Is this London's most unusual rental? Hollywood director lists Knightsbridge home packed with murals of dictators for £8,000 a week | Homes and Property

Is this London's most unusual rental? Hollywood director lists Knightsbridge home packed with murals of dictators for £8,000 a weekA film set-style home, with huge murals of Saddam Hussein and Chairman Mao, is for rent in Knightsbridge.

As you might expect, the Knightsbridge home of Roland Emmerich, director of blockbuster hits Independence Day, Godzilla and Stargate, is like a film set inside — and just the job for a fascinating short let.

From outside, the five-bedroom, five-bathroom house appears much like its neighbours.

Inside, however, you’ll find huge murals of Saddam Hussein and Chairman Mao among the quirky artwork and bespoke furniture.

From a life-size zebra statue to a waxwork of Pope John Paul II sitting under the stairs and a study room with blackboard floors and ceilings, there are so many unusual touches.

KFH lettings manager Daniel Bickerdike says: “Residents will be equally challenged, fascinated and entertained by the décor.”

The rent is £8,000 a week but this house is unique — and it’s in SW3.

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