Property Description
Historical French Flour Mill Property
Overview:
Discover a rare opportunity to own a piece of French history with this former flour mill, dating back to the 14th and 16th centuries. Nestled on over 2 hectares of land complete with a serene lake, this property boasts a main house, an annexe, and several outbuildings that offer potential for further development.
Key Features:
Historical Significance: Originally a flour mill, later converted for electricity production.
Authentic Workshop: Retains some original tools, preserving its historical essence.
Prime Location: Located near the border of Normandy and the Loire Valley in the Mayenne department.
Charming Surroundings: Close to the picturesque town of Lassay-les-Châteaux, renowned for its medieval fortress and photogenic scenery, and near the thermal spa town of Bagnoles-de-l'Orne.
Property Details:
Main House:
Ground Floor:
Entrance Lobby: Accessed via external steps, featuring a half-glazed door.
Cloakroom: Includes a window, WC, and radiator.
Kitchen/Dining Room (6.31 x 3.46m): Tiled flooring, woodburner, and a range of matching base and wall units.
First Floor:
Bedroom 2 (6.46 x 5.56m): Wood flooring, 2 Velux windows to the front, a window to the north, and 3 Velux windows to the rear.
Bedroom 3 (6.39 x 3.37m): Accessible from the lounge, featuring a part-glazed door and multiple Velux windows.
Annexe:
Basement:
Heating System: Powered by solar panels, serving 3 radiators and under-floor heating. Includes space and plumbing for a washing machine, and a glazed door and window to the east elevation.
Ground Floor:
Fitted Kitchen (4.60 x 2.95m): Wood flooring, multiple windows, partly glazed door, built-in fridge, gas hob, built-in oven, and granite worktops.
Shower Room: Sloping ceiling, Velux window, large shower, vanity unit, and upright radiator.
Additional Structures:
Attached Garage (4.11 x 4.11m): Earth floor with steps to the rear garden.
Stable (4.60 x 3.81m): Concrete floor with two doors to the front elevation.
Stone Mill Outbuilding (11.28 x 6.28m): Includes a rolling mill for animal feed and a full loft overhead.
Barn (6.42 x 4.32m): Suitable for conversion, featuring a bread oven.
Garage/Workshop (9.65 x 5.35m): Insulated, with an electric shutter door, suitable for a motor home.
Additional Outbuildings: Two detached structures near the lake.
Services and Utilities:
Mains Water and Electricity: Connected.
Fibre Optic Broadband: Available.
Drainage: All-water septic tank.
Heating: Solar powered heating for the gite which is to also service the two further properties. Two woodburners and an electric hot water cylinder.
Windows: Double glazed.
This exceptional property is ideally positioned near the Normandy and Loire Valley border, offering easy access to a range of cultural and recreational amenities. The nearby town of Lassay-les-Châteaux features a medieval fortress, scenic ponds, and a weekly market. The thermal spa town of Bagnoles-de-l'Orne and the UNESCO heritage site of Mont-Saint-Michel are also within reach. The property is well-connected, with Laval's mainline train station 56 km away, providing direct access to Paris, and ferry ports at Caen Ouistreham and Cherbourg.
Viewing Highly Recommended
This unique property, with its rich history and development potential, is a rare find in a tranquil and picturesque location. For further details and to arrange a viewing, please contact us.
(5.85 % fees incl. VAT at the buyer's expense.)