Architect Patrick Bradley Offers Unique Shipping Container Home Rental for 2025 Open, Priced at £20,000!

Renowned architect Patrick Bradley, known for his award-winning shipping container home in Co Londonderry, is making his unique residence available for rent to visitors attending the 2025 Open in Portrush. The price tag for this exclusive accommodation? A substantial £20,000.

In addition to his famous dwelling in Maghera, known as the Grillagh Water House, which gained widespread recognition through its appearance on Channel 4's Grand Designs series, Bradley is offering another property for rental. He recently undertook the renovation of an old Irish clachan, transforming it into a barn conversion, along with a charming cottage renovation named 'Barney's Ruins,' situated in close proximity to his primary residence.

Prospective renters can expect offers for Barney's Ruins to range up to £8,000. Bradley himself showcased this remarkable property earlier in the year when it was featured on an episode of BBC NI's Restoration Rescue, a program hosted by the architect.

Advertisements for these unique accommodations can be found on the Accommodation for The Event (AfTE) website, which specialises in providing short-term lodging options for golfing tournaments held in Ireland.

Bradley's two properties are among the limited options available for those seeking accommodation during the golf event in Northern Ireland. There is an additional four-bedroom property located in Ballycastle, available for a rate of £16,000 for a 10-day stay.

The Royal Portrush Golf Club has been confirmed as the venue for the 153rd championship in 2025, marking its return to the region after successfully hosting the tournament in 2019.

The previous event in Northern Ireland drew a substantial crowd of approximately 237,750 spectators.