Hampstead Heath, mostly situated in the London Borough of Camden, is home to many stunning, multi-million pound properties. One stands out from the crowd because it only rises eight feet above the ground and is hidden behind a wooden fence. The confusing thing about this property is the fact that not only does it have two floors, but the living room boasts a twenty-five foot high ceiling. The effect is achieved because the majority of the building is subterranean.

Langtry House is discreetly hidden by a row of mansions and has an unassuming exterior. It is easy to mistake the home as a car park, and in fact that is exactly what it used to be. The part of the property that is above ground was formerly a row of garages that have been skilfully converted. The rest of the home was excavated below ground after planning permission was granted.

The property provides 3,500 sq ft of living space including three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a gym, wine cellar and a home cinema/media room. The kitchen is from Poggenpohl, the oldest kitchen designer in the world. It is comprehensively fitted and includes a wide array of top of the range appliances. There is also a breakfast area.

The whole property has a stunning open plan design with a multitude of glass making it bright and airy. The living room is the focal point of the building and doesn’t disappoint, from the first step you take inside to when you move on to other parts of the house. The main bedroom even has its own en-suite garden. This unusual home is a victory for modernist design.

Langtry House gets its name from actress Lillie Langtry, whose cousin Philip LeBreton played a major role in getting Hampstead Heath restored. It recently went on the market with a £4.5 million valuation, and will make a unique Camden property investment for whoever is lucky enough to snap it up.