Public bogs with 'stunning sea view' in UK tourist spot could be yours for £20k
Looking out over one of Britain's most iconic sights, these loos with a view are on sale for £20,000.
The block of public toilets, which offers a 'stunning sea view' are up for sale slap bang on the seafront in one of Britain's second home hotspots. Cornwall Council has announced the "rare and exciting" opportunity to purchase the detached block of former loos on the seafront in Penzance, Cornwall.
The bogs look out over St. Michael's Mount, offering users a stunning view of the 12th century mediaeval church and castle perched atop the tidal island. As many as 350,000 visitors a year visit the Mount, which is managed by both the National Trust and the St Aubyn family and is accessed by a causeway of granite setts which are submerged at high tide.
The former WCs are located at Long Rock in the Penwith district the block is being sold with 0.12 acres of surrounding land. The unique building is among 135 lots listed by Clive Emson Land and Property Auctioneers set to take place from 5-7 February.
St Michael's Mount sees hundreds of thousands of visitors a year (Craig Calvert)Senior auction appraiser Katie Semmens said: “This is a rare and exciting opportunity to acquire this freehold detached former block of public conveniences with land to either side. Located in a truly spectacular position on the seafront, it boasts stunning views towards St Michael's Mount and Mount's Bay.
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“Occasionally these type of properties come to auction although rarely in this type of location. They may offer a variety of future uses, all subject to all necessary consents.”
Meanwhile if you’re after something a bit classier, but with a less spectacular view, this miniature castle is up for grabs in Kent. The one-bedroom microcastle comes with its own tiny turret and gothic interior and is hitting the market for the decidedly un-princely sum of £120,000. The cute castle is Grade II Listed and dates back to the 1800s with exposed wooden beams and even a four-poster bed fit for (minor) royalty.
A large living room takes up much of the ground floor and pictures show a chunky brick-built fireplace with comfy-looking old chesterfield sofas and a decidedly throne-like armchair in one corner. In the kitchen the owners have left out the traditional pig roasting on a spit and massive bubbling cauldrons for more modern setup, with a washing machine, fridge and no scullery maids in sight.
The quirky property also features its own miniature banqueting hall, with a dining table squeezed in at the foot of the narrow winding staircase that leads up to the first floor.
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