luxury houses for sale La Romieu, France

Voici la traduction en anglais : --- Nestled in the heart of a small picturesque hamlet in the Gers, this home embodies the soul and history of the place. The garden charms with its quaint allure, featuring boxwood topiaries that add a touch of elegance, and a charming stone well completes the picture. The house, both imposing and understated, is distinguished by its stone walls that bear witness to the strength of time. Upon entering, one is immediately enveloped by an atmosphere that is both rustic and elegant. The ambiance is instantly welcoming. A large living room with a beautifully beamed ceiling invites joyful family gatherings. Another, cozier lounge is a true haven for moments of relaxation. The study, spacious and bathed in light, provides an ideal setting for studious daydreaming. The kitchen, with its orange tiles, evokes a sweet nostalgia of the 1960s. Next to the kitchen, the dining room lovingly recalls the mealtime memories of our grandmothers. Upstairs, seven spacious bedrooms unfold their charms. Adjacent to the building, a large covered terrace opens up to the surrounding nature. The highlight is the medieval 13th-century tower, standing proudly—both noble and welcoming—ready to host grand celebrations as well as the laughter and play of children. The mere mention of a family home evokes a multitude of images and memories within us. It embodies the warm and comforting idea of a place where every nook tells a story, where laughter still echoes in the walls, and where time seems to stand still to make room for the sweetness of shared moments. This is the very essence of what we envision as a family haven. --- Si vous avez besoin de modifications ou d'autres informations, n'hésitez pas à demander !

Exclusive to Maxwell Baynes - Christies International Real Estate Situated amongst the unspoilt rolling hills of the Gers, and thought to have 13th Century 'Templar' origins, the limestone rural house and chapel is situated close to the historic Pilgrimage route 'The Camino de Santiago -Le Chemin de Compostelle'. The house is described by locals as a 'Bourgeoisie Maison' and has breath-taking views of the French countryside. On clear days from the house terrace the snow topped Pyrenees Mountain range can be seen and the nearby town of Condom is less than a ten-minute drive away. The house has generous sized rooms culminating in a very large high-ceilinged kitchen with large, glazed doors and windows leading onto a generous stone terrace for entertaining and for the best views possible of the surround countryside and distant mountains. There are five bedrooms all ensuite. The stunning entrance hall with historic stone staircase leads to a reception room currently used as a library/sitting room plus a further sitting room with large log burning stove. The house oozes character and style. In the grounds stands the fascinating 13th Century stone chapel. A year-long renovation in 2018 by specialist artisan craftsmen brought the building back to life, resulting in a truly inspirational setting currently beautifully restored and providing a large comfortable space that is adaptable for a variety of uses. Through the two stunning arched entrances and the deep arched window, light streams into the mellow stone interior, the building is very tranquil and unique. The house provides privacy amongst its peaceful setting, a perfect place to wander through the grounds of just under 5 hectares of well stocked garden, meadows, and orchard that surround the house and chapel. There is also a generous swimming pool with a newly installed heat pump. Historic medieval bastide villages, château, and picturesque riverside towns are all in easy reach along with a variety of restaurants and events. Particulars- Exterior Private drive no through traffic and busy road generous car parking Two stone terraces and rear and side of property for entertaining. Separate store and location of oil-fired boiler. Separate tractor and tool store. 13th Century Templar Chapel. House Grand entrance hall with stone staircase. Sitting room with double aspect windows and large recently installed log burner. Additional reception room with door leading onto side patio. Currently used as a secondary sitting room and library. Hallway leading to downstairs cloakroom and separate utility room with sink and plumbing for white goods. Very large kitchen with high open ceilings, two sides of big picture windows and patio doors that fold back to create an ‘inside outside kitchen’ in the summer months. Two sinks, plumbing for large fridge, storage cupboards. Large range cooker. Five bedrooms. All ensuite with bath or shower. Four are large doubles and one is smaller used as a child’s bedroom for small guest room. Patios Two large stone patios, rear of house and side. Metal garden gazebo with vines. Large stone pots with shrubs and flowers. Historic well with safety cover and internal water tap for garden watering. External Electric power points Wooden framed gazebo over patio area for shade.

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Situated in the middle of nature, in a peaceful setting, large, beautiful house of approx. 280 m² with 5 bedrooms, garage, swimming pool, outbuildings and large wooded grounds for sale exclusively from Safti Immobilier. This contemporary house is less than 3km from the pretty town of Condom, Sous Préfecture du Gers (32). Condom has all the shops and amenities, but it is also a town with a rich architectural heritage thanks to its historic past, and a vibrant cultural life with its festivals and cultural exchanges with major European cities. Access to the estate is via a path that takes us away from noise and disturbance, leaving only the peace and quiet of nature. This luminous house has 3 large bedrooms on the ground floor, each with its own private bathroom, a very cosy lounge with a closed fireplace, a second lounge/dining room with a fireplace and a large fitted kitchen with a utility room. On the first floor you will find 2 further large bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. This is a functional house that is very pleasant to live in, with its spacious rooms and perfect layout. To complete this house, a pool house of more than 45m² with its fully equipped summer kitchen and relaxation area overlooks the large swimming pool and covered terrace. In addition, this house has more than 250m² of outbuildings including 1 large garage of almost 95m², a large lean-to to store wood and equipment, a storage room and a large workshop of almost 100m². And what about nature, you might say: a well-kept park of more than 3ha34 surrounds this large house. This park comprises a large garden planted with trees, a large forest, a 4,300m² orchard and a large meadow bordered by a small stream. An ideal place to spend unique moments with family, friends or on your own, enjoying the peace and quiet. No work required, as this well-insulated house boasts all the modern comforts: reversible air conditioning, central heating, large double-glazed windows, electric blinds covering the entire terrace, pool house with UV-resistant double glazing, secure entrance gate, etc. A rare and exceptional property. Please do not hesitate to contact me for further photos and/or information.

There are not enough superlatives to honour this immaculately presented property. Truly the best example of “country in the village”! Well balanced classic design goes hand in hand with modern comfort, creating most delightful spacious and light rooms. All the original features are kept in place to preserve the authenticity. The current owners have done a massive amount of work to the property with an excellent team of craftsmen and architect still leaving some areas with minor work to create further accommodation. A new high tech central heating system on wood pellets will assure an ambient temperature in the winter so it is perfectly suitable for year-round living. Adjoining the property is a delightful terraced garden with lots of different mature trees, pond, large orchard and arable land offering you the real ‘countryside’ feel and being completely private from the small village. A beautiful 4-bedroom guest house, built of the same local limestone offers you another xxx m² of habitable space that looks out to the cosy courtyard surrounded by the old wine barn and large workshop. Further outbuildings complete this lovely property if you want to safely store your precious vehicles. Situated at only 10 minutes from Condom where you’ll find all commodities with the best schools, doctors and dentists.

Located in the pretty and peaceful Bouquerie district of Condom, sub-prefecture of the Gers (32), property for sale by Sati Immobilier. This property comprises 2 houses, a studio, a large courtyard, a well, a swimming pool with pool house of approx. 47 m² and more than 300 m² of garages and outbuildings. The main house, which has not undergone any work as it has been completely and tastefully renovated, spans more than 115m². It has a large living room, an enclosed kitchen, 3 bedrooms with the possibility of adding another without any work being required, or a dressing room. The pretty house also has a cellar, a storeroom/laundry room, direct access to the swimming pool and a well. The second house, entirely on one level, is around 96m². It has its own terrace, 2 bedrooms, a large living room and an enclosed kitchen. The studio, measuring over 37m², has its own entrance, terrace, large living room and mezzanine bedroom. The second house and the studio need some general updating, but no major works are required. This property could become a large family home, a group of friends or a guest house. Indeed, being within walking distance of all amenities and shops, as well as the St Jacques de Compostelle pilgrimage route, you could easily find guests. There are lots of possibilities with this property, which sleeps more than 12 people. This property can be a complex or everything can be separated. Incredible possibilities for this property with the criteria sought because you will have a great comfort of life with this property without opposite. Do not hesitate to come back to me for more information and/or photos.

Romanticists, aspiring Gothic heroes & heroines apply within…. Overview If your heart is stirred by visions of a Chateau with ochre-coloured walls in the setting sun; of high ceilings, and period charm without the need for perfection; or if you are someone for whom beauty outweighs all sense of the practical… then “read” on Macduff: this paragraph could be the first stepping-stone on the road to a great adventure. This is a property for those who are grand of heart, for souls imbued with a touch of gentle folly and for whom the reward is something quite beautiful: A cinematic backdrop, a theatrical pastiche of every castle-based movie you have ever viewed; a home of character with all the grandeur of the Italian Renaissance. The entrance & gardens The arrival to any Chateau must by necessity be somewhat majestic and here the avenue does not disappoint, being suitably mysterious with vegetation high on each side. The long stone driveway opens out onto a forecourt with a circular driveway which circles around a central island of Cyprus trees. The chateau rises before us, amber and gold in the sunlight, its flaking façade perfect in its imperfection. Its windows are guarded by tall French Grey shutters, its central doorway is grand and majestic in its welcome. The property rises high above a stone terrace and decorative fishpond. The façade to the North reveals a series of stone arcades, open to the elements. To each side of the Chateau there are woods and gardens, with hundred-year-old trees, all of which lend a sense of mystery to the lieu. To the front of the property there is a stone fishpond beyond which is a flight of stone steps up to the terrace and the grand front door. The stone barn to the right of the Château is the perfect backdrop to the grand hydrangea bushes which have grown tall in its shade. The barn to the rear is partially inaccessible and now more or less in a ruined state. Once a stable block, this building might yet be salvaged. A second outbuilding to the front of the driveway is in a similar condition. Sitting to the right of the main terrace, in a recess beyond, is a stone building or orangery, with a sink and an array of pots, to harbour the lemon and orange trees over winter. The Entrance The grand front door opens onto a majestic hallway, from which a turning wooden staircase rises to the first floor, with a sweep of wrought iron balcony, and walls which look as if one has fallen headfirst into the pages of an Italian Gothic novel. The walls are remarkable, in the pastiche of a pastiche setting sun, their gentle ochre and yellow tones catching the sunlight from the west in a theatrical manner. The kitchen & Pantry area To the right of the entrance hall door, there is a large double kitchen, with a fireplace and windows over the front forecourt and to the gardens at the side of the property. The ceilings are high, and the room spacious enough to incorporate a large dining room table, and a rear section with a sink, for food preparation. Beyond the kitchen is a small vestibule, which serves as a pantry, and an inner corridor with a large cupboard, which houses the washing machine and dryer, and overlooking the gardens to the rear, a room currently used as a study, and a downstairs 1930’s style bathroom. The Drawing Room From the main entrance hall, it is pleasing to access the grand drawing room via the original eighteenth century doors. The drawing room offers a view onto the rear garden via a set of characterful French windows that open onto the rear terrace. The room has a central fireplace which is not currently in use and as in many of the rooms here at the Chateau, we invite guests to look upwards at the ornate ceilings. The drawing room opens internally onto two other rooms, one on each side. Firstly, a grand dining room, conveniently placed between the drawing room, and (via the internal hallway) back to the rear pantry and kitchen. The second room is smaller in size and used as a snug, or living room, where the family gather to watch television or play games. From the door of the snug, we return to the main hallway, passing a doorway with steps leading down to the cellar below. Central Turning Staircase The staircase in the central hallway is a delight, and climbing to the first floor, we experience its generous proportions, and the majestic tall ceilings which lead the eye upwards to the first-floor landing. The first floor The first floor has all the elegance one would expect, with tall windows to the front forecourt of the property. A half landing, with a secret door leads up a tiny internal staircase to one of the ante chambers above, serving no logical purpose other than to evacuate servants (or lovers?) from the bedroom in haste. A delight for amateurs of Hide and Seek, whatever one’s age. The bedrooms On the first floor via a second internal hallway, there are four double bedrooms and at each end of the property a vestibule or oval room and a family bathroom at each end of the property (or a total of two bathroom on the first floor and one on the ground floor). The second-floor vestibules, which are oval, might well be used as antechambers, dressing rooms, or children’s bedroom. Each of the rooms is similar in style and period feature: tall ceilings, lovely wooden floors, fireplaces and views over the parkland. A doorway opens onto a second stairway, in brut form and far less grandiose than the first, leading to the impressive attic space above. This huge space has at one end the tremendous open archways. At the opposite end these have been bricked in but beg to be opened. The Attic The space sets the imagination on fire. Whatever architectural plans are born here, they must of course be validated by the local planning authorities that be, but this is a space which in sheer volume at least (with the romantic idea of an arched view over the gardens at one end, if not two ends of the property) offers endless possibilities. Technical Talk Total habitable surface area: approximately 368m2 4 bedrooms 2 ante chambers (or children’s bedrooms) 3 family bathrooms (2 on the first floor one on the ground floor) Grand drawing room Dining room Snug/television room Spacious kitchen and rear kitchen Study Immense third floor attic space Outside: Orangery Various outbuildings requiring restoration Parkland of over three hectares with mature trees Plot size: 37690m2 Property Tax: 2285 Septic tank Mains water 2 water wells Double Glazing: No (original wooden windows). Shutters in fair condition except on the top floor Roof: Original roof (to be verified Oil fired central heating (De Dietrich boiler) 2 plastic tanks house the oil in the basement Kitchen fireplace working order (others may have been capped off and are not used) Smart metre: no 1 hot water tank Internet: by OZONE – satellite Who might want to live here? – and what needs doing? This is not a modest property by any stretch of the imagination. It has a grandeur which requires a generous budget and a grain of delightful folly. Beyond the purchase price, unless one is content to live here throughout the warmer months of the year, there will be by necessity the need to be some thought and finances given to insulating the property to minimize running costs. The top floor, whether it obtains planning permissions in the future or not, whatever the project might be, is currently open to the elements at one end (via a series of Romanic “in the summer” archways) and not currently insulated either on the floor or the ceiling. The property was decorated some years ago by an interior designer and the walls are in their own delightful way a work of Art, which add much charm to the building. If the style and colours please, then there is nothing that needs doing other than choosing furniture for each room. The windows however require some attention. The lovely old window frames are single glazed, and the choice here will be one of heart or head. But if the current window frames are to be kept some repair work will be necessary. The bathrooms have a period charm but are completely unmodernized (one of these has a quaint 1930 air to it), and the decision to change these or not will be one of aesthetics. All this said, the property will appeal to anyone who loves the architecture of an old French Chateau. This is the perfect home for a large family or a business project. This is a house to fill with family, friends and furniture. The elegant rooms beg to be decorated and the tall ceilings offer a fantastic opportunity to hang great chandeliers, or pieces of Art on the walls. The home of a Collector, an Artist, a Designer? A small bijou hotel… the possibilities are endless. This will be a property which will tug on the heart strings of many, for it is so easy to imagine the Chateau illuminated in the evening, the backdrop to any number of wonderful soirées. A property which requires full evening dress, full glasses, a full imagination, and a not immodest purse. But oh! ……Quelle Joie!!! A Little Bit of Fun Recommended Books to take on the trip: Enchanted April - Elizabeth Von Arnim (try the 1993 movie if not the book) Recommended movies : Under the Tuscan Sun (2003) or A Good Year ( 2006) Recommended drinks: The very best pink champagne to reflect the golden pink and amber tones of these lovely old walls.

Provence in Gascony: far-reaching & uninterrupted views of fields & vines A brief overview : This beautifully restored stone property sits in a peaceful and tranquil location in the heart of the Gascon countryside on 1.8 hectares of landscaped and enclosed gardens with many varieties of fruit and indigenous trees. The Pyrenées can be seen on fine days. With works to the property still under guaratee, the property has a new roof, full electrical re-wiring, plumbing, new kitchen and 3 new bathrooms and new zinc guttering. With an EPC rating of 'A' this property is both cost effective and aesthetic, restored tastefully throughout. With 7 main rooms, including 3 bedrooms (4 bedrooms possible), 3 shower-rooms, a vast kitchen/breakfast room, dining-room, library, sitting-room, laundry-room, stone terraces and 1.8 hectares of landscaped gardens with a wooden stable/tractor storage area. FULL DETAILS AND MORE PHOTOGRAPHS ON OUR BLISS IMMOBILIER WEBSITE. The question we sometimes ask ourselves, is how anyone can find the courage to throw themselves into a complete restoration project; knowing it takes time endless resources, and nerves of steel. The answer is sometimes as simple as “the views” and the “feel of these old stone walls when we first visited and fell in love with this place,” which is what the owners of this beautifully restored property told us on our first visit. The guidelines for energy efficient property in stone (Is this possible? ) Take a simple stone farm-house, of sizeable volume, forgotten by time, uninhabited for many years, and take it back to its barest bones and reconstruct it from top to bottom; the new roof, windows, electrics and plumbing. Allow in the light, and views, to create a space which flows from the entrance hall to the top floor, and as a reward receive an almost impossible to achieve “A” rating on your diagnostics report. The surveyor sat down to double check his figures, called for a drink and did much head-scratching. The sums were correct. This old stone property is now as easy to heat and to run as a modern ecological home. The story behind this property This is the story of this old stone farmhouse, transformed beyond recognition into a sumptuous and home of the absolute highest possible standards. This property is unexpected, unlike any seen by BLISS in Gascony so far. It is a polished gemstone in a sea of green fields and vines. The inside is bursting with joy and life and colour. There is something inside this property which is reminiscent of a shiny box of gems; there are pinks and greens and splashes of colour all against the beautiful muted tones of creamy stone walls and floor. The wallpapers are decadent and add colour, depth and character. You need a vision to create a home like this, and to be bold and daring in your colour choice. We have come to expect exposed walls in the period properties of the area, and yet to move away from the traditional and yet encompass it so beautifully; marrying both ancient stone and modern materials, you need not just vision but guts, and the result is both surprising and sumptuous. In this house you can peel back the windows (the huge glass window in the kitchen slides seamlessly into the kitchen wall) so when the sun beats down relentlessly, the owner tell us how she can sit by the open window and observe the garden, tangibly close, knit or read, and enjoy a summer’s day from the cool and comfort of the kitchen. There is not a single corner of darkness in this property, it turns outwards to the views and has been designed so that each room flows into the next.

This old stone farmhouse is located a short drive from the market town of Condom. It nestles in its own sizeable plot of land and has no near neighbours. The property has been partially restored over the years, but the works have not been completed. Good headway has been made but a new buyer will need to complete the process. The property comprises the original old farmhouse and a newer section to the property which has been developed with a view to having a second kitchen, second reception room and being able to host guests or tourists on two different sides of the property. The orginal farmhouse: We enter via the orginal front door, into an entrance hall, where one of the two staircases in the property, leads to the first-floor bedrooms. To the left of the entrance hall there is a small snug or sitting room. There is a downstairs toilet in the entrance. From here, we access the original farmhouse kitchen, which has authentic elements such as a large fireplace and stone sink, exposed beams, and a terracotta -style tiled floor. Next to the kitchen there is a recently fitted downstairs bathroom, with a toilet and sink and bathtub. In the middle and rear section of the old part of the house there are two big rooms, one of which has a woodburning stove and which is currently used as a dining-room. There is a second room of equal size which could also be a dining-room or a reception room. This second rooms houses a staircase to the first-floor mezzanine area, and beyond to a double bedroom under the eaves and a shower room, wc. The newly developped part of the property : Returning to the the main entrance hall, we head straight to the rear section of the property where works have progressed well to create a large reception room, with atelier style window openings and French doors to a terrace (in need of repair) and to a the shell of a vast new kitchen which has not yet been fitted, but which has been plumbed, with pipes lain for a central island. There is a utility room with a sink next to the new kitchen. We access the first floor from the main entrance hall, where there are four bedrooms and work has commenced but not been completed, for bathrooms/shower rooms. Our thoughts here at Bliss This property is spacious and has some outbuildings (garage, covered barn area) and sits in a lovely part of Gascony close to Condom. It will appeal to buyers who are willing to complete a renovation project and put their own mark on a building. The work that has been completed allows us to easily see what the property will become, and we particularly like the choice of old terracotta floor tiles in the kitchen and new reception room. There are some areas which have deteriorated and require total restoration such as the wooden block terrasse which has rotten. This is a definite project but could become a sizeable home with the advantage of two kitchens and two very separate reception areas, which might appeal to multi-generational families living together, or potentially anyone wishing to create a gite. Highlights - 43,610m² of land with no nearby neighbors - 290m² of living space with great potential - Two kitchens and two distinct reception areas - Period charm with authentic features - Potential to create a gîte or guest rooms - Ideal location, close to Condom Please contact us at BLISS for more details or to arrange a visit to this property.

Overview This beautiful stone property enjoys a quiet location, gorgeous south-facing views to the mountains; a guest cottage and a fabulous pool. With over 500m² living space in the main house and 83m² in the separate guest house with 2 bedrooms and ensuite shower-rooms, this property has been renovated completely throughout. This comfortable home with its contemporary interior, couples a wealth of period features with all the comforts of modern day living. There is the additional bonus of a tennis court nestling in the beautiful landscaped gardens, to wile away those sunny afternoons with the pleasant sound of balls hitting the court. Did anyone say gin and tonic? Where is this property located? In the heart of Gascony, the Tuscany of France, on the edge of Condom, within easy access to the town for its shops and schools. The property is also half an hour from the much-loved market town of Lectoure, and within easy reach of Agen and the fast TGV train line to Paris, Bordeaux and Toulouse. Blagnac international airport is 1hour15 minutes away. The property sits in a non-isolated yet utterly private location with stunning views of the countryside and on certain days a clear view of the snow-capped Pyrenees mountains.

Where is the property located? This property is located a short drive from the market town of Condom, in a tranquil spot. There are a couple of neighbouring houses. Our property is free from any overview of neighbours and there is a lovely sense of privacy from the enclosed gardens and stone walls which run around the garden. Agen is less than an hour away with its fast train to Paris, Bordeaux and Toulouse. Toulouse is an hour fifteen by car, with Blagnac international airport. The Gardens, Guest Cottage & pool The courtyard garden is beautifully paved for easy maintenance. There is a spacious covered terrace/ barbecue area next to the guest cottage, and a raised balcony/ terrasse off the kitchen. The impression one has, is of a peaceful sunlit place to relax, in sunlight or shade in the hottest months. The oval pool is raised and sits to the front of the property with a terrasse area all around. This is a fantastic property for entertaining, with the separate guest house, or for dinner guests in summer the covered terrace and barbecue area which provides a fantastic ambiance for parties. The main house The ground floor : We enter the main house via a central hallway from the courtyard garden. The property has a cosy period feel, with pretty exposed stone walls, stone floors, which are in perfect keeping with the age and style of the property. On the ground floor there is a galley- style kitchen which is spacious and well organised. The kitchen opens onto a covered terrasse area at the far end, with plenty of place for a long table, perfect for outdoor dining and an additional living-space in the summer months. Next to the kitchen, we find a formal dining-room for evening meals or indoor winter dining, a cosy study/ television room and a larger reception room at the far end. Each of these rooms is brimming with character : stone walls, floors, beams and period features. The ground floor benefits from a shower room/ laundry room as well as a separate downstairs guest cloakroom/WC and sink. A vintage wooden staircase leads to the first floor. The first floor At the top of the staircase there is a generous landing area with a window which leads to two generously sizes double bedrooms. Each of these bedrooms has a private ensuite shower-room, WC and sink. The first bedroom has a large closet. Both rooms overlook the pool. The second floor The second and top floor of the property is delightful! With gorgeous views from the main bedroom, there is a bathroom on the other side, with a bathtub, shower and WC. The top floor has the feel of a private appartment.

In a part of Gascony renowned for its rolling hills and valleys and its rows of neat vines, this property sits in a superb position far from the main road, along a quiet country lane, with views commanding the surrounding countryside. The property sits in over four hectares of land, comprising beautiful and mature gardens, as well as a wilder parcel of woodland. Far from the road and with no nearby neighbours, this is a glorious position for a property, and one within easy driving distance of some of the most spectacular and historical villages in the Gers, allowing easy access to the shops and schools in both Condom and Lectoure. To say this is a single property, or a property fortunate to come with a “guest house” is misleading. This is a large domain which comprises two complete “main” houses; the choice of which to occupy being purely a question of taste and desire. One is classical, with the tropes of any fine Gascon country manor house. The second is a burst of creativity, space, colour and light, certain to appeal to those who seek originality in a property guaranteed to be quite unlike any other in the area. The old and the new sit side by side with these two buildings, stitched together timelessly and seamlessly by a garden bursting with life. Each corner hosts a tangle of flowers and roses, bushes and trees. The walls are softened by the long trails of jasmine and other scented flowers which climb over the arched pergolas. For home-seekers who shy away from houses that are replicas of properties which might be found a thousand times over, then this is a property which is certain to strike a chord of pure originality. This is the perfect house for anyone in search of space in which to create. There is a large atelier perfect for a writer, an artist or a potter, currently waiting to be used to its full potential. Apart from these occasional flashes of individualism, the properties are painted throughout in colours in-keeping with the style of the area, with a choice of colours from a palette of muted colours which blend tastefully with the old stone walls and rural setting. The property is accessed via a beautiful, winding, tree-lined, drive which brings us to a walled entrance with wrought iron gates between two stone pillars. Let us first take a look at the more traditional of the two houses on the plot: Originally home to one of the local wealthy wine-growing families, the 18th century “maison de maitre” sits at the far end of the park and is built in a traditional symmetrical “square” shape. It is a classical looking property with its own spacious private garden overlooking the lawns and woodland, and a smaller rear garden which boasts fig trees, wisteria and climbing roses. The small circular fishpond and fountain, along with a well, are a constant source of water for the garden, even throughout the hot summer months. Entrance to this house is through a central hallway, with a large kitchen-dining room, filled with light, on the left, two reception-rooms on the right and a downstairs toilet at the end of the hallway. Upstairs are three good sized bedrooms (one of which is “ensuite”) and a family bathroom. The wooden staircase continues up to the loft area where there is potential to create additional bedrooms and storage. The house is light and bright throughout, with stunning views over the beautiful gardens, and has a classically simple style, redolent of any 18th century country home. The property is in good structural condition and benefits from oil-central heating, along with a wood-burning stove in the main reception room. Now for the second property – a contemporary conversion from a large Armagnac chai and barn: When the current owners moved here, the main structural works and design had already been completed by previous occupants. With a demonstration of good taste and imagination, they have kept the artistic feel of the renovation whilst using muted paints to make the house feel inviting to everyone. In summary the property provides: a kitchen/dining-room, 2 separate salons and four bedrooms all with en-suite facilities, along with a TV room, a laundry/utility and boot room. This is a house with an “urban” feel, a perfect representation of which is the long metal windows which run symmetrically along the façade. We enter the property via a classic entrance hall which leads to the atelier and pump room on one side and, on the other, in to a triple-sized reception room, with a central and contemporary wood-burner and wooden flooring. The room has enough space to include two “salons” or reception areas, on two different levels. The perfect place for soirées. The urban atelier-style window-frames run the length of the wall, offering “tableaux” style garden-views. Through into the open kitchen/dining-room, with its contemporary polished-cement floor, the warm and inviting feel of the property continues. Large glass panelled doors on both sides invite the outside in, giving the kitchen almost a bistro aspect. From the kitchen there is access to: On the same level as the kitchen and the main reception-room, there is a second salon; smaller and cosier, with an open fireplace. Beyond the salon there is a downstairs bedroom with a Moresque feel benefiting from its own en-suite bathroom. There are two staircases to the upper floor in this property. The first leads to what may be considered to be the private apartments of the owners. This is a fabulous space. If intact and transportable, with the addition of a small corner kitchen, it would make the most delicious appartment in Paris or Bordeaux. It has everything a couple could need to live a life of comfort, denoted by the luxurious, at times playful, aspect of the rooms, where one might easily be forgiven for imagining one has stepped onto a stage-set in a theatre-house. The plateau consists of a large triple-sized bedroom with ensuite, and, carefully dissimulated behind original street-doors, which have been distressed with chalk paint, are two dressing-rooms. French doors open to allow wider views over the pigeonnier and the gardens. Beyond the master suite, hides a cosy TV room which can also be accessed directly from the entrance hall. Beside the bedroom there is an erstwhile ‘gentlemen’s smoking room’, currently used as a study with a bureau for Monsieur, a bureau for Madame, walls lined with bookshelves, and a salon/sitting area for their beautiful labrador to relax while her owners toil! Beyond the study, on a half-landing, there is access to a second bedroom which has been painted in chalky cream, offering a light and peaceful room with a charming French styled, enclosed, wash basin, a bath and WC. The second staircase, accessible via the small downstairs salon, leads to a spacious bedroom which has a unique feel with its contemporary wall murals, and which also provides en-suite facilities. The property comes with a multitude of space for further development, with barns, the downstairs atelier and old remaining wine chai to name but a few. The swimming pool is to the rear of the property in an elevated position surrounded by lavender and other beautifully scented plants, giving it a feeling of privacy but not enclosed. There is also a pigeonnier of which much could still be made, which adds to the general sense one has of owning a considerable “domaine” or part of Gascony’s rural wine-making history. This is a super home, which offers tranquility, comfort, space and originality in equal measure. The perfect spot to escape the world and create your very own piece of paradise, far from the madding crowds! To whom might this property appeal: Original souls, artists, writers, potters, lovers of nature or anyone requiring space in which to create, express themselves and to exhibit their works. Home-seekers who wish to find a second considerably comfortable and spacious property on the same plot – possibly for parents, children, or lettings. It is the perfect place for weddings and retreats. Lovers of theatre – there is an air of playful theatricality to some of the rooms. This would also be the perfect property for anyone wishing to organise writers’ or artists’ retreats. Lovers of privacy, peace, quiet, nature and gardens. (NB : This garden it should be noted was considered by the local mayor to be worthy or recognition as an area of outstanding natural beauty in the area). Lovers of both traditional and loft-style contemporary homes. The new owners should not be : Afraid of space! (There is much of it). Allergic to rambling homes which will require upkeep both inside and out. This is not the traditional two up, two down property -albeit there is one of these thrown into the mix Technical note: Starlink satellite WiFi with Mesh systems have been installed in both properties to ensure high speed internet access which work both inside and out.

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A discreet country lane leads to the entrance of the estate which is accessed by a long and private driveway flanked with trees. The air of complete seclusion is yet further enhanced by the ancient stone walls of a private courtyard to the front of the property with parking outside the main walls. The courtyard is dotted with mulberry trees, between the main body of the house to one side, and the guest wing on the other. An opening in the far way leads the eye on a tantalising journey through a leafy doorway to a bright blue fleck of light and water and the swimming pool beyond. This dash of modernity is carefully hidden from view, so that on our initial entry to the property, there is the timeless feel one would expect from a period property on a site occupied since Roman times. We enter the main house via an entrance hall with an ancient fireplace in super working order. The pleasingly chunky stone floor flags are suitable for muddy boots, and this welcoming area is the perfect cloakroom, but also a spot in the house where the owner would light a fire and sit and read a book. To the side there is a useful laundry and utility room, kingdom of the resident cats at feeding time, with a shower and guest cloakroom in the hallway. The formal entrance hall to the property is currently dressed as a dining-room. From here, we access a comfortable sitting-room with a splendid working fireplace style directoire. Nothing rivals the charm of a crackling log fire, and here the current owner has dressed the room with comfortable sofas and armchairs; a delightful place to read with an undeniably cosy ambience. The sitting-room might easily be used as a formal dining-room (allowing the main hallway its original purpose). From here, there is a view and doorway to the splendid raised terraces; the room bathed with southerly light and a glimpse of the Pyrenées sketched on the horizon on certain days of the year. There are three main reception rooms in this property. We turn our attention now to the second; a grand reception room, with its superb wooden floor. This room also has a large fireplace and is spacious enough to comprise a formal seating area, and over 55m² of space for formal entertainment. Off the grand salon, there is a small area which currently houses a dresser, and allows for the preparation of food between the kitchen and the main reception room of the house. The last of the three main rooms is a wonderful library room at the far end of the main house, with fitted bookshelves. This room is also used a music room, with space for a grand piano, and another fine fireplace. The fitted main kitchen is a glorious and spacious room. With space for a breakfast table and doors into the garden, an open fireplace for grilling meat, and a terra cotta stone floor this room is also an aesthetically pleasing reception room for an informal lunch between friends. We complete our tour of the ground floor of the main house, with a look at the laundry room. A staircase from a second hallway leads to the first floor, where a spacious landing (a room in its own right) house a large dresser, and with space for a bureau at the far end. On the first floor there are two main ensuite bedrooms, which have the feel of private apartments. In particular the master bedroom, with its own dressing-room, and vast ensuite bathroom, leading to the bedroom at the far end. The third bedroom may be used as a single bedroom or a study and shares the ensuite in the second bedroom (which has two doors to ensure complete privacy). The Guest Suite This property is a delight for anyone wishing to entertain family and friends and to provide each guest with a sense of complete independence. The main house can very much remain the private domain of the owners. In the stone buildings on the other side of the mulberry shaded courtyard, there is a long stone building which has been divided into three sections. The first boasts a fabulous main reception room with arched gates to the panoramic pool beyond the sitting room and kitchen, and has its own private guest or garden kitchen and sitting room, and a separate room housing the pool machinery. On the first floor above there are two double bedrooms each with their own ensuite bathrooms. The next guest apartment is a one level building with a vast bedroom with an ensuite bathroom. The final guest apartment is a two-level building with a reception/kitchen, a terrace, and upstairs a double bedroom with an ensuite shower-room. In each of the garden folies there is a sleeping area and a bathroom. The Pool & Gardens This property undoubtedly has one of the most architecturally spectacular gardens we have seen at BLISS. The views combined with neatly tended walls, stretching to an ancient stone wall, with stone steps down to the lower gardens, and two “folies” at each end of the wall are impossible to rival for pure symmetry and beauty. The poolside is delightful. Utterly tranquil, and with gorgeous views over the surrounding countryside. There is an undeniable sense of having found a “Secret Garden” with this property; its shaded terraces providing the perfect place to dine, on the other side of the courtyard wall. You will find more photographs and additional information on our BLISS IMMOBILIER website.

This is an utterly private property since the main house cannot be seen from the lane below. Climbing upwards we leave the car in a parking area carved out of the hillside, and continue are pathway up. The property is bordered by an adjacent barn (containing a workshop, laundry room and boiler room as well as a storage area for logs) with a non-adjacent barn opposite which has been converted into a first floor atelier or loft area. The old farm house sits at the far end of the plot. The garden is immediately welcoming being planted with frothy romantic shrubs perfectly in harmony with this rural idyll. We enter the main reception room. With its high ceilings and gigantic modern rectangular window frame against the far wall, through which we are afforded a view of the wild poppies and daisies on the other side of the glass as they dance in a gentle breeze in the gardens at the side. The main reception room is elegant and spacious with an open- fireplace promising cosy winter nights in. The high ceilings and beams are a reminder that this space was once an ancient barn tagged onto a small farmhouse before its conversion some years ago. The main reception room opens onto the kitchen. With a quirky tiled floor where one can spot the occasional ceramic lizard depicted in the tiles, the floor adds a jolly note to an otherwise timelessly elegant room. The kitchen is simple and tasteful. Natural woods and materials have been chosen in keeping with the period of the property and the room is harmonious and gentle on the eye. With plenty of space for entertaining around a large table, one can choose whether to receive dinner guests in the main reception room or the kitchen. A small handcrafted flight of wooden steps leads to an inner hallway with an arched entrance (a quirky almost Moresque detail) which leads to the only cloakroom/WC in the property, besides which sits the bathroom with its incredible views onto the farmer’s field. With a window frame worthy of a main reception room it is possible to shower with views to the field beyond. When the large rectangular window is pulled back, there is an impression of « showering outdoors ». With an elegantly curved wash basin and a walk-in shower this is a fantastic space. There are two bedrooms on the same level as the bathroom. One overlooks the field behind (with the same view as the bathroom). The second bedroom overlooks the front of the property and the barn opposite (with its first floor loft/ entertaining space). The second bedroom benefits from a dressing-room. From the internal hallway a flight of wooden stairs leads up to the third bedroom beneath the eaves. This bedroom shares the same family bathroom as the first two bedrooms. This property is blessed with numerous outbuildings, all of which have been restored and lend much charm to the property. The pool was christened for the first time this summer and blends perfectly into the garden resembling a water feature more than a traditional pool. The current owners explained to us how it was important for them to blend the pool into the landscape without perturbing their bucolic surroundings.