Hidden away and tucked out of sight, these properties from around the world take a desire for privacy to the extreme. Whether they are teetering on the edge of a cliff like Casa Brutale or concealed underground like the Edgeland House, these covert constructions are designed to specifically to hide from prying eyes. Click or scroll to uncover these incredible hidden homes... 

Sitting amongst hayfields and woods, in the centre of a nature reserve, this home is barely visible. Named the Dutch Mountain, the home was designed by krft architects and was built inside an artificial hill so as not to interfere with the stunning surrounding landscape. The hill acts as the perfect camouflage, hiding the home from view and engulfing the bulk of the building work.

With the north side of the dwelling hidden from sight, the south is open with a glass front that's framed in lark wood. A large terrace that runs the full width of the house is shaded by a canopy, that also regulates the sunshine throughout the seasons. 

When Stockholm-based architect Hans Murman of Murman Arkitekter and his partner Ulla Alberts decided to build a country retreat on the island of Gotland, in the Baltic Sea, the house had to overcome a particular design challenge. The island's local authority decreed that no modern architecture should spoil that landscape so they came up with an ingenious solution to help this house disappear into a grove of trees.

The house uses a double façade, with a printed vinyl cloth stretched around the entirety of the timber building. Steel rods hold the fabric 40 centimetres away from the wood cladding, with parts of the screen extending out to hide private areas such as the outdoor shower. Inside the cladding has been painted white with sliding doors seamlessly connecting the outside with the interior.

The evergreen trees that were used on the printed pattern also reach just one foot away from certain parts of the 538-square-foot house, which further blends the straight edges into the natural surroundings. The screen is translucent, allowing light to pass in and out of the small windows on the two end walls.

With typical Scandi elegance and restraint, this house manages to be both perfectly in line with the wooded landscape from the outside and cosy and stylish inside. The larger windows and inner courtyard are positioned to be completely private, and generous sliding glass doors on the western façade are used as the main entrance.

At first glance, this roadside spot in Chile is home to woodlands and tranquil waterfront views. However, hiding below the trees, you'll find an ingenious concrete house designed by architects Felipe Assadi. Barely perceptible, this modern masterpiece flies completely under the radar of passers-by.

A unique façade, the property has an array of openings in various sizes, framing the best of the surrounding natural landscape. A partially covered terrace runs along the side of the structure, allowing residents to enjoy the great outdoors whatever the weather.

This has got to be one of the coolest concrete houses in the world. Inside, the design has a modern minimalist interior that faces out across the shoreline. Concrete dominates the design, while the layout is arranged to perfectly frame the stunning vistas.

Designed by Jack Woolley, this house in south London looks like nothing more than a brick wall at first glance. Once a garden plot, the unassuming residential spot shelters a rather unique dwelling, tucked just out of sight.

Named the Spiral House, the property twists in on itself, with the surrounding brick boundary wall spiralling in to create the property's single-storey structure. Inside, the remarkable feat of architecture features nearly 1,000 square feet of modern living space.

With the house sitting slightly below ground level, the courtyard features gently sloping steps that lead up to street level. Bi-folding doors complete the design, blurring the line between the terrace and the large living and dining area.

A large pivoting door concealed in the concrete reveals a modular home created by architects Modscape. The idea behind the design was to create a private haven sheltered from the road below, while making the most of the stunning rural landscape. It almost looks like a zombie-proof house!

The striking home comprises a suspended box that hovers just above the ground amongst the dense woodland, in harmony with the surrounding natural landscape. Large panes of glass help to reflect the trees and camouflage the unique structure. 

The four-bedroom, four-bathroom house offers no end of luxurious accommodation, with bare concrete walls and a striking minimalist aesthetic. From almost any room in the house, you can look out into the pine forest, which spans 2,470 acres, blurring into sand dunes along the rugged coastline.

We've seen some gorgeous homes hidden inside forests, but this is next level offering wilderness living at its finest – you won't have to worry about the neighbours in this secluded spot. You can swim on your own private rooftop pool, explore the nearby forest or take a walk down to the beach. The options for relaxation are endless. 

Perched on the edge of a steep cliff face, this futuristic house designed by Kois Associated Architects has an infinity pool on the rooftop where lucky residents can enjoy panoramic views over the Aegean Sea without sacrificing any privacy. 

This innovative design by Make Architects was part of rendered plans for a hidden eco-house in the north of England for English soccer star Gary Neville, who bought the £9 million ($11.4m) plot back in 2007. 

Found in Texas, this ingenious house, designed by Bercy Chen Studio, sits comfortably under a patch of grass. Based on the vernacular of the pit house, which is one of the oldest housing types in North America, the sunken property was built on a rehabilitated brownfield site. 

Designed by architects OPA, this incredible futuristic-style overhanging home has been proposed for construction in a cliff face in Beirut, overlooking the ocean. Just imagine the views from that staggering cliff edge!

The design includes six bedrooms and underground parking for up to three cars. The bright, open-plan living space will feature a concrete-cast dining table with warm wooden benches for sociable dining.

The unusual camouflaged design has been likened to a James Bond lair and we can certainly see why! Casa Brutale is rumoured to be in the middle of construction, and while it's not for people with a fear of heights, just imagine waking up to that vista every morning.

The façade of the house slopes upwards, framing the best possible view of the breathtaking mountain ranges on the other side of the valley. Now a holiday rental, it's the perfect place for keen skiers or simply those who want to escape the hustle and bustle.

The spacious interior has been furnished with a mix of sleek modern furnishings and eclectic statement pieces by Dutch designers. You’ll need a bit of spare cash for a family trip though, as you’re looking at up to £3,400 ($4k) per person for a week’s stay.  

Nestled into an alcove in south-eastern Utah, this prehistoric-looking cave house is only 20 minutes from a local town, despite appearing as though it's in the middle of remote desert shrubland.

Constructed in 1986, the property was designed to imitate traditional Anasazi cliff dwellings. It's pretty cosy on the inside, and even comes with its very own mature orchard and vineyard – just in case living in a cave doesn't quite cut it. 

Designed for the picturesque fields of Hampshire in south-east England, this unusual design looks almost like an eye embedded in the landscape, but only when seen from above. The land, complete with planning permission for this extraordinary eco house, sold for £1.8 million ($2.2m). Now, that's not much for your own subterranean haven now is it? 

This is a truly subterranean house. As you approach the driveway, the house is almost completely hidden from view and barely visible from all angles – including from the air – as it merges seamlessly into the landscape. 

Inside, the south-facing kitchen is perfectly positioned to get the best of the day's light, while the whole building was sited to maximise the position of the sun, all day, every day. The six-bedroom home will feature tunnel access from the garage, a natural swimming pool and a decked sun area.

With 13,000 square feet of space to play with, this is no modest home. The property is spread across five enormous floors and features plenty of open-plan rooms, including the leisure room which is illuminated in blue light and features a football table for family tournaments – and let's not forget the sports bar and indoor pool.

Welcome to the Jungle House; the ultimate paradise home for nature lovers. This incredible rainforest project is located on the Paulista shore of the rainforest in Brazil, among mountains and dense vegetation.

Designed by architects Macio Kogan and Samanta Cafardo for Studio mk27, the home's elevated positioned ensures residents can look out across the ocean while enjoying the rugged jungle landscape too. And what better way to enjoy all of this than taking a dip in the infinity pool on the building’s roof?

Only accessible by foot or horseback, the hunting lodge was designed by architects Snøhetta. Measuring a tiny 53 square feet inside, it has room for up to 21 people. The structure is made from two curved steel beams which are connected by a layer of hand-cut logs for a unique blend of new and old.

Covered in grass, the curved roof appears to grow up out of the landscape. The rustic façade has been crafted from local stone, tar-treated wood and glass which blend beautifully into the natural surroundings. We can think of worse vistas to wake up to!

Inside, a central fireplace with a statement funnel hood is framed by beds along the wood-clad walls that can be used as seating during the day. A narrow nook by the entrance has space for cooking equipment and extra storage. For a snug space, this secret home is pretty smart!

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