A cottage in Shropshire, known as 'the wonkiest cottage in the UK', is up for auction for £100,000 — but it will need some serious renovating.
Years of landsliding in Ironbridge, Telford has caused Lloyds Cottage to dramatically tilt backwards and acquire a permanent slant. It has been empty since 2006 (after it was bought by Telford and Wrekin Council) and is now looking for new a homeowner to restore it.
According to the British Geographical Survey, the two-bedroom property was built on an area that is heavily affected by the movement of land. It might be on the market for a bargain price of £100k, but there's no guarantee it won't slide backwards even further.
Back in 1952, many houses in the local village were wiped out by a landslide. Nearby roads and train tracks also saw complete upheaval, resulting in much of the community having to start over.
The two-bedroom cottage has one bathroom, four reception rooms, a lovely rear garden and off-street parking. You'll be pleased to know that the cottage has plenty of potential for you to put your own stamp on it. Inside, there are wooden beams stretching across the ceiling in the living room, a small log fireplace, carpets and white stone walls.
The town of Ironbridge has a lovely museum, pretty countryside views and a famous iron bridge.
On the hunt for a renovation project? Those brave enough to make it their home (and lovingly restore what's left) will have to show their interest at the auction in February. Viewings for the cottage will commence on 27th January. Lloyds Cottage is being auctioned with a guide price of £100,000 – see the listing via Zoopla.
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Lisa Joyner is the Deputy Daily Editor at House Beautiful UK and Country Living UK, where she's busy writing about home and interiors, gardening, dog breeds, pets, health and wellbeing, countryside news, small space inspiration, and the hottest properties on the market. Previously, she has written for Conde Nast Traveller, House & Garden and Marie Claire magazine. Lisa studied at University For The Creative Arts, where she completed a BA in Fashion Journalism.
