6 amazing homes for sale right now

Whether it’s a hidden room revealed by a hinged bookcase or a tower that’s been ‘home’ to legendary wizards, these six incredible homes showcase some of the most captivating places to live in the UK. Because sometimes home-hunting is about creating that wishlist of ‘what if’ properties…

From Gothic church conversions with soaring cathedral ceilings to buildings filled with incredible history, let’s explore six amazing homes currently for sale.

1. A Gothic apartment with secret rooms behind a bookcase

This exceptional five-bedroom apartment within the Grade II-listed Royal Victoria Patriotic Building in London is architectural drama at its finest. The former flats have been masterfully reconfigured with soaring pitched roofs, two separate mezzanines and – the pièce de résistance – a bookcase that hinges open to reveal a hidden room with double-height ceilings.

The apartment’s ‘idiosyncratic layout’ includes a main bedroom with dramatic pitched roof and freestanding bathtub, plus a triangular open fireplace that provides a compelling focal point. Set near Wandsworth Common with access to spectacular communal gardens featuring an impressive central pond, this is historic living with contemporary flair.

2. A 16th-century tower with legendary ‘wizard’ connections

Nestled in the Scottish Borders, Aikwood Tower isn’t just any historic home – it’s a four-storey tower house with connections to Michael Scott, the famed 13th-century scholar who tutored emperors and translated Aristotle. Granted to Robert Scott by King James V in 1517, this exceptional property has remained within the Scott Clan ever since.

Rising above the Ettrick Water with magnificent panoramic views, the tower was meticulously restored in the late 1980s and has operated successfully as a holiday rental and events venue for 14 years.

3. A Victorian Methodist chapel with mesmerising stained glass

Set among the Mendip Hills in Somerset, this atmospheric conversion of a 19th-century Methodist church brims with sensitively restored period features. The showstopper is a towering stained-glass window with 24 graduating panes that scatter a charming light across the living spaces.

The thoughtful conversion includes a sunken sitting area warmed by a contemporary wood-burning stove, in addition to a self-contained annexe. Completing the property are rustic views which tumble down towards Blagdon Lake and a lovingly cultivated garden.

4. A Gothic Revival church with air source heat pumps

Trinity House is a spectacular example of Victorian Gothic grandeur resurrected from its neglected past into a magnificent seven-bedroom home. This Grade II-listed church conversion features dramatic living spaces, soaring cathedral ceilings, gothic arches and expanses of original stained glass across an impressive 11,885 square feet.

Converted by master craftsmen, the property includes air source heat pumps for green energy. Set moments from Torquay harbourside with woodland gardens and secure gated parking, this property represents awe-inspiring architecture with modern energy efficient features.

5. A showstopping country house with Arne Maynard gardens

Maperton House on the Somerset-Dorset border holds a prized accolade – Marcus Binney declared it one of the ‘top ten most perfect houses of all periods in Britain’. This Regency home combines beautiful period details with contemporary design touches.

The magical arrival through eagle-capped stone piers leads to sculptured topiary and cloud-clipped hedges, while the amazing gardens by internationally renowned designer Arne Maynard include a swimming pool with a distinct Californian vibe and tennis court with rolling views.

6. A Perthshire country home with four-storey folly tower

This magnificent Category B-listed country home near Meigle spans 3,358 square feet and boasts a most delightful feature – a remarkable four-storey folly tower.

The property combines historical charm with modern living across four elegant reception rooms and four bedrooms. A beautifully converted early-19th century glasshouse overlooks stunning Georgian walled gardens, while a detached 818 square foot gardener’s cottage provides additional versatility. The property comes complete with a sweeping driveway and triple garage to add some practicality to its fairytale charm.

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