For many years I understood that an old lady, who was a major ‘land owner' of that part of the LC area, owned the old white house. The speculation was that she lived a pauper's lifestyle but was very wealthy and happy to stay if only to get up the noses of the local council etc!
Perhaps this is LC folklore and happy if someone will clarify this - Peter R I value your feedback as you have been in the area for several years and I'm sure you can assist with this. If this has already been discussed, apologies.
We own on mainland Spain and have seen several similar examples of the Spanish locals in Lliria (Valencia) sticking their two digits up to the council when it comes to redevelopment, only to see new buildings being built around/onto their old houses!! However, some would argue that progress is progress.
Regards, Chris