House hunters have been left baffled after spotting a strange feature inside a property that is on the market for £875,000. Those looking to buy their next home on Rightmove came across the four-bed detached house in Conwy, Wales and were shocked by what was hiding in one of the bathrooms.
The 16th century house was put up for sale on January 3 and is bound to be popular with house hunters due to its town centre location. First built in 1441, the Grade II listed building has now been cleverly restored and renovated with a unique interior that preserves its heritage.
Inside it boasts a living room, sitting room, kitchen and dining room, as well as four bedrooms, two with en-suites, and a family bathroom. Outside it has a spacious walled garden and an outbuilding.
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The listing with estate agents Dafydd Hardy reads: “Passing through the streets of Conwy, you won’t fail to notice this most fascinating and intriguing Grade II* Listed Residence situated within the walled section of the town and just a short walk from the impressive castle and historic quayside, one of only two known Medieval buildings within the Town Walls.
“The building of the original single storey house was dendrochronological dated to the winter of 1441-42, retaining its overall 16th century form with 18th century addition and alteration and listed for its group value within the historical townscape.
One of the living areas -Credit:Dafydd Hardy
The estate agent continued: “Between 2008 and 2015, the property was completely and comprehensively gutted and renovated with full Listed Building and planning consents. The present owner who oversaw the undoubtedly mammoth task, had an unswerving vision and an obvious love of historic buildings and their heritage.
“The renovation, from what was effectively a shell, has transformed the property into a habitable dwelling of immense charm and character while incorporating contemporary appointments where required, thereby creating a home which is fit for the 21st century without compromising its historical references. Adding to its appeal is that for the ultimate in convenience, everything you could possibly need on a day to day basis is within walking distance.”
But upen scrolling through the images showing each room inside the property, house hunters came across a feature that took them by surprise – and left them saying ‘I was not ready’.
One of four bedrooms -Credit:Dafydd Hardy
One Reddit user shared their findings on the site, as they shared the Rightmove listing and wrote: “I was not ready. Picture 17 is… Something.” They had in fact come across a bizarre huge high heel-shaped bath.
Responding to the thread, one user @Cryptid-Clankerss said: “Gonna be honest I was scrolling through wondering what you were on about… ‘this looks like a standard listed building’ and then I was practically kicked in the face.”
@NecessaryDonkey2495 commented: “Okay that’s bonkers but some of that furniture is beautiful. Some of it looks super old! Wait I just saw the shoEE?????? what is that lmfao.”
@pooopingpenguin joked: “How did they shoehorn that in,” as @gummibear853 responded: “Wooden shoe like to know.” @domsp79 said: “Two questions. Where do you even buy one of those? How the hell did they get it in the house with its tiny doors? Actually..three Why?.”
The heel-shaped bath left house hunters baffled -Credit:Dafydd Hardy
Another Reddit user @Visual_Argument_73 then spotted: “It almost makes you miss the fact that the sink is a bloody coffee mug,” as another @Multigrain_Migraine noticed: “And why is it paired with a giant coffee mug?,” to which @domsp79 responded: “Jesus. I didn’t even spot that.”
@BoutiqueKymX2account commented: “I love it!!! The shoe bath is awful!!! But i love it all,” as @archvanillin said: “The entire house is a wild ride. Nothing could’ve prepared me for that,” and @cari-strat added: “Literally gulped when I saw it. Like … What the f**k?.”