Le Moulin De Merault

FOR SALE - A restored XVth century water mill set in idyllic beauty in the Mayenne Loire Valley, near to Brittany and Normandy. The house is set in 11 acres of landscaped grounds, with a carp fishing lake of half an acre. The property offers complete tranquillity and seclusion, yet is situated only 2 miles from the bustling, medieval town of Gorron which has all cosmopolitan amenities.

This is the ideal location for family holidays. The peaceful grounds and surrounding countryside offer an idyllic romantic setting. Peaceful country lanes provide perfect biking excursions. The stunning vista of the property from across the lake offers enchanting landscape views for artists. Why travel 150 miles to Giverny to see Monet’s gardens?

The property existed as a water mill in 1415. The self contained accommodation is semi-detached to the proprietor’s premises. The fishing lake is constantly fed by a stream, and exits via a waterfall into a second smaller pool. At the rear of the cottage is an orchard and a woodland. You can relax in the gardens, barbecue the local food, drink the local red wine at only 50p per bottle and feed the ducks. Alternatively, you can saunter along traffic free leafy lanes and absorb the beautiful loire valley landscape. The land also includes half a mile of secluded river valley, with pastures and mature woodland.

Situated in the Loire Valley region close to Brittany and Normandy borders and the National Park. The west coast Atlantic beaches & Mont St Michel are 35 miles away. Eurodisney is approximately 3 hours to the east and Futurescope is 3 hours to the south, Le Mans is 50 miles to the south east.

The area surrounding the property is unspoilt, undulating open countryside, with a richness of beauty and historical interest, including a Roman town. 1797 French Revolution connections, castles, chateaux and World War II memorabilia.