A "BOND VILLAIN LAIR" that's been compared to a posh prison is on sale for £500,000.

Homeowners can splash the cash on the home with stainless steel public-loo toilets and submarine airlock doors.

Circular windows in the pad, in Low Fell, near Newcastle, Tyne and Wear, add to the home's nautical feel.

The four-bedroom house also has twin showers in the same cubicle which one online wag compared to a prison.

An online sales advert says the sleek modern house was previously a Co-Op store dating back to 1900.

There is a gym or cinema room featuring panel heaters and down lights to ceiling.

The "extremely individual" home is currently on the market through Rightmove for £500,000.

Would-be buyers are told: "The unique home boasts both a touch of luxury and privacy whilst keeping many original and industrial features from its heritage and past.

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"Formally the Co op stores dating back to 1900 and serving the local community for many years.

“Situated in a perfect location for those wanting to be on the doorstep of the hustle and bustle of a community with a good range of coffee shops, bars and restaurants often with outside space giving a very vibrant feel to the area.

“Low Fell boasts a good range of recreational facilities and is an extremely popular residential location.

"The property also benefits from a private roof terrace with spectacular far-reaching views and will be a fantastic space to relax with friends on long summer evenings.

“The accommodation boasts one internal garage and two double length detached garages and two parking bays."

The listing has been shared on Reddit and one person wrote: “The shower head is nice, no wait this is a prison shower set-up.

"Oh the toilets and bidet are prison aesthetic too. Hmmm, is this what posh prisons look like?

One person posted on a property page: “Bond villain starter lair.”

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