A call to arms: this classic, stucco-fronted Knightsbridge townhouse hides an intriguing secret stash

If variety is the spice of life, this Knightsbridge townhouse is a flavoursome prospect indeed.

From the outside, the property appears to be a highly respectable stucco-fronted townhouse, of the sort coveted by any well-heeled buyer with £4.2 million to burn.

Set over five floors and currently laid out as a three-bedroom property with two bathrooms and two reception rooms, the building would serve as a classic family home.

Inside, as the estate agent's listing points out, the home could do with an extensive modernisation and decorative overhaul, perfect for someone looking to create their dream property.

But there's nothing too wild in the modern kitchen, bare garden area, and conservatory.

The existing lounge, master bedroom and drawing room all share a similar aesthetic, with dominant tones of brown and caramel, although there are some clues to the owner's predilections dotted throughout the house.

Dark wooden furniture, leather chairs and sofas and a collection of traditional globes sit against a backdrop of sand, gold and brown walls.

A busy gallery wall of traditional paintings, many with a naval theme, are featured in the living room, which has two double floor-to-ceiling windows with shutters.

The master bedroom is particularly striking with bold gold and black striped wallpaper and a patinated gold ceiling, as well as black lacquer furniture.

There are also globes and ornaments scattered throughout the house, hinting at a love of travel.

But it's in another reception room that the most recent owner's unconventional tastes are revealed.

In a space that would make an ideal library or study there's currently an astonishing collection of antique weapons.

Firearms, crossbows and swords are displayed on each wall, overseen by the life-size statue of an enigmatic man, wrapped in Arabic clothing.

With blue painted timber walls, the bathroom currently resembles an explorer’s cabin, with an array of wooden masks, figures and items, alongside a framed antique map, a Louis Vuitton trunk and a baby-blue basin.

With an enviable postcode, this Knightsbridge property is located on Ovington Gardens, mere moments from Harrods and the bustling amenities of Knightsbridge.

Harry Dawes, partner at Knightsbridge agent Knight Frank, says: “This house offers all potential buyers an exciting chance to make their own mark on a unique house which now requires modernisation.”

The property is currently on the market for £4,250,000 with Knight Frank (020 3811 2588).