From the outside it looks like an typical semi-detached house – but inside it is anything but ordinary.
Owners of the property, on sale in Manchester, have let their kitsch side run riot with a tribute to 1950’s Americana.
While the home won’t be to everyone’s taste, the unique decor transports buyers to a bygone era when Monroe graced the silver screen, Truman occupied the White House and Chevrolet’s ruled the roads.
Kitsch: Owners of the property, on sale in Manchester, have let their kitsch side run riot with a tribute to 1950’s Americana. Complete with its own bamboo tiki bar, a statue of a pink Flamingo and a bold zebra print rug – it is definitely not a run-of-the-mill Mancunian red brick
Tinsletown: With Fifties-style fridges, an aqua-blue dining table and bold block colours throughout – anyone who harks back to the golden era of Hollywood cinema when Grace Kelly and Marilyn Monroe lit up the silver screens may have found their ideal home
Complete with its own bamboo tiki bar, a statue of a pink Flamingo and a bold zebra print rug – it is definitely not a run-of-the-mill Mancunian red brick.
Hawaiian floral wallpaper brightens up the living space while American-diner style chequered patterns line the floor.
With 1950’s look fridges, an aqua-blue dining table and bold block colours – anyone who harks back to the golden age of Hollywood cinema might have found their dream home.
Sunshine and cocktails: Classic French windows allow light to stream in while a second bar area with bamboo shoots and palm tree decorations offer residents more than enough options for an after-work Tom Collins or two
Timewarp: Hawaiian floral curtains brightens up the living space while American-diner style chequered patterns line the floor
Classic French windows allows light to stream in while a second bar area offers residents enough options for an after-work Tom Collins or two.
With three bedrooms on offer upstairs, a bright pink master bedroom is the pick of the bunch with floral curtains, oversized lamps and a wicker bed frame.
The kitsch theme continues outdoors with a back garden with a decked seating area and pond.
Outdoor relaxation: The kitsch theme continues outdoors with a back garden with a decked seating area and pond
Pink Ladies: With three bedrooms on offer upstairs, a bright pink master bedroom is the pick of the bunch with floral curtains, oversized lamps and a wicker bed frame
High-profile: According to the estate agents Purple Bricks said the property had already made a splash being featured in newspapers and magazines
The advert says: ‘The property itself has plenty of character and charm, the vendor has blended the modern with the features of the fifties but this does not take away from such beautiful features as the original stained glass encapsulated in the double glazing.’
While according to the estate agents Purple Bricks said the property had already made a splash being featured in newspapers and magazines.
The agent adds: ‘The styling has been held in high regard and has been featured in several national newspapers and magazines as well as the book Style Your Modern Vintage Home.’
If James Dean is your cup of tea and Grace Kelly floats your boat, the tribute to 1950s America could be yours for a cool £415,000.
The advert says: ‘The property itself has plenty of character and charm, the vendor has blended the modern with the features of the fifties but this does not take away from such beautiful features as the original stained glass encapsulated in the double glazing.’
The agent say: ‘The styling has been held in high regard and has been featured in several national newspapers and magazines as well as the book Style Your Modern Vintage Home.’
Unexpected surprise: From the outside it looks like an typical semi-detached house – but inside it is anything but ordinary. If James Dean is your cup of tea and Grace Kelly floats your boat, the tribute to 1950s America could be yours for a cool £415,000