3 bedrooms detached house, 251 m²

Dolceacqua, Imperia (province)

A former oil mill in a sunny spot on the outskirts of Dolceacqua
This charming former oil mill enjoys a sunny location on the village outskirts of Dolceacqua. Nestling in a 245m2   natural grounds with plenty of secluded sitting areas, this property offers a unique atmosphere close to nature. From the house and the spacious terraces, beautiful views over the river and the surrounding hills can be enjoyed. Off street parking is available on the grounds.
The characterful natural stone house provides approx. 251 m2. net living space split over five floor levels anddivided into three units. 
A separate storage room (approx.. 14qm) with a roof terrace situated above, offers additional space.
The main unit measures 106 qm and takes up the ground and first floor. Located on the ground floor are a spacious living room, a rustic country style kitchen with larder and a guest toilet. The vaulted ceiling in the living room with a height of 5 m is a special feature and enabled the construction of a gallery with panoramic window. From here a few steps lead up to a bedroom with bathroom.
The second unit, connected with the main unit by a spiral staircase, can also be entered separately from the outside. It measures 83 qm and offers a large ante room on the second floor, a living room and a storage room with potential for extension. A bedroom and bathroom are located on the third floor above.
The third unit is completely independent and accessible through a separate entrance. It is situated on the fourth floor and thanks to the location on a sloping hill, it benefits from an entrance at level with the rear garden. The 42 qm living space are split into a living room with open kitchen, a bedroom with bathroom and a small storage room.
Also on this floor level lies a 20 qm room with vaulted ceiling, accessible by an arched natural stone staircase and perfectly suited as a further bedroom, workshop or studio.
The former oil mill was converted in the 1980-ies and the roof was replaced in 2002. The house is fitted with a modern pellet fired central heating and a wood fired stove in the living room of the main apartment adds to the overall comfort. The third unit has a separate pellet fired stove and electric boilers provide warm water throughout the house.
The property enjoys a particular character and offers versatile use in a quiet yet easily accessible location. It has the potential to be used as a spacious family home to multiple generations or to be partly rented out as a holiday home. Any potential buyer should however be aware that the house, the bathrooms particularly, will require some modernisation work. Depending on personal taste, it might be advisable to consider an overall update in terms of design and technical equipment to fully explore the potential of this unusual property.
Dolceacqua with its meandering mews, historic natural stone houses and beautiful arched bridge crossing the river Nervia that once inspired Claude Monet, is known to be one of the prettiest medieval villages in Liguria. The lively village offers an excellent infra structure with its restaurants, cafés, shops as well as banks, a tennis club and good medical services. Gently rolling hills, olive groves and vineyards characterise the surroundings and the hinterland invites to be explored on foot, bike or by car.
The beaches on the Ligurian Riviera are just a 15 minute drive down the road and the Côte d’Azur with Monaco, Menton and the international airport Nice can be reached within the hour. Dolceacqua offers a perfect combination of peace and quiet, nature and excellent accessibility.