5 unconventional properties you can buy in the Czech Republic
Living on the water, in a castle or in a tower? Why not. Even in the Czech Republic, you can find a wide range of properties that definitely don't fall into the category of ordinary housing. Take a look at the most interesting ones - maybe they will inspire you in your search for a new home.
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Bata's houses
In the 1920s, the entrepreneur Bata began to build red brick houses in Zlín for his employees. The housing was originally intended to last only 30 years, but the houses have survived to this day. They were built in several designs - as single houses, half houses and quarter houses for several families. Many of them have undergone various renovations and today are among the architectural attractions and sought-after housing. If you also want to live in Czech "America" and you are interested in the genius loci of the Bata colonies, you can - you can find a typical 3+1 semi-detached house after external reconstruction near the centre of Zlín at Bezrealitky for CZK 5.5 million. But you have to prepare yourself for another expense connected with interior modifications.
Houseboat
Do you long for romance by the water? Whether you are looking for a weekend home or a place where you can live permanently, a houseboat can be the solution. Today's houseboats are often even better equipped than a regular apartment, with full bathrooms and heating. Those who want year-round living in a rocking spirit have plenty to choose from. But be prepared for a luxury houseboat to cost similar to a small apartment. A new customized houseboat with a usable area of 34 m2 can be found on Bezrealitky for CZK 3,690,000, while a houseboat that has been used for a few years with the same area is available for half the price.
Living in a container
Do you have nice land but don't want to get into complicated construction? Or are you a fan of minimalism and are intrigued by the tiny house concept? Then perhaps a prefabricated mobile home or container house is the ideal solution for you. In the Czech Republic, they have already established themselves and you can choose from many types and designs. The advantage? You can have it on the property almost immediately and move in immediately. Thanks to modern technology, container houses are also habitable all year round and are therefore suitable not only as an asylum for cottagers.
Luxury in a water tower
Got an extra 55 million? If so, you can treat yourself to a truly unconventional living experience in a water tower. One such tower is located in Prague-Libeň, and besides a truly unique panoramic view of Prague, it also offers luxurious finished residential duplex spaces. Other parts of the tower are ready for completion, including a large garage and a relaxation centre. An interesting feature is also the generous cellar with a vault made of baroque sandstone blocks. In short, a real treat for a very specific customer.
Living in a castle
Where will you live in a literally fabulous way? In a castle. And you may be surprised to find quite a few of them in the offer of real estate agencies. Many of them have been for sale for years, but buyers are put off by the high purchase price and other costs. No wonder, the energy consumption of a typical mansion will certainly not be in class A. On the other hand, such a chateau will certainly offer you plenty of privacy and usually generous plots of several hectares. What about the baroque Kounice Chateau, which is a registered cultural monument, as well as the nearby mysterious Kounice stone rows?
