Unique Homes for Sale
Are you looking for a one-of-a-kind home that stands out from the crowd? Look no further! From character-packed conversions to modern houses, these unique properties for sale are sure to hit the spot.
1. South Kensington, London SW7, £250,000
Small but perfectly formed, this studio flat is in a great location and perfect as a pied-a-terre. With a floor area of just 126 square feet, it’s one of the UK’s smallest homes, but don’t let its size fool you – it packs a punch.
A Caretaker’s Closet Turned Studio Flat
This studio flat was previously a caretaker’s closet, and its resemblance to a broom cupboard is no coincidence. Despite its diminutive size, it incorporates a kitchenette, seating area, mezzanine sleeping platform, and a shower room.
A Bargain in a Prestigious Postcode
Despite its small size, this studio flat is a bargain compared to other flats in the prestigious postcode. On average, flats in this area achieve more than six times its asking price.
2. Barcaldine, by Oban, Argyll and Bute, £425,000
Built in 1844, Rhugarbh Church served as a place of worship until 1987 when it was bought by the current owners and converted into a family home.
A Flexible Layout in a Former Church
The property has a flexible layout, which could easily be reconfigured to suit your needs. It includes five bedrooms, two bathrooms, a reception room, an open-plan kitchen/living/dining area, and two offices.
3. Auchencairn, Castle Douglas, Dumfries & Galloway, offers over £825,000
Search and rescue services operated from the Old Lifeboat Station from 1884 until 1933 but it wasn’t converted to residential use until the late 1990s. The wait was well worth it as in 2003 the property was crowned Scotland’s best conversion by the Daily Telegraph.
A Wow-Factor Sitting Room with Coastal Views
The property comprises a wow-factor sitting room with floor-to-ceiling windows framing the coastal views, a kitchen and dining room, four bedrooms, and two bathrooms. The grounds extend to about six acres, mainly woodland, containing a recently-constructed garage and a slipway.
4. St. Mary’s Island, Alexandria Bay, New York, USA, $1.5m (£1.2m)
This island home was designed as a contemporary homage to nearby Boldt Castle, built at the beginning of the 20th century for George C Boldt, the proprietor of New York City’s Waldorf Astoria Hotel.
A Castle-Like Island Abode with 360 Degree Views
The property has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, an open-plan living and entertaining area, a wraparound deck, and 360-degree views over the St Lawrence River. It’s accessible only by boat, adding to its charm and exclusivity.
5. Loudwater, Chorleywood, Hertfordshire, £2.25m
The Roof Garden is a four-bedroom subterranean house on a private estate within a Green Belt area. It was designed to comply with strict planning requirements and featured on Channel 4’s George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces in 2015.
A Subterranean House with Bi-Fold Doors and a Central Courtyard
Although entirely underground, the property is very light and airy, thanks to bi-fold doors stretching the length of the kitchen/breakfast room, a glass lightwell, and a central courtyard. All the bedrooms have natural light.
6. Laveno, Lombardy, Italy, €6.95m (£5.76m)
Blockhaus is perched in an idyllic waterfront setting, constructed in the 1960s on the walls of an ancient fort. It’s a far cry from the period villas typically found along Lake Maggiore’s waterfront.
A Waterfront Property with a Spacious Terrace Suspended Over the Water
The property is set over three levels and has three reception rooms and five bedrooms, all with views of the lake. It comes with a three-bedroom caretaker’s house, a boat dock, and private parkland.
Whether you’re looking for a unique conversion or a modern home with a wow-factor, these properties are sure to impress. So why not take a look and find your dream home today?
