House untouched for 30 years and 'forgotten in time' sold after 80 years
Daily mirror January 30, 2026 11:42 PM

A property hit the market for the first time in eight decades has been discovered in a remarkable time-capsule condition, virtually unchanged since its original construction.

According to estate agents, the property features quintessentially 1930s touches including alcove shelving, ornate ceiling roses and a traditional larder cupboard in the kitchen.

The South West home offers three bedrooms and a multi-level garden to the rear.

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But there's more to this property than bricks and mortar - its former residents were described as "keen travellers" who remained "active" well into their centenarian years.

The Hengrove Lane property is being promoted by MG estate agents as "a striking terraced home bursting with potential".

The location ticks all the boxes too, with local shops, a primary school and sports facilities all within easy reach.

On the first floor, there are three bedrooms - two doubles - plus a bathroom.

Outside space includes a generous front garden and a stepped garden at the rear.

Marketing manager Kat Wills from MG Estate Agents of Whitchurch revealed the previous occupant remained in the home until the impressive age of 104.

"The previous owners didn't have any children but we understand the couple were very active into their old age.

"They were keen travellers and went on many adventures around the world.

"The lady's husband worked for the BBC and he was still playing tennis into his seventies.

"The lady was apparently a talented musician who studied at the Royal Academy of Music.

"She used to hold piano lessons in the front room.

"The lived in the house from the 1940s. A lot of the décor is actually the original décor from when they moved in."

The remarkable property, which appears frozen in a bygone era, is on the market chain-free with an asking price of £285,000, estate agents confirm.

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