luxury houses for sale Essonne, France (page 5)

Immerse yourself in the past with this 1920 residence, located in a green setting in the town of Brunoy, just 20km south-east of Paris, and 30 minutes from Paris Gare de Lyon. Built on a plot of land of 1200m2 (approximately), this house, of 150m2 on three levels, which has retained many period elements, offers a striking contrast between authenticity and contemporary refinement. The charm operates from the entrance: the old parquet floors, the moldings, the arched openings are reminiscent of 19th century Italian villas. On one side the fully equipped modern kitchen and its dining area opens onto a terrace of approximately 100m2 which offers several relaxation areas. On the other side, the dining room and living room offer a more cozy space with a warm atmosphere which also extends into a terrace overlooking the garden benefiting from beautiful light and a clear view. The sleeping area is spread over the two upper floors. Two bedrooms, one with balcony, a bathroom and an office on the first floor, two other bedrooms and a bathroom in the turret on the second floor. The basement offers a sauna, a games, sports or projection room, a laundry room and a technical room. On the large teak terrace sits the jacuzzi, from where you can enjoy a beautiful unobstructed view of the garden below. Enclosed by walls, punctuated by wide stone steps and century-old trees, the garden promises pleasant moments in complete privacy. A garage and a garden shed complete this property. This characterful property, close to shops, schools and the RER station, undoubtedly offers sumptuous assets. Shops: 12min walk. Nursery and primary schools: 5 minutes on foot. College: 17 min on foot. High school: 5min on foot Brunoy RER station: 13min on foot RER D to Paris Gare de Lyon: 27 min. Châtelet-les-Halles: 31/34 min. Gare du Nord: 35/39 min. ENERGY CLASS: E297 / CLIMATE CLASS: E63. Estimated average amount of annual energy expenditure for standard use, established based on energy prices for the year 2021: between EUR2,740 and EUR3,770. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisks website: www.georisks.gouv.fr

Pretty houses with great potential, accompanied by a large garden that will delight both young and old. A small corner of paradise away from the urban jungle where peace and serenity reign. Two separate houses. The first, designed in a modern and minimalist style, consists of 2 bedrooms and a suite with a shower room, a living room, a separate kitchen, and an additional shower room. The second, more traditional and equally warm, features a lovely double living room with a fireplace, a cozy bedroom overlooking the lounge, a separate kitchen, a second bedroom serving as a painting workshop, as well as a shower room and a toilet. Regarding the exterior, a gate opens onto a spacious courtyard that can accommodate 2 vehicles, and separating the houses is a beautiful landscaped garden with its terrace.Exclusive to Métropolis agency, you can contact us 7 days a week until 10 PM.

Vauhallan is a town of 2,000 inhabitants, located 17 km southwest of Paris and easily accessible by the N 118. It extends its domain from the Plateau de Saclay to the edge of the Bièvre valley. Surrounded by woods, the village has preserved the nature that surrounds it. It is in the heart of Vauhallan that we discover this stone house with a surface area of 58m2 with the typical charm of the old farms of the region. The entrance to the house is accessible by a garden terrace where the many plants give a bucolic aspect to this property full of character. The ground floor of the house includes a living room and a fitted kitchen. Each of these rooms has openings onto the south-facing terrace. Accessible by a wooden staircase, the first floor offers a bedroom, a bathroom with toilets. On the second floor, under the roof, there are two bedrooms, one of which has a space that can be used for storage. The stone walls, old tiles, parquet floors and exposed beams give this house, in perfect condition, a unique and calm atmosphere that will delight future buyers. Shops nearby. Nursery and primary schools in the town. Energy class E 246 / Climate class E 53. Estimated average amount of annual energy expenditure for standard use, established from 2021 energy prices: between EUR1,000 and EUR1,4210 Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

Situated near the schools and shops, a lovely custom-built house spanning 183m² (1,970 sq ft) built on a 1,582m² (17,029 sq ft) landscaped plot bordered by a stream and with no overlook. Laid out as follows: - On the ground floor: a hall with a walk-in wardrobe leads to a spacious 47m² (506 sq ft) cathedral living room with a central fireplace opening on a large south-facing terrace surrounded by plants, an equipped kitchen with direct access to the terrace, an air-conditioned office with access to a second terrace, a separate toilet with a basin, a double garage and a pantry/utility room. - 1st floor: landing leading to 3 bedrooms, one of which has a shower room/toilet, a walk-in wardrobe, a bathroom and a separate toilet with a basin. - 2nd floor: a bedroom (or office) and cupboards. A heated and tiled garden shed rounds off these high-quality amenities (automatic gate, videophone, automatic sprinklers, outside lighting, electric shutters and fibre optics, etc.) Fees payable by the seller - Estimated amount of annual energy costs for standard use based on 2021 energy costs: €3,820 ~ €4,520 - Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the GeoHazards website: www.georisques.gouv.fr - Sandrine Déchaux - Sales agent - EI - RSAC 907 642 177 Agency fees payable by vendor - Montant estimé des dépenses annuelles d'énergie pour un usage standard, établi à partir des prix de l'énergie de l'année 2021 : 3820€ ~ 5240€ - Les informations sur les risques auxquels ce bien est exposé sont disponibles sur le site Géorisques : www.georisques.gouv.fr - Sandrine DECHAUX - Agent commercial - EI - RSAC 907 642 177

A lovely 235m² (2,530 sq ft) contemporary house set on a 1,117m² (12,023 sq ft) plot in quiet surroundings yet close to shops. Laid out as follows: - On the ground floor: a hall with a walk-in wardrobe leading to a lovely living space of around 100m² (1,076 sq ft) comprising a large equipped kitchen open on a dining room and a vast cathedral living room with an ethanol fireplace, leading to two east/west-facing terraces, a master suite with a walk-in wardrobe, a bath/shower room and separate private toilet offering direct access to the garden, a second suite with a study, a shower room with a toilet also offering direct access to the garden and a separate toilet. On the same level, a garage and a utility room. - On the 1st floor, a landing leads to a bedroom with access to a private balcony and a walk-in wardrobe, a shower room and a toilet. - A separate studio apartment on the 1st floor comprises a kitchen open on a bright living room with a private terrace, a bedroom with a terrace and a shower room with a toilet. High-quality fittings (automatic gate, outdoor lighting, video surveillance, floor heating slabs, electric roller shutters, 6-seater jacuzzi, and plot with the possibility for swimming pool) Fees payable by the sellers - Sandrine Dechaux - Sales Agent - EL - RSAC 907 642 177 Agency fees payable by vendor - Montant estimé des dépenses annuelles d'énergie pour un usage standard : 1500€ ~ 2060€ - Les informations sur les risques auxquels ce bien est exposé sont disponibles sur le site Géorisques : www.georisques.gouv.fr - Sandrine DECHAUX - Agent commercial - EI - RSAC 907 642 177

Soisy sur Seine, between the Seine and the Forest of Sénart, just 25 km from Paris, I am pleased to present this luxurious 1930s architect-designed villa, carefully renovated, with a living area of 265 m².Flooded with light thanks to its multiple openings, our villa is designed to offer you maximum comfort with its 10 rooms including several bedrooms, all featuring a bathroom or shower room.The panoramic view of the Seine Valley contributes to the exceptional setting of this true haven of peace.Upon entering, you will be charmed by the remarkable living room, ideal for convivial moments, which opens onto an equipped and fitted American kitchen, separated from the living space by a wrought-iron staircase surrounded by a glass cage, where cooking becomes a real pleasure.On the first floor, you can find a master suite with its shower room and dressing room, as well as two bedrooms.On the garden level is a family room opening onto a large, pleasant, and sunny terrace. Another bedroom completes this space which can serve as a guest room with its bathroom and separate toilet.Air conditioning guarantees a pleasant temperature throughout the year while the heat pump provides efficient and economical individual heating.The highlights of this villa? Its jacuzzi for ultimate relaxation, its automatic watering system that will take care of your garden, its electric shutters to control brightness, and of course, the large swimming pool for refreshing swims on hot summer days, equipped with a technical room and a shower.For sports enthusiasts, the equipped fitness corner will delight you. To top it all off, a home cinema will not leave you indifferent!The villa is ideally located near all amenities: airport, highway, schools, college, nursery, shopping center, and downtown are nearby.The whole is set on a magnificent plot of around 1370 m² which will satisfy lovers of space and greenery.With this villa, you will touch a privileged lifestyle. Come now to discover it and let yourself be seduced by its charm and authenticity. Seller's fees apply.Energy Performance Certificate: C.Estimated annual energy cost, minimum amount: €2340 - maximum amount: €3230.Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: https://georisques.gouv.frThis real estate advertisement was written under the editorial responsibility of KONAKOVIC-CIMPO Lejla, independent real estate agent (without holding funds), commercial agent of SASU THE DOOR MAN, holder of the real estate prospecting card on behalf of THE DOOR MAN SASU.This description has been automatically translated from French.

RE-SALE GUARANTEE UP TO 50,000 euros FOR 7 YEARS*L'Adresse Mennecy Centre offers you:Come and discover this magnificent individual family house featuring an entrance with integrated cupboards, a toilet with a wash basin, a large living room, a dining room with an open fireplace, and an adjoining office. The whole covers an area of approximately 60 m² with double exposure and large bay windows overlooking the garden. Very nice fitted and equipped kitchen with access to a terrace, a laundry area leading to a double garage.Upstairs: landing serving 4 spacious bedrooms each with a wardrobe, a hallway to the shower room, as well as a bathroom with shower and whirlpool bath, 2 dressing rooms. Outside, a walled garden with trees and no overlooking neighbors, a garden shed.The advantages: complete home automation, gate, garage door, automatic watering, air conditioning.You will surely fall in love with this house, no work required, come and unpack your bags!* see conditions at the agencyThis description has been automatically translated from French.

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RESALE GUARANTEE UP TO 50,000 euros FOR 7 YEARS*L'Adresse Mennecy Centre offers you:A charming house in the heart of the city center, comprising an entrance, living room with fireplace, bright, access to the garden, fitted kitchen, bathroom with toilet. On the first floor, hallway, 2 bedrooms, one with shower room and cupboard.Enclosed garden with a shed.* see conditions at the agencyThis description has been automatically translated from French.

RE-SALE GUARANTEE UP TO 50,000 euros FOR 7 YEARS*L'Adresse Mennecy Centre offers you: In the heart of the city center in a cul-de-sac, a family home including a spacious and bright living room of 43 m² with a wood stove and access to the garden, a large dining kitchen of 21 m², a back kitchen/storage room, and a toilet. On the first floor, there are 4 bedrooms including a master suite with a dressing area and a recent shower room, a bathroom, and a toilet. Converted attic: hallway, bedroom, office, shower room with toilet. Double garage with attic and a plot of 266 m² without vis-à-vis. The advantages of the house: very beautiful volumes, 6 bedrooms, close to all amenities, aluminum shutters, double garage. * see conditions at the agencyThis description has been automatically translated from French.

RESELLER WARRANTY UP TO 50,000 euros FOR 7 YEARS*L'Adresse Mennecy Centre offers you:Very beautiful stone house full of charm, comprising an entrance with a closet, a bright living room of 43 m² with a wood stove, a fitted kitchen, and a WC.Upstairs, a landing, 3 bedrooms with closets, a bathroom with WC, as well as a master suite with a shower room and private WC.Attic and total cellar.Private courtyard that can accommodate several vehicles, terrace, and garden.The advantages of the house: double-glazed PVC windows with electric shutters, electric gate, recent radiators, recent roof.* see conditions at the agencyThis description has been automatically translated from French.

RE-SALE GUARANTEE UP TO 50,000 euros FOR 7 YEARS*L'Adresse Mennecy Centre offers you:In the heart of the city center, a charming and tastefully renovated house comprising:On the ground floor: living room, fully equipped and fitted kitchen, laundry room, toilet, and a master suite with bedroom and shower room.On the first floor: two bedrooms and a bathroom with toilet.On the second floor: bedroom and dressing room.Large adjoining barn with 2 levels (possibility of extension of over 70m2)Well-exposed terrace, with no overlooking neighbors!External insulation, double-glazed PVC windows, electric roller shutters.Guaranteed love at first sight!* see conditions at the agencyThis description has been automatically translated from French.

Located 25 km southeast of Paris, this magnificent 280 m² modern house features quality materials on three levels. The entrance hall distributes a bright 70 m² living and dining room with fireplace opening onto the terrace with pergola and PAC-heated swimming pool, a fitted/equipped kitchen opening onto the outside, a linen room, an office with outside access and a storage room. A beautiful marble and wrought iron staircase leads to the second floor, where the landing leads to four bedrooms, including the master suite with dressing room and bathroom with shower and bath. Two shower rooms and three dressing rooms complete this level. On the second floor, a converted attic offers a small games room and storage space. The 64 m² basement features a two-car garage, a large storage room, a workshop, a smaller room and the boiler room. The swimming pool and terrace at the rear of the house face due south. The Sénart national forest borders the property, offering an exceptional natural perspective. This luxury property, in perfect general condition, will appeal to those seeking comfort and green space while remaining close to Paris. Close to RER D Boussy-St-Antoine and Combs-la-Ville (10-minute walk). Paris Gare de Lyon in 30 minutes. Property presented by Vickie Nikolaou, Agent Commercial EI. +33 6 14 15 48 93. Energy class C - Climate class c. Estimated annual energy costs for standard use: €2,883 to €3,901 (average energy prices indexed to 2021, 2022, 2023, including subscriptions). Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

Barnes is listing this beautiful 254m² (2,734 sq ft) contemporary house set on a 2,144m² (23,078 sq ft) landscaped plot with no overlook, located in a highly sought-after area, in a quiet location yet close to all amenities. Laid out as follows: - Ground floor: entrance hall, bright triple-sized living room opening onto a large terrace with unobstructed views over the swimming pool and landscaped garden, separate fitted kitchen, pantry/laundry room, large veranda used as a summer lounge, and a master suite with walk-in wardrobe, shower room and separate toilet. - 1st floor: a landing leads to a very spacious 2nd master suite with walk-in wardrobe, bath/shower room/toilet and private terrace overlooking the leafy garden, a bedroom with private terrace and walk-in wardrobe, another bedroom with walk-in wardrobe, a 4th room that could be used as a bedroom (office or play room), shower room and separate toilet. A fully insulated attic can also be converted to suit your needs. A heated outdoor swimming pool (12m x 6m or 39ft x 20ft) with a plant room, shower and separate, dedicated toilet, and a wood shed round off these high-quality amenities. Fees payable by the seller - Estimated amount of annual energy costs for standard use based on 2021 energy costs: €3,860 - Sandrine DECHAUX - Sales agent - EI - RSAC 907 642 177 Agency fees payable by vendor - Montant estimé des dépenses annuelles d'énergie pour un usage standard, établi à partir des prix de l'énergie de l'année 2021 : 3860€ - Sandrine DECHAUX - Agent commercial - EI - RSAC 907 642 177

This 226m² (2,433 sq ft) old buhrstone house with a contemporary extension, is set on an attractive 4,123m² (44,380 sq ft) plot planted with trees including a private island overlooking the Essonne. Quiet location close to amenities. Laid out as follows: - Ground floor: Entrance hall, lounge with fireplace, fitted kitchen, spacious living/dining room with fireplace, bathed in light thanks to a glass roof and numerous picture windows and opening onto a covered terrace with views over the landscaped grounds, separate toilet - 1st floor: The extension side: a parental area comprising a mezzanine that could be used as an office, a spacious bedroom with walk-in wardrobe and fireplace, a bath/shower room, a separate toilet. - The period side: a landing leads to 2 bedrooms, each of which has a bath (or shower) room and private toilet. - Full basement: laundry/boiler room, cellar, large reception room and double garage. Garden level: bedroom with shower room and separate toilet, as well as a veranda with independent access and a lovely view over the garden. Outdoor swimming pool (5m x 8m or 16ft x 26ft), wooden chalet that doubles as an artist's studio and could be converted into a separate studio apartment, and a 2nd heated outbuilding with veranda on the banks of the Essonne, providing an exceptional leafy setting. Fees payable by the seller - Estimated amount of annual energy costs for standard use based on 2021 energy costs: €2,974 - Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the GeoHazards website: www.georisques.gouv.fr - Sandrine DECHAUX - Sales agent - EI - RSAC 907 642 177 Agency fees payable by vendor - Montant estimé des dépenses annuelles d'énergie pour un usage standard, établi à partir des prix de l'énergie de l'année 2021 : 2974€ - Les informations sur les risques auxquels ce bien est exposé sont disponibles sur le site Géorisques : www.georisques.gouv.fr - Sandrine DECHAUX - Agent commercial - EI - RSAC 907 642 177

Welcome to 'La Tonnellerie', an exceptional residence full of history, located at the gateway to the Cheptainville Regional Forest and Lardy estate, just 34km south of Paris. Formerly an annex of the prestigious Château de Cheptainville, this 211m2 house offers a unique blend of old charm and modernity, recalling the era when barrels were made there for apple juice. Main features: Large Bright Living Room: The house has a generous 50m2 living room, bathed in natural light. The stone fireplace and exposed beams add a warm and authentic touch to this friendly space. Cathedral Living Room: Part of the living room has a cathedral living room, offering a spacious feel and a unique atmosphere. Modern Kitchen: The kitchen is fitted and equipped with a dining area, combining modern efficiency with timeless charm. Single-Level Living: Enjoy the convenience of single-level living with three bedrooms on the ground floor, including a magnificent master suite with bathroom and shower. Versatile Space Upstairs: Upstairs, a large mezzanine landing of 32m2 offers flexibility of use, accommodating a 4th bedroom of 17m2. A shower room and access to a 64m2 roof terrace add to the appeal of this floor. Peaceful Exterior: Enjoy an outdoor space without vis-à-vis, offering a tranquil atmosphere. A luxurious veranda, a true 'winter garden', completes the experience, inviting relaxation all year round. Ideal Location: Situated at the gateway to the Cheptainville Regional Forest estate and close to Lardy, this property offers a peaceful and natural setting, whilst being easily accessible from local amenities. A Unique Opportunity: La Tonnellerie is much more than a house, it is a rare opportunity to live in a place steeped in history, tastefully renovated to offer modern comfort. Contact us now to arrange a viewing and discover the timeless charm of this unique property in Cheptainville. Welcome to history, welcome home. Nuno Philippe BALTAZAR, your reference real estate agent. Do not hesitate to contact me for a personalized and expert service in your property search! EXPERTIMO est le leader français des réseaux dédiés aux mandataires expérimentés

The LOGISVERT agency offers you a 6-room house for sale in Villebon-sur-Yvette. HIGHLY SOUGHT-AFTER AREA. SWISS NEIGHBORHOOD. CALM and GREEN SURROUNDINGS. House of approximately 79 m² (about 112 m² with the attic) featuring: entrance, equipped kitchen, LIVING ROOM on the GROUND FLOOR with BALCONY, independent WC, shower room, cloakroom, an OFFICE and 2 bedrooms. Insulated ATTIC that can be turned into 2 bedrooms and a FULL BASEMENT (office, workshop, cellar, laundry room, bedroom + WC and a GARAGE) complete this property. All on a plot of 337 m². Shops and schools within less than a 5-minute walk. RER about 12 minutes on foot. MUST SEE QUICKLY, VIRTUAL VISIT AVAILABLE!!!!The risks this property is exposed to are available at: https://www.georisques.gouv.fr/ Fees charged to the seller. Energy class F, Climate class C Housing with excessive energy consumption. The law requires that the energy performance level (DPE) of the property, currently class F, must be between class A and class E starting January 1, 2028. The average estimated amount of annual energy expenses for standard use, based on energy prices from 2021: between €2490.00 and €3430.00. Information on the risks this property is exposed to is available on the Géorisques website: georisques.gouv.fr.

Located 20 minutes from Paris and 10 minutes from Orly, the town of Savigny-sur-Orge is very well connected thanks to the RER C, the A6 motorway, National Road 7, and tram T12, which links the employment hubs of Massy and Evry. It is ideal for families due to its educational offerings: colleges, the Jean-Baptiste Corot high school (from the second year to preparatory classes for grandes écoles and BTS), and the highly regarded private Saint-Louis-Saint-Clément high school, just 10 minutes by bus (school transport). Situated in a private lane in the Cherchefeuilles neighborhood, this elegant house, with a total area of 287 m2, built in 1990, offers high-end features, with every detail designed to provide comfort, aesthetics, and modernity. In a sought-after residential area, it offers a 'walking distance' lifestyle: schools, college, high school, train station, and shops are all within 10 minutes. It is surrounded by a beautiful established landscaped garden, planted with several species and pleasantly flowered. The layout of the ground floor is well designed, allowing circulation around the entrance hall, from the bright triple living room to the kitchen, perfect for cooking enthusiasts. Upstairs, the four bedrooms and two bathrooms are arranged around a corridor, with each bedroom having a fitted closet. A total basement (120 m2) houses a boiler-laundry room, a pantry, a dressing room, a large games room, and a double garage. Condensing gas boiler, double glazing, high ceiling height, centralized vacuum cleaning. Very good energy performance (DPE rated C). No work required.This description has been automatically translated from French.

Located 56 km southwest of Paris, in a small village between Etampes and Pithiviers, this charming house facing its outbuilding, asserts its authentic character, in the middle of a well-kept, peaceful and intimate garden of approximately 270 sqm. The main house is distinguished by a warm atmosphere thanks to its exposed beams, its turned bricks on the ground and its stone walls. In addition, certain details indicate the rural origins of this home: here and there a manger or old doors of the bread oven. The reception is done by a veranda, opening onto a cathedral living room 5.60 m high where the dining room and living room are organized around a fireplace with insert, thus allowing the diffusion of heat throughout the house, from the first frosts. In a row, a fitted and equipped kitchen modernizes this space where the beams repainted in white are a subtle nod to the past. A cozy living room, decorated with a fireplace and with a separate entrance, allows this room to be reconfigured as an office, as part of a liberal profession or for teleworking. The ground floor also includes a shower room and separate toilets. The first floor reveals a loggia and two almost twin bedrooms. At the corner of the garden, a charming outbuilding offers two additional night rooms, one of which has a shower. This small house is ideal for a tourist rental. A laundry room, a garage, a workshop and a cellar give this place all the comfort desired for a life in the countryside. The plus of this group of buildings: a pretty wooden terrace lit on the ground and its summer kitchen. The rural aspect, the setting preserved from any nuisance and the great possibilities of this old barn, will not leave its future owners indifferent in search of a main or secondary residence. Elementary school: on site, nursery school in Champmotteux: 3.2 km, Middle schools in Etampes: 12 km, Jeanne d'Arc institution (from nursery school to high school) in Etampes: 12 km. Shops in Etampes, Milly la Foret: 18 km, Pithiviers: 25.5 km SNCF train station in Etampes. Paris Austerlitz in 35 mins (TER) or 55 mins (RER). ENERGY CLASS: F 331 / CLIMATE CLASS F 85: Estimated average amount of annual energy expenditure for standard use, based on energy prices on January 1, 2021: Between EUR2,278 and EUR3,082. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

iad France - Julien Tolla (06 75 94 05 18) offers you: RARE! JUST FIVE MINUTES WALK FROM THE STATION AND THE CITY CENTER! This charming house built in 1905 has a total floor area of 187 m² and is set on a plot of 1413 m², with an independent workshop of approximately 17 m². On the ground floor, you will first discover its double living room facing South, then its large modern kitchen open to the South onto a veranda and to the North onto a terrace of approximately 60 m². A hallway leads to a pantry, separate toilets, and a boiler-laundry area with cupboards. On the first floor, there are more separate toilets, a large open office with solid wood flooring and a lovely view of the garden, a master suite with a real dressing room and a recent shower room, and finally, a second bedroom with its own brand new shower room. Both bedrooms each have a terrace. On the second floor, which is converted, there is a small lounge, two bedrooms, and a bathroom with a shower and bathtub. TO BE VISITED WITHOUT DELAY. Agency fees to be paid by the seller. Information on the energy display for this property: ENERGY class E index 288 and CLIMATE class E index 59. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr. This real estate advertisement has been written under the editorial responsibility of Mr. Julien Tolla EI (ID 4266), independent real estate agent (without fund holding), commercial agent of SAS I@D France registered in the RSAC of Evry under number 539422493, holder of the real estate marketing card on behalf of the company I@D France SAS. Find all our properties on our website. www.iadfrance.frThis description has been automatically translated from French.