Converted Former Mill For Sale in Co. Tyrone

Key Features
– Generous and flexible accommodation with significant income generating potential
– Tranquil and private settling on the edge of the Camowen River
– Attractive lot size extending to about 1.8 acres
– Finalist on BBC NI House of the Year 2010, shortlisted for the UK Civic Trust Awards and Finalist in the RICS 2013 Awards

This sale offers an extremely unique opportunity to purchase a sympathetically restored Mill that comprises of three restored buildings to include two residential dwellings named the Mill House and Turf House. The old mill building provides the opportunity for a studio or further accommodation. A key feature of the property is its unique location, situated in the tranquil countryside on the edge of the Camowen River which has a good salmon run with grilse and summer salmon as well as Brown Trout.

Upon entry into the main dwelling know as the Mill House (1A Leap Lane), you are greeted by a bright open plan living space which comprises of kitchen area/dining room and living area with tiled flooring throughout. The kitchen area is fitted with modern low and high units with a living area benefiting from a wood burning stove. This space has been expertly designed to avail of the landscape surrounding the property with floor to ceiling windows allowing an abundance of natural light. Exposed stonework, vaulted ceilings and wooden beams add to the character and design of the space. The main feature wall provides two glass doors to access the balcony area overlooking the Camowen River, offering the perfect place for a morning coffee or relaxation. The ground floor comprises 2 double bedrooms with 1 ensuite. a home office, art gallery with floor to ceiling glass windows offering panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and access to the outside patio area.

1B Leap Lane, known as the Turf House, is located immediately adjacent to the Mill House. The property provides the opportunity for significant income generating potential or accommodation for an elderly relative. Upon entry you are led into an open plan kitchen and living area with low and high built in units and a wood burning stove. The space is brightly lit with skylights and offer a spacious area for entertaining. The property also has 2 bedrooms and family bathroom. Below the Turf house, is a spacious utility room and internal garage with two car ports.

Further there is the old mill building which has been renovated and utilised as an art studio by the current owner. The space provides an open plan layout with bathroom facilities and kitchenette. This would offer an excellent potential for further accommodation or for those looking to run a business from the property, subject to the relevant permissions.

Externally the property is located on a site extending to about 1.8 acres (0.73 ha )which is bound by the River Camowen.

Local Information
Leap Mill is located 4.5 miles southeast of Omagh, the county town of County Tyrone which is made up of rolling lowlands and hills. Omagh forms part of the Fermanagh and Omagh District and had a population of 20,458 (2021 census). This area is known for its beautiful rural charm and stunning countryside views, noted as being the most dominated area in the UK for Agricultural, Forestry and Fishing. Omagh is located where the rivers Drumragh and Camowen meet to form the Strule with the area popular for salmon and trout anglers and grouse shooting.

Omagh has many attractions including The Ulster American Folk Park. For lovers of the outdoors, plenty of nature walks can be found nearby including the stunning Gortin Glens Forest Park which have a network of 5 way marked trails of varying lengths for walking or cycling with plenty of woodland. The Sperrin Mountain displays a fantastic backdrop along the borders of counties Tyrone and Derry, which offers beautiful wild and untouched landscape across the Sperrin Mountains which span a distance of 40 miles, offering a range of walking trails.

The area acts as the main retail centre for County Tyrone due to its central location with shopping areas including the Main Street, Great Northern Road Retail Park and the Showgrounds Retail Park. An abundance of sporting and leisure activities are located nearby, with Todds Leap Activity Centre located just outside Ballygawley, about 11 miles from the subject property which offers a wide range of experiences and adventures.

Omagh is ideally located for cross border travel as well throughout NI. The subject property is located about 34.9 miles south of Derry / Londonderry, 42.7 miles east of Donegal, 64.1 miles west of Belfast and 103.1 miles Northwest of Dublin. Public transport is serviced by Translink which provides connections to Enniskillen, Ballinamore, Strabane, Dungannon, Cookstown, Derry / Londonderry, Belfast, Monaghan and Dublin.

Local schooling can be found at Omagh Integrated Primary School, Omagh Academy, Sacred Heart College, Omagh High School and CBS Omagh.

History
This beautifully restored property has a unique and interesting history which stems back to 1760, when the original mill building was constructed. Later in 1848, the property was extended with both the Turf House and Barn being constructed.

At this time it is presumed that the property was owned by a Mr Harvey and was noted in the notice for sale as “consisting of corn mill and Drying Kiln, Stone Built and Slated Shed with CL Roof and Store House. This is quite an attractive property and has been widely known in past years in the corn milling business, and with a small outlay could be easily set going again.”

The subject property then exchanged into the current vendors family in 1949, and at this time, parts of the mill building were sold. The Turf House was used by farmers to dry their corn or barley, and the barn was used to dry grain and then it would be taken to the Mill to be ground. The Mill buildings were retired in the 1960s and lay vacant but were frequently visited by the family or locals for summer bathing and hunting for driftwood.

The current vendor bought the property from a family member in 2003. The sympathetic restoration started shortly after the purchase and was finished by 2008. The property featured in many newspaper articles showcasing the renovation works as well as featuring in Image Interiors Magazine and being shortlisted for BBC Home of the Year in 2010.