DOLMAYRAC – CHARACTER WATER MILL IN LOT-ET-GARONNE – 18TH CENTURY, WATER, NATURE AND PERMACULTURE POTENTIAL – 1.4465 hectares of wooded land – Lot & Garonne (47)

CHARACTER WATER MILL IN LOT-ET-GARONNE – 18TH CENTURY, WATER, NATURE AND PERMACULTURE POTENTIAL A rare property for those dreaming of space, nature, abundant water resources and a lifestyle centred around permaculture, agroforestry and greater self-sufficiency. This character property has returned to the market for a reason entirely unrelated to its intrinsic qualities. A new opportunity to discover an authentic historic property offering particularly interesting potential for an ecological or agricultural project. Located in Dolmayrac, in the heart of the Lot-et-Garonne countryside, this former 18th-century stone water mill has its oldest sections dating back to 1782. The property offers more than 300 sqm of living space within a large, wooded and unspoilt estate. Here, the history of the building blends naturally with its surroundings, with one increasingly valuable asset: an exceptional presence of water. AN IDEAL ENVIRONMENT FOR PERMACULTURE AND AGROFORESTRY This is undoubtedly one of the property's major assets. The estate benefits from several water resources: a stream running alongside the property for almost 150 metres a fish-filled pond with water lilies and lotus a well supplied by an independent groundwater source three natural springs located on the estate. The land has never been chemically treated, providing an especially interesting setting for developing an environmentally responsible and sustainable project. A permaculture vegetable garden, orchard, companion planting, agroforestry, ecological market gardening, small-scale livestock, food production or a move towards greater food self-sufficiency: there are numerous possibilities for anyone wishing to develop a genuine lifestyle project centred around the land and nature. The combination of land, woodland, several water resources, a greenhouse and a chicken coop provides an excellent foundation for this type of project. MORE THAN 300 SQM OF LIVING SPACE AND THE CHARM OF A HISTORIC PROPERTY From the moment you enter, the mill reveals its authentic character and generous proportions. On the ground floor: an impressive 75 sqm living room with a large period fireplace a spacious family kitchen, also featuring a fireplace a shower room a covered adjoining area providing access to the laundry room and boiler room. Upstairs: five bedrooms a dressing room a second shower room a beautiful 40 sqm winter lounge, providing a warm and peaceful living space with a different atmosphere throughout the seasons. OUTDOOR SPACES IN HARMONY WITH THE SURROUNDINGS The property also includes: a large covered outdoor area overlooking the surrounding countryside a 6 x 12 metre swimming pool, with the liner requiring replacement several small outbuildings a garden shed a greenhouse a chicken coop. These spaces offer considerable scope for adaptation and development according to the future owners' plans. COUNTRYSIDE LIVING WITHOUT GIVING UP CONVENIENCE The estate offers genuine peace and a rural lifestyle while remaining within easy reach of everyday amenities: schools, shops and services less than 10 minutes away Agen and Villeneuve-sur-Lot nearby Bordeaux, Arcachon Bay and the Atlantic Ocean within less than two hours. A PLACE TO CREATE A DIFFERENT WAY OF LIFE Beyond its potential as a spacious family home, this former mill lends itself to a wide variety of projects: characterful primary or secondary residence permaculture and food self-sufficiency agroforestry and diversified crops ecological market gardening holiday cottages or guest rooms ecotourism and sustainable tourism wellness retreats or nature-based courses agricultural or environmental projects. A distinctive property that will appeal both to lovers of historic stone buildings and to those wishing to create a lifestyle closer to the land, nature and natural resources. Renovation work is required and has already been taken into account in the property's pricing. Energy audit carried out in September 2023. Quotations for works available upon request. A unique property with a strong identity, where water, stone and nature provide the foundations for a new project. For the complete property file or to arrange a viewing: Carmen De Waal – E.I. Sextant France International Tel. +33 6 09 51 49 21 Further information: carmen-dewaal.sextantfrance.fr