luxury listed mill for sale Poitou Charentes, France

For sale, a 17th-century mill listed as a historic monument (ISMH), measuring approximately 1,329 m², partially restored, set on 1.29 hectares of wooded land. This mill is located in Charente, on the outskirts of Angoulême. The 17th-century paper mill. This 17th-century paper mill, listed as a historic monument, is located in the countryside, offering a peaceful setting away from any disturbances. The property consists of the mill with a workshop converted into a drying room. The eastern part has been extended to include a mansion. This historic mill has a surface area of 512 m² per floor. The main building has two floors, offering a total surface area of approximately 1,024 m². The mansion measures approximately 176 m² and is built on top of a 170 m² cellar. The framework has been renovated, but the roof needs refreshing. An old bread oven in need of renovation is located in the annex. This 17th-century residence offers you authentic features. History and architecture. In the 16th century, the Charente region was chosen for the establishment of paper mills due to the quality of its rivers. This paper mill was built in 1539. It was rebuilt in its current form in 1635. In the 17th century, Angoulême paper was a benchmark for writing and printing. In the 17th century, the main customers of this paper mill were in England, Germany, Sweden and the United Provinces. The Verget mill continues to this day to produce handmade paper for luxury editions. The inscription. This mill has been listed as a Historic Monument since 1991. This protection helps to preserve the mill with its workshop, as well as the owner's residence, the sluice gates, the hydraulic system and the bridge.