One of Britain's largest windmills, the Maud Foster Windmill, is now on the market for £650,000, a price lower than the average cost of a house in London. This over 200-year-old property is

located in the market town of Boston in Lincolnshire and stands tall at over 80 feet, dominating the local skyline. The windmill boasts seven storeys and five sails, making it one of the country's largest operational windmills.

The historic windmill features three spacious bedrooms and two large bathrooms, making it an ideal family home situated along the river banks of the Maud Foster. Two of the seven storeys currently house a shop and a flour business, while a former café occupies the first floor. The windmill was initially built in 1819 by Isaac and Thomas Reckitt but had to close in 1833 due to poor harvests. It was later purchased in 1987 by James Waterfield and his family, who meticulously restored it to full working order, making it the "most productive windmill in England."

Retaining its original floor beams, mill machinery from 1819, Yorkshire sash windows, and red and gault brick features, the Maud Foster Windmill carries a rich historical charm. The property is being offered for sale by estate agents Bruce Mather, priced at £650,000 for just the windmill or £998,800 when including the adjacent five-bedroom mill. The windmill's shop and flour business are open to the public on Wednesdays and Saturdays, presenting an opportunity for potential buyers to experience the unique ambiance of this iconic landmark.

With its impressive stature and functional operation, the Maud Foster Windmill stands as a remarkable piece of history and offers the chance for a new caretaker to guide it into the next era of its legacy. All viewings of the property are strictly by appointment. Photo by Richard Croft, Wikimedia commons.