A converted Grade II-listed tower is going up for auction at £225,000 – with two beds and baths.
The 18th-century Hawking Tower was built as a folly by the Second Earl of Strafford and Wentworth.
Its construction was mentioned in a letter to Whig politician and author, Horace Walpole, in 1756.
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Now regarded a ‘Building of Architectural or Historic Interest’, it has been transformed into a cosy home.
However, the tower will need significant refurbishment for anyone who takes it on – but you get some amazing views.
The property overlooks Boughton Park in Northamptonshire, a stone’s throw from the Boughton stately home where William III once stayed.
While spacious at 765 sq ft, the interior is in need of a spruce up, with peeling walls and rather dated furnishings.
But with its studded arch doorways and exposed oak beams, a spiral staircase and original windows, it could prove the perfect pad for a history buff.
The tower was let until February 2024 and has been vacant since, reports Luxury Property News.
The Hawking Tower stands adjacent to the gates to Boughton Park.
It is approached by a flight of stone steps with a pathway leading to the side of the tower and giving access to the kitchen door.
The garden backs onto the park, accessed by stone steps, with fencing marking the boundary and offering privacy.
The home also benefits from its own garage with room for three vehicles inside – so no need to share the park’s car park.
Despite its age, the home has main water, electricity and gas connected, and central heating throughout.
It is set to go up for online auction with Auction House Northamptonshire on 30 April at 11am.
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