Overlooked by a castle above, this charming
moulin sits by the banks of a picturesque river within a historic estate dating back to the 12th century. Here you are a short drive from the riverside town of Argenton-sur-Creuse and around half an hour from the Parc naturel régional de la Brenne and the art galleries of the 'Vallée des peintres'.
In gorgeous natural surroundings, Moulin d’Argent welcomes up to 6 guests across its beautifully restored interiors. One of the twelve mills along the river, the
moulin was a working mill until the late 1960s – it is thought that the origins of the mill date back many centuries although the current house was built in 1900. Having undergone a recent renovation, every effort has been made to preserve the essence of the original
moulin whilst adding contemporary features to allow guests to stay in elegance and comfort.
Enter into the spacious living room with sumptuous sofas, wood-beamed ceilings and a modern open-plan fully-equipped kitchen. Old stone steps lead up to a stunning dining area with a large window framing the river and woodland view. So attractively designed, there’s a vibe of understated luxury with the perfect blend of old character and modern style. Upstairs, find three inviting double en suite bedrooms all with glimpses of the water and trees.
Sit out in the shared grounds as the river meanders peacefully by, then explore your surroundings by canoe. The estate is home to a spa for more moments of pure relaxation and disconnection from modern life.
Maison d’Argent sits right next door, perfect if you wish to travel with family or friends.
Just 7km away is Argenton-sur-Creuse, a small yet bustling historic town with restaurants, cafes, shops and a Saturday morning market. It’s especially pleasant to stroll along by the Creuse and admire the old houses lining the river’s banks.
To the north Châteauroux with its fantastic city park and vast oak forest for nature trails. Heading south instead, visit two of France’s ‘
Plus Beaux Villages’, Gargilesse-Dampierre where George Sands once lived, and medieval Saint-Benoît-du-Sault.
It’s also great being so close to the Parc naturel régional de la Brenne for kilometres of walking and cycling trails through wonderful landscapes of marshes and diverse flora and fauna, an absolute paradise for nature enthusiasts and bird watchers with over 260 species of birds recorded. There’s also summer swimming at Étang de Bellebouche alongside canoeing and horse-riding, both superb ways to soak up the incredible scenery.
