Take a look inside this stunning penthouse with the best views in Newcastle

It's a swish open plan apartment which boasts arguably the best views across Newcastle.

The asking price for the duplex penthouse, located at 55 Degrees North in Pilgrim Street, is offers over £550,000. For many the views it offers are priceless.

From the balcony outside and the rooms within, some of the best known landmarks across Tyneside are clear to see. The Tyne Bridge, the Tyne itself, the BALTIC, the Sage Gateshead, the Millennium Bridge and even the Quayside, you could probably sell tickets.

The property is being marketed by Hive Estates and as well as a front row seat to look at Newcastle and Gateshead's best known landmarks, it features an extensive open-plan living space and private balcony.

Split across two levels, a staircase leads to the upper floor from the private entrance hallway and opens out into a generous open-plan living space, complete with modern fitted kitchen, dining, living and study areas.

The front aspect windows are floor to ceiling, flooding the space with natural light, and open out onto the private balcony with spectacular views across the Quayside and over the river to the many iconic landmarks.

The three double bedrooms can be found on the lower floor, each with large windows and the master with en-suite and built-in wardrobes. There is a second tiled bathroom off the hallway which features a shower over bath and built-in vanity unit.

With gas central heating and double glazing throughout, the property benefits from a concierge service, secure intercom entry system and private underground parking.

The 55 Degrees North building gets its name from Newcastle's line of latitude. Fornmerly known as Swan House, it was built in the 1960s and is a landmark in itself.