Underground water reservoir converted into unique four-bedroom home goes on market for less than the price of a London flat

Published: 10:15, 14 May 2026 | Updated: 10:21, 14 May 2026 An 'absolutely stunning' four-bedroom home has hit the market for less than the price of a London flat - after it was converted from a subterranean Victorian reservoir. The unique property in Barnstaple, Devon is being auctioned with a guide price of between £400k and £450k. It boasts large arched brick ceilings over a reception hall as well as a kitchen, a sitting room, a utility room and three bathrooms. There is also ample outdoor space, with over half an acre of countryside, two garages and a Mediterranean-style brick-floored courtyard.  Striking images show the traditional red-brick Victorian aesthetic complementing a modern interior. The property's walls have retained their signature arched shape, decorated with lamps that hang from the brick ceiling. Perhaps the most striking feature of the home is not what lies inside - as anyone who approaches is met with a view of the house's arches embedded under the lawn. The property's owners have the option of actually walking over the roof of their home on a perfectly mowed patch of grass - offering stunning views of Barnstaple and their own patio beneath. An 'absolutely stunning' four-bedroom home has hit the market for less than the price of a London flat Perhaps the most striking feature of the home is not what lies inside - as anyone who approaches is met with a view of the house's five arches embedded under the lawn Striking images show the traditional red-brick Victorian aesthetic complementing a modern interior It boasts large arched brick ceilings over a reception hall as well as a kitchen, a sitting room, a utility room and three bathrooms Tall, wide panelled windows are a common feature of the property. A traditional Roman numeral style clock is seen hanging above one of them here The property's walls have retained their signature arched shape, decorated with lamps that hang from the brick ceiling  One of the homes' bedroom is pictured - which also incorporates the unique arches prominent throughout the building Describing the property, auctioneers Jackson-Stops said: 'An absolutely stunning and characterful four bedroomed conversion of a Victorian reservoir' According to Moneyweek, the average sold price for a flat or maisonette in London as of February was £420,635 - meaning the converted reservoir is being offered for a lower cost The home is for sale by public auction and via Livestream on June 18 at 2pm at Digby Hall in Sherborne, Dorset. Describing the property, auctioneers Jackson-Stops said: 'An absolutely stunning and characterful four bedroomed conversion of a Victorian reservoir. 'A simply astounding and versatile detached three/four bedroomed home in over half an acre with a glorious outlook and views over the townscape to the River Taw.' According to Moneyweek, the average sold price for a flat or maisonette in London as of February was £420,635 - meaning the converted reservoir is being offered at a lower cost. Barnstaple is the largest town in North Devon, located at the River Taw's lowest crossing point before the Bristol Channel. Its early medieval layout still appears from the street plan and street names, with most of the town lying on the east bank of the estuary. No comments have so far been submitted. Why not be the first to send us your thoughts, or debate this issue live on our message boards. By posting your comment you agree to our house rules. Do you want to automatically post your MailOnline comments to your Facebook Timeline? Your comment will be posted to MailOnline as usual. Do you want to automatically post your MailOnline comments to your Facebook Timeline? Your comment will be posted to MailOnline as usual We will automatically post your comment and a link to the news story to your Facebook timeline at the same time it is posted on MailOnline. To do this we will link your MailOnline account with your Facebook account. We’ll ask you to confirm this for your first post to Facebook. You can choose on each post whether you would like it to be posted to Facebook. Your details from Facebook will be used to provide you with tailored content, marketing and ads in line with our Privacy Policy.