A Second World War concrete bunker used to keep Hitler’s Luftwaffe at bay has been opened to the public.
The former standby generator building is open to visitors, joining another small bunker that opened to the public almost a year ago.
The three-bedroom bunker, which sleeps six Guesys, is located in a rural setting in an Area of Outstanding National Beauty in Ringstead, Dorset, and includes a ground floor bathroom with bath, walk-in shower and a seating area. be with a wood stove.
This is one of the bunkers that once warned of Hitler’s bombers in World War II and which had now been transformed into a holiday home.
As previously reported last year, another windowless concrete structure, used as an RAF radar, was opened to the public.
Reservations at that location were so popular that the owner decided to modify this one as well.
The bunker, part of Winston Churchill’s ‘Chain Home’ early warning system spread across the south coast, was used to track the German Luftwaffe.
The fortification was later renovated and used as a rotor station to monitor Soviet bombers during the Cold War before being dismantled in 1956.
The former standby generator building is open to visitors, joining another small bunker that opened to the public almost a year ago.
The three-bedroom bunker is located in a rural setting in an Area of Outstanding National Beauty in Ringstead, Dorset.
This was one of the bunkers that warned of Hitler’s bombers in the Second World War and had now been transformed into a holiday home.
A Grade II listed building, very careful work was done on the structure to preserve its history.
According to the Sykes Holiday Cottage listing, the property has been transformed into a “wow factor home” with a pet-friendly policy.
The listing said: “Surrounded by picturesque countryside, the south face of the bunker gives the impression of having been hit by an explosion, adding to its intriguing charm and character.”
‘Enter through the front door and be enchanted by the spacious open-plan living space, where contemporary meets history seamlessly.
‘The urban kitchen has a large island and a breakfast bar, perfect for preparing dinner before enjoying it in the elegant dining room with seating for eight people.
‘Relax in the large living room by the wood stove with your loved ones, watching your favorite shows on TV.
This is part of the structures that have been converted, having once been used as an RAF radar.
The bunker, part of Winston Churchill’s ‘Chain Home’ early warning system spread across the south coast, was used to track the German Luftwaffe.
The fortification was later renovated and used as a rotor station to monitor Soviet bombers during the Cold War before being dismantled in 1956.
‘The property offers three cozy bedrooms to rest at night; a double room on the ground floor with a private bathroom with shower, a double room and a bunk bed on the ground floor, ideal for the little ones.
For those looking to make the most of the surrounding area, just a short drive away, families can explore the National Trust site at Ringstead Bay, ideal for walks and beach adventures.
The listing says: “The downstairs bathroom invites you to enjoy a relaxing bath or an invigorating shower.”
‘Step out through the bi-fold doors and into the patio seating area where you can enjoy the stunning sea views while enjoying your morning coffee or evening drink.
‘At the end of the garden, a forest awaits to be explored, adding an extra touch of charm to this already impressive house.
‘The woods lead to the abandoned medieval village of Ringstead and then to the sea.
‘Discover a host of attractions that await you.’
To book the bunker to welcome 2025, guests would have to shell out £1,971 for three nights from December 31 to January 3.
The property offers three cozy bedrooms to rest at night; a double room on the ground floor with a private bathroom with shower, a double room and a bunk bed on the ground floor, ideal for the little ones to rest.
The listing said: “Enter through the front door and be enchanted by the spacious open-plan living space, where contemporary meets history seamlessly.”
For those looking to make the most of the surrounding area, just a short drive away, families can explore the National Trust site at Ringstead Bay, ideal for walks and beach adventures.
The advert said: “Step out through the bi-fold doors and into the patio seating area where you can enjoy the stunning sea views while enjoying a morning coffee or evening drink.”
Previously, another transformed bunker was inaugurated and open to the public.
Camouflaged in the hillside, it sits on land owned by dairy farmer Johnnie Russel, whose family has owned the land for more than 400 years.
The Grade II fortification was almost completely hidden from view, and from the outside looked like a grassy mound.
Russell gained planning permission to convert it into a novel holiday retreat last year, which now features “quick-open” patio doors that flood light into the once damp and dark space.
Known as the ‘Transmitter Bunker’, this exclusive holiday accommodation sleeps four people in two bedrooms and prices start from £702 for two nights.