luxury mill for sale Balledent, France

A 17th-century mill, with water rights, on two hectares of grounds including one kilometre of riverbanks, nestled within the Green Périgord region of Dordogne. At the end of a tarmacked lane that winds its way up a gentle slope and through a forest of chestnut trees, the hamlet includes the miller’s house, a barn and a stately mill typical of the 17th century, built on a granite rock from the Jurassic period, and once under the purview of the fiefdom of Jaubert de Nanthiat. The site’s unspoilt and beautiful natural environment, perched on the banks of the Isle River, provides opportunities to observe otters, herons and kingfishers from it many patios, while, once past the property’s entrance and at the end of a parking area, the mill's large water wheel, four metres in diameter, and its locks leave a lasting impression. As for the grounds, of approximately 2 hectares and planted with many trees, it runs alongside private riverbanks for more than a kilometre, while the mill, with its beaches of golden sand, acts like a balcony over the river. Lastly, a garage and a wooden shed, appearing on the land registry and used for storage and as a painter’s studio, respectively, could easily be converted for other purposes.

In the scenic Vienne region, in the centre of grounds crossed by a river, a traditional farmhouse with full French ownership rights and two guest houses. The property can be accessed via two entrances, the first providing direct access to the grounds and the second to the farmhouse via a courtyard, where a covered area has been created with space for two cars. A caretaker's cottage is located a few meters from the main entrance. The stone farmhouse has a flat-tiled roof. Its two facades are dotted with windows, some with French windows, which are echoes of each another. In the grounds, a first guest house can be accessed via the garden gate and by going past the front of the farmhouse, which is just a few metres away. Built of exposed stone with a tiled roof like the farmhouse, it faces the mill and a reservoir formed by the water from the millstream. The mill, set opposite these first two dwellings is the focal point of the whole complex. The mill's history can be traced back to the 17th century, when its dykes were built. Destroyed by a fire in 1790, it was rebuilt in 1800 and still has water rights to this day. Its drop height is around 1.8 m. It should be noted that all the dykes have been bricked up and raised to protect the buildings from possible winter flooding. Finally, a second guest house has been built on the first island and is linked to the shore by a small bridge and accessed by a stone staircase. Another bridge leads to a second, even larger island.

Barnes Propriétés et Châteaux offers for sale this attractive property south of Poitiers, comprising a 325 m² house, its outbuildings and nearly 8500 m² of land. It's located on the edge of a small village, 10 minutes from all amenities and 30 minutes from Poitiers (TGV train station and airport). The property is harmonious and intimate, and you'll appreciate its relaxing riverside setting. The house combines authenticity with modern comfort. First floor: entrance with staircase and large hall, kitchen, living room with fireplace opening onto the south-facing terrace, toilet, shower room, bedroom, room housing the water wheel, and boiler room. First floor: large living space, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, dressing room, large art studio, WC, A large attic completes the house. The outbuildings include : - courtyard - barns - bread oven - several small roofs The land, crossed by a millstream, extends over 8,000m² with a courtyard and garden planted with trees. This property would be ideal as a second or main residence. Detailed file on request. Energy class: E - Climate class: E / Estimated annual expenditure: €5,940 and €8070 (price reference year 2021). This property is presented by Jan Erik ALDERLIESTE “Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr ”

20 km south of Poitiers, in the Clain Valley, lies a former 19th-century watermill and its outbuilding, set on a property of over four hectares crisscrossed by several river branches that form small islands accessible by footbridges. The property extends eastward into a wooded area. The former mill, renovated for mixed residential and tourist accommodation, comprises three independent units totaling 485 m² of living space, which can be connected. The owners' residence, accessible on the ground floor from the courtyard, consists of an entrance hall overlooking the millrace, a large living room with a fireplace, a separate kitchen, and a large reception room. Upstairs, there is a master suite with a bathroom. The guest accommodation is located on the first floor of the building, accessible via an external staircase. It includes a living room, a separate kitchen, and a billiard room; on the upper floor, there are four bedrooms and three bathrooms. The property is in excellent condition, with tasteful decor and a focus on preserving the original features. At the far end of the lower part of the mill, there is a separate apartment, currently used as a gîte (holiday rental), comprising a kitchen/dining room on the ground floor and, upstairs, a living room, two bedrooms, and a shower room. From the garden side of the house, a path through beautiful landscaped grounds leads to a large heated swimming pool, surrounded by nature. On the courtyard side, a second building houses a spa, a barn for equipment, a workshop, and a dog kennel. The property is situated close to nature in a peaceful, green setting, 3 km from the nearest village with all amenities, schools, and public transport, Poitiers is 20 km away via the N10. The property could be used for a family project, possibly with a business component; the existing gîte and bed and breakfast business could also be maintained, generating an annual income of €35,000 to €45,000 over five months of operation. Bertrand GUENIOT +33671071839

86540 THURÉ - FORMER MILL REHABILITATED 5 MINUTES FROM CHÂTELLERAULT - ESTATE WITH 3.6 HECTARE PARK - RECEPTION HALL OF 254 M² - RESIDENTIAL HOUSE WITH A LIVING AREA OF 329 M² - 6 BEDROOMS & 6 BATHROOMS - TERRACES WITH SWIMMING POOL AND POOL HOUSE - BREAD OVEN CONVERTED INTO A WINTER LOUNGE - VARIOUS OUTBUILDINGS INCLUDING GARAGES - WELL AND STREAM. EffiCity, the online real estate agency, offers you in the town of Thuré, this former mill which was completely restored in the 2000s and is now an estate with a 3.6 hectare park. On this estate, you will find a residential house with a total surface area of 329 m² including 6 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms. There is also a reception hall of 254 m². Finally, outside, there are numerous terraces, a pool with a pool house, a bread oven converted into a winter lounge, and several outbuildings including garages. Regarding the house, it is composed as follows: On the ground floor (Part 1): - A kitchen (23.2 m²). - A boiler room (8 m²). - A living room (26.3 m²) with fireplace. - An entrance (10.5 m²). - A second living room (26 m²). - A hallway with staircase leading to the first floor. - Independent toilets. - An office (9.5 m²). - A first bedroom (28 m²) with private bathroom. On the ground floor (Part 2): - A professional kitchen (25.6 m²). - A corridor (15 m²) with access to the reception hall (254 m²). - A bathroom (3 m²). - Independent toilets. - A workshop/utility room (12.5 m²). - A laundry room (9 m²). On the 1st floor: - A corridor (21.3 m²) with a dressing area. - A second bedroom (11.6 m²) with private bathroom (3.4 m²). - A third bedroom (11.5 m²) with private bathroom (5.2 m²). - A fourth bedroom (11.2 m²) with private bathroom (4.3 m²). - A room to be converted (18.4 m²). - A fifth bedroom (49.3 m²) with mezzanine and private bathroom (13 m²). This is the MASTER BEDROOM. In the basement: - A reception room (37.2 m²). - A room (39 m²) converted into a bar. - A cellar (17 m²). Regarding the exterior of the property: - Several terraces. - Two garages. - A bread oven converted and heated for use as a winter lounge. - A 15 m * 7.5 m concrete swimming pool. - A jacuzzi. - A pool house with a bathroom and toilets. Additional information: - Heating: Air/Water heat pump and oil boiler. (Radiators for the house, underfloor heating for the reception hall). - Heating: Fireplace in the residential part. - Hot water: Thermodynamic water heater. - Joinery: Double glazing & Single glazing. - Sanitation: Septic tank. Ideally located in the town of Thuré. Must-see property. For more information, contact LOUIS-EUGÈNE Morgan at 06.86.75.14.38 or by email at [email protected].