A STUNNING seven-bed mansion in rural Dorset hides five amazing secrets.
The property in Charlton Marshall, a tiny village surrounded by lush countryside, is set in private gated grounds.
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In total, the estate covers a whopping 3.5 acres, and it comes with an additional one-bed apartment and a second, smaller cottage.
But that won’t be the only reason well-heeled would-be buyers will be queueing up to make an offer.
The home boasts a series of entirely unexpected and very charming surprises.
The first unlikely addition can be found in the kitchen.
The whopping room has been split in two, with a traditional kitchen island and dining table on one side – and an American-style diner on the other.
Despite the rural English countryside outdoors, the current owners have been inspired by Route 66, adding a Tiffany-blue bar, vintage jukebox and Coca-Cola machine.
Next up is a huge and completely private indoor leisure complex set underneath the house.
The owners designed the space, which features a pool, spa, steam room and attached wine cellar, after deciding they wanted to swim “365 days a year”.
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Exercise enthusiasts looking to get their laps in will be thrilled with the addition of a swim-jet, while children will love a shallow bubble play area.
More hidden features can be found outside.
The first is an astonishing three-storey treehouse built for the ultimate childhood adventure.
Walls have been reinforced so hammocks can be safely strung up for sleepovers, and it even has its own power supply.
Anyone who gets tired of that may want to head to the Love Island-style stone firepit for a catch-up with friends.
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The feature is fitted with lots of space for guests, while spotlights have been placed nearby to ensure the party can go on all night.
Finally, the new owner will discover a top-of-the-range court for tennis, basketball or football in the garden – as well as a secret wildflower meadow on the grounds.
Agents at Tailor Made in Sandbanks say the “exceptional” property was initially built in 1884. The same family lived there until the 1970s.
“This is a truly magnificent residence,” they said.
“Designed for year-round pleasure and entertaining, everything is here to make this smart house capable of providing resort-style living in your own home.”
This is a truly magnificent residence… it’s designed for year-round pleasure
It’s not the only property with surprises in store on the market at the moment – although it may be the most luxurious.
A clifftop mansion available for £2.5million boasts an astonishing hidden beach.
Trewithian Cove House stands on the idyllic Roseland Peninsula, a coveted stretch of Cornish coastline.
And a flight of stairs will lead the lucky new owner directly onto the sand.
Meanwhile, a two-bed apartment available for £550,000 has a stunning addition inside.
The garden flat in North London boasts a lush, verdant interior.
From the roadside, there is nothing that makes it stand out from the other terraced homes on the street.
Every room has been decorated with botanical wallpaper and furnishings.
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