luxury houses for sale Laudun-l'Ardoise, France (page 25)

A 17th century farmhouse in the heart of the Gard Garrigues, a precious testimony to centuries of pastoral life. The various buildings, with their thick limestone walls, are part of a series of edifices that were erected starting in the 17th century. They surround a courtyard, a space which links and protects the different farm activities. Called a 'barn' in the 18th century, this agricultural building consisted of a single structure to the north and an elevation at right angles to the east. Today, only four massive stone pillars remain, distributed around the courtyard. The development of the other two wings still standing today had to wait until the 19th century, when the cultivation of mulberry trees - of which fine specimens remain in the park - developed. At that time, silkworm breeding was at its peak, until a devastating epidemic, pepper disease, ravaged most of the farms in the Gard. The architectural style of the eastern wing presents all the typical characteristics of a silkworm farm: a long, narrow and tall building, two storeys high, with small regular openings and a gable roof, with a chimney for the ventilation and heating necessary for the growth of the 'Magnans” (greedy silkworms). The second wing on the western side was built for the staff who were required to live on the premises. The windows, which are larger in size, receive generous sunlight from the west. From the windows facing the sunset, the view encompasses the surrounding garrigue shrublands as well as the flock of sheep from the neighbouring village that regularly graze nearby. To the north, the building has remained in its original state with, on the lower level, solid cross vaults which sheltered the animals under the hayloft above. The courtyard facades are entirely lime-rendered and those visible from the outside - with the exception of the east wing - show bonded rubble limestone. The gable roofs are clad with monk-and-nun tiles.

In the French department of Gard, the listed Carthusian monastery of Valbonne and its growing estate founded in 1204. Taking up a small, 43 ha valley which constitutes its forest and vineyard, the Carthusian monastery of Valbonne is a vast property complex, the buildings of which are essentially grouped around 2 courtyards and 2 cloisters in accordance with their original purpose. Founded in 1203 but partially rebuilt and redesigned in the 17th century following the damage caused by the French Wars of Religion, modified and completed in line with its successive uses, the appearance of the monastery nevertheless still resembles its original contours. It was classified as a French historic monument in 1959 and 1974. Although its initial vocation as a place of worship and spirituality is now over, the farm estate has, however, been developed predominantly as a vineyard. At the same time, it is open to the general public for visits and is also part of a hotel and catering activity. History The occupation of what was until then a small, anonymous valley in the heart of a dense forest over one thousand years old began in the 11th century with the construction of a convent for Benedictine nuns. Our-Lady-of-Bondilhon, built in a forest and isolated, became unsafe and was abandoned at the end of the 12th century, having been occupied by the nuns for two centuries. The Bishop of Uzès of the time, Guilhem-de-Vénéjan, worrying about the Cathar heresy spreading amongst the estates belonging to the Count of Toulouse, appealed to the order of Carthusian monks and gave them permission to construct a new monastery in place of the deserted convent. The Order’s 41st house was thus founded on 10 February 1204. Having reclaimed and cleared the land, ten or so monks set up home there. This marshy valley, made fertile through the Carthusian monks’ work, then became “vallis bona” or Valbonne. Conflicts with the neighbouring priory of Saint-Pierre-de-Saint-Saturnin-du-Port in a first instance, followed by looting during the One Hundred Years War and, above all, devastation caused by the Wars of Religion did not spare the new Carthusian monastery. In 1585, it was destroyed, looted and burnt. Monks, sent from the head monastery, began rebuilding it as of 1593. The reconstruction of the Great Cloister and the Entrance Gateway was also started at this time. A new church was then built between 1770 and 1780. The French Revolution in 1789 put an end to the expansion of this community of Carthusian monks. The last father left Valbonne on 1 October 1790. Having become national property and deconsecrated as well as looted once again, Valbonne’s Carthusian monastery then fell into ruin. On 28 January 1836, Carthusian monks bought back the monastery. Restored and completed with new buildings, a community of monks following the Rule of Saint Bruno lived there until 1901. The abandoned building was once again bought at auction in 1926 by Pastor-Philadelphe-Delord who then founded a protestant association for helping victims of tropical diseases there; the ASVMT still owns the monastery.

In this place of delights, I will rest my thoughts and my spirit’ – this is a heritage oasis of greenery... which if you know how to listen, whispers its poetry. A verdant setting that has already served as a muse for more than one poet. Under a starry sky, which reflects the intangible heritage of the life of the people of yesteryear, this magical jewel, in the heart of the ducal city, is without a doubt one of the most beautiful residences in Uzès. This vast, luminous 19th-century stone house has been superbly restored and is the epitome of refinement. Around 250 square metres of living space are spread over three levels, served by a magnificent period staircase and a very comfortable lift. The living room is spacious, followed by a fully fitted and equipped kitchen, opening onto a beautifully landscaped garden with a magnificent view of the Duchy and the Fenestrelle Tower, five beautiful bedrooms and every possible amenity. Serenity, peace and quiet rub shoulders with beauty, luxury and pleasure. Although only a minute's walk from the Place aux Herbes, there is no noise pollution to disturb the peace and quiet. Served by a large double staircase, the ground floor, which opens onto the garden through very wide French windows, comprises a large entrance hall with a high semi-circular vault, a vast, light-filled, modern kitchen with a central island, a dining room, a study and a large lounge-library with all amenities. The first and second floors are reserved for the five bedrooms, all of which boast the highest levels of comfort and beautiful bathrooms. There are two suites on the first floor, including a master suite with a large private dressing room; three bedrooms on the second floor with views, a bathroom and an attic. The house features very high-quality coloured aluminium door and window frames, most of which are sliding doors: an incomparable level of comfort that gives the house a resolutely contemporary feel. The exterior features two leafy gardens and a vegetable patch; the first has a swimming pool and the second a pergola with a cover that can be opened on request. There are plenty of shaded areas for meditation...or to accompany a glass of local wine. For parking, the house also has garages for several vehicles, an enviable feature when you consider how difficult it is to park in the town. Authentic and atypical, this house draws on raw, natural materials to create a unique atmosphere. It's time to discover this magnificent period home, whose cosy, chic interior is the result of a renovation carried out with passion! A property selected by Botella Real Estate (since 1989). Agency fees are to be paid by the vendor. Ref: 2643

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Overlooking the Duchy of Uzès and just a few minutes from all amenities, this traditional farmhouse has recently been lovingly restored, using quality materials, and it combines both character and modernity. The fully enclosed grounds of over 4,000m² feature a 12x6m swimming pool with a recently renovated gel-coat lining and automatic chlorine filtration system. In addition to mains water, a 45m deep borehole supplies the property with sufficient water all year round. The farmhouse has a total living area of 190m2 and offers considerable scope for further development. The superb anthracite aluminium double-glazed windows and the south-facing pergola highlight the stonework of the façade. The serene atmosphere that emanates as soon as you enter confirms the excellent restoration: the natural stone floors contrast with the luminosity of the rooms and a wide opening created with long metal beams between the kitchen and the dining room enlarges the volumes. The entrance hall features an antique fireplace and a vaulted ceiling dating from 1840. The kitchen was designed by a local craftsman and features a beautiful solid oak worktop. The living room and all the rooms on the ground floor open southwards through French windows onto a huge deactivated concrete terrace. There is an adjoining outbuilding on the same level as the lounge, comprising two rooms with a surface area of approx. 35 m² that could be used to extend the lounge and/or create an additional bedroom on one level. The night space, with its superb old doors, has 3 comfortable bedrooms. The first has an ensuite bathroom and toilet, with a surface area of around 30m². The other two bedrooms also have access to two further bathrooms and toilets. On the same level, there is an attic with sloping ceilings of approx. 30m² that could be converted, as well as a larger attic space on the second floor of approx. 60m². This space could be converted into two additional bedrooms. Laundry room and guest toilet. Restoration: the flooring, bathrooms and plumbing, electricity, insulation, heating, etc., as well as the septic tank, have all been completed within the last 3 years. A charming outbuilding housing 3 garages with a surface area of approx. 70m² has been finished with a double overhanging cornice and traditional tiling. There is also a slab at the north-west corner of the property's walls that could be made into a carport for several vehicles (approx. 4x9m). Town gas central heating. A property selected by Botella Real Estate - Uzès. réf 2572

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Between Uzes and Avignon, in countryside planted with vines, olive groves, lavender and oak woodland, this authentic 18th century property, a former silk worm farm, is in the heart of a character village with stone houses. The sun-bathed village offers all the charm and qualities that are so sought-after in Provence, with nearby shops and bathing spots. Two large wings form the L-shaped building and there are several outbuildings, the former village bread oven, a lovely swimming pool and grand solarium, all in a leafy park of 2500m², enclosed by stone walls. This rare property has preserved all its richness and ancestral spirit thanks to the authentic materials of its construction and it offers potential living space of more than 620m². The first part of the building offers a home of 270m², with 3 bedrooms, 2 of which are en-suite, 2 duplex, 1 guest room, a kitchen and living room with fireplace which both open onto a large terrace shaded by large trees. The second part of the building offers 350m² over two levels: 6 bedrooms with bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, terraces, a large courtyard and vaulted cellars as well as a lovely large room which could accommodate seminars or other events…Several outbuildings: 78m² garage, laundry, vaulted cellars, summer kitchen, gallery, workshops and rooms to be renovated…The history of this magnificent property continues today as it regularly hosts artists and celebrities desiring to visit the region. Come and discover its exceptional potential, the lifestyle and serenity it offers and experience being surrounded by its beautiful décor and environment! Agency fees to be paid by the vendor. Botella and Sons (since1989). Ref: 11267

Magnificent farmhouse for sale in a picturesque village with all local amenities, idyllically located just 15 minutes from Uzès. Tucked away in lush verdant surroundings, the property offers a peaceful environment in which to recharge your batteries. Presenting a living area of approximately 195 sq.m, the ground floor comprises a living room decorated with a magnificent stone fireplace, a dining room adjoining the kitchen, a bedroom with wood heater, a shower room with toilet and a utility area. Upstairs, you will find four bedrooms, as well as two bathrooms. The outdoor areas are a veritable oasis of calm, featuring a large swimming pool that is ideal for moments of relaxation and refreshment on sunny days. In addition, a large garage of approximately 50 sq.m offers a practical storage space for vehicles or equipment. This property exudes Provençal charm, offering an exceptional living setting just a 2-minute walk from the village. Don't miss this unique opportunity to own this unspoiled and enchanting residence, while remaining close to the region's amenities and attractions.

It is at the gates of Uzès that we offer this elegant stone house in the 'Magnanerie' style and its landscaped garden of more than 8200sqm. Facing south, with an area of 252sqm on two levels, for your comfort it offers generous volumes, comfortable and functional spaces. From the entrance you discover a fully equipped and fitted kitchen, extended by a living room/lounge with fireplace and skylight. The set of approximately 85sqm and its exposed beams opens onto a large terrace with a view of the garden. This level is completed by a bedroom, a bathroom as well as a laundry room and a pretty cellar of more than 20sqm. It is on the upper level, by a beautiful stone staircase, that you access the lounge et relaxation area of approximately 35sqm enjoying an almost panoramic view. Two bedrooms, a master suite and a bathroom complete this floor. To complete it all, in the heart of the landscaped garden, a magnificent 10x8m mirror swimming pool and its poolhouse will allow you to enjoy the hot summer days. Ideally located, without vis-à-vis, calm and serenity are the key words of this beautiful stone house with crazy charm! ENERGY CLASS: B / CLIMATE CLASS A

Comfort, city center and elegance can characterize this contemporary achievement offering more than 230sqm of living space with garden and swimming pool in the heart of Uzès. As soon as you enter, you will be struck by the generous volumes and the decorative choice of this town house with exterior. Subtle black rubs shoulders with the finesse of natural wood in a creation of tailor-made storage. The kitchen is arranged to benefit its guests. It opens onto this large living room with fully sliding windows. Open, you can enjoy a very pleasant real inside outside! This very bright property has four complete suites, one of which is on the ground floor. The first floor also has a mezzanine/secondary living room or office space and a terrace with no view. To complete everything, the house is equipped with underfloor heating, air conditioning, a softener and centralized vacuuming The swimming pool is heated and the fully enclosed garden has automatic watering. A very practical laundry room and a comfortable garage complete the property. Contact Virginie 06 77 39 33 14 ENERGY CLASS: B (79) / CLIMATE CLASS: A (2) Estimated average amount of annual energy expenditure for standard use, established from energy prices for the year 2021 : between EUR1120 and EUR1570

Discover this high-end 187sqm villa with swimming pool and garden offering contemporary luxury in the heart of a preserved oak grove. It is located in a very popular village just 4km from Uzès. It is within an exclusive group of five villas that we offer you this rare property, for sale off-plan (VEFA) allowing customization and choice of services at Porcelanosa. This architectural pearl combines comfort and elegance, distinguished by its generous living room of 63sqm, offering a pleasant living room and a kitchen with pantry. It offers high ceilings, large sliding windows which open onto a spacious sunny terrace of 98sqm and a garden. Finally, five bedrooms with bathroom and cupboards, one of which is on the ground floor, as well as a beautiful entrance with cloakroom and bench seat, all combining raw materials, local stones and generous volumes. On the exterior side, a carefully landscaped entrance, a landscaped garden of 1055m2 which will be composed of local, resistant and perennial species, while relying on the already existing vegetation. You will enjoy a salt swimming pool, shower and a summer kitchen for moments of relaxation and sharing. The enclosing walls are made with an eye for detail, ensuring both privacy and aesthetics. In addition, automatic garden watering guarantees easy maintenance and absolute comfort. In terms of services, immerse yourself in a world of refinement where noble materials blend harmoniously with local stones. This villa offers large bay windows, beautiful volumes in the living room, parquet flooring and pocket joinery for the bedrooms, Vers Stone bases, large format tiles, full height earthenware in the bathrooms, ducted air conditioning and heating in airzone. The facilities include a spacious 30sqm garage as well as a technical room. This exceptional villa offers superior quality services, and suggests the Mediterranean art of living in all its splendor. Delivery of this luxury villa is scheduled for the 1st quarter of 2026 and benefits from reduced notary fees. Plan on request. An Atypical Spaces exclusive Contact: Virginie 06 77 39 33 14

In the heart of Uzès and close to the famous Place aux Herbes, you will discover this old mansion of 203 sqm with garden and swimming pool. Crossing, at the front of the house a beautiful intimate courtyard of approximately 120sqm allows parking, which is a real luxury in Uzès! At the back, quiet and out of sight, a 35sqm terrace and a large garden surrounded by trees and greenery, completely enclosed, it is a true haven of peace, its 10x4 heated swimming pool and its land pétanque promises you moments of relaxation with family or friends. Inside and upon entering, you will discover a spacious living room of more than 80 sqm, offering lounge, living room and open kitchen. Warm and cocooning, this space invites you to sit in an armchair and enjoy its superb fireplace! Its large bay windows flood the reception room with natural light and offer a pleasant view of the garden. It is via a very beautiful staircase that you will access the sleeping area. On the first floor, three comfortable bedrooms including a 30sqm master suite with bathroom and dressing room. On the top floor, a guest bedroom with shower room and toilet, as well as a dormitory. To complete everything, a magnificent 50sqm covered terrace offers a breathtaking view of the Duchy of Uzès and the roofs of the city. The ground floor also offers a surface area of approximately 90sqm accessible from the house and from the courtyard. This space offers a laundry room, a technical room and a wine cellar and the possible creation of a 45sqm apartment. In terms of services: Gas central heating, air conditioning in the bedrooms, double-glazed steel joinery, parquet flooring, terracotta, optical fiber, automatic watering connected to a borehole, automatic gate? Don't miss the discovery of this nugget, lots of character for this rare property in the heart of Uzès! Virginie DPE C / CLIMATE CLASS C Estimated average amount of annual energy expenditure for standard use, established based on energy prices for the year 2021: between EUR1,950 and EUR2,700. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisks website: www. georisks.gouv.fr.

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Located a few minutes by foot from the charming village of Castillon du Gard, this house was built in 2020 using materials of the highest quality. Sitting on 4,500 sq.m of living area, it offers a beautiful interior including four bedrooms in the main house, as well as an apartment with its own entrance that could easily be rented out on a seasonal basis.

A few minutes from UZES and in the immediate vicinity of a village offering all amenities, a charming villa of 150 m² overlooking a wooded garden of approximately 2600 m² decorated with a 9X4 salt swimming pool with liner, all in a quiet area. On the ground floor we find an entrance with storage, a fitted kitchen and a dining room with a peeling stove opening onto a living room with a wood stove with a total surface area of 70 m². A covered south-facing terrace opening onto the swimming pool and various outbuildings including the possibility of creating an additional bedroom with bathroom. Still on the ground floor: toilets, pantry, laundry room, workshop. Upstairs you will find three bedrooms, one with a dressing room, an office. Bathroom with shower and bathtub, separate toilet. In addition a garage, carport for motorhome. The construction of an additional house or an extension seems possible subject to agreement on the issuance of a building permit. A property selected by Botella real estate since 1989. The agency's fees are the responsibility of the seller. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Georisks website. Looking forward to discussing your project. Ref 2614

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A superb estate located just a stone's throw from the ducal city of Uzès, in a peaceful setting on a hillside. The main buildings surround a superb courtyard full of charm, like a patio for relaxing or a private village square awaiting its possible activities, the central place of the mas without doubt, out of time! The building consists of 8 flats: all independent, of varying sizes (from 50m2 to 180m2) and all with a private entrance, kitchenette, shower room and toilet, most with private terraces and garden too. These various units have all been renovated and are very well maintained, making them suitable for a hospitality and/or seasonal rental activity without having to carry out any additional work. There are also 3 large reception rooms (60, 88 and 120m2), ideal for family meals and reunions or receptions of all kinds: weddings, training courses, conferences, seminars, courses, etc. There is also an additional flat of 40m2 (for a caretaker, for example), which can vary in size as it adjoins another flat on one side and a barn with potential on the other. Another 70m2 flat, a massage room and a 20m2 chalet. There is also a professional kitchen, reception area, wc, laundry room, garage, plenty of parking and garden sheds... The outbuildings include a large barn (with electric hook-ups) of more than 190m2 with incredible volumes (10 m high), a workshop-garage with a workshop, a laundry room and a storeroom on the ground floor. Upstairs, there is enormous potential (concrete slab and electrical connections) for future projects. The grounds of more than 4.6 hectares are laid out in a variety of leisure areas: an infinity pool (18x6) with its own relaxation area, another private pool reserved for the largest flat with garden (treated like a house), a petanque court. There are also places to relax and rare vegetation: a private hill between garrigue and woodland, representing 2.4 hectares of the total plot, where everything is possible, including an orchard and henhouse. A superb complex located in one of the most beautiful regions of the south, where hospitality activities are in great demand, there are numerous historic sites( Uzès the superb and its year-round life: truffle month in Uzès in January, the festival of flavours in October and its art of living in general..., the Pont du Gard, the Cèze valley, Avignon and its festival... Where sporting and artistic activities abound: golf, kayaking, mountain biking, climbing, hiking... The property is close to all motorway and rail links (Avignon TGV station 30 minutes away) and Marseille and Montpellier airports. File on request, surface areas are given as a proportion and do not constitute contractual information.

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An incredible building plot in the Uzès countryside, just a five-minute walk from Place aux Herbes. 1,400 sqm that will enable you to build a superb property to your specifications. Treed and with a beautiful stone wall with exposed rock. Electricity and mains drainage are at the gate, so all you need to do is hook it up. A beautiful location in Uzès, a must-see.

In a hamlet just a few minutes from Uzès, a charming property with a splendid, bucolic garden. Comprising a main house and a second house: a former sheepfold that is completely independent, ideal for welcoming friends and family or for seasonal rental, for example. The main house opens onto a courtyard with a charming arbour. On the ground floor, there is a cosy double lounge with its wood-burning stove, then on the other side of the entrance hall, a fitted kitchen with its dining area. Under the staircase is a shower room with wc. The beautiful stone staircase gives access to the first floor, which offers two beautiful bedrooms as well as a majestic suite with study area, dressing room and bathroom (bath and shower) with wc. The house has partly usable attic space and cellars. The former sheepfold is almost opposite the house, in the heart of a magnificent garden with uninterrupted views over the surrounding garrigue. There is a south-facing terrace and a spa ideally placed in this idyllic setting, with views. The garden level opens onto a large living room with lounge and fitted kitchen, a shower room with toilet and storage space. A mezzanine overlooking the living room also provides a comfortable bedroom area. A real haven of peace, ideal for a variety of projects. On request.