6 bedrooms top-to-bottom house, 200 m²

Borgo a Mozzano, Lucca (province)

MOLINO DEL VESCOVATO Six hundred years of history, amidst ancient millstones and Tuscan traditions. My name is Molino del Vescovato, and my story begins way back in 1407, when water was a precious resource, capable of providing life and employment to entire communities. I'm in Valdottavo, in the Vescovato district, a name that recalls the ancient ownership of these lands by the bishops of Lucca. Even in the years following the Second World War, four watermills were still operating in the village, and I was one of them. For centuries, I have been part of the daily life of this small town in the Middle Serchio Valley. I have seen generations pass by, habits change, and the world around me transform. Today, my millstones no longer turn, but I still guard the mill's ancient gears and original equipment, authentic testimonies to a past worth preserving. I'm just steps from the center of Valdottavo, in a unique location: close to the amenities of the village, yet secluded enough to offer tranquility and privacy. This spacious three-story townhouse comprises a main living area and a two-story portion that once housed the mill. From the municipal road, a few steps lead up to a front terrace that provides access to both parts of the property. On one side, you enter the former mill room, where the large stone millstones still stand; on the other, you'll find the entrance to the house. The mezzanine floor welcomes you with a small entrance hall/living room, a kitchen, a smaller kitchen area that also houses the stairs, two additional rooms used as bedrooms, and a hallway leading to the upper floor. As you ascend, the rooms become even more spacious: here, you'll find four bedrooms, two hallways, a bathroom with a window and a bathtub and shower, and a beautiful living room overlooking the village, a space that retains the charm of a period home. The basement level features numerous cellar and storage rooms, as well as a quaint portico with an ancient wood-burning oven. In one of these rooms, the gears that once powered the millstones are still visible, a legacy of memory and tradition that is certainly one of my most interesting features. But it's not just the millstones that tell my story. Inside, I still have chestnut beams, terracotta brick ceilings, traditional floors, and some splendid Tessieri tiles, an expression of Lucca's renowned ceramic tradition. These details speak of craftsmanship, authentic materials, and a building style that deserves to be rediscovered today. However, I don't want to hide my current condition. I require a complete renovation, including the replacement of the systems and fixtures, as well as the necessary inspection and work on the roof and attics. My restoration will therefore require careful planning and significant investment, but it will restore the value and beauty of a truly unique property. My many rooms and the presence of the historic mill offer various opportunities for enhancement, which must of course be evaluated from a technical and urban planning perspective. I could return to being a large private home or accommodate a project capable of combining hospitality, tradition, and the restoration of historical heritage. I'm not a modern home, and I don't want to pretend to be. My walls bear the marks of time, but also the charm of a history that few properties can tell. I've spanned over six centuries of history, I've worked for generations, and today I'm waiting for someone who recognizes my value and wants to guide me toward a new life. Living area: 250 sq m - Usable area: 200 sq m - Mill area: 60 sq m. PLEASE NOTE: SOME IMAGES IN THIS LISTING HAVE BEEN CREATED WITH THE AID OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE, AS EXPRESSLY INDICATED ON EACH OF THEM, FOR THE SOLE PURPOSE OF ILLUSTRATING THE PROPERTY'S POTENTIAL AND SHOWING HOW THE EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR SPACES COULD APPEAR FOLLOWING ANY RENOVATION PROJECT. THESE IMAGES ARE FOR ILLUSTRATIVE PURPOSES ONLY. THEY DO NOT REPRESENT THE CURRENT CONDITION OF THE PROPERTY, AND DO NOT CONSTITUTE APPROVED PROJECTS OR A GUARANTEE OF THE FEASIBILITY OF THE PROJECTS DESCRIBED. - For more information contact: 0039 05831646868 or 0039 3473225117 or info@selectimmobiliare.com