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Live in luxury at Macclesfield's former military institution. (Image - Holden & Prescott)

Lots of historic buildings in Macclesfield have been turned into flats in recent years, from schools, to pubs, to shops.

And today, we head to Armoury Towers. The former home of the 2nd Royal Cheshire Militia, built in 1957, has been luxury apartments for 40 years.

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It is there where we find a two-bedroom property that has recently come to market.

Officially known as 5 Drummers Keep, at Barracks Square, the home is on the market for £225,000.

Get the best of both worlds: Live in a Grade II listed building, dating back to Victorian times. But with the benefits of modern furnishings. (Image - Holden & Prescott Macclesfield)

The flat, which will have you feeling anything but, has an elegant feel to it - and rightly so giving the building's history.

Church Street estate agents Holden & Prescott were full of praise for the apartment.

Click the 'play button' at the top of this article for a video tour of the property. (Image - Holden & Prescott Macclesfield)

"Drummers Keep forms part of Barracks Square, a stunning Grade II listed building dating back to the 1800's and steeped in history," said Holden & Prescott.

"Retaining many original features, the entire development was home to the 2nd Regiment of the Cheshire Militia with the building being decommissioned and converted for residential use in the 1980's.

One of the two bedrooms. (Image - Holden & Prescott Macclesfield)

"Flat 5 is situated on the ground floor and offers a seamless blend of timeless features and modern living.

"This property is in an ideal location for those looking for close proximity to Macclesfield town centre and Macclesfield Railway Station and is the perfect opportunity to purchase a slice of Macclesfield's history.

The two-bedroom apartment is on the market for £225,000. (Image - Holden & Prescott Macclesfield)

"The property comprises an entrance hall shared with one other dwelling, an open-plan Lounge/ Dining Area, a Kitchen, Inner Hallway and Two Bedrooms, one of which incorporates an En-suite.

"The white suite comprises a walk-in cubicle with detachable shower over, a pedestal wash basin with mixer tap and a low suite W.C.

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"There is also a family bathroom and a utility/storage room. The flat has retained its attractive mullion windows with secondary glazing installed.

"To the front of Drummers Keep, there is a an allocated parking space for flat 5."

This bathroom incorporates exposed original walls of this historic building. (Image - Holden & Prescott Macclesfield)

All Hallows Catholic College is a nearby school, and the nearest place to eat is Jordan's Crompton Road Chippy. 

Macclesfield College and South Park are located a very short walk south of the property.

There is also a more contemporary looking bathroom. (Image - Holden & Prescott Macclesfield)

Park Lane News is the nearest corner shop.

The home, on the market for £225,000, is Council Tax Band C.

You can ring the estate agents on 01625 422244. (Image - Holden & Prescott Macclesfield)

Please note, there will be a additional charges for this leasehold property.

Ground rent is £200 a year.

You can email the estate agents via [email protected]. (Image - Holden & Prescott Macclesfield)

Finally, there is an annual service charge, which can be disclosed upon request.

To make an enquiry and to arrange a viewing about buying this Macclesfield flat, please click HERE.

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