8 most-viewed properties of the month

Our latest list of most-viewed homes showcase the diversity and fascinating stories behind some of Britain’s most unique homes for sale, from a bungalow with a historic mine shaft in the garden, to a Scottish castle that’s appeared in multiple Hollywood films.

Let’s explore the properties that have captured the most attention…

1. A bungalow with a historic mine shaft in Shropshire

This period bungalow near Pontesbury comes with one of the most unique garden features you’ll likely ever encounter – a securely fenced historic mine shaft from the old copper and barytes workings. Built originally for the manager of the disused Huglith mine, the property sits on almost an acre of extraordinary grounds.

The garden is well-stocked with rare plant species alongside historic stone structures and a prominent 19th-century boiler house chimney. With stunning woodland views over the Shropshire Hills and the nearby Stiperstones National Nature Reserve, this is countryside living with genuine industrial heritage.

2. A Georgian townhouse that featured on TV

This four-bedroom Georgian townhouse in Leicester’s New Walk conservation area boasts serious celebrity credentials – it featured on George Clarke’s Old House, New Home and sports a Blue Heritage Plaque commemorating clockmaker Edward Loseby, creator of Leicester’s famous clocktower landmark.

The current owners have completed a stunning back-to-brick renovation, installing a standout kitchen designed by Sebastian Cox for deVol with band-sawn beech cabinets and Carrara marble surfaces. The mono-pitched roof extension with Crittall-style glazing floods the space with light, while original features like cornicing and marble fireplaces have been beautifully preserved.

3. Grade I-listed 16th-century house with vaulted chapel room

Myddelton Lodge is an outstanding listed property. It centres around its former chapel room which dates from around 1830, complete with huge vaulted ceiling, stained glass window and mezzanine level. This extraordinary space features large lancet windows that allow light to pour in along its southern elevation, creating a truly breathtaking focal point.

The property offers incredible flexibility with seven bedrooms in the main house plus an entirely self-contained East Wing that can function as a separate residence. Set in over six acres of mature semi-parkland grounds with unspoilt views over Wharfedale towards Ilkley Moor, the property also includes a charming Grade II listed gazebo for entertaining.

4. Victorian home with basement cinema and gym

Cicero Villa in Bolton’s prestigious Lostock area hides a secret beneath its elegant Victorian exterior – a converted cellar entertainment suite that’s almost the same size as the ground floor. Accessed via a hidden staircase from the hallway, this fully renovated space features underfloor heating and period-style lighting throughout.

The basement is separated into three large rooms including a carpeted cinema with projector and screen, a gym, and an additional reception room with fitted gas stove. With two private entrances, it could easily function as a completely self-contained annexe, making this property incredibly versatile.

5. A ruined Scottish castle that’s starred in Hollywood films

Why buy a home when you can buy a famous castle?

Dunskey Castle near Portpatrick is a scheduled monument dating from the mid-16th century. This imposing ruined structure has appeared in several films, including the 1951 version of Kidnapped, Hunted starring Dirk Bogarde, and Double X: The Name of the Game.

Standing within eight acres of its own land on the coastal footpath, the castle offers a magical setting with views to Northern Ireland on clear days. Though derelict since around 1700, enough of its magnificent stone structure remains – including 5-foot thick walls and a massive central tower house measuring 30m by 14m.

6. Scottish estate with 9-hole golf course and 4G sports pitch

Bogside House near Prestwick Airport sprawls across 11 acres of immaculately landscaped grounds. The property features six en-suite bedrooms, an impressive indoor leisure wing with swimming pool, 9-person sauna, steam room and gym, plus entertainment facilities that rival the finest hotels.

What sets this property apart are its incredible outdoor recreational facilities – a professionally floodlit 4G multi-sport pitch suitable for football, tennis and basketball, plus a full 9-hole golf course set within the private grounds. The custom-built entertainment area and stunning courtyard with outdoor TV and fire pit complete the resort-style experience.

7. A Grade II-listed home with royal connections

Compton on the Isle of Wight boasts perhaps the most illustrious royal connections of any property currently for sale. Originally known as Undermount, this Grade II listed coastal home was once owned by Sir John and Lady Pringle, with Lady Pringle serving as mistress of the bedchamber to Queen Victoria at Balmoral. The elegant wing was specifically added in 1857 to accommodate the Queen during her visits.

The property’s crowning glory is its vast reception room with elaborate Italianate ceiling featuring a circular Wedgewood plaque at its centre – a design so rare that the only other example exists at Windsor Castle. Set in 1.75 acres of grounds in the sought-after village of Bonchurch, the property includes a footpath leading directly to the beach.

8. A 15th-century castle commissioned for royalty

Law Castle in West Kilbride stands as a magnificent example of a fully restored medieval tower house. Commissioned in 1467 as a wedding gift for Princess Mary Stuart, daughter of King James II of Scotland and direct descendant of Robert the Bruce, this castle later served as a law court complete with pit prison.

Set against the dramatic Ayrshire coast with elevated views across the Firth of Clyde, the castle fell into disrepair by the end of 19th century before undergoing meticulous restoration. Completed in 2005, the refurbishment has preserved authentic period features such as spiral stone staircases, vaulted chambers and the caphouse lookout. The property spans six floors and over 3,000 square feet.