Luxury mills for sale Villefranche-de-Rouergue, France

The water mill and its outbuildings, which date back to 1850, are set in a private corner of paradise on the border of the Tarn and Aveyron departments in the Southwest of France and have been tastefully restored between 2010 and 2020. As you step through the electric gate and over the stone bridge you enter a realm of calm where you will hear nothing but the trickle of the river that attracts deer, otters and even kingfishers. The mill mechanisms have been restored, allowing you to produce flour and walnut oil or simply to marvel at the ingenuity of the builders of that time. Lovers of nature and French countryside heritage will find everything they are looking for and more! There are approx. 425 m2 of living space on this property, consisting of a roomy and light main house with original stone sink, a large fireplace, an equipped kitchen open to the dining area, 2 living rooms, a library/office, a reception area with the functioning millstones and a 1st bedroom on the ground floor. You’ll find 2 other ensuite bedrooms on the first floor. The original miller's house has been transformed into an independent guest house with shower room and kitchen/living room opening onto a large balcony and can comfortably accommodate 2-4 people. The property is sold fully furnished and equipped, and ready to move into. The 13m x 6m heated swimming pool is enhanced by a pool house with an equipped kitchen, large, covered terrace and barbeque as well as a guest bedroom and shower room. There are several cellars and outbuildings: for storing wine, keeping garden tools, or to make into your workshop... All around are large and smaller terraces from which you can enjoy spectacular views of the waterways, including the 10m high waterfall! In addition to all of this you’ll find many types of fruit trees, a vegetable garden, and a wide variety of plants, most of them on a spring fed automatic watering system. The main house has underfloor central heating for the ground floor and radiators upstairs, there is a wood burning stove which heats the guest house. much of the water utilised in the pool and the garden comes from filtered springs. It would be possible to add a third turbine to produce one’s own electricity. The mill is located in a fairly wide valley with lots of sunlight Because the mill is built on the inside of the river bend and sits 2 stories above the water, even the fiercest of storms have left it safe and dry for nearly 2 centuries. A magical and authentic place to share with friends and family or to receive paying guests! Viewings starting from 10 May 2024

Charming 17th-Century Chateau, meticulously restored with a blend of history and contemporary luxury - a superb family home (current owners run a business from here). This 11 bedroom chateau has been recently renovated to an extremely high standard giving a contemporary feel inside whilst retaining the charm and preserving the history of the building which dates back in part to the 12th Century. 11 bedrooms, 9 bathrooms, light and spacious kitchen-dining room, living room with cosy fire place and a large games room. Spa facilities: massage room, jacuzzi, sauna and a 12m x 4m indoor heated swimming pool. Scenic Surroundings: 7 hectares of land, including woodlands and prairies. Lagoon with a beach area. Stream and well add to the picturesque setting. Modern Comforts: Pellet central heating and double glazing. Thermodynamic water heater Outdoor: Stone barn, garage-workshop, stables and paddocks Timeless Appeal: Thoughtfully designed for a seamless indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Ideally located you are 5 minutes from LAUZERTE, a bastide with all amenities, 15 minutes from Moissac train station, 20 km from the motorway and 87 km from Toulouse international airport. This timeless chateau comes highly recommended for those seeking a unique and captivating retreat. Price including agency fees : 999.000 € Price excluding agency fees : 951.429 € Buyer commission included: 5 %

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A 19-hectare lake, an inn with sweeping views, and an old watermill, nestled in countryside between Limoges and Brive-la-Gaillarde. From above, the property stands out for its lake, size and preserved natural environment. A dyke hides the watermill, which stands just below the secondary road that runs past it. The watermill is nestled beside an old ironmaster’s house. The dyke separates the watermill from the vast lake. On the other side of the road, opposite the old ironmaster’s house, there is a traditional stone house that was built at the start of the 20th century in the local Périgord style. It is crowned with a roof of flat tiles. This stone house has been turned into a charming inn with a tree-dotted garden. It is still used as an inn and its commercial lease ends in March 2027. The 19-hectare lake, supplied with water from a river, appears on the Cassini Map – the first detailed map of the entire kingdom of France, produced in the 18th century. The lake stretches from north to south and has kept its original shape. When the ironwork activities here came to an end in the 1960s, a dam was built, creating a reservoir of around 600,000m³. This reservoir was initially used to supply water for the watermill, which lies downstream from the dam. The lake is known as an excellent spot for waterskiing. In fact, its is so famous for this sport that global waterskiing championships have been held here. A waterskiing clubhouse, open during summer months, and different facilities dedicated to waterskiing complete the property. The whole property covers 24 hectares and includes water, buildings and lakeside banks.