When we arrived in the region, we were charmed by the property's exceptional natural surroundings and the river. It was love at first sight - somewhere away from prying eyes, far from the hustle and bustle of the city and pollution.
The stone mill was built in 1852-1853 and was later extended. We completely renovated the two buildings to rearrange and enlarge the rooms. We kept the thick walls, which ensure a pleasant cool interior in the summer. The windows in the living room have been enlarged to let in more light and provide a breath-taking view of nature. The property is ideally situated along a first category classified river and even has its own bridge dating back to the early 19th century. What's more, it is set on 14 hectares of land, guaranteeing total privacy, with no direct neighbours.
The Moulin de la Moutte was built around 1853 by Claude Robert, who came from Escragnolles. Built on land bordering the River Siagne, it was used to produce flour and for fulling cloth. On his return from the island of Elba, Napoleon took the chemin de la Siagne in Saint-Vallier-de-Thiey, rather than the road now known as the Route Napoléon (RN 85). In 1815, because of the poor state of the road, Napoleon was forced to abandon his cannons and carriages in Grasse, continue his journey on horseback and have his equipment transported on mules. In 1817, the Royal Road between Antibes and Sisteron was a vital route for the commodities trade. At the time, the mountains were a source of wheat supply to the coastal towns and the surrounding plain. They also supplied meat, sheep's wool and mules, which were renowned for their hardiness.
A breath of fresh air in the middle of nature. Sheltered from prying eyes, nestling in a protected 14-hectare estate on the heights of Saint-Vallier-de-Thiey, this little gem made up of a 300 m2 former mill and a 170 m2 annex is an invitation to enjoy a gentle way of life in a natural environment without compromising on comfort. The sound of the spring-fed river calls on you to recharge your batteries, far away from the hustle and bustle of the city. It is a break in harmony with nature for couples, families or friends.
Saint-Vallier-de-Thiey, a stopover on the Route Napoléon à Cheval, is home to the Stèle equestrian centre. You can hike from Saint-Vallier to Escragnolles. Another suggestion is to walk to the top of the Montagne de Thiey via the canals and the Nans forest, which is one of the most beautiful lookouts in the Grasse region. You will have views over the Côte d'Azur, the Var and the Mercantour to the north. There are markets every Friday and Sunday throughout the year. Sunday at the Grand Pré from 8 am to 6 pm and Friday from 8 am to 1 pm at Place Saint Roc. For local products: "La ruche qui dit oui" and "Le potager de Thiey". "Les cochons de la Côte d'Azur" (organic) in Saint-Cézaire-sur-Siagne and "Benso organic olive oil" in Saint-Vallier-de-Thiey.
The 300 m2 Moulin can accommodate seven people. The ground floor consists of a spacious living room with a fireplace that opens onto a study, a large open-plan kitchen leading onto the dining room, a utility room and a toilet. On either side of the living room, a staircase leads to the first floor bedrooms. The one on the left leads to a master bedroom with an en suite shower room and a bedroom designed for a child and a separate toilet. The staircase on the right leads to the other two bedrooms, which have separate bathrooms including toilets. The mill boasts a spacious terrace with a combination of wood and stone surfaces which are adjacent to the river. The 170 m2 single-storey annex is made up of a spacious, light-filled living room with a fireplace, separate kitchen, two bedrooms, a shower room and a separate toilet. It can accommodate up to four people. A small terrace adjoining the river closes off this living area. Both homes have direct, private access and three parking spaces.
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