diner** 17' 5" (max incl stairs) x 16' 11" ( 5.31m (max incl stairs) x 5.16m )

Fitted kitchen comprising a range of wall and base units with work surfaces over, stainless steel sink/drainer with part tiled walls. Space for Range cooker, double glazed window to the side aspect, French doors open out to a storage area. Space for an American size fridge/freezer and a dining table that could accommodate 10 +. Doorway leading to the workshop and door leading to the shower room which in turn leads to the sauna.

**Shower Room** 

Shower cubicle and door leading to the sauna, a unique addition for a relaxing leisure facility.

**Workshop ( Basement)** 17' 7" x 12' 1" ( 5.36m x 3.68m )

A useful room for storage or for the carpentry enthusiast this would be a superb work from home space. There is also plumbing for a washing machine.

**Basement Store** 14' 3" x 4' 9" ( 4.34m x 1.45m )

Useful for storage this room could be an ideal wine cellar.

**Courtyard Garden** 

Decked side courtyard providing a useful outside space with double gates leading to the front.

1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.

2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.

3. Measurements: These approximate room sizes are only intended as general guidance. You must verify the dimensions carefully before ordering carpets or any built-in furniture.

4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.

5. THESE PARTICULARS ARE ISSUED IN GOOD FAITH BUT DO NOT CONSTITUTE REPRESENTATIONS OF FACT OR FORM PART OF ANY OFFER OR CONTRACT. THE MATTERS REFERRED TO IN THESE PARTICULARS SHOULD BE INDEPENDENTLY VERIFIED BY PROSPECTIVE BUYERS OR TENANTS. NEITHER SEQUENCE (UK) LIMITED NOR ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS HAS ANY AUTHORITY TO MAKE OR GIVE ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATEVER IN RELATION TO THIS PROPERTY.

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/61252795/745670) - Floorplan 1

## Sales History

*Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| MIDDLE BARN CASTLE STREET, CALNE, NORTH WILTSHIRE, WILTSHIRE, SN11 0DU | £31,500 | 10/07/1996 | Detached |

## Sold Comparables

*Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| [Same street] COBBLESTONE HOUSE CASTLE STREET, CALNE, WILTSHIRE, SN11 0DU | £265,000 | 08/11/2021 | Semi-detached |

**Street average:** £265,000 (1 sale)

## Price vs local average

*Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).*

- **Local average:** £918,571 (7 Other, SN11, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -64.6%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Wiltshire). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £958/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,064/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,170/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Cheltenham (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £798/mo

## Rental Comparables

*Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area (same bedroom count). Use to validate rent estimates. Student lets are excluded.*

| Title | Rent | Beds | Distance | As seen on |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 2 Bed Flat, Quemerford, SN11 | £1,250/mo | 2 | 1.11 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £1,250/mo (1 listing)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.38% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £156,250
- **Target investor price (1%):** £125,000

*Monthly rent ÷ price. 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak. Max investor price = rent ÷ 0.8% (Stoke-style target). Target investor price = rent ÷ 1% (strong cashflow band). Based on OpenRent comparables.*

## Rent-driven metrics

*Based on OpenRent comparables (median £1,250/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 4.6%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 21.7×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £-180/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -2.3%

*Gross yield = annual rent as % of price (no costs). Cost-to-rent = price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables); under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed. Cashflow = rent − mortgage − 10% maintenance − £25/mo compliance; assumes 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term. ROI = annual profit ÷ cash in (deposit + 4% purchase costs).*

## Capital growth trend

*Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.*

- **5y growth:** 2.5%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Wiltshire; All dwelling types series; as of March 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** -0.2%
- **5y growth (index):** 13.5%
- **10y growth (index):** 31%

## Flood risk

- **Zone:** 1
- **Risk:** Low
- **Source:** Job (default Low)

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