Tucked away near Snowdonia, this derelict barn has planning permission to become a rural retreat – and it's heading to auction
The barn is up for auction on the 23rd of June(Image credit: Plotfinder)
Just west of Corwen in the peaceful village of Druid, a derelict stone barn is offering a rare opportunity for renovators with a vision.
The secluded 0.16-acre freehold plot provides easy access to Snowdonia National Park and the wider North Wales countryside.
With full planning permission already granted for a barn conversioninto a holiday let in one of the region’s most scenic settings, it's a fantastic opportunity to get your hands on a unique property.
A blank canvas in a prime countryside setting
The barn has a guide price of £80k(Image credit: Plotfinder)
The property consists of a vacant, stone-built barn situated on a freehold plot of approximately 0.16 acres.
Although currently derelict, the site presents considerable potential for conversion and improvement, with space available for landscaping or modest development enhancements.
Located in a tranquil setting, the barn benefits from excellent access to nearby walking trails, the River Dee, and key transport routes leading into Snowdonia National Park, making it well-positioned to appeal to visitors seeking a peaceful base for exploring the natural surroundings of North Wales.
Permission for a holiday let
Planning permission has already been granted by Denbighshire County Council for a conversion into a self-contained holiday let.
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It authorises a change of use from derelict agricultural building to a self-contained holiday let, along with associated structural works – including drainage, access and installation of a private foul sewage treatment plant.
The documentation does not include permission for additional extensions or extra floors, so any additional barn conversion idea beyond the approved conversion footprint would require a fresh application – potentially as a householder or minor development, depending on the scale.
How to buy at the online auction
The property will be sold via unconditional online auction, opening Monday 23rd June and closing Wednesday 25th June, with a guide price of £80,000. For more details on the auction visit the Plotfinder website.
As the sale is unconditional, successful bidders are legally committed to complete the purchase and must pay a deposit and auction fees immediately.
This is a rare opportunity to transform a piece of rural Denbighshire into a unique, income-generating retreat at the foot of one of Britain’s most popular National Parks.
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News Editor Joseph has previously written for Today’s Media and Chambers & Partners, focusing on news for conveyancers and industry professionals. Joseph has just started his own self build project, building his own home on his family’s farm with planning permission for a timber frame, three-bedroom house in a one-acre field. The foundation work has already begun and he hopes to have the home built in the next year. Prior to this he renovated his family's home as well as doing several DIY projects, including installing a shower, building sheds, and livestock fences and shelters for the farm’s animals. Outside of homebuilding, Joseph loves rugby and has written for Rugby World, the world’s largest rugby magazine.
