House T3 in Ribeira Grande with virtual tour

 Outeiro Mill — A living piece of history, ready for new dreams!

In the heart of Ribeira Grande rises the Outeiro Mill, one of the largest and best preserved mills in the region (405.7 m² total area), bringing together historical value, a privileged location, and multiple business opportunities. 

✨ Unique Features

• Mixed structure: milling and storage + housing.

• Ground floor: stone arches for water passage, storage, entrance/reception.

• First floor: 4 operational millstones (3 hydraulic + 1 electric), granary,
bathroom, outdoor area for parking/loading and unloading.

• Second floor: living room, 3 bedrooms with panoramic views, kitchen, full
bathroom, laundry, rooftop/terrace with views of the sea, city, and mountains.

• Furnished and fully equipped housing, with plenty of natural light.

• Mill in perfect working condition, with 3 extra millstones.

• Free of debts and occupants.

• Not registered as heritage, despite its historical value (as it never
benefited from State support). 

📜 Historical and Cultural Value

• One of the emblematic “Mills of the Countess” (estimated construction: late 16th century).

• One of the first 7 mills (then called “Houses”) built along the Levada da Condessa (which separates the parishes of Matriz and Conceição).

• Located on an excellent stretch, allowing for good channels and rooftops.

• First in the region with iron waterwheels and the only one with an electric screw system (for grain transport).

• Possibly the only fully functional and preserved mill + housing.

• Historical and cultural relevance for the region. 

🚀 Usage Potential

• Tourism: local accommodation or heritage tourism (not currently registered under this category).

• Possibility of guided tours and cultural experiences.

• Artisanal flour production for gourmet bakeries.

• Small-scale hydroelectric/wind power production.

• Adaptation for other businesses or events.

• Strong future appreciation due to tourism potential and location. 

🌊 Central Location (in the heart of the city)

Just minutes away from beaches, tourist attractions, shops, and services, with views that combine sea, city, and mountains. 

📞 More than a property — a legacy ready to create memories and generate income. 

Details  

• Gross Private Area m² – 382.50 
• Gross Area m² – 382.50 
• Total Area m² – 405.70 
• Usable Area m² – ------ 
• Bedrooms – 3 (8 rooms in total) 
• Year of Construction – before 1951 (17th century) 
• Floors – 3 
• Bathrooms – 2 
• Elevator – No 
• Parking – 4 private spaces 
• Electric Car Charging – Yes (approx. 50m away) 
• Energy Efficiency – N/A