A PROPERTY for sale in West Somerset offers buyers the chance to own not only a stunning home – but to continue restoring a piece of county history.
Cowbridge Mill, in Timberscombe, is on the market with Fine & Country, with a guide price of £695,000.
The property features not only a three-bedroom house – but also includes a “lovingly restored” historic sawmill, including a working water wheel which powers a range of tools, as well as a 1920s garage and a studio/museum area.
Agent Fine & Country described the sale as “a unique opportunity” to buy a piece of Somerset history, with the first mill on the site dating back to the 14th century, when it produced flour for the village.
In 1904, the mill was converted to a sawmill, again serving the West Somerset community, before falling into disrepair at the end of the 20th century.
Cowbridge Mill includes a working 14ft water wheel
In 1995, it was bought by a couple who set about restoring it – including rebuilding floors and replacing the dilapidated workshop and forge in a stone building with slate roof.
“The most ambitious aspect of the project has been the restoration of the 14ft water wheel which is now turning again and drives a number of vintage machinery,” the listing went on.
The house is a three-bed property over three floors, including a triple-aspect kitchen and breakfast room, as well as a decked terrace.
Outside, as well as the outbuildings, the property boasts views over farmland towards Dunkery, with a yard containing the mill, forge and workshop.
“It was the late owner’s wish that the property was sold to a like-minded enthusiast who would purchase the property together with the historic machinery, tools and memorabilia, and continue to hold open days and develop the historic site,” the agent added.
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