Unique properties generally survive the ups and downs, particularly given the present global situation producing significant uncertainty. Negative sentiment is always generally the driver of slow markets, but there is still a lot of confidence to be had in one-of-a-kind homes that sit outside of the standard marketplace.
Mortgages are now in a moderate period of growth, despite hundreds of products being slashed from the market in recent weeks, and the number of landlords remaining on the sales market is still high ahead of the Renters’ Rights Act, causing a knock-on effect on prices. This means all properties are quite price-sensitive.
If properties are priced well, marketed and pitched just right, the market will dictate and bring buyers to your door, so feast your eyes on these wonderful offerings and see if they bring a spring to your step.
Paddington Penthouse Project
Step into what could be the project of a lifetime. With unparalleled views across the City and a protected outlook over Paddington Station, this penthouse offers an entirely different perspective on the definition of city living.
Retained in shell condition since the early 2000s, this is a creative opportunity to curate your own statement penthouse, the like of which has not been seen in this part of London. This is the best position in the square, with the best views across Paddington Station rooftop and the city skyline.
As seen in the proposed plans, the internal footprint is a gargantuan 4,123 sq ft and, given the right thoughtful planning, could incorporate five bedrooms, five bathrooms and a panoramic reception room. An unrestricted 360° abundance of natural light beams around the entire space, all year round.
The unobstructed nature of the space is its best asset; all walls can be removed, meaning an uninterrupted open floor plan. All required services, including pump room, water and waste pipes, are installed and focused around the central lift shaft. A rare feature of this building is the taller ceiling heights, a rare characteristic for a modern building of this kind.
£2,750,000 – click here to explore Sheldon Square, London, W2
Heavenly Hackney Home
A beautifully finished split-level flat forming part of a historic mid-Victorian terrace in the heart of the St Marks Conservation Area. The signature space is the light-filled reception, a delightful room with imposing church views from almost every angle.
This beautiful late-1870s terraced house was built as part of the expansion of the 1864 North London Railway up to Hackney & Dalston Junction. Yellow London stock brick facades and an Italianate exterior lead up to prepossessing white columns and a grand oak front door.
Up to the first floor, the entire property has undergone an immense refurbishment. Throughout the property, thick insulated walls and dark wood floors thermally wrap the internal space. New triple-glazed windows and an underfloor app-controlled heating system create a beautifully warm and energy-efficient home.
£1,600,000 – click here to explore Colvestone Crescent, Hackney, E8
Charming Scandi Style Beach Living
St Valery is a 9-year-old home of charm which has the authentic look of a house that has existed in this unique beachside location in Winchelsea for a hundred years.
This rare find is a charming mixture of Scandi-style beach living and eco efficiency. Built just nine years ago, St Valery is a home full of charm and style, with the authentic look of a house that has existed in this unique beachside location in Winchelsea for a hundred years.
Built to the highest energy efficiency standards and with a 97% energy efficiency rating, the house exudes warmth of the literal and emotional kinds. Its easy-flowing layout and modular build make the house feel contemporary, relaxed and flexible. The Siberian larch exterior gives St Valery a timeless appeal and low-maintenance upkeep.
The house is built on a raft foundation with a polished concrete floor which holds heat almost like a radiator and releases it when needed to keep an even temperature in the house throughout changing seasons. This means that for much of the year, there’s no need to turn on the heating. Solar panels blend in well on the roof and supply most of the electricity for the house, while also providing hot water through the i-boost system. There is provision for batteries to be installed.
£1,450,000 – click here to explore The Ridge, Winchelsea Beach, TN38
Characterful 17th Century Country Inn
This 17th-century country inn, full of traditional character and charm, has been reimagined into a warm yet inviting pub with boutique-feel lodgings.
Quietly confident and deeply characterful, The Lantern is a 17th-century country inn that has been reimagined as a destination venue without losing its soul. Exposed timbers, original brickwork and open fireplaces set the tone, while thoughtful, high-quality refurbishment brings a sense of cohesion and calm throughout.
The principal bar is warm and inviting, anchored by a copper-topped bar, log burner and stripped timber floors, flowing naturally into a snug and a private dining room – three distinct yet connected spaces that allow the building to flex effortlessly from intimate lunches to lively evenings.
£1,300,000 – click here to explore The Old Lantern Inn, Dover, CT15
Striking Waterside Loft Apartment
In the heart of the old C&A factory is this beautiful top-floor loft with a striking, unencumbered view across the canal and urban landscape of Angel Basin.
The historic Art Deco Canal Building was converted in 2000, and this particular unit has possibly the best view towards Angel and Islington.
A generous hallway with huge storage cupboards leads into an extensive open-plan reception room.
Floor-to-ceiling double-glazed Crittall windows and doors, wooden floors and original concrete pillars and ceiling ensure the absolute authenticity of the building. This light-filled living space defines the term ‘loft living’, blending the best of the industrial past with contemporary touches.
£1,250,000 – click here to explore Canal Building, Shepherdess Walk, N1
