For offers over £1.75 million, a lovely mansion with its own underground cellar of “enchanting” caves is currently on the market.
The five-bedroom house in Nottingham’s Green Park Estate also has 3,100 square feet of floor space and statue-filled gardens.
The home has authorization to construct a gigantic 7,000 square foot contemporary mansion on top of the 19th century caves, according to its listing.
Between 1850 and 1876, rich lace manufacturer Alderman Thomas Herbert created the column caves.
Originally, they were built to hold Herbert’s impressive collection of life-size statues of gods, druids, and even Jesus Christ.
The house also has a spacious entrance hall, grand staircase, contemporary living room, and lounge dining area.
There is a utility room, a breakfast kitchen with contemporary cabinets and appliances, and two additional bedrooms, one with an en-suite shower room.
French doors and huge windows in the room’s dining area and spacious lounge allow for an abundance of natural light.
The three-story property, which boasts breath-taking views of the city, is also permitted for a significant redevelopment.
A rendering by an artist depicts approval for the construction of a “iconic architectural marvel” atop the sandstone pillared caves.
Plans by Jackson Crane Architects call for more than doubling the size of the current house.
There are plans for a spacious, modern open-plan kitchen, a gymnasium, and an airy entryway with skylights.
The plan comprises two home offices, a study, a snug, a utility room, and a garden room with views of the terrace and caves. There is also a galleried landing.
FHP Living, a company based in Nottingham, is selling the property.
‘We feel that this fantastic house lies on one of the larger plots in the famous Park estate, in a prominent location with commanding views,’ a spokeswoman added.
To our understanding, the proposed residence will be among the largest contemporary homes to ever be built on the estate, making it an interesting project for any discriminating buyer.