Dreaming of a slice of the good life? If you fancy snapping up your own farm without breaking the bank, these abandoned properties might just be of interest. From sprawling estates with endless potential to manageable smallholdings perfect for first-timers, these lots are sure to bring out your inner farmer. And while these neglected beauties require a little work to bring them up to scratch, we think they would be more than worth the effort.

Nestled in the quaint village of East Brent in Somerset in the UK, it looks like it's been a while since anyone called this rundown smallholding home. However, with plenty of land on offer and lots of development potential, it has the bones to be a bustling agricultural property once more.

The main residence has been left to languish and requires a complete overhaul, plus signs of damp are sadly evident throughout the accommodation. That said, its four bedrooms and array of living areas are well-proportioned and could make a spacious family home after an extensive renovation.

Remnants of yesteryear, the kitchen and bathrooms clearly haven't been updated in a while and would need ripping out. If you're not afraid of starting from scratch, this forlorn dwelling could be the ideal blank canvas to put your own stamp on. We're imagining a rustic farmhouse-style kitchen, complete with a classic range and breakfast bar...

Outside, the house is set in almost an acre of land, featuring a large outbuilding, smaller structures and a detached garage, so whether you're hankering for a small-scale farm or simply want to try your hand at growing produce, there's plenty of space to stretch out. This fixer-upper smallholding goes to auction on 31 March with Greenslade Taylor Hunt, with a guide price of $400,000 (£290k).

If you're seeking scenery, seclusion and a complete overhaul project, then this historic smallholding may just be right for you. Located in the spectacular countryside of Carmarthenshire in the UK, the spacious farm not only boasts panoramic views across endless rolling fields but also the opportunity to build your own house on a truly unparalleled plot.

Positioned a short distance from the coast, the sprawling estate offers 11 acres of land and numerous outbuildings, all of which are in need of a complete overhaul. Bursting with potential, the main stone farmhouse offers three living rooms, a kitchen, four bedrooms and a single bathroom. Period features worth restoring include the building's original fireplaces, beamed ceilings and stained-glass windows. Some of the rooms even boast barrel-vaulted ceilings.

A major fixer-upper, the rundown residence is not for the faint-hearted. Every aspect of the home will need to be modernised in order to make it livable, from the peeling plasterwork and single-glazed windows to the signs of damp and decay. Yet the house isn't short on space and in the hands of an ambitious buyer, it could be an incredible estate.

The property also comes complete with numerous paddocks and woodlands, where cattle or horses could roam freely, as well as a traditional cowshed, numerous barns and stables. Positioned on a peaceful plot, the house is also in easy reach of the nearest village and motorway. Available via OnTheMarket for $395,000 (£285k), this languishing agricultural lot has the potential to be an amazing rural home.

Anyone seeking off-grid solitude in Scotland will adore this traditional steading. Located in the countryside of Lockerbie, the historic farm is currently for sale via Threave Rural for offers over $210,000 (£150k) and comes complete with full planning permission to be converted into a beautiful family home.

The traditional, stone-built steading building is also accompanied by a large storage barn and offers picturesque views across the stunning surrounding countryside. There's a courtyard in the centre of the property, as well as land that could be used for keeping farmyard animals or growing vegetables.

While there's a lot of work to be done, we think the steading would make a pretty amazing home. Just imagine how stunning this vaulted beamed ceiling would look inside a newly converted structure. If Chip and Joanna Gaines can turn this rundown shack into a stunning home, then think of the potential for this rundown barn!

There's plenty of inside space to play with and a cash injection could quickly turn this dilapidated building into something special. Plus, services are already located nearby and the property is in close proximity to the area's major road networks. If you've got the imagination to undertake a fixer-upper, then this is definitely the project for you.

If you have a healthy budget to play with, then this historic Federal farmhouse could well be your dream home. Located in the Pennsylvanian borough of Ambler, in the heart of Montgomery County, the pretty property dates back to 1815 and is known locally as Moses Lukens House. 

For sale through Long & Foster Real Estate for $925,000 (£655k), the historic home has charm and potential in bucket loads. Boasting over two acres of land and almost 4,500 square feet is living space, there are five oversized bedrooms, three bathrooms with elegant built-ins and plenty of light-filled living spaces that are waiting to be rescued.

Inside, the original floorplan remains historically intact, with a grand central hallway sandwiched between two large parlour rooms on either side. A spectacular mural covers the longest wall in the entranceway. The work is believed to have been painted by an itinerant artist for the wealthy Lukens family and could be a very special feature if correctly restored. Plus, the home's new hot water heater and updated electrics mean the hard part of the renovation has already been taken care of.

Kitted out with cherrywood floors, 'King of Prussia' marble fireplaces, original sash windows, iron radiators, staircase mouldings, brass doorknobs and gorgeous timber built-ins, many of the rooms appear untouched since the early 19th century. There's also a walk-in fireplace in the kitchen and historic Mercer tiles in the mudroom. If all this wasn't enough, the property also comes with a stone bank barn and a carriage house built in 1827, both primed and ready to be brought back to life.

Empty agricultural lots don't get much more idyllic than this. Thought to be around 500 years old, this historic smallholding on the Isle of Wight, just off the south coast of England, features a charming main house complete with characterful brickwork and a thatched roof, not to mention a fascinating past...

On the market for $485,000 (£350k) with Spence Willard, the Grade II-listed farmhouse offers three storeys of accommodation. Brimming with potential, the property has been unoccupied for the past four and a half years so some work will be needed to bring it up to scratch for modern living.

From exposed beams to original fireplaces and period windows, there's no shortage of beautiful heritage features for the new owner to restore to their former glory. Originally a pair of farm worker's cottages, the property was reportedly used by smugglers way back when as a place to store their spoils.

The generous lot also includes a stone barn, a detached garage and a third of an acre of land – ideal for cultivating crops or establishing a small hobby farm. Located within a mile of the beach, this promising plot could offer an ambitious buyer a slice of the good life, given a little elbow grease and creative thinking.

Offered for $360,000 (£258k), this historic Amish farm has character and potential in abundance. Sitting on over 60 acres of land in the town of Pittsford, Michigan, the property certainly offers plenty of bang for your buck.

For sale with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, the property features a two-storey main residence, a connected guest house, a hay barn, a large pole barn and several storage structures that would be ideal for machinery. But, since this was once Amish land, there’s no modern electricity or plumbing on-site, so these would need to be installed in order to render the home suitable for 21st-century living. There is, however, an active well for fresh water. 

Deserted mid-renovation, many of the rooms in the main property are half-finished, with raw plasterboard walls and construction tools still scattered around. With a total of 3,712 square feet of interior space as well as nine bedrooms, this farm offers a new owner the opportunity to put their own stamp on the large homestead.

The extensive estate features everything you could need to raise cattle or create an equestrian paradise. 40 of the estate’s acres are tillable, so you could turn your hands to growing vegetables or other crops, while the remaining 20 acres are made up of open pastures, fenced paddocks and idyllic woodlands. There’s even a training track and stables for horses.

Combining a penchant for history with a passion for farming, the historic Holland-Claggett Farm in Brookeville, Maryland is a once-in-a-lifetime purchase. Easily one of Montgomery County’s most significant historic farms, it includes extensive pastures, along with a main farmhouse, tenant house and caretaker's property. 

The Holland-Claggett Farm has long been associated with the Holland family, who bought the land in 1742. The three-bedroom, one-bathroom farmhouse was then constructed in 1834 by Grafton Holland. Stretching a generous 11 acres, this is a unique opportunity for an ambitious buyer to restore a historic gem.

Inside the main property, you'll find plenty of original details, from period fireplaces to wooden floors and an exquisitely carved staircase. If you need more space then look no further than the sizeable attic which is ripe for conversion. Along with the farmhouse, the two smaller homes on the lot are in need of attention – this is definitely one for a seasoned renovator!

But with some hard work, this historic farmhouse could become a handsome smallholding once more. With views over the Hawlings River Valley, the location is nothing short of idyllic, plus it is only around 30 miles in either direction to reach both Baltimore and Washington. If you've got $749,000 (£538k) going spare, then Holland-Claggett Farm could soon be yours.

If you're looking to settle down in Tennessee, then perhaps Halls Hill Pike farm will be the home for you. Nestled on 74 acres of land in the scenic heart of Rutherford County, the historic estate dates back to 1920 and has everything you could possibly need to live the good life.

The farm is home to an abandoned timber barn and a spacious family home added much later. Both are in a state of disrepair and would need a complete overhaul in order to render them suitable for everyday living. With enough space for three bedrooms, two bathrooms and several large living rooms, the main brick residence offers plenty of room for improvement.

Although the farm has sat abandoned for some time, part of the land is still being used to run cattle and horses, giving the lucky new owner the chance to pick up where the last resident left off. Sitting back off the road, the ultra-secluded estate benefits from access to a private well, modern electrics and a septic tank, taking some of the hassle out of the renovation.

The estate's seemingly endless land comes complete with three ponds, a creek, pastureland and attractive woods, making it suitable as recreational or farmland. If you've fallen in love with this small slice of paradise, then you'll just need $450,000 (£323k) in the bank in order to make Halls Hill Pike farm your own. If you need some inspiration, then these cool converted farm buildings are sure to do the trick.

If you have a bigger budget to play with, then the Kauffman Farm might just be your dream purchase. Nestled on 125 spectacular acres of land in Oley, Pennsylvania, the American spread is truly unforgettable. Described by the listing agents, Sotheby's International Realty, as "one of the most authentic Pennsylvania historic sites that exists in today's modern world", this important estate is sure to be snapped up quickly.

Priced at just under $2 million (£1.4m), the farm has endless potential. As well as ample land that's suitable for cattle or agriculture, the homestead boasts two domestic buildings and an array of outbuildings that are all waiting to be rescued. Dating back to 1763, the 3,900-square-foot main residence is full to the brim with historic features, including limestone walls, chestnut beams, brick floors and 35-foot walk-in fireplaces.

The main house comes with three bedrooms and numerous bathrooms, as well as a full basement that's waiting to be turned into something remarkable. Elsewhere you’ll find a piggery, a granary, a wagon shed, stables, and even a private family graveyard. For those seeking a home with a job thrown in, the estate boasts its own bakehouse and original lime kiln, ideal for budding breadmakers and artists.

Perfectly preserved, the estate also features two ancient stone barns and a three-storey stone cabin with a cedar roof. The 1,700-square-foot building has been restored but is in need of some final touches to transform it into a caretaker’s cottage or perhaps a vacation rental. Left intact, as if the animals have just gone out to pasture, this beautiful outbuilding also has the potential to be a spectacular modern barn home. Well what are you waiting for?

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