Property Guru Lists £3 Million Midland Mansion for Just £395,000 After Extensive Restoration
A self-proclaimed property expert who invested millions into renovating a historic Grade II-listed mansion in the Midlands has decided to sell the property for a significantly reduced price. Samuel Leeds, a British businessman, purchased Ribbesford House in Bewdley, Worcestershire, back in 2018 for £810,000 and has since claimed to have poured £3 million into restoration efforts to make the building structurally sound.
Historic Property Back on the Market with Savills
The 20-bedroom mansion, which dates back to the 11th century, is now listed with estate agent Savills at a guide price of £395,000. The property comes with approximately eight acres of land, offering a peaceful countryside setting near the River Severn, close to Bewdley's town centre and with easy access to the Wyre Forest, Kidderminster, Worcester, and Birmingham.
Samuel Leeds explained his decision to sell, stating, "I'm sad to let it go, but I haven't got the time or inclination to manage the process anymore. I've spent £3m making it water tight after buying it for only £810k in 2018. It's time for someone else to finish the story."
Planning Application for Residential Development
A planning application has been submitted to convert the property into 22 residential dwellings. This application is currently under consideration by local planning authorities, with an updated submission made at the end of August 2025. Prospective buyers will need to handle the conclusion of any planning matters and work with existing consultants unless they choose to engage a new team.
Controversial Comments and Private Jet Travel
Mr Leeds, who has around 400,000 Instagram followers, recently made headlines for his comments about Dubai being safer than London. He also boasted about spending over £100,000 on a private jet to return to England from Dubai, denying claims that he fled the city. He stated that the trip was necessary to attend a pre-arranged event for his academy members at Heathrow, which included a dinner costing £150,000.
He elaborated, "I dropped £100k-plus on a private jet to get back to England when most people thought Dubai was shut completely from air travel. It wasn't because I wanted to flee Dubai - in fact, Dubai is very safe. It was because I had made a commitment."
The sale of Ribbesford House marks a significant turn in the property's history, as it seeks new ownership to continue its restoration and potential development into residential units.
