LOTTOSHACKS: $5 Million Buys This Countryside Mansion, But You Might Have To Bid Against Some Movie Stars
Internationally famous Pinewood Studios has set up in Cardiff where this magnificent mansion is being offered for sale. And it's rumoured that English star Benedict Cumberbatch of tv's 'Sherlock' or actor David Hasselhoff could be interested, as they both have Welsh girlfriends who might like to stay close to home. More photos follow:
Baywatch star David Hasselhoff (left) and Benedict Cumberbatch are rumored to be interested.
For the rest of us, a win in this week's UK National Lottery of £6 million (about US$10 million) would give enough to clinch the deal and pay for the several gardeners needed for upkeep of the extensive landscaping.
PRICE: £3 million (approx US$5 million)
LOCATION: Cardiff, Wales, UK.
COUNTIN': 8 beds, 2 storeys, separate lodge and 2 cottages.
SELLER: Sir Julian Hodge family
GAME TO WIN: UK National Lottery - £6 million
BALANCE AFTER PURCHASE: £3 million
Locals say the countryside around Cardiff is becoming a 'mini-Hollywood' after Pinewood set up a studios in the area.
The sprawling estate includes servants' quarters, a two-storey oak-panelled reception hall and access to an observatory.
The eight-bedroomed mansion has views over its formal gardens and across to the Bristol Channel.
Source: Daily Mail