The site already has planning permission to be turned into a five-bedroom home
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A former blast-proof auxiliary power station from the Second World War is available to buy in Kenilworth.
The unique property comes with its own private wood and ready-to-go planning permission for a five bedroom home.
But before you consider taking the plunge, the estate, known as Frogmore Woods, will set you back a cool £2million – and that’s before you start converting it into your dream home.
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The property is being advertised by estate agent Moveli, who have tag lined the listing: “Ever dreamt of a James Bond-style hideaway?”
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The listing states: “Welcome to Frogmore Woods: 55 acres of timeless English woodland, home to a WWII relic yearning for a breathtaking reinvention. With ample parking for guests or sprawling families, your woodland estate welcomes all with ease. This is no ordinary plot of land; it’s a canvas for the extraordinary, where history, nature, and imagination converge.
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“At its heart sits a brick-built powerhouse from the early 1940s, originally crafted to energise Honiley Airfield during the RAF’s fighter frenzy. Its walls, up to 13 inches thick, whisper tales of wartime grit, yet beneath the rugged exterior lies a structure primed to transform into a five-bedroom glass-clad sanctuary.”
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Regarding the planning permission already granted, the website adds: “Envisage industrial chic fused with sylvan sophistication: Imagine vast expanses of glass with bi-fold doors flinging open to sun-drenched terraces, an external spiral staircase sweeping up to a rooftop terrace for sundowners under the stars, and a sprawling kitchen-diner, the vibrant heart of the home, where unforgettable memories unfold against captivating forest panoramas.
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“With five generous bedrooms and multiple bathrooms, it’s a haven for families of any age or extended kin, complete with a utility, boot room, and pantry for effortless living.”
In relation to the woods in which the building is located the listing states: “Beyond the building, Frogmore Woods unfolds in every direction: meandering streams, shimmering ponds, and wildflower-strewn meadows.
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“There are even secret glades that invite quiet reflection or playful adventure. Trails wind through the estate, perfect for barefoot wanderings or impromptu wildlife encounters, while starlit nights are unspoiled by urban glare.
“This versatile retreat shines as a party house for epic gatherings, a tranquil haven for quiet escapes, or a forever home where kids and kin thrive in nature’s embrace.”
Regarding the local area, it continues: “Frogmore Woods, Kenilworth lies within the highly desirable hamlet of Fen End, an exclusive pocket of Warwickshire where elegant homes are nestled among open countryside and tree-lined lanes.
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“This peaceful setting offers a rare sense of privacy while remaining superbly connected. Nearby Kenilworth, Balsall Common and Solihull provide shopping, fine dining and leisure facilities, while local villages add charm with artisanal cafés, boutique delis, and excellent schools. Education is well served by both highly regarded state schools and prestigious independents, including King Henry VIII School, Crackley Hall, and Solihull School.”
See the listing on the Moveli website.
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