Old water mill is now a holiday home in France

When the mill was built, was part of the Limousin, France, controlled by British troops. The mill was built around 1276, and the commander of the local garrison lived in a house next to a bridge over the river Beraud. Ever since he was a member of the British in the area known as the "sense Le Pont de Chez Lord" literally the bridge from the house of the Lord.

"Le Moulin de Chez Lord" (the mill house of the Lord means) was built near the house. Itwas necessary to grind the flour for bread, feed and grind the military and oats for the horses. Do not forget that this was long before the arrival in Europe of potatoes and bread was the main source of carbohydrates. The mill was in operation until 1980, when the feed is produced. The mill is now a holiday home in central France known as the Limousin.

Now travels to the east lies the central massif, which is a mountainous area hoursFamous for skiing in winter. Let us now turn to the west a short trip takes you in Limoges, famous for its porcelain and go beyond the coastal city of La Rochelle, the largest fishing center in the Bay of Biscay. This is a very interesting city is a tourist destination and an important center for seafood.

Called the Limousin region is a relatively new tourist destination, the map was, until recently, as a rule, however, the French tourist regionSecret is out now. It is a region of forests, meadows, hills and valleys, surrounded by pretty villages in the valleys. The region contains numerous lakes in the valleys that make for exceptional views. Most activities in rural areas are available. Particularly strong among these are the beautiful walks that satisfies all the skills so that all levels of expertise and enthusiasm.

The old mill is 700 years old and was built to produce flour forEnglish soldiers stationed here to look after the interests of the British wine in Bordeaux. The mill is located in the valley and covers 20 hectares of pasture and woods. The mill is at the end of a long journey, ensuring the peace and tranquility.

River Beraud and Mühlbach almost surround the mill and only a few meters from the front door is a waterfall, the overspill of the mill was in the pool. The river runs through the garden and surrounds a small island with more pineTrees, wonderful to relax in very hot, as is always a breeze from the river. We too often have parties and barbecues on hot summer days there.

Memories of the mill now has two double bedrooms with bathroom and ground floor have been transformed into a living area with kitchen, living room, etc. There is a patio shaded by a waterfall that is perfect for alfresco dining or a glass of wine during the long summer evenings.

Since we are fortunate to live inthe center of a region very historic and more picturesque in the future we will be closer to the region and describe the abundant attractions.

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