This luxury house in Catherine-De-Barnes comes with a unique feature you probably wouldn’t find in the average house.

Henwood Mill, situated on Henwood Lane in Solihull, dates back to the 18th century, but today, it has been adapted to mix contemporary living with its periodic heritage.

After purchasing the building as an empty shell in the 1990s, the previous owners transformed the old mill into their dream home,while also preserving many of the building's original features throughout.

Exposed timber frames and inglenook fireplaces add to the home's historical charm.

The most interesting part of the property, however, is the old mill room.

The original 19th-century water mill
The original 19th-century water mill

Just off the main reception room, this room contains an original mill wheel and mechanism.

Currently used as a storage room, this room is a truly unique and historic addition to the house.

Across the rest of the ground floor, there is a drawing room, dining room, a living and study room with views of the garden.

The breakfast kitchen has been thoughtfully designed and is very much in keeping with the character of the mill.

Oak units beneath black granite work surfaces are complemented by modern integrated appliances.

A comfortable family room is open plan to the main kitchen area making this the heart of the home.

The house has been modernised throughout despite its historic roots
The house has been modernised throughout despite its historic roots

On the first floor, there are three bedrooms and three bathrooms, as well stairs to the second floor.

There a further two bedrooms on the second floor, with a spiral staircase leading down into the mill room from one of these bedrooms.

Outside, a good size triple garage is set apart from the house and has a generous parking area behind timber gates.

The surrounding gardens are made up of beautifully landscaped with meandering block paved pathways and patio areas all offer peaceful places to sit and reflect, providing a pretty backdrop to this intriguing property.