luxury contemporary house for sale La Fouillade, France

An unusual village house with swimming pool and garden in the heart of the medieval town of Cordes-sur-Ciel in the Tarn department. The house, mainly built in the 16th century on the heights of the hilltop village, is reached via cobbled medieval alleyways. A driveway leads from the entrance gate to a patio enhancing the south-eastern main facade at right angles. Four different roofs with local tiles, one- or two-pitched, clearly set apart the various sections of this atypical building. The property has a floor area of approx. 350 m² extending over three stories. A contemporary 1980s extension, fronted by a wood and glass conservatory, adjoins the first main section, which is the original part of the house and abuts the old tower. All the facades are of old, rough-hewn stone, some combined with brick, some rendered and some half-timbered, a reminder of the many different historical periods and the unique character of the local architecture. The windows are arranged symmetrically or irregularly depending on the facade and vary widely in size. They are mainly rectangular or arched. Finally, a terrace extends from the garden level, which features a swimming pool. The wooded, lawned grounds to the rear of the building are enclosed by walls.

In Cazals, in a peaceful and unspoilt natural setting, just 10 minutes from Saint-Antonin-Noble-Val and the leisure activities of the Aveyron Gorges, this contemporary bioclimatic home awaiting completion offers a rare opportunity to create a living space tailored to your own vision. Already weatherproof and watertight, this architect-designed property of approximately 138 sqm over two levels captivates with its light-filled volumes, generous ceiling heights, exposed timber structure, large openings and design focused on comfort and thermal performance. Built using a timber-frame construction system, this bioclimatic project was predominantly carried out by recognised professionals, with certain elements completed through partial self-build by the owners. The property is offered in its current unfinished state, allowing future owners to complete the project and personalise the final finishes according to their needs. Triple glazing, bio-based materials, timber cladding and high-performance insulation contribute to a demanding project designed for warm and energy-efficient living. South-facing, the property sits on approximately 3,900 sqm of grounds with views over the surrounding hills, fruit trees and an old stone ruin of approximately 60 sqm ready to be reimagined. 3D visuals: images 1, 3 and 5 (current condition: images 2, 4 and 6). Invoices and technical documentation available after viewing. Energy Performance Certificate: not applicable at this stage. Estimated annual energy costs: not currently determinable (unfinished construction). Price: €230,000 (agency fees payable by the seller). Information regarding potential risks to which this property may be exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr. https://sites.google.com/a/coldwellbanker.fr/honoraires-coldwellbanker-demeure-prestige/