Peek inside this 'alien spaceship' that became a family's forever home

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Peek inside this 'alien spaceship' that became a family's forever home

Explore a 1970s Roger Walker “spaceship” home with unique design and gardens in Belmont Hill.

Kylie Klein Nixon
Last updated: 6 April 2026 | 3 min read
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A unique 1970s Roger Walker "spaceship" home in Belmont Hill is for sale after being owned by one family for nearly 40 years. The iconic design features a large round window and steep, modular rooflines, making it a standout piece of architecture.

The four-bedroom property includes a pool and an extensively developed garden created over decades. Inside, you'll find classic 70s details like exposed beams and multiple living spaces, perfect for a family looking to put down roots.

The Roger Walker-designed home at 7 Coach Lane is on the market for the first time since the 190s

Coming down the drive was like seeing an "alien spaceship" says the son of the owners.

The section was quite overgrown when the Snells moved in.

The home includes a lot of classic Roger Walker features, such as modular spaces, exposed beams and round windows.

There are two living rooms in this home, one on the ground floor and another up the spiral stairs.

The funky purple tiles in the family bathroom.

The home has four bedrooms, including this one, in the attic, with a round window overlooking the valley.

The views from here are exceptional.

The home is on the lower reaches of Belmont Hill, with views that cannot be built out.

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