A one-bed home inside a historic folly tower with spiral staircases and a rooftop terrace is up for sale for £300,000.
The Grade II-listed Gazebo Tower was built in 1833 and boasts 360-degree views across the River Wye and the surrounding countryside.
The unusual property sits in Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire, and was originally built as a viewing point alongside the town’s mock Gothic walls.
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Inside, the quirky home is spread across multiple floors connected by spiral staircases.
The kitchen has bright blue worktops, white walls and an arched doorway, while a carpeted staircase leads to the lounge.
The living room features hardwood flooring, a modern electric fireplace and glass walls that allow light to filter through from the original windows.
Upstairs, the bedroom has historic windows and a stone arch that has been converted into a built-in wardrobe.
The double bed has a bath tucked underneath, which could be used if a spring-loaded bed were installed, as reported by Luxury Property News
The bedroom also has an en-suite wet room, while another spiral staircase leads to a rooftop terrace with panoramic views.
The tower overlooks the River Wye’s famous horseshoe bend, the Black Mountains of southeast Wales, the spire of St Mary’s Church and Chase Wood.
Estate agents describe the property as a “quirky and interesting” home and a potential holiday retreat.
Their listing states: “Homes don’t get much more quirky and interesting than this one – but what a fabulous bolt hole or holiday property!”
The tower was built during a period of development intended to beautify Ross-on-Wye and its surroundings.
The construction of Wilton Road exposed the area’s old red sandstone, creating the town’s famous cliff. The distinctive rock has been used in local landmarks including castles, churches and the Market House.
The property is opposite the Royal Hotel and a short walk from the town centre’s independent shops, restaurants, pubs and bars.
Ross-on-Wye also has a swimming pool, a theatre and several riverside and woodland walks.
The tower has electric central heating, mains water and drainage, and cable television.
It is freehold and falls under Council Tax band C.
It is being marketed by Hamilton Stiller.
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