HOME buyers looking for an unusual property could get their hands on a former water treatment works in Burnley.

The 4,200 sq ft stone building in Hurstwood comes with original filtration tanks and is on the market for £200,000.

Owners United Utilities have put the unusual site up for sale, complete with planning permission to convert the building into a stunning five bedroom home with swimming pool and gym.

Built in 1923, Hurstwood water treatment works was capable of providing up to 13million litres of treated water each day.

It was decomissioned in February 1993, following the creation of a modern new treatment works and service reservoir nearby.

Since it closed for business, various proposals have been put forward for the site, including a water museum, but none were deemed viable.

David Tyson, from United Utilities’ property team said: “This is certainly one of our more unusual sales.

“The building is largely untouched, and still contains all the original filtration tanks and associated equipment.

“It’s a genuine piece of engineering history.

“It has the potential to make a fabulous family home, and is ripe for a Grand Designs-style conversion.

“The building stands in more than an acre of grounds, and looks out over beautiful farmland and woodland.

“We hope the site can now be given a new lease of life by a committed buyer.”

Planning permission to change the use of the building to a single residential dwelling has already been granted by Burnley Council.

The building measures 34m by 12.8m and is set a conservation area and has panoramic views.

The accommodation proposed within the planning application includes a ground floor comprising lounge, dining room, kitchen, family room, utility, study and gymnasium.

The first floor has potential for five bedrooms, all with en-suite bathrooms, there is also potential for an internal swimming pool.

The property is on sale with Frank Harrington Associates, and viewings are now being taken.