THE HIGH LIFE

Former WW2 control tower converted into stunning four-bed family home on sale for £1.25m

EX-RAF building in Clathymore, Perthshire dates back to 1941 and has been described as 'arguably one of the rarest properties on the Scottish market'

A SECOND World War control tower that has been transformed into a stunning family home has been put on the market for £1.25million.

The ex-RAF building was converted into the elegant four-bedroom property around three years ago and comes with incredible views of the surrounding countryside.

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This converted WWII control tower has gone on the market for £1.25millionCredit: Deadline News

More than 70-years-ago the building acted as the control tower for RAF Findo Gask in Clathymore, Perthshire.

The remarkable history of the military base dates back to 1941 when exiled Polish workers built the grass runways after fleeing persecution in their homeland.

Spread over four floors the home also comes with sprawling garden grounds extending to around 1.2 acres with detached double or triple garage still to be built.

RAF Findo Gask was used to train pilots and housed a squadron of American built war-planes - P 51 Mustangs until one year before the war ended.

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The control tower at RAF Findo Gask in Pershire dates back to 1941Credit: Deadline News
The elegant four-bed property is spread over four floorsCredit: Deadline News
The luxury home boasts impressive views of the surrounding countrysideCredit: Deadline News
Exiled Polish workers built the grass runways after fleeing persecution in their homelandCredit: Deadline News
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The base was also home to the Polish Army-Cooperation Squadron 309 who flew Westland Lysanders out of RAF Findo Gask from 1942.

The Agreement of Mutual Assistance between the United Kingdom and Poland was signed in August 1940 and allowed the formation of the air unit in the UK.

Before the base and control tower were finally decommissioned it housed Camp 233 with German prisoners of war working on the surrounding farmland until 1948.

No trace of the war-time airfield remains with the exception of the converted control tower.

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The interior boasts a luxury kitchen and living areaCredit: Deadline News
A renowned local architect provided the designs for the propertyCredit: Deadline News
The roof boasts a dramatic sun roomCredit: Deadline News

Following an extensive renovation the family home comes with an open "top deck" and panoramic views over the Perthshire countryside, with the north side windows looking over where the three grass runways once stood.

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An intercom system, intruder alarm, fire alarm, CCTV and electric gates are also included in the sale.

Sellers Clyde Property said in their brochure: "Arguably one of the rarest and most unique homes to come to the Scottish market.

"A former disused World War II airfield control tower, the property has been skillfully designed by renowned local architect James Denholm.

The spectacular roof terrace features glass balustrading as does the second floor balconyCredit: Deadline News
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The sellers describe the home as 'arguably one of the rarest on the Scottish market'Credit: Deadline News
There is no longer any trace of the three runways which the control tower once looked out overCredit: Deadline News

"It has been completed to a level allowing potential purchasers the opportunity to work with the builders and discuss the interior specification and design to satisfy individual requirements, thus creating a truly unique and bespoke home tailored to the needs of the eventual owner.

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"The accommodation is spread over four floors served by stairs and a lift, culminating in a dramatic sun room.

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"The spectacular roof terrace features glass balustrading as does the second floor balcony.

"A feature ‘glass box’ has been incorporated into the drawing room and master en-suite which presents stunning views over the Perthshire hills."


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