Take a peek inside these unusual homes
One of our favourite things to do is take a peek inside some of the most spectacular and unusual homes for sale. Some of the places we spot really do stop us in our tracks…
From glorious historic conversions, to windmills and clock tower homes, take a tour.
A jaw-dropping clock tower in St Leonard’s-on-Sea
Dating back to 1827 and built by James Burton, this magnificent clock house mixes stunning Gothic architecture and baroque interior design.
The home features four timepieces crafted by clockmaker to King George III, B L Vulliamy, along with a series of beautifully ornate rooms. Offsetting the palatial interior, a pretty walled garden is filled with plant life, and a sheltering pagoda.
Take a closer look at the home below:
M&W Sales and Lettings, St. Leonards-on-Sea
A Grand Designs folly in Newport
This folly in Wales has a majestic castellated façade, dates back to 1712. The historic section of the home is offset by award-winning contemporary extension from Davis Sutton, the construction of which was the subject of a Grand Designs episode.
The main house is filled with glossy modern design features, while 24 acres of gardens and lush woodland surround this incredible home. And the new owner will also be able to enjoy uninterrupted views across no less than nine counties.
Take a closer look at the home below:
Savills, Clifton
A London home affectionately-dubbed ‘Marmite Towers’
This unusual north London home has been lovingly branded ‘Marmite Towers’ by the current owner – who happens to be comedian Hal Cruttenden. People are either lovestruck or intrigued by this quirky London home.
The three-storey home has zig-zagged walls which give a quirky, maze-like feel, with lots of cosy nooks. The garden is divided up into entertaining space and a tranquil corner for reading and relaxing. There’s also a feature spiral staircase running through the house.
Take a closer look at the home below:
Atkinsons Residential, Enfield
A shepherd’s hut with no fixed address…
This Scandinavian-style shepherd’s hut is newly-built and comes with a double bedroom and an ensuite wet room.
The cabin has been built according to the building regulations for home extensions and is being sold as an off-site sale – meaning the buyer can transport it wherever they like.
Take a closer look at the home below:
A Grade II-listed windmill home in Kent
There are unusual features galore in this stunning Grade II-listed windmill home in Kent. Find the mammoth ceiling-mounted windmill cog within one of the three bedrooms, and the original fantails can be found outside.
And it’s not just the history this home has going for it: it comes with its own gardens and grounds, and offers views across the North Downs from the wooden balcony.
Take a closer look at the home below:
Foundation Estate Agents, Boughton-under-Blean
The header image for this article is provided courtesy of Foundation Estate Agents, Boughton-under-Blean.
