The Cold War Retreat Underground

Theres something captivating about this hidden house; perhaps the Flintstone-esque kitschness of the place, the fact it's hidden underground, the sheer millions spent on it ( $10million to be precise), in order for it to look so darn cheap, or the Orwellianess of how the 70's citizens viewed futuristic architecture and how this really hasn't stood the test of time. Perhaps it's all of these things put together. Either way, if I had the money and I fancied a relocation to L.A, which, I don't, I would snap this up no question about it. As the estate agents say it's a great home for those who like to be 'reclusive' (I hate people), and those who like luxury and eccentric property (Hello?)

Basically this house was built in the Cold War, 26 feet underground. As my source says, "You wouldn’t happen to be in the market for a 1970s underground family home, equipped to live in for up to a year without resurfacing in the event of a nuclear missile strike that wipes out humanity, would ya? Because it just so happens one has just come onto the market. And this piece of real estate gold could be all yours for the bargain price of $1.7 million."

To be honest I think that's a pretty good price (easy to say as I don't have the money). But, I challenge you to find another like it?


Read More and watch the video here: http://www.messynessychic.com/2013/09/05/the-1970s-cold-war-era-home-built-26-feet-underground/

and do watch the video, I feel even the music is appropriate.