Summary
The Ilić family windmill on the eastern shore of Sutivan is the remnant of a former grain mill. Its stone tower preserves a memory of the use of wind in the island's economy.
The Ilić family windmill on the eastern shore of Sutivan is the remnant of a former grain mill. Its stone tower preserves a memory of the use of wind in the island's economy.
A mill by the sea
The municipal development programme dates the windmill to the beginning of the 19th century and associates it with the Ilić family. Its position directly beside the shore makes it a distinctive feature of the Sutivan skyline, but its present appearance differs from the period when it was a working mill.
From working building to house
The document says the mill stopped grinding grain in 1903, after which its sails were removed. The tower was later adapted for residential use. This conversion explains why the structure today combines the form of an old mill with features of a dwelling.
Access and visiting
The windmill can be viewed from the public coastal area. The interior is part of a private residence and is not a public museum space. Any entry requires an arrangement with the owners; viewing the exterior does not imply permission to enter the courtyard.
