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Location: France - Languedoc-Roussillon - Herault
GTF11442: Property in France for sale: Restored watermill with 8 bedrooms in Herault, Languedoc-Roussillon, suitable for B&B or gites.-  €1998000 - (£ 1611030 app.)
Superb water mill from the 17/18th century 480m²/5165ft², sheep barn, pool, 1.1ha/2.8 acres, peaceful.



This lovely stone mill from the 17/18th century has been entirely renovated. It is located in Languedoc Roussillon, 2km from a village with all amenities, 30mn from a city, 45mn from the Mediterranean and 1h from an international airport. The property is south facing, bordered by a small river with water flowing on the rocks all year round and by a tiny stream and vineyards on the other side. The renovation has been made progressively in the past 12 years with quality materials and taste, preserving charm and genuineness. All around there are exposed stones and beams, white rendered walls, stone and terracotta floors or parquet floors or carpeting in the bedrooms. The general feeling is of brightness, luxury, taste and spaciousness. Each level features superb terraces opening on the green surroundings while listening to the murmur of the river and stream down below. The pool is protected by a small courtyard on the southern side. The access lane bordered by high plane trees leads to an unforgettable sight when discovering the water mill.



Description of the building

The L shaped mill offers about 480m²/5165ft² living area on 4 levels.

First level: main lounge 80m²/865ft² with dining room and fireplace, this superb room is opened on 2 levels and a very large 100m²/1080ft² terrace (boulodrome) nearby the river, open equipped kitchen 13m²/140ft², shower room & WC 4m²/43ft², corridor 10m²/108ft² with access to the pool and the southern terrace, utility room with linen room 20m²/217ft², boiler room 8m²/86ft², lovely vaulted cellar 36m²/390ft².

Second level: vast hall 40m²/430ft² leading to a terrace 20m²/217ft², kitchen 10m²/108ft², dining room 14m²/151ft² with fireplace, corridor 10m²/108ft², WC & washbasin, mezzanine/library 18m²/193ft² opening on the main lounge down below.

Third level: workshop/lounge 55m²590ft² open up to the roof, ensuite master bedroom 42m²/450ft² with shower room & WC 5m²/53ft², bathroom & WC 10m²/108ft², study 17m²/183ft², bedroom/study 18m²/193ft², bedroom & shower room & WC 18m²/193ft², corridor 15m²/160ft².

Fourth level: ensuite bedroom with fireplace, bathroom & WC 42m²/445ft², bedroom 15m²/161ft², bedroom 10m²/108ft², shower room & WC 4m²/43ft², corridor 7m²/75ft², bedroom 18m²/193ft².



A stone sheep barn, still to renovate, features about 300m²/3200ft² to convert on 2 stories with a potential for a commercial activity.

Machinery room for the pool and tool shed

Courtyard with heated (to be repaired) infinity pool 10m/35’ x 3.6m/12’, towards the river, surrounded by a tiled beach.

Numerous terraces offering shade or sun according to the hour of the day and the season.

Large parking space.



Grounds

The 11560m²/2.86 acres plot follows the river and represents twice the size of the main building footprint. There are numerous bi- and tercentennial trees, a lovely plane trees bordered access lane, a small « jardin à la française » as well as a lawn on the southern side with an orchard close to the river. There are stone benches in the river inviting for picnics and romantic sunbathes near a 17th century stone bridge belonging to the property.

The main building features water well and the water of the river feeds the automatic sprinkling system. After repairs, the sheep barn could be fed by town water.



General condition

The mill has been entirely renovated in the last 12 years and is therefore in perfect condition. All the chose materials are hi-quality. The roofs are in good condition and revised yearly. Underfloor oil fired heating system in the lounge and radiators elsewhere. Wooden double glazed joinery with wooden shutters.



Comments

This stone property is truly beautiful and located in an idyllic environment. The Mill has preserved all its cachet and genuineness through the renovation which is greatly appreciated. The bordering river and vineyards offer relaxing walks and wandering. The property has no neighbours in sight while not being totally isolated. The quality of the restoration is perfect and the hi-quality materials employed confer genuineness and charm with all modern comforts.





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