Rotunda, a contemporary home with a heritage every bit as thrilling as its striking design. Variously described by visitors as a property straight from Thunderbirds or a Bond villan's lair, Rotunda is now for sale, offering a spine-tingling opportunity to own a unique piece of Cold War history.
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