EVER Fancied living in a converted windmill? Well now for a cool £550,000 you can.

Described as "simply the most stunning unique property to grace the current market", the five-bedroom property known as The Mill & Hawthorn Barn, in Cardewlees, near Carlisle, has recently gone up for sale with Northwood Estate and Letting Agents, based in Crosby Street.

And today, Saturday, they are hosting an open day, between 10am and 2pm, for prospective buyers to come and have a look around.

No appointment is needed but it is preferred if visitors register their interest because of covid-19 safety measures.

Unsurprisingly "breathtaking views" is listed as one of the key features of the three storey property - along with three double bedrooms, a two bed barn conversion, a luxury integrated kitchen and "stunning gardens".

Based on three floors, according to the estate agent the property is of a type "rarely available for sale in the UK".

It adds: "The property sits in approximately a half acre plot and has been sympathetically converted in to a wonderful and spacious family home.

"It retains so many original features and is offered in 'turn key' condition.

"The accommodation is extremely adaptable with three double bedrooms, three bathrooms/shower rooms, two reception rooms and a stunning luxurious integrated kitchen all within the mill and a further kitchen diner with two more double bedrooms in the barn.

"The barn is currently used as a holiday let by the current owners and offers a potential revenue of circa £22,000 based on a 60 per cent occupancy.

"The barn is accessed through a small hallway from the sitting/dining room and could therefore easily form part of the overall accommodation, making this a five bed, three reception room family home.

"The Mill offers a real countryside feel however within walking distance there is a convenience store, petrol station and the famous John's Plaice restaurant.

"Nearby is Cranston's Food hall, a hairdresser's/beauty salon situation in Orton Grange and Dobbies garden centre."

There are 10 schools located in a 3.3 miles radius according to property website rightmove.

The website also states that similar five-bedroom property for sale in the vicinity are being sold at prices between £449,000 and £289,000.

For more information about the property ring Northwood Estate and Letting Agent on 01228 543000.

Alternatively go online to right move at: www.rightmove.co.uk/property-for-sale/property-73177317.html