luxury mills for sale Franche Comté, France

Mill established in title, 437 m² of heated living space, 17 rooms: luxury 5-star gîte with 14 beds. Wooded and water area of 1.16 ha, for sale in the Saint-Amour region, bordering Burgundy and Jura (71/39): 700 m² of total usable space; large living areas, independent private apartment; cellars; basements; 260 m² of technical or convertible spaces. Abundant valley of 1.16 ha: mill race, waterfall, wheel, river gorge… Maximum recent comfort, solar panels, rare energy performance certificate. Courtyard, parking, garage, bakery, unusual accommodation, 120 m² of terraces.Between the lush and hilly Burgundy to the west, with its vineyards, forests, and hills, and the rugged Jura to the east, with its vineyards, lakes, views, and castles... the site, surrounded by two gastronomies and ZNIEFF forests, is located less than 10 minutes from the charming village of Saint-Amour, home to a philosopher and historian, which has all kinds of shops, as well as a hub of road axes crossing several regions from east to west and from north to south. Over a string of about twenty mills visible on the Cassini map, the Moulin Sonate remains to this day the first downstream of the source of a mountain stream, initially tumultuous, in the hollow of a rocky gorge. Formerly, the Moulin Sonate, 'founded from time immemorial', had two superimposed wheels under a fall of about 5 meters, and two pairs of millstones for grinding grain; in the 19th century, it expanded to carve the beautiful marbled stone of the region. Listed in the Industrial Heritage of Jura, this large historical building marked the 20th century: the last flour mill in the municipality, it continued to grind grain until 1954. These two pairs of millstones, with three roller mills, allowed a throughput of 500 quintals of wheat per day in 1934. The axis of the first wheel can still be seen, and the second wheel, below, on the south side of the mill. The rosy stones that remain visible on its facades, rot-proof, illuminate it from morning to evening in its private valley of over one hectare surrounded by woods, between the rocks where the tumultuous water sounds, not far from the hiking paths of the Petites Montagnes du Jura. A few kilometers from the charming historic town of Saint-Amour, the site, free of nuisances and neighbors, seems secluded from the world, in the land of 'reculées'. The stream descending the hill and crossing the property flows, singing, under the small stone bridges, amidst dense tree species of great variety.The mill made of local marbled pink and white stone, with 5-star facilities; interiors separated between east and west by a stone partition wall: • 100 m² cellar, and 65 m² technical rooms (former machine room at level 0): * axis of the old wheel; * laundry room; * boiler room (heat pump system, and solar panels…). Interior and exterior access to * the old henhouse 12 m² allowing for the arrangement of an additional independent room or gîte. Open onto the courtyard: * bakery and its functioning oven.East-facing residence, made of rare materials (levels 2, 3, and 4): * reception; * fitted and equipped kitchen 30 m² (fireplace, door to south terrace at the bief level on sunny courtyards); * double living room 60 m² that combines modernity and respect for the character of the place: monumental fireplace with insert heating the cathedral living area and its vast three-sided mezzanine (home cinema, level 3); * miller’s ladder to independent private bedroom (level 4). * Private duplex (levels 3 and 4): living room with office space; bathroom; attic bedroom.West-facing residence (view of the river), quality materials and 5-star comfort (level 2, imagination and surprise); hallway serving: * west suite 40 m² (4 beds): spacious central living area (convertible sofa), and double bedroom orientation; Italian shower, separate toilets. * laundry room; * toilets. Access to cellar and technical room. West-facing residence (view of the river), 5-star quality materials and comfort required: gîte 2023 (levels 3 and 4, styles overflowing imagination); from the independent door of the south terrace: * shower room and toilets for the external unusual accommodation; * west living room 50 m² (decorated with one of the millstones and a grain sieve); * 40 m² living room: relaxation area, dining area, fully fitted and equipped kitchen; * gîtes 2 (4 beds) and 3 (6 beds); each: living room, shower room, separate toilets, and attic bedroom.• Facilities and work: Work and materials from 2020 to 2024 (RT 2012). Roof revised and treated, zinc works replaced; compliant electricity, plumbing, sanitary facilities, 23 double-glazed PVC frames (and special acoustic ones); 16 kW heat pump + hot water production (thermo 300 l + thermo 350 l + 3 buffer tanks in relay ensuring rapid supply of hot water). No asbestos or lead. Exceptional energy performance certificate. Insulation: interior lime on plasterboard in front of wood wool. Solar panels 2019, 9 kW in self-consumption: * 08 2024 gain of €900; * 08 2025 gain of €700. Wastewater treatment: compact 15 EH treatment station compliant. Internet: Download speed in Mbit/s = 85; Transfer in Mbit/s = 18. Property tax about €1600. Numerous additional photos.Dependencies: • 50 m² garage at ground level: * ground floor for garages, workshop…; * converted attic for storage. • Part of the old barn converted into a covered terrace; • Unusual accommodation.The land: plunging into the atmosphere of the long valley of 1ha 16 a 79 ca, protected by tall colorful trees, where only the sounds of the tumultuous water and birds break a peaceful silence, one feels far from all nuisances and human activity. Not far to the east, many viewpoints of the Petites Montagnes du Jura, forests with steep paths and GR, the Lakes and ski resorts… to the west, the Bresse and its gentle landscapes with historic villages (abbeys, Roman art…).Ideal resting place between several tourist regions, the Moulin Sonate, in a privileged setting, is located: • 10 min from all shops in the historic village of Saint-Amour and neighboring villages • 30 min north of Bourg-en-Bresse; A39 north-south (Dijon-Besançon / Lyon), A40 east-west (Mâcon / Geneva) • 30 min south of Lons-le-Saunier • 25 min from Louhans • 1h40 from Geneva (including highways) or 2h40 (small roads crossing the Jura).Risk information for this property is available on the Georisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

RENOVATED 18TH-CENTURY MILL, IN RIOZ On the outskirts of the small town of Rioz, set back from the centre in a preserved setting, this 18th-century mill is nestled within a landscape shaped by water and light. The living area rises above the inlet channel and the axis of the old wheel, now encased in glass, whilst the colourful spaces flow seamlessly across three levels. Outside, the grounds, traversed by the river, naturally extend this sensitive relationship with the local landscape. AN INTERIOR INSPIRED BY THE MILL'S HISTORY In Rioz, this mill, restored between 2013 and 2023, finds its balance in an environment shaped by the movement of water. The river runs alongside the property, crosses it and immediately reveals its structure, like a defining line around which the whole complex is organised. The ground floor accommodates the essential functions with precision, including the garage, laundry room, boiler room and technical areas, as well as the mill machinery directly connected to the supply canal, which has now been brought up to standard. The water rights, legally established, anchor the site in a rare continuity, hinting at the possibility of setting the wheel in motion once more. Upon entering, the spaciousness of the hall invites a moment of respite. A room now dedicated to sport fits discreetly within this space, whilst a staircase with a bold design leads naturally to the upper floors. A MODULAR INTERIOR FOR EVERYONE On the main floor, the layout is clearly organised around a central mezzanine. The living areas are situated on one side, open and airy, whilst the sleeping quarters are on the other, in a more intimate atmosphere. The living area, spanning over eighty square metres, forms a fluid sequence linking the kitchen, dining room, lounge and office space. The three-sided fireplace forms its heart, radiating a warm presence that extends out onto the south-facing terrace. Below, the axis of the old wheel, preserved under glass, imbues daily life with a unique depth, bridging memory and contemporary use. Three bedrooms are situated on this level, in the sleeping area, accompanied by a dressing room, a bathroom and a toilet, in a balanced layout. The top floor, fitted out in 2022, extends this concept with two additional bedrooms and their en-suite bathroom, offering a layout suited to multiple uses. Family, guests or plans to host visitors find a natural place here, in a house designed to evolve with its occupants. BETWEEN LANDSCAPE AND FUNCTION The 5,848 m² plot unfolds around the mill in a composition where nature becomes an integral part of the living experience. The river runs through the property, flows towards a pond and shapes ever-changing views. Light accompanies every moment of the day, revealing in turn the materials, reflections and lines of the building. In keeping with this, the outdoor spaces extend the home's functionality. The steel-trough roof accommodates 240 m² of photovoltaic panels, whose output forms part of daily life whilst generating a significant annual income from the resale of electricity. Thermal comfort is provided by an Atlantic air-to-water heat pump, supplemented by reversible air conditioning on the top floor. In the immediate vicinity, Rioz offers a comprehensive living environment with shops, schools from nursery to secondary level, a medical centre and a leisure park; whilst Besançon, its TGV station and Vesoul remain accessible in under twenty-five minutes, placing the property in a location that is as practical as it is inspiring. AGENCY'S OPINION This mill asserts a unique identity, enhanced by the constant presence of water and a renovation carried out with consistency. The axis of the wheel visible beneath the living area, the layout across several levels and the five bedrooms open the way to varied uses, in tune with different lifestyles. The technical choices?from the water rights to the energy systems and recent upgrades?contribute to a well-managed whole, the quality of which is reflected in particularly low day-to-day running costs. Figures available. See you soon at the MOULIN de RAPIGNEY...