A striking Grade II listed former windmill in Leicester has been brought to market for £2.75 million by our residential agency team following an extensive three-year restoration that has transformed it into a distinctive and highly individual family home.
The landmark property situated on Lutterworth Road has been meticulously redeveloped by owner Robert Lockyer, who purchased the site in 2012 after it had stood vacant for more than three years.
Recognising its architectural significance and potential, he set about restoring and reimagining the building while retaining its historic character and combining it with contemporary luxury.
The estate comprises the restored windmill, substantial family accommodation, a fully renovated two-bedroom cottage, approximately 4.5 acres of landscaped grounds, a wildlife pond, and a paddock.
Following its purchase, the family initially occupied the cottage while the main residence underwent a comprehensive refurbishment requiring full electrical and plumbing replacement. Working with an architect previously engaged on earlier projects, the property was reconfigured to create four bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom, alongside extensive open-plan living spaces.
The renovation, completed in late 2015, involved a complete internal reconfiguration with careful attention to detail throughout. A contemporary glass bridge now links the main residence to the windmill, revealing original brickwork across two storeys that had previously been concealed. A bespoke staircase has been installed beneath a pitched roof structure designed to frame views of the windmill from within the home.