Five-bedroom former watermill on sale near Glasgow for the same price as a west end flat

If you want to leave the rat race behind then take a look at this mill conversion home, which is new to the market.

Converted former barns or mills aren't a regular feature on the property market in Scotland, which is why this former watermill is sure to be a popular buy.

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Set in a semi-rural location, but still only a 25 minute drive from Glasgow, this C-listed watermill is situated between Neilston and Barrhead.

The property, which is split over three floors, has five bedrooms, two bathrooms, spacious kitchen dining room, two sitting rooms, a utility room, two small WC's and a large cellar/basement.

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The mill is set within large grounds, which include an array of fruit trees, a burn and wooden bridge that leads to a small field.

There's also a long driveway, which gives privacy and space for a number of cars.

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On the market with Clyde for offers over £385,000 - a budget of which will currently get you an impressive two bedroom flat in the city's west end - has been described as a 'completely unique opportunity.'

The spacious layout is also described by the sellers: "currently on the ground floor there is an impressive size lounge with multi fuel stove, a large modern kitchen with ample space for dining table and chairs, a sitting/dining room area with access to the garden, two small WC's and a utility room.

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"A broad staircase allows access to the first floor which hosts three large double bedrooms, a further sitting room and a large main family bathroom.

"The second floor comprises a small landing and two further bedrooms, both great size doubles with views. The property also has two large walk in cellar/basement spaces."

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The interior may need some sprucing up but this is a great buy for a young family or someone looking for a property project with tonnes of potential.