Former Mill, Light Dwelling and Outbuildings - la Primaube

Property Description

Ref. 12008378552 Located in the heart of a valley, in a peaceful and secluded setting, this former 15th-century mill boasts water rights and a millrace on the river. Now renovated into a 200 sq m (2,153 sq ft) house, it includes a nearby cottage suitable for use as a gîte (holiday rental), three barns with potential for conversion, and an outbuilding with a bread oven. The property also features 4 hectares (2.2 acres) of meadowland bordering the river and 18 hectares (40.5 acres) of woodland composed of various tree species such as oak, beech, poplar, Douglas fir, American oak, pine, and spruce.

3 km (2.5 miles) from the school, 12 km (4.5 miles) from all shops and services, 22 km (8.5 miles) from Rodez city center, 23 km (9.5 miles) from Lake Pareloup, and 58 km (25.5 miles) from the A75 motorway.

The old mill welcomes you with its entrance hall, to the left of which is the large living/dining room of over 65 m², with another access to the outside through its French doors. In the center sits a wood-burning insert resting on the old millstone. In the middle of the beautiful traditional parquet flooring is a tempered glass window offering a lovely view of an archway and the river. At night, spotlights will enchant this vista and dazzle your guests. The gentle lapping of the water will lull and soothe you. From the sofa, a second view unfolds through the arched stone opening, offering a panorama of the river stretching its length. At the far end of this room is a shower room with a toilet. Given the size of the room, some might envision creating a ground-floor master bedroom.

To the right of the entrance, the dining room with its brand-new, fully equipped open-plan kitchen offers ample storage, and its large central island provides a perfect spot for meals. Cooking enthusiasts will be delighted by the induction hob with its extractor hood, multiple ovens, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, and other appliances. Adjoining this is a superb cellar/pantry, carved directly into the rock face, ideal for storing provisions and aging wines. Returning to the entrance hall, you can take the staircase to the upper floor. A landing in the middle of the landing leads to a shaded country terrace overlooking the stream and offering beautiful views of the surrounding countryside.

Upstairs, there are four spacious bedrooms, one of which could be divided into two.

A room of over 20 m² can be used as a playroom, relaxation room, gym, dormitory, office, etc. Adjoining it is a space that could serve as a dressing room, storage room, additional bedroom, shower room, or other use. A bathroom and a separate toilet complete this level.

Outside, in front of the entrance, is a courtyard bordered by two barns, and opposite, another stone building housing a fantastic, working bread oven. Here, you can enjoy meals around wood-fired pizzas, set up games such as foosball or ping-pong.
The barns offer space for DIY projects, firewood storage, and shelter for your vehicles: car, tractor, quad bike, campervan, boat, etc. If you have more ambitious plans, you could convert them into gîtes or bed and breakfast accommodation.
Nearby, there is comfortable accommodation with a living room and equipped kitchen, a bedroom, and a shower room with toilet. At the front, a large covered terrace features a more intimate mezzanine level centered around a fire pit. From this outdoor space, you can enjoy a beautiful view of the surrounding nature and the river, perfect for a relaxing getaway.

At the rear, a third barn offers potential for another wellness and relaxation project, or perhaps an artist's studio – water and electricity connections have already been installed!
Along the river, various areas have been created: a play area, a vegetable garden, and a relaxation area where you can set up sun loungers and hang a hammock under a weeping willow. Further along, you'll find a small island offering a view of the cascading river.

One last detail: in 2021, a study was conducted to install a hydroelectric power plant. A quote indicates an installation cost of approximately €62,000 excluding VAT, with an annual return of around €10,600 excluding VAT from electricity resale. The investment would be recouped in 5 to 6 years! The average annual flow rate, analyzed over the last 92 years, is approximately 9.63 m³/second. The water rights are duly registered and recorded on the mill's title deed!

In short, as you can see, this place will delight and enchant you. Your imagination will run wild and your creativity will soar as you create your own warm haven of peace, around which several projects can develop, or simply enjoy this tranquil place with your family and spend many happy days here!

Technical aspects: Stone construction, oak frames, poplar and chestnut roof boards, slate and flagstone roofs (the house's roof dates from 2012), fiberglass insulation, electricity