Properties With A Difference: This week: architectural curiosities
WARWICKSHIRE
Kingscott, Radway. An important Hornton stone house which was enlarged from a 17th-century cottage in 1880 when a Gothic wing was added. 9 beds, 2 bath, 4 receps, domestic offices, cloakroom, coach house, 2 cottages, 1.81 acres. pounds 500,000 (guide), sale by auction 28 May; Bidwells 01604 605050.
KENT
Arcadia, Dover. A Grade II converted Gothic chapel with interesting architectural details. 2 beds, 2 bath, 1 recep, kitchen, grotto, gardens with pond and fountain. pounds 185,000. Cluttons 01227 457441.
NORFOLK
Thornfield Hall, High Kelling. An idiosyncratic Grade II* mansion built in the Arts & Crafts style in 1903. 18 beds, 7 bath, 2 receps, garden room, 2 conservatories, kitchen, domestic offices, cellars, 2 cloakrooms, attics, 9.50 acres. pounds 425,000. FPDSavills 01603 229229.
ESSEX
Water Tower Houses, Little Easton. A modern house and Grade II Victorian water tower with amazing views. 5 beds, 3 bath, 2 receps, study, kitchen. pounds 450,000. Mullucks Wells 01279 755400.
WEST YORKSHIRE
The Gazebo, Upper Batley. A Grade II former banqueting house dating back to 1463 with many period features. 3 beds, 1 bath, 2 receps, kitchen, cloakroom, utility room, garden. pounds 215,000. Carter Jonas 01484 842105.
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