The sprawling six-bedroomed property is named ‘Skyfall’
James Bond enthusiasts have the opportunity to own the ultimate 007-themed residence as a mansion named ‘Skyfall’ hits the market for a cool £3 million. The expansive six-bedroom property is a tribute to the iconic films, boasting hundreds of thousands of pounds’ worth of Bond memorabilia.
Visitors to the gated property are greeted by two large Skyfall stag sculptures before stepping foot into this dream home for any 007 fanatic. Giant portraits depicting scenes from the movies grace most walls inside the majestic 11,000 sq ft property in Retford, Nottinghamshire.
The tributes extend to meticulous details – even the metal railings around bay windows are direct replicas of those in Bond’s Spectre apartment. The master suite features a leather chair from Spectre, M’s chair and stunt jackets from Quantum of Solace and Skyfall.
The Bond-obsessed owner also has an Aston Martin DBS with a 007 number plate, along with steering wheels and wing badges from some of the original movie cars. Other signed memorabilia and artefacts span from the Lazenby, Connery and Moore eras right through to the modern day Daniel Craig.
As if that was not enough, the massive house also boasts its own tennis courts – complete with grass cuttings and balls from Wimbledon Centre Court – a large gym, a snooker room and bar. The property is now on the market with estate agents Fine and Country, with an asking price of offers over £2,950,000.
The listing states: “One of the most impressive, if not the most impressive homes to come to the open market in recent times. Skyfall is a truly breathtaking and completely unique offering to the open market, seamlessly blending opulence and style with lavish fittings to create what we believe to be one of the area’s most exclusive and well recognised family homes.
“The property has undergone an extremely meticulous restoration by the current owners, with a ‘James Bond’ theme at its core. From driving through the gates every sense is ignited with the anticipation and excitement of what is to unfold.”
The ground floor boasts a grand entrance hall which opens into two generous formal reception areas, including a dining room and lounge.
Estate agents describe the “luxuriously appointed bespoke kitchen” as the property’s centrepiece, with a conservatory and cosy retreat creating a more informal atmosphere. They continue: “The staircase alone is something to behold, sweeping elegantly to the first floor, which sees five lavishly finished themed bedroom suites.
“The principal bedroom exudes a level or pure class and sophistication, and benefits from beautiful views over the front grounds and boasts both an en-suite and regal dressing room.
“The property gives an unparalleled level of timeless excellence and must be viewed to appreciate the intricate design and detailing within every single corner.
“The beautifully landscaped grounds have been well conceived and provide a tranquil oasis from the outside world with established trees flanking the boundaries.
“A bespoke sculpture and themed boxed hedging give a direct nod to the opening credits of the James Bond films, again adding to the overall drama of what is on offer at Skyfall.”