Would you pay nearly $2M for a gingerbread house? This iconic piece of Texas real estate just might change your mind

A very sweet gingerbread house in Texas is for sale for almost $2 million, but it’s not the edible kind.

The Austin property looks like it’s straight out of a storybook from the outside, but inside it’s beautifully modern with touches of apartheid everywhere.

Although the cottage itself is cozy and small, it is sold next to a modern two-storey house on the same plot, which extends over 7,971 square meters.

Together, the homes boast a total of five bedrooms and five and a half bathrooms and share a beautiful backyard – perfect for entertaining friends and family.

Douglas Elliman has put the unique property on the market for $1.75 million – and the lucky owner also has the opportunity to keep the perfectly curated furnishings and decor.

The cottage, known as the Bouldin Gingerbread house, is described by agents Emily Waldmann and Megan Gallagher as “a piece of Austin history.”

Built in 1927 and redesigned by Spaller Glover in 2011, the cottage has a cozy yet spacious open plan layout.

An inviting paved path lined with multi-coloured shrubs leads to the striking property – which has a white exterior with dark brown detailing around the windows and on the sloping double roof.

The windows at the front of the fairy house have classic wooden planks and crossed details and cute flower beds under the glass.

Upon entering, the dark wooden floorboards are spread throughout the house, maintaining a rustic and warm atmosphere that matches the cute exterior.

Natural light floods the home from all angles as windows overlook lush greenery.

The front room features vintage furnishings, including cozy rugs, homely wooden chairs and even a wooden ladder leaning against the stark white wall.

Further into the open-plan home is a modern kitchen equipped with white cabinets, marbled tiles and stainless steel finishes.

Floating shelves are located above the cabinets and provide the perfect place to display whimsical items reminiscent of storybook props, such as copper pans and paintings of flowers.

Showcasing the bold cross-window design from within, the first bedroom fits perfectly above a permanent bookshelf and next to a cozy bed with a checkered headboard.

Immediately next to the cozy cottage is the expansive two-storey modern house, surrounded by a high wooden gate and equipped with a garage and driveway.

Inside the house, shiny floor beds are spread across the floor and white walls and furniture fill the many rooms of the house.

Bright orange accents can be found in the home’s finishes, including the pillows, lamps and even a comfortable armchair.

The outdoor space is easily accessible via the living room, which is adjacent to both the kitchen and dining room, creating a seamless layout throughout.

There is a bedroom on the ground floor with a patio door to the sunny patio.

Each of the bathrooms is modern and sleek – with dark floorboards, white walls and glass showers.

A spacious balcony is accessed from one of the upper floors which offers panoramic views of the beautiful Austin neighborhood.