Charming $885K beach house contains creepy bathroom secret

New York Post

30-06-2025

What kind of loo-natic does this?
An eight-bedroom home at the English seaside is drawing attention not for its size or location — but for a bizarre bathroom tucked into the sizable property.
Located in the trendy town of St Leonards-on-Sea near Hastings, East Sussex, the four-story detached fixer-upper, recently listed for roughly $885,000, according to Jam Press.
10 An otherwise charming eight-bedroom home in St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex, is turning heads for one very unexpected feature: a bathroom that looks straight out of a prison.
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It features multiple living rooms, two kitchens, and three baths.
But one of those lavatories stands apart — outfitted with stark tile, exposed plumbing, and a steel cabinet beneath a rusting mirror, the space evokes a utilitarian aesthetic more commonly associated with institutional settings than family homes.
A fluorescent light adds to the severe ambiance, while a sign posted on the wall warns, 'Cell alarm system not in operation.'
The shower, which looks like it belongs in a prison, is located just off the main room. It appears dimly lit and partially enclosed — contributing to the austere feel.
While the property's listing does not directly mention the unconventional design, it describes the home more broadly as 'offering incredible potential for families, investors, or those seeking a unique development opportunity.'
10 Listed for around $885,000, the four-story property includes a tiled, industrial-looking bathroom complete with exposed pipes, a steel cabinet sink, a rusted mirror, and a fluorescent light that casts a stark glow.
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10 A sign reading 'Warning. Cell alarm system not in operation' adds to the unsettling, jailhouse vibe—further heightened by a dingy, cave-like shower tucked in the back.
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10 The rest of the house offers generous living space, two kitchens, and development potential.
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10 The second kitchen.
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10 A living room.
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The residence includes a ground-floor dining room, a utility room, and multiple bedrooms across all levels.
One of the bathrooms is noted as a space that would 'benefit from refurbishment.'
10 Another living space with a wood-burning fireplace.
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10 One of eight bedrooms.
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10 A den.
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10 A second, ordinary looking bathroom.
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The property is currently being marketed by Leadenhall Estates.
The listing frames the home as a balance of period charm and renovation opportunity, stating: 'Set over four generous floors, the property combines charming character features with areas in need of modernization — making it ideal for customization to suit your lifestyle or vision.'