August 12, 2024

Jacobean-era Grade II-listed windmill converted into family home hits market for £850,000

Historic 17th-century windmill converted into a modern family home with original features, 1.65 acres, and planning permission, now on the market near Chester for £850,000.

A functional windmill, with the blades still attached, has gone on the market after being converted into a family home.

The Grade II listed property is based just outside of Chester and comes with 1.65 acres of space and planning permission for a two-storey contemporary extension.

While the ‘Gibbett Windmill’ isn’t exactly cheap – on the market for £850,000 – though it comes steeped in history.

Dating back to the Jacobean era, the structure is believed to date back to 1610, with renovations in the late 18th century, reports Luxury Property News.

In 1960, the windmill was converted into a house – now boasting three bedrooms and two bathrooms across 2,469sq ft of interior space.

The property is set over four floors with a wealth of original features, including a large cast iron shaft on a square wooden framework in the main bedroom.

Aside from a few nods to its quirky past, the home is decorated to modern standards with an industrial-style kitchen, cosy lounge and bedrooms, and windows taking full advantage of the views and curved exterior.

Outside, there is a gated and private driveway, and the grounds include a paddock and detached timber outbuilding including carports, tack room and hay barn.