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EPERNON STATION Station, schools, college, shops, and city center within walking distance of this beautiful house which is very well exposed and quiet, including an entrance, dining room, living room with fireplace, fitted and equipped kitchen, one bedroom, and WC. Upstairs: 3 beautiful bedrooms, bathroom with bathtub and shower, WC. A total basement including a boiler room, cellar, laundry room, and double garage. Enclosed plot of about 2200m². Several terraces. Very pleasant setting. Energy performance: F. Climate performance: F. Fee schedule available on request. Price: 438,000 € * *Including fees of 4.29% VAT at the expense of the buyer calculated on the net seller price Price excluding fees: 420,000 € - Estimated amount of annual energy expenses for standard use: Between 3,990 € and 5,440 € per year. Average energy prices indexed as of January 1, 2021 (subscription included)This description has been automatically translated from French.
…By Lesieur Conseil Immobilier
The advertiser did not provide an english description for this listing.
…By Vendome Exclusive Properties
iad France - Nathalie Martin offers you: A 10-minute drive from Gazeran train station, this exceptional residence with Porcelanosa finishes embodies the perfect balance between elegance, generous spaces, and design. Covering 400m², it features a spacious entrance, cloakroom, guest toilets, laundry room, and a spectacular living area (150m²) including a dining kitchen (47m²) open to the living room (93m²), and an indoor pool with a counter-current swim system. Upstairs, a large landing of 70m² distributes 4 spacious bedrooms (17, 23, 31, and 33m²), including 1 with a bathroom and 3 with shower rooms, 2 separate toilets, and 2 terraces. A bioclimatic pergola, double garage (49m²), and a mezzanine for storage complete this stunning property! A must-see, guaranteed love at first sight! Contact me 7/7 for more information.Agency fees borne by the seller. Energy display information on this property: ENERGY class C index 86 and CLIMATE class C index 16. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed, including the legal obligation of clearing brush, is available on the Géorisques website: http://www.georisques.gouv.fr. This real estate advertisement was drawn up under the editorial responsibility of Ms. Nathalie Martin, independent real estate agent (without holding funds), commercial agent of SAS I@D France registered with the RSAC of CHARTRES under the number 893953208, holder of the real estate canvassing card on behalf of I@D France SAS.
…By Iad France
Poigny la Forêt (near Rambouillet): superb residence offering 420m² of living space with outbuildings, set on 6,517m² of wooded grounds bordered at the rear by the Guesle river. A bucolic setting with no neighbours, free from any nuisance. The mansion offers 420m² of living space on three levels, with decorative features that elegantly highlight the quality of the materials (marble, oak-panelled terracotta tiles, coffered ceilings, stained glass windows, solid oak door and window frames, etc.). All rooms are spacious and light-filled. The 90m² south-facing living/dining room has a fireplace and access to the terrace. There is a fitted kitchen with access to the garden, a lift and a bedroom with a fireplace and shower room on the ground floor. The first floor functions as a separate apartment with a kitchen, small lounge, 79m² master bedroom with access to the terrace, dressing room, bathroom and shower room. On the second floor, there is a large mezzanine, two bedrooms and a bathroom. The landscaped garden level of approximately 144m² includes a laundry room, a large office with fireplace, a small chapel and a wine cellar. Two outbuildings, including a guest house (to be renovated) with 57m² of living space, a covered courtyard, a double garage, two garages (former stables) above which is an apartment of approximately 72m². All shops, schools and the train station for Paris Montparnasse are in Rambouillet. Refurbishment (main house) and renovation work (outbuildings) required. A rare opportunity due to its proximity to Paris and its natural environment free from any nuisance. Contact Elisabeth Rossines +33(0)6 74 00 90 38 ‘Information about the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr’
…By Barnes Proprietes & Chateaux
Ideally located in Poigny La Forêt, elegant half-timbered construction of 370 m2 of living space on a one hectare plot with swimming pool and jacuzzi, all surrounded by the forest and free from any nuisance. It is by a sumptuous staircase with stone balusters and 120 m2 of mineral terrace in esplanade that one reaches to its vast entrance hall of 23 m2 with burgundy stone floor with cabochon, which distributes a dining room of 30 m2 with glazed half-timberings with view on swimming pool, a large winter living room of 80 m2 with bay windows, stone fireplace and view on terrace and forest, a kitchen of 23 m2, a bedroom of 40 m2 with a English wooden fireplace with chiseled trumeau plasterboard, solid oak partitioned floor tiles and a very large bathroom in real marble. On the 1st floor, 3/4 bedrooms, 2 shower rooms, 2 toilets. The basement of 220 m2 is finished. It has five meeting rooms or workshops, with cupboards, a bathroom, a toilet, a boiler room and laundry room, a garage for 2 cars and a woodshed. A swimming pool with bar and jacuzzi, surrounded by a 70 m2 terrace sets the festive decor of this set. All shops and supermarkets in Rambouillet 5 kilometers away. School and bus on site, train station 8 minutes by car. Paris Montparnasse 30 minutes away. A judicious blend of modernism and tradition, this achievement, whose services seduce by the luxury of its materials and its undeniable charm, inspires a feeling of isolation and full nature 40 minutes from Paris. A must see. « Les informations sur les risques auxquels ce bien est exposé sont disponibles sur le site Géorisques : www.georisques.gouv.fr»
…By Barnes Proprietes & Chateaux
Located in the heart of Poigny-la-Forêt, this magnificent equestrian property covers 350 sqm of living space. Offering an exceptional setting, it combines the charm of authenticity with high-end services, all in a preserved and green environment. Located on an 8-hectare estate that is fully fenced, this characterful residence benefits from direct access to the Rambouillet national forest. This exceptional property includes quality equestrian facilities as well as a spacious living space with beautiful services. As soon as you enter, you will be seduced by a vast living room of more than 100 sqm, offering a breathtaking view of the surrounding nature. The house has five comfortable bedrooms, including a master suite with terrace. A heated swimming pool of 13 x 7 meters, accompanied by its pool house, invites you to relax. The equestrian facilities include 7 boxes with the possibility of extension, a tack room, a straw barn, a seed barn, as well as a paddock and a walker for 4 horses. An independent apartment of 60 sqm overlooks the boxes, ideal for accommodating your guests or staff. Just a few minutes from Rambouillet, this property offers a unique living environment, combining tranquility and proximity to amenities. ENERGY CLASS: F / CLIMATE CLASS: F Estimated average amount of annual energy expenditure for standard use, established from 2021 energy prices: between EUR6,710 and EUR9,140. Contact: Hiba PROTAIS 07 60 88 34 97 RSAC: 925 249 500 VERSAILLES
…By Espaces Atypiques Yvelines
Located in Poigny-la-Forêt, in the heart of a natural setting near Rambouillet, this characterful house offers approximately 243 sqm of living space. Built on a large, wooded plot, it charms with its authenticity and potential for expansion. Nestled in a verdant setting, this family home offers a warm and unique atmosphere. Its traditional architecture, combined with quality materials, gives the property undeniable charm, enhanced by generous proportions and abundant natural light. From the moment you enter, the tone is set with spacious rooms and a fluid layout. The ground floor features a living room and dining room with comfortable proportions, perfect for entertaining, as well as a separate kitchen offering excellent design possibilities. The layout also allows for the creation of a fourth bedroom on the ground floor, providing real flexibility. Upstairs, three bedrooms comprise the sleeping area. Outbuildings and a cellar complete the property. The property requires some updating, offering ample opportunity for personalization. Outside, the nearly 3,000 sq m grounds feature a superb 12x6 m swimming pool, a true invitation to relax in a verdant setting. Just minutes from amenities and main roads, this property benefits from a pleasant living environment that combines nature and accessibility, ideal for a primary or secondary residence. ENERGY RATING: D / CLIMATE RATING: B. Estimated average annual energy costs for standard use, based on energy prices for 2021, 2022, and 2023: between EUR4,960 and EUR6,760. Contact: Hiba PROTAIS 33 7 60 88 34 97 RSAC: 925 249 500 VERSAILLES (5.00 % fees incl. VAT at the buyer's expense.)
…By Espaces Atypiques Yvelines
The opinion of the consultant from the Béguet Associés agency: This home is a true favorite for lovers of space and serenity, offering spectacular volumes and pervasive light in the heart of the forest. Its rare location in Poigny-la-Forêt guarantees absolute calm and an unobstructed view of a majestic park spanning more than an acre. You will be charmed by the quality of its construction and its particularly warm living area, ideal for entertaining. The perfect orientation enhances every moment, while the pool area invites total relaxation in nature. An exceptional property, both family-friendly and prestigious, which deserves a visit to experience its unique atmosphere.Located in the highly sought-after sector of Western Paris, in the village of Poigny-la-Forêt, the Béguet Associés agency invites you to discover an exceptional home where nature and high-end comfort meet. A Characterful Architecture and Generous Volumes This beautifully constructed property perfectly integrates into its forested environment. From the entrance, you will be captivated by the spectacular volumes of the house, offering a rare sense of space and freedom. The distribution of the rooms has been designed to combine conviviality and intimacy. A Living Space Bathed in Light The living area, the true heart of the house, offers a particularly pleasant atmosphere thanks to its ideal orientation. The large openings allow abundant natural light to enter and reveal a completely unobstructed view of the park, with no overlooking. Comfort for the Whole Family With its 5 spacious bedrooms, the house comfortably accommodates families and guests. Each space benefits from the absolute tranquility characteristic of this privileged setting in the heart of the Rambouillet forest. An Enchanted Exterior Built on a forest park of over an acre (10,386 m²), the property features a garden with varied essences. For your moments of relaxation, a very pleasant pool perfectly integrated with the terrace completes this idyllic picture, promising you superb summer days in total privacy. Key Features: • Rare Location: In the heart of the forest, protected environment. • High Standards: Beautiful volumes, quality construction. • Exterior: Majestic park and pool. • Absolute Calm: A true refuge less than an hour from Paris. For any information or visit requests. Open standard 24/24 – 7/7. Tel: 01 84 19 04 19 or 0607624659This description has been automatically translated from French.
…By Agence Béguet Associes
The advertiser did not provide an english description for this listing.
…By Agence Duchesse Anne
Large forest property covering nearly 6.5 hectares with direct access to the Rambouillet state forest, comprising several buildings covering approximately 500 m2 and equestrian facilities. Main house: large reception areas, 6 bedrooms, south and west facing. Beautiful wine cellar. Guest house and outbuildings: independent apartment, 7 horse boxes, tack room with kitchen, toilet and laundry room, large garages and attics, shelters... Beautiful wooded and maintained land, a large open area for the garden, walker and arena for horses, greenhouse, large swimming pool heated by heat pump and pool house with barbecue area. Drilling for water recovery. An additional plot of approximately 7 hectares rented from meadow and forest.
…By Agence Duchesse Anne
Exclusive. Tucked away from prying eyes in the highly sought-after village of Poigny-la-Forêt, at the edge of the Rambouillet National Forest, this spacious property combines elegance, high-quality finishes, and a rare art of living. The spaciousness is immediately striking upon entering. A spacious reception hall, enhanced by a majestic staircase, reveals an architectural design crafted to offer light, expansive views, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. The reception areas flow harmoniously around a vast double living room featuring a fireplace, a dining room that extends into an elegant lounge, and large floor-to-ceiling windows opening onto the indoor pool. The kitchen, both functional and inviting, completes this space dedicated to entertaining as well as family life. The ground floor also features a comfortable suite with a bathroom, a walk-in closet, and seamlessly integrated service areas. A true hallmark of the property, the indoor pool offers an exceptional wellness space, allowing you to enjoy swimming all year round. The first floor features a library lounge and a landing leading to four bedrooms, including a master suite with a walk-in closet; each bedroom has its own bathroom and toilet, as well as ample storage space. The top floor reveals a vast attic space offering multiple possibilities for conversion: a private lounge, a gym, an artist’s studio, or a recreational area. Complemented featuring a bathroom, a separate toilet, and storage space. The full basement meets even the most demanding expectations with a double garage, a cellar, a laundry room, a game room with a built-in bar, a fully equipped home theater, an office, and utility spaces. A double garage and outdoor parking for 10 vehicles. Just a few minutes from Rambouillet, its shops, and its train station—and less than an hour from Paris—this exclusive location offers a rare balance of nature, serenity, and comfort.
…By Kretz & Partners
LA CHAUMIERE Agency presents, EXCLUSIVELY, this charming renovated period house, within walking distance of all amenities. It comprises: On the ground floor: Entrance hall, fitted and equipped kitchen, shower room, living room with fireplace (insert), second living room with wood-burning stove, storage room, WC with washbasin, utility room (technical room). Upstairs: Landing/office, four bedrooms. Terrace. Detached garage. A REAL GEM, in a quiet location, just steps from amenities: VIEWING HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Energy Performance Certificate: D. Ref: M202916 (5.00 % fees incl. VAT at the buyer's expense.)
…By Agence La Chaumière
Maison à vendre proche Maintenon. Au calme, jolie maison sur terrain de 2000 m² environ comprenant : cuisine, séjour, salon, cinq chambres, deux salles de bains, une salle d'eau. Cave d'époque. Mérite une visite. (4.00 % fees incl. VAT at the buyer's expense.)
…By Agence La Chaumière
LA CHAUMIERE AGENCY presents: In a village with a school, between Nogent le Roi and Maintenon, this old property comprising: On the ground floor: An entrance hall, a fitted and equipped kitchen opening onto the living room, two bedrooms with private shower room - toilet, boiler room/laundry room, small living room with fireplace, Upstairs: A landing room with an office space leading to a bedroom, a living room, a master suite [bedroom, bathroom (whirlpool bath, shower, toilet, double sink) and dressing room] Garage - workshop, Large terrace of 100 sqm Automated gate An outbuilding to be finished (room with kitchen area, shower room/toilet, bedroom). All on an enclosed and wooded plot of 2600 sqm with an ornamental pond. Ref: M202859 (3.95 % fees incl. VAT at the buyer's expense.)
…By Agence La Chaumière
Located in a quiet cul-de-sac, this large modern house built in 2012 with very high quality materials will charm you with its spacious volumes and its indoor pool overlooking the garden.Ideal for family life where everyone finds their private space, you will find a living area of over 130 m², a toilet, an entrance hall, a 40 m² swimming pool, a double garage and a laundry room on the ground floor. Upstairs, a large mezzanine serves 3 bedrooms each with their own shower room and a suite with a bathtub, shower and dressing area. A landscaped garden of 1800 m² backing onto the forest with a terrace and its bioclimatic pergola.The stated price includes the agency fees payable by the buyer of 4% including tax, which means a price excluding agency fees of 933,000 euros.This description has been automatically translated from French.
…By Sud Ouest Immo 78
Adainville (50 mn from Paris, 15 mn from Montfort l'Amaury), lovely unoverlooked property in perfect condition, bright 300 m², opening onto a terrace of over 100 m². Set in 2.7ha of parkland, with a pond on the edge of the forest. On the first floor, the house comprises a large entrance hall with dressing room, a 50 m² living room with the comfort of a large old fireplace, offering three exposures to take full advantage of the park. The second wing features a dining room and kitchen, also benefiting from the three exposures and the park. A master suite and a study. Upstairs, divided into two parts, a master suite, then six bedrooms, two shower rooms and an office. Basement: cinema room, gym with hammam, games room, workshop, laundry room. To complete the ensemble, a carport for three cars and outbuildings. Montfort l'Amaury train station is 15 minutes away. Contact Elisabeth Rossines agent commercial EI +33(0)6 74 00 90 38 Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr.
…By Barnes Proprietes & Chateaux
Beautiful family homeIn a quiet area, in a highly sought-after and protected village, 45 minutes from Paris (N12 access), close to the Chevreuse Valley forest, this family home of approximately 185 m² includes seven rooms, five of which are bedrooms overlooking a large wooded plot of 6,778 m² and has undergone a complete renovation using quality materials. The layout of the various rooms in this warm and bright house offers modern comfort. The enclosed and wooded land of 6,672 m², part of which is buildable, provides large spaces for play and relaxation. - On the ground floor: an open kitchen leading to the terrace and garden, two living rooms, one with a fireplace, a bedroom, and a large bathroom (with laundry room). - Upstairs: four bedrooms and three shower rooms, one of which has separate outdoor access. - Independent heating room, workshop - Buildable part of the land. In addition: A space for a tractor and gardening tools. Georisks: Information about the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the site https://www.georisques.gouv.fr/.This description has been automatically translated from French.
…By Giverny-immoprestige
3678 Mixed residential/office property in Yvelines, 1,720,000 Adainville, Yvelines (78), 1 hour from Paris Surface totale de 1 681 m2 (& surface totale utile de 1 442 m2) - 22 pièces au total, - 9 chambres, 6 salles de bain et 9 toilettes, - Surface total du parc de 2 hectares. It is rare to find a property that so perfectly combines space, privacy, and proximity to Paris. This 1,442 sq m (15,000 sq ft) estate unfolds within a 2-hectare (1.2-acre) enclosed park, offering complete privacy, five interconnected ponds, and is watched over by centuries-old oak trees. Four contiguous buildingsthe main house, a self-contained office wing, a secondary house, and a garden chaletform a rare, cohesive, and immediately habitable ensemble. THE MAIN HOUSE: 1,045 sq m (10,000 sq ft) Discreet from the street, the property reveals itself entirely from the park, facing south. The ground floor is arranged around a spacious living room opening onto the pool, a custom-made bar crafted by artisans, a fully equipped kitchen with a double island, and a dining room with a fireplace. Upstairs: six suites, including a master suite with a dressing room and private terrace, a cinema room, a fitness area, and a library. The centerpiece: a heated indoor pool under a veranda, bathed in light, offering a 180° view of the grounds. A vaulted cellar, a three-car garage, and over 150 m² of completely open space complete the property. THE OFFICE WING: 207 m² of independent space A completely independent office with its own entrance, gate, and parking, separate from the main residence. A large, light-filled open-plan space with exposed beams, ideal for receiving clients, developing a business, or working remotely without ever encroaching on family life. Liberal profession, creative studio, workshop, agency, head office: such a combination of professional spaces under one roof is almost unheard of. THE SECOND HOME 165 m² self-contained A complete and independent living space within the same grounds, featuring a living room with fireplace, open-plan kitchen, ground-floor bedroom, and two mezzanine bedrooms. Ideal as a guest house, caretaker's quarters, or staff accommodation. THE GROUNDS 2 hectares enclosed Five interconnected ponds fed by their natural springs, centuries-old oak trees over 300 years old, a landscaped greenhouse, vegetable garden, orchard, and chicken coop. A natural stone terrace surrounds the house. PERFORMANCE & TECHNICAL FEATURES DPE double A (62 kWh/m²/year · 3 kgCO/m²/year · valid until December 2031). Two air-to-water heat pumps, underfloor heating, solar thermal panels, double glazing, fiber optic internet, electric vehicle charging station, alarm system, and remote monitoring. Sold furnished, grounds maintenance equipment included. Asbestos and lead negative. LOCATION Adainville, Yvelines. 1 hour from Paris (N12/A12). Houdan train station 10 minutes away, Paris-Montparnasse in under an hour. Orly Airport 40 minutes away. Price: 1,720,000 (Agency fees included) - Fees payable by the seller Full details available upon request. Contact us 7 days a week, from 8 am to 11 pm. Mr. Bernard Scaduto Tel.: +33 (0) 662 221 314 Email: [email protected] KALLISTE PROPERTIES INTERNATIONAL LUXURY REAL ESTATE offers a wide selection of prestigious properties and apartments, including seaside villas, throughout the Porto-Vecchio region, Corsica, on the mainland, and internationally. YACHTS, JETS AND CHARTERS Website: www.kalliste-properties.com Website: www.yachtsjetscharters.com MIAMI PRESTIGE: Miami Penthouse Collection Website: corsica-properties-collection-international.com KALLISTE PROPERTIES INTERNATIONAL LUXURY REAL ESTATE offers a selection of exceptional properties. Specialists in luxury real estate transactions in Corsica, Europe, and internationally. Contact us 7 days a week at +33 (0)662 221 314. We have a confidential portfolio of exceptional properties.
…By Kalliste Properties
In the heart of RAMBOUILLET, in a neighborhood close to the town center and the CASTLE PARK. Spacious FAMILY HOME, BBC standard (Energy Class A), featuring a BRIGHT entrance, a living room of approximately 65 sqm with its WOOD-BURNING STOVE, an open fitted and equipped kitchen, a bedroom with shower room, a separate WC, and a utility room. Upstairs, a mezzanine leads to a master suite with bedroom, shower room and dressing area, 3 additional bedrooms, a bathroom, and a separate WC. GARAGE. All set on a 1,070 sqm ENCLOSED plot with gate, PAVED driveway, and PARKING.
…By Toulzac & Nowak Immobilier
*** EXCLUSIVELY at TOULZAC & NOWAK Immobilier *** Less than 1 HOUR from the center of PARIS, in YVELINES, a sought-after area, close to the RAMBOUILLET DOMANIAL FOREST. In the village of Emancé, 7 minutes from the TER STATION (Navigo), direct trains to Paris-MONTPARNASSE in 35 minutes. Large EQUESTRIAN PROPERTY of approximately 2 HECTARES including: a heavy goods vehicle entrance, a large car park, a manure, a silo, an agricultural storage shed, 6 outdoor boxes with tack room, a 20 x 40 m "JAMES" watered laminated riding arena, an adjoining stable of 4 boxes with 1 tack room and 2 treatment areas. The property also includes numerous paddocks / meadows with shelters, 2 very large foaling boxes, another agricultural building composed of 2 storage bays, 1 stable of 4 boxes with storage space and care room, a stable of 3 boxes with saddlery, a watered career of 30 x 60 m. Tarmac paths. The residential house space has a separate private entrance. There is a very BRIGHT main house including, on the ground floor; : an entrance, a dressing room, a kitchen, a living-dining room with FIREPLACE insert, an office/bedroom, a separate toilet. Upstairs, a landing serves 3 bedrooms, a shower room, a separate toilet, a master suite including a bathroom and a toilet. East/West exposure. The most beautiful sunrises and sunsets in the region... Convertible attic. A garage-workshop with attic. Fully communicating, 3 APPT. independent each comprising a living room with kitchenette, a shower room, a toilet, a bedroom upstairs. Completes the whole thing a two-storey residential EXTENSION to be finished. Ideal equestrian center, owners' stable or even private property. Another meadow of approximately 1.8 hectares is sold with the property.
…By Toulzac & Nowak Immobilier
The advertiser did not provide an english description for this listing.
…By Agence Duchesse Anne
In the heart of the Rambouillet national forest, this exceptional property of 3.5 hectares with hundred-year-old trees was created during the 1937 Universal Exhibition by the famous architect Pierre Petit. The 465m2 house is built on 4 habitable levels. Very bright with beautiful high ceilings, the house is remarkable for its conservation in its original architecture on which several renowned artists have intervened such as the sculptors Jean René Debarre and Georges Guyot and the master glassmaker and mosaicist Joseph Jean Kef Ray; many of the lights are by Perzel. The ground floor is composed of a superb entrance, a lounge bar and many rooms formerly devoted to service. Upstairs the kitchen opens onto a dining room and a double living room which opens onto a large terrace with a panoramic and plunging view of the park. The upper levels serve 6 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, as well as a room with a billiard table. The property has outbuildings, garages, a rose garden, fields, boxes, and an equestrian grass arena.
…By Toulzac & Nowak Immobilier
(3.95 % fees incl. VAT at the buyer's expense.)
…By Agence De La Poule Faisane & Du Vieil Orme
The advertiser did not provide an english description for this listing.
…By Archik Paris
EXCLUSIVELY with TOULZAC & NOWAK Real Estate RAMBOUILLET in the SOUGHT-AFTER NEIGHBORHOOD “La croisée des bois”. Very BRIGHT BBC house of approximately 145 m2 on the ground floor including on the ground floor an entrance, a double living room with open kitchen, toilet, laundry room. Upstairs, a landing, 2 bedrooms, a bathroom, a separate toilet, a master suite with shower room. Numerous CUPBOARDS. An office. CONVERTIBLE attic. Large wooden TERRACE. SOUTHERN EXPOSURE. The whole on a plot of 255 m2. GARAGE and 2 PARKING spaces. NO WORK required.
…By Toulzac & Nowak Immobilier
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