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A historic tower near Brighton, believed to have been used by British troops to spot French soldiers out at sea, has gone on the market as a one-bedroom home for £200,000. Built in 1800, the Grade II-listed property stands in Hurstpierpoint and measures just 10 feet wide. The tower was built in 1800 and is believed to have been used by British troops to spot French soldiers out at sea during the Napoleonic Wars. The Grade II-listed property is in Hurstpierpoint, near Brighton’s coast, and measures 10 feet across.
The unusual home is described as an ‘exciting investment opportunity’, according to The Sun. Its narrow structure has been adapted for modern living, with three floors and furniture designed to fit the curved walls. The property also comes with a pair of garages and has its own water and electricity supplies. the tower retains period features that reflect its past Although a touch of modernisation is needed. Its historical role gives the narrow building a different past from an ordinary home now on the market. The Grade II-listed tower retains authentic period features, although it needs a touch of modernisation. Its curved walls shape the interior layout, with furniture built to fit the curved walls. This unusual design gives the home its character while setting it apart from a conventional one-bedroom cottage. Despite its narrow footprint, the tower has been arranged as a home across three floors. The kitchen is fitted along the curved walls, with furniture designed to work around the building’s unusual shape. The bathroom is directly beside the kitchen on the ground floor and has a shower and bathtub combination. Disclaimer : This article is based on publicly available information. The Times of India has not independently verified the property details, asking price, historical claims, condition of the property, or its potential as an investment.