luxury house with pool for sale Pimbo, France

Spacious, solidly-built and with attractive architectural details, this elegant Maison de Maitre offers practical period living for buyers seeking style with substance. Built in 1860 for a local Notaire, and subsequently past down through the same family until the 2000's, it is a joy to find that much of the original features are intact. Inside, the proportions and layout are typical of the Belle Epoque era, with high ceilings, decorative fireplaces, generous entertaining areas and grand features. Multiple windows in each room flood the space with gentle light. The original mosaic floored entrance hall boasts half panelling and decorative glass doors, with two comfortable reception rooms, together with a large dining room, leading off to either side. A family kitchen with island unit, pantry and inbuilt antique cupboards provides a bright and sunny environment from which to prepare meals. From here a traditional style conservatory, blending perfectly with the mid-Victorian architecture of the house, offers a further seating area from where to enjoy the garden year round. A second entrance hall, office and guest WC complete the ground floor. The original winding staircase rises over a further two floors to the sleeping areas and tower. In all there are five double bedrooms, all ensuite, three of which have independent sitting rooms.   Across the gravelled interior courtyard, perfumed with citrus trees, lies the former stable block, now renovated into a successful gite sleeping up to 14 guests. This regular stream of income is further supplemented by the rental of an independent 2 bedroom apartment with a private garden, currently home to the property's caretakers. The grounds are a beautiful blend of gravelled courtyards, abundant planting and decorative fencing, delineating the various sections of the garden. These are divided into a courtyard entrance, a shaded wisteria clad veranda from which to enjoy a good book, a central courtyard with traditional fountain, orangey, fish pond and a well that is used to feed both the pool and water the gardens. The mosaic lined saltwater pool was built in 2013, with a new filtration system added summer 2021, and is complemented by a large Jacuzzi in its own covered arbor. The house was fully renovated over a number of years, starting in 2003, and has been meticulously maintained since. Work includes new hardwood double glazed windows throughout, plumbing, rewiring, central heating and decoration. The roof was entirely replaced in 2003 and the Gite, apartment and tower room were redone in 2020. Imbued with French charm, the property can be acquired fully furnished and offers a truly turn key solution for a fantastic family home or business venture. Cycling distance to the popular market town of Aire sur L'Adour with a bi weekly market, secondary schools, restaurants, boutiques and hospital. Tourism: 15 minutes to the thermal spa town of Eugenie-les-Bains with its famous Michelin star restaurant Les Pres d'Eugenie. 30 minutes to Marciac, a delightful market town renowned for its annual International Jazz festival. 20 minutes to Nogaro, famous for its regular racing Grand Prix. 50 minutes from the historic city of Pau, birthplace of Henri IV and home to a five star race course and yearly Historic Grand Prix. Transport: 1 hour to Tarbes Airport with regular flights to the UK. 50 minutes to Pau airport. 90 minutes to Bordeaux Airport. 2 hours to Toulouse Airport. Activities: 75 minutes to the Atlantic Ocean. 1hr30 to the ski slopes. Golf courses at Eugenie-les-Bains (15 minutes), Eauze (35 minutes) Mont de Marsan (35 minutes). Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the website Géorisques - https://www.georisques.gouv.fr

This elegant and quintessentially French Château is an exceptional find in this region.  The beautiful historic city of Pau with its International school can be reached in 20 minutes and its airport is a mere 15 minutes’ drive away.     Dating back to the early nineteenth century, the classic architecture boasts a wonderful central fronton sympathetically supported by its symmetrical façade. Framing the main façade is a wing surmounted by a working bell tower to the west and a square tower to the east.  The château sits at the end of a long and majestic avenue of ancient oaks, residing in the centre of 7.7 hectares (circa 17acres) of immaculate grounds. This enormously appealing chateau, with its imposing reception rooms and large principal bedrooms makes it ideal for entertaining, while its over 450m² is sufficiently manageable to allow it to be used as a family home or secondary residence. Since their ownership in 2013, the proprietors have significantly upgraded the château, employing specialist artisans, and the property now offers a perfect retreat for an owner searching peace of mind.  The ensemble includes the chateau; a large open-fronted garage; a substantial barn (234 m2) set within its own partially walled garden complete with a separate entrance; a 5x10m swimming pool and a sympathetically built pool-house with picon tiled roof. Two working wells and a spring complete this stunning property. The immediate grounds of 3.4 hectares have been extensively landscaped to create a perfect balance of gardens, meadows and woodlands. The formal gardens, amongst the prettiest in Bearn, include numerous water features; rose ladened pergolas; brimming flower beds and specimen trees. Apples, pears, figs, pomegranates, and feijoas add to the bounty. A large, fenced field of 4.3 hectares provides additional privacy and opportunity for equestrian pursuits or grazing livestock.  This splendid château, with its elegant proportions and beautifully light-filled rooms, is ideally situated just 20 minutes from the beautiful historic city of Pau; one hour from the coastal resort of Biarritz and within one hour’s drive of the ski slopes of the Pyrenees mountains. Pau airport 15 minutes (with multiple daily flights to Paris); Lourdes / Tarbes airport 30 minutes; Biarritz airport one hour and Toulouse & Bordeaux airports under 2 hours drive. Viewing is highly recommended and French Character Homes is delighted to be marketing this exceptional property! Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the website Géorisques - https://www.georisques.gouv.fr

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This splendid country estate offers spectacular panoramic views from every angle. Meticulously renovated to the highest standards, great care has been taken to preserve its original charm and features, whilst ensuring a comfortable transition between formal and informal living spaces. This exceptional residence boasts five charming bedroom suites and gracefully designed living rooms. The original hexagonal tommettes have been meticulously preserved, and the hallway showcases a beautifully crafted oak staircase. The kitchen effortlessly flows into a vast entertainment area, providing sweeping vistas of the rolling hills and vineyards of Northern Bearn. Situated on an expansive 7.5-hectare estate, this property includes a refreshing pool and generously sized attached outbuildings, offering the quintessential country living experience. Welcome to your dream retreat. Set in an idyllic rural location, on a quiet lane, with no immediate neighbours. The rolling Madiran hills unfurl around the property presenting picture postcard landscapes to all sides. Maubourguet 15 mins Pau 45 mins Lembeye 15 mins Coast 1hr 45 Skiing 1hr 45 Entrance Hall (30) Living room (43) Salon with Dining room (43) Kitchen (43) Office (15) Bedroom (25) with en suite bathroom WC. Boiler room and shower room with WC. Elegant staircase opening onto a landing running the full width of the house. Master bedroom (43) with en-suite bathroom. Guest bedroom (25) with ensuite bathroom Guest bedroom (25) with adjoining childs room and ensuite bathroom. guest bedroom (30) with en suite bathroom A walled garden sits to the front of the house and a pool area off to the west of the outbuildings. There is an irrigation system for the garden and a large cellar below the house. The balance of the grounds extend to over 7.5ha and are made up of a balance of prairie and mature woodland. DPE = 130 GES = 36

A beautifully renovated Gascon maison de maitre with many original features, providing an idyllic environment for entertaining. The house features generous indoor and outdoor seating and dining areas and benefits from expansive views of the Pyrenees. The property sits in private grounds of roughly 8000m² and includes a comfortable 3/4 bedroom cottage providing guest accommodation, with expansive living area and underfloor heating, a large pool with its own terraced area, and substantial outbuildings with a charming pigeonnier, all reroofed and in good order. Fibre has recently been installed in the village. The property provides a full hand of rural French charm, tranquility and modern comfort in spades. This is a rare find and the property is returning to the market for the first time in 30 years.

This elegant manor house dating back to 1670, with its elegant landscaped gardens & poolside terraces, will appeal to anyone in search of a luxurious property; steeped in history, bathed in natural light, and full of charm with elegant period features. Built to take advantage of both the rising and setting sun, this is a property with a happy and sunny disposition, marrying period charm with modern comfort. The property sits on approximately three hectares of land. Restored in 2004 (with new wiring and plumbing) this property is a comfortable home for year-round residence. With a large barn on the plot, and a separate guest or gite annexe, this property is an ideal choice for anyone seeking a large family home, or property that could be developed as a chambre d’hôte or luxury lettings. In the heart of Les Landes…a short drive from Saint Sever This fine property is located in a popular area of the Aquitaine region, in the heart of Les Landes with the gorgeous village of Saint Sever just a short drive away, the Atlantic Ocean just an hour’s drive from the property and the Pyrenees mountains 90 minutes away. For anyone who does not yet know the village of Saint Sever, it is certainly worth a trip, and after a delicious lunch on a terrace café and a stroll around the gorgeous village and church square, we were already in love with the immediate area, before beginning a tour of the property! The property is located at the end of a private alley, in a leafy and tranquil position. The approach to the property is entirely private and our first views of the property are impressive; with the main body of the manor house and its adjacent tower forming a gorgeous ensemble. This gentilhommière is situated in the middle of a plot in landscaped gardens, with neatly clipped topiary hedges; and a generous gravelled driveway to the property. To the rear there is the pool, a large covered terrace area and access to the guest annexe and barn. The main house With the ambience of a genteel home, country residence, or gentilhommière, the property is decorated in keeping with the period. There is a relaxed air of refinery and comfort to each room, with gentle colours: 18th century blues, greens, pinks, in the chalk paintwork; original parquet floors, high ceilings, original fireplaces, and staircases. The choice of furniture marries well with the choice of wall paint, so that there is a sense of having stepped back in time. Each room is blessed with tall windows offering views over the topiary gardens; over the tops of ancient trees, and (on the day of our visit) across an azure blue sky dotted with gigantic fluffy clouds on a scorching summer’s day. With original floors, wooden and terracotta and high ceilings this is the perfect property for afficionados of antique furniture, chandeliers, and large pieces of Artwork. With a grand entrance hall, the main house compromises four spacious reception rooms, the largest drawing room being of particular note, with its decorative walnut panelling. The large and spacious kitchen, with its beautiful terra-cotta floor, is the heart of the home, and a fantastic space for informal entertaining around the farmhouse table, or for family breakfasts, as well as food preparation for large groups. With a modern central island, a dining-table and a characterful red and black range with four ovens, the kitchen is also a mixture of eclectic antique pieces of furniture painted in sky blue. With doors to the gardens and direct access to the pool, this is a “family” kitchen in every sense of the word, and a lovely informal space in which to gather. The kitchen is yet another lovely light room, with windows down one side, and French doors to let in the sunshine. The main house has 7 functional bedrooms, with two extra guest bedrooms in the guest annexe and 9 WCs. The four bathrooms and three shower rooms, all offer their own style and character, and we particularly love the turquoise-green, gold claw-footed bath tub. The bathrooms are predominantly large and spacious, almost reception rooms in their own right! It is certainly possible to soak away your worries in style in this property, whilst looking out of the tall windows to the gardens. Dress for dinner, in one of the comfortable double bedrooms, and slip down the original staircase for cocktails in one of the spacious drawing rooms, to enjoy a candlelit dinner in the panelled dining room. If ever you dream of living in a sumptuous manor house à la Downton Abbey, but with better weather, this property is certainly worth exploring. The property is not without its secrets, as all old properties should be. We look forward to divulging a hidden treasure behind the walls of one section of the property, for those who come to visit this fabulous home. The guest annexe has a much older feel than the main body of the house, which is predominantly 18th Century in style. Here, we sense the much older origins of the property, with the timbered beams, painted in cheerful blues and utterly Landaise in style. The guest annexe is quirky and medieval in feel, with views to the main house and barn. The owners have requisitioned the top of the barn to makeshift home cinema area, for summer months only, where we find the family cat sleeping in the eaves. Planning permissions permitting, there is a lot of additional space in this property which one could choose to develop. More details and photos are available on our BLISS IMMOBILIER website.

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