You can live in an actual windmill near Greater Manchester

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A truly stunning four-storey windmill has been converted into a dream home and has now gone on the market for £850,000 in the rural setting of Cheshire.

Ever fancied living outside of the usual four walls and roof? How about living in a house with just one curved wall and a pretty big fan on top?

This place will make the rolling fields of Cheshire feel more like Amsterdam and with 1.65 square metres of space, you can easily fit more than a handful of tulips into your garden.

Located just outside of Greater Manchester and very close to Chester – only about 10 minutes, in fact – the interior of this luxury home is arguably even more eye-catching than the windmill itself.

Spacious and open sitting area.
The Gibbet Windmill, Cheshire (Credit: Rightmove/ Signature Property Partners)

As you enter ‘The Gibbett Mill’, the ground floor boasts an open plan kitchen space with an island framing the layout. 

The first floor has a spacious sitting area which with a bit of creativity could easily be turned into something similar to a cinema room, for cosy nights in or even entertaining guests.

If you don’t have enough space to host all your friends and family, why not sit one or two of them on the balcony which is attached to this level?

Two bedrooms are spread across the second floor with one bathroom space which will be shared between both these rooms.

For those of you who are DIY fanatics, the property even has planning permission for a two-storey extension, if you want to add your own personal touch to your new home – not that this pad needs anything more done to it, mind you.

The third and highest floor has an impressive master bedroom with its own en-suite shower room and with its incredible height, this room boasts views of the Cheshire countryside.

Cosy little nook with a spiral staircase.
En-suite and Shower room attached to Master bedroom.
The third floor which homes the Master bedroom.
Spacious kitchen area.
The Gibbet Windmill, Cheshire is genuinely breathtaking. (Credit: Rightmove/ Signature Property Partners)

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For anyone with an admittedly big budget, this property is ideal for anyone trying to escape the hustle and bustle of busy day-to-day life, situated in the village of Woodbank, the population is just over 100, and you’ll be treated to some relaxing peace and quiet. 

Chester itself has lots to offer too, from well-known shops homed in black and white Tudor-style buildings to impressive walls you can walk which highlight the city and provide incredible views of the landscape. 

Life is all about the perfect balance and with the three-bedroom listing being just a 12-minute drive away from Cheshire Oaks, you’re a short journey away from some much-loved retailers and recognisable brands. 

S,o if you happen to have £850,000 to spare and fancy living in something more cylindrical and almost out of a fantasy film, this property is your match made in heaven. You can see more down below.

You can find The Gibbett Windmill’s full listing HERE.

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Featured Image — Rightmove/ Signature Property Partners