Amazing private ‘island’ a mile off UK coast could be yours for £2.5m – and it comes with its own cinema and lighthouse
AN STUNNING private island just a mile off the UK coast could be yours for £2.5 million - and it comes with its own cinema and lighthouse.
A lucky Brit could snap up this historic Victorian fort boasting nine bedrooms and idyllic sea views.
Luxury island Spitbank Fort was built in 1860 to protect the UK from invasion a mile out at sea from Portsmouth.
The breathtaking construction served as a naval base only accessed by boat and is flanked by two forts - No Man's Land Fort and Horsesands Fort.
After lavish owners put the impressive building on the market last year, the price has been reduced by £500,000.
Those interested can put their hands on the historic fortress for £2.5million.
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The future home offers 360-degree views of the Solent and Isle of Wight.
It also comes with a sauna, leisure facilities - including its own cinema.
To retain its historic value, all of the rooms have retained some of its Victorian features.
Listed on the property site Zoopla, estate agents Knight Frank said: "Standing on the deck of the fort, one is immediately impressed by the complete tranquillity that can only be experienced on a private island.
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"The seascapes are ever changing and at dusk and dawn, the rising and setting sun produces spectacular backdrops.
"The solitude of the high seas combined with the spectacular 360 degree sea views ensures a degree of privacy and atmospheric seclusion that is second to none."
Its sister forts were constructed in 1860 to protect the British navy from French warships.
The three forts were originally ordered by then-Prime Minister Henry Temple and the third Viscount Palmerston.
They became known as 'Palmerston's Follies' when submarine defences strung between them during the Second World War.
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The fortress was used in World War I and then in World War II to defend English shores from Nazi attack.
The giant walls are 15ft tall and were used as temporary army barracks.
After the wars ended, the piece of history was transformed into a museum.
Years later it was converted into a hotel after it was bought by entrepreneur Mike Clare in 2009 - to host parties.
However, due to its residential status Mr Clare is hoping to cash in.
Businessman Mr Clare, from Buckinghamshire, purchased all three forts and previously tried to sell them for £8 million.
It comes as the "world's tiniest" island was put up for sale and could be yours for less than the price of a house.
Isle Fraser, which is located on the Saint-Laurence River in Quebec, Canada, will cost you just $415,437.
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The house, which was built in 1898, has remained in its original state.
It is situated approximately one hour from Montreal and 45 minutes from Ontario, while it takes just 10 minutes to reach the state of New York.
