Twists and turns in the Aussie 'Aladdin's' cave for sale in Coober Pedy

Welcome to ‘Aladdin’s’ cave, where the new owner will be in for some twists and turns.

This unusual home is not in the Arabian desert. Instead, it is an offering to the market in the Mars-like scape of outback South Australia’s Coober Pedy.

With an asking price of $215,000, the four-bedroom property is packed with surprises, including tunnels and striking sandstone walls.

$215,000

Lot 101 Kami Road, Coober Pedy SA 5723

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It is a dugout, crafted to combat the heat. These style of homes are typical in Coober Pedy, considered the opal capital of the world.

“Aladdin’s Secret Hideaway!” the listing trumpets, showcasing beautiful, cooling stone walls which ripple and seem tinged by pink.

The listing describes the property as possessing “lovely natural sandstone patterns”, presented in a “combination of square cut and freeform tunnels”.

The agency in charge of the campaign is Misty Mance of Andrews Property Regional SA.

Within the floorplan are designated “nooks” that include an opal-cutting area.

The outside holds a few secrets, including an “underground chook pen”, which is being used for storage.

“The outside of the dugout has a slender pitched verandah just above the entrance and steps leading into the dugout,” the listing explains.

“Smartly divided areas with the use of timber and shade cloth really bring to life an almost secret garden, in a sense.”

Dugouts provide several advantages, and not only protection from the blistering sun.

The desert at night can be freezing, and living underground provides comfort from both extremities.

The median house price in Coober Pedy is up 12.7 per cent over 12 months, landing at $91,250.