Residences
Beach house with its mill
on an island
in the Vendée
Location
Direct beach access. 460 km (288 miles) from Paris, 75 km (47 miles) from Nantes Atlantique international airport with its London and Paris links.
Description
Set on a small hill with an unobstructed 180° view over the ocean, the property is protected from the turbulent tides whilst having direct access to one of the most beautiful beaches in the French department of Vendée.
The main house is extended by a series of buildings adjoining one another with a mill at the end. The guest house, stylishly built by the owner, includes a games room and a summer kitchen; it is in the vicinity of the swimming pool and the terrace for open-air meals. The entire property is protected by the natural coastline which cannot be built on.
Built in the 19th century by a rich family of millers from Nantes, the mill was part of a large estate. The property was recently renovated by its current owners who have cleverly added some extensions. The renovation and new construction works were carried out by a well-known architect.
A fig tree of impressive proportions which has produced its wonderful violet figs for more than a century stands near to the entrance ready to greet visitors. There is a choice of direction from the entrance hall, right for the lounge, straight on for the dining room and left for the kitchen with a second dining room. The main lounge features a whitened, exposed roofing framework and a Louis XV fireplace at one end of this large room. Picture windows open on to the ocean to the west and on to the countryside to the east. The small lounge leads into the small lounge of the mill tower. A robust stairway leads to two round bedrooms with views at all four compass points. An underground passageway has been created in order to compensate for the difference in levels of the rooms to the north. This passageway is designed as in a boat with mahogany-lined walls, copper lamps and a domed glass ceiling. At the end of the house, the master bedroom overlooks a private garden on a slightly lower level, carefully designed such that it can be admired from the bed.
A short way across the garden, the guest house has been built by the owner in perfect harmony with the mill. It includes two bedrooms, each with their own shower room, a games room in the middle and a summer kitchen for outdoor meals. The terrace and heated swimming pool are nearby.
Our opinion
This property is perfect for those who want to take advantage of life by the sea with the possibility of having a boat and going fishing right next to the house without having to carry out any works. The stylish renovation works mean that the new owners will simply have to unpack their bags and settle in before being able to appreciate the pleasures of the setting and the house.
Being the last house before the ocean, the land protected by the ONF, French National Forest Bureau, prevents any neighbouring constructions. The long clean beach and nature reserve that border it stretch for several miles, enabling long walks, swimming and fishing. A port, 10 minutes walk to the north is yet another asset on the list of qualities for this luxury beach house. It has everything to please the newcomers without any disadvantages. A house genuinely ready for immediate possession.
Price: Contact us
Our fees are included in the stated sale price.
Reference 2793HL
| Land registry surface area | 3200 m² / 34 445 sq ft And 3314 m² + 17 m² for rent |
| Main building surface area | 421 m² / 4532 sq ft |
| Outbuilding surface area | 108 m² / 1162 sq ft |
Regional representative
Henry Lewis +33 (0)6 98 29 14 57
NB: The above information is not only the result of our visit to the property; it is also based on information provided by the current owner. It is by no means comprehensive or strictly accurate especially where surface areas and construction dates are concerned. We cannot, therefore, be held liable for any misrepresentation.
