Ever wanted to own a piece of history? Mike Conner did just that when he snapped up Thorne Island, a 19th-century Napoleonic fortress in Pembrokeshire, for £555k in 2017. While some called it a “midlife crisis,” Mike was on a mission. Over five years, he and his team braved tricky logistics—imagine flying in building materials by helicopter!
When Mike first unveiled his audacious plan, even he admits, “I really didn’t know what I was getting myself into.” But with no electricity or water and food arriving via helicopter, the challenge was clear. His wife wasn’t too thrilled initially either, laying down the rule: no stay before a flushing loo!
Fast forward to today, and Thorne Island is a transformed gem off the Pembrokeshire coast, boasting a nightclub, 40 beds, and luxurious en-suite bathrooms. It’s no wonder this incredible fortress is hitting the market at a jaw-dropping £3m.
From a decrepit party venue to a potential tourist hotspot, Mike’s vision has breathed new life into Thorne Island. He even imagines it as a possible nightlife destination, with “unbelievable raves.”
Could this daring fort buy be Britain’s ultimate renovation success story? Let’s hear it for Mike and his island dream! 🏰✨