Underhill, Slope house in Holme Valley, England.
The Underhill residence spans 4,000 square feet, incorporating a central swimming pool illuminated by a large octagonal pyramid skylight window.
Arthur Quarmby designed and constructed this pioneering earth-sheltered house between 1973 and 1975, marking Britain's first modern building of this type.
The structure received Grade II listing status in 2017, recognizing its importance in the development of ecological and sustainable architecture in England.
The property contains four bedrooms, a 2,000-square-foot family area, multiple glass sliding doors, a double garage, and a workshop within its acre of grounds.
The interior features a distinctive room called The Cave, defined by conical shapes and natural stone walls, plus a 36-foot hourglass swimming pool.
Location: Holme Valley
Address: Woodhead Road, Holme, West Yorkshire, HD9 2QE
GPS coordinates: 53.54995,-1.83646
Latest update: March 10, 2025 19:28
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Church of the Holy Trinity
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Church of St David
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Church of St John
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St Mary's Church
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8 Miles Post West Side Near Bay House Hotel
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The Picturedrome
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Old Milestone At Junction With Holmfirth Road
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Holmfirth Library and Tourist Information Centre
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K6 Telephone Kiosk At Junction With Wilshaw Road
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Mile Post, Hollowgate Bridge
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6 Miles Post Oposite No 119
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8 Miles Post 100 Yards To East Of No 224
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10 Miles Post, 1 Mile North Of Holme Moss Summit
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Boundary Stone At Flake Moss
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Mile Stone
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3 Miles Post
2.3 km
1 Mile Post
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Ward Boundary Stone Opposite Junction With Bradshaw Road
3.9 km
9 Miles Post Between Holme And Lane
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