luxury architect house for sale Beauville, France

A rare 17th-century castle estate in Tarn-et-Garonne Located amidst the gently rolling valleys of Tarn-et-Garonne, near the lively village of Roquecor, this small, exceptional castle estate offers a rare combination of absolute privacy, extraordinary interiors and beautifully landscaped grounds. Accessible via a private driveway and opening onto imposing wrought-iron electric gates, the property spans just over 61 hectares, with the château discreetly positioned at the end of its own drive and surrounded by its grounds. Despite its wonderfully secluded setting, the estate benefits from excellent transport links: the village of Roquecor, renowned for its excellent restaurants and relaxed atmosphere, is nearby; Agen is about 30 minutes away, with its high-speed TGV connection to Paris, while Toulouse airport is just over an hour away. The château itself is a triumph of restoration. To describe it simply as a labor of love would hardly do justice to the extraordinary care, skill, and investment lavished upon it by its current owners. The renovation was undertaken by highly regarded craftsmen and interior designers, with quality and aesthetics taking precedence throughout. The result is a residence of exceptional refinement, where historic architecture blends seamlessly with a contemporary and elegant lifestyle. The interiors are absolutely extraordinary. Five beautifully appointed bedrooms are complemented by elegant, modern bathrooms, while the entire house is brimming with original period details. A magnificent staircase with delicate iron railings forms a striking centerpiece, leading to harmoniously proportioned reception rooms. The main living room is particularly impressive, with a beamed ceiling, a magnificent 18th-century fireplace, and original wood paneling. A charming dining room features an antique stone fireplace, while the wood-paneled study offers a wonderfully atmospheric retreat. The entrance hall, with its stone columns, creates an immediate sense of history and grandeur, leading to an exceptionally stylish modern kitchen. Each room has been designed with remarkable attention to detail. The decor is immaculate yet inviting, combining period charm with a sophisticated contemporary aesthetic. It's the kind of property that looks like it's been plucked straight from the pages of Interior Design magazine . Outside, the same level of care continues. The château is surrounded by perfectly landscaped walled gardens, featuring mature trees, immaculate boxwood topiary, and, of course, an elegant fountain that serves as a classic focal point. The gardens possess the maturity and serenity that only time can bestow, creating a wonderfully private setting around the house. Beyond the formal French gardens, the property includes a gatehouse, a guest or staff cottage, large garages, and numerous additional outbuildings, offering exceptional flexibility for guests, family, staff, storage, vehicles, or other projects. The buildings and grounds benefit from magnificent views across the surrounding countryside. A beautiful swimming pool, accompanied by a covered terrace, offers an idyllic setting for long summer lunches and relaxing afternoons overlooking the grounds. The castle's furniture and works of art, which have been carefully selected to complement the architecture and interiors, can also be acquired through separate negotiation, thus offering a rare opportunity for a buyer to acquire the property while retaining much of its original character and style. What makes this property so unusual is the combination of its scale, intimacy, architectural heritage, and the extraordinary standard of its renovation. Dating back to the 17th century, it retains the soul and character of an authentic French country estate while offering a level of contemporary comfort and design rarely found in historic properties. With an exorbitant level of investment having been devoted to its restoration, the opportunity to acquire such a meticulousl

On the edge of a protected nature reserve, in a totally peaceful setting, this remarkable contemporary house of 237 m2 offers all modern comforts. Highly insulated, with large double-glazed, burglar-proof windows, underfloor heating with heat pump, hot water from a thermodynamic hot water tank and solar panels, air conditioning and an excellent low-energy rating of B on the DPE. Solar panels on the roof, with surplus electricity sold to EDF, considerably reduce energy bills. This U-shaped home comprises a large central room (97m2) with windows to the outside, very bright, and a very high ceiling (3.65m). Living room with wood-burning stove, dining room and fully equipped kitchen with plenty of storage space. Large central island with work surface and table for 6 chairs. The right wing comprises a master bedroom with 2 sliding glass doors, bathroom, dressing room and separate WC. 1 study/bedroom. 1 utility/laundry room with access to the garden. The left wing comprises: A beautiful bedroom with 2 sliding doors, 1 separate W.C and its shower room. A corridor leading to 1 separate W.C. 2 bedrooms with bay windows and 1 large bathroom in the middle with large walk-in shower. Very easy to live in. Top-of-the-range fixtures and fittings. Large outdoor tiled and covered terrace in front of the living room with 2 pergolas. Superb 10m x 5m swimming pool with salt electrolysis and submerged cover. Large exotic wood terraces. Pool room and garden shed. 6300m2 enclosed lawn with hedges and large trees. Remote control entrance gate . Peaceful location. House in perfect condition. Quality business. Close to shops. Selling price = €830,000 . Agency fees payable by the SELLER.Patrick GAILLARD estate agent. Les Pierres d'Oc agency since 1953 .Diagnostic de Performance Energétique: DPE = B (62-) GES= A (3) Estimation des coûts annuels d'énergie du logement:1315€ prix moyens indexés au 15/08/2015 (abonnement compris)

On the heights of the Garonne valley, in the heart of a charming village with a rich historical past, built in 1650 on the village fortifications, this sublime, authentic 17th and 18th century residence with 600 m2 of living space has retained all its charm and period architectural features: flagstone floors, monumental stone staircase, parquet flooring, French ceilings, double doors, wood panelling, window frames, etc. The entire property has been lovingly restored with exquisite taste to provide every modern comfort. Superb atmosphere . high ceilings . On the edge of a peaceful square, the imposing dressed stone facade is illuminated by its 18th century windows. At the rear, the living rooms give access to a large wooden terrace and large balconies overlooking the garden and the valley. A beautiful, solid entrance door opens onto a vast 50m2 stone-paved hallway with a majestic ashlar staircase leading to the upper floors. Rustic, convivial kitchen of 25m2 with 1 fireplace - laundry room and storeroom - 1 dining room of 33m2 - 1 study of 21m2 - 1 sitting room of 35m2 - 1 suite of 40m2 with its bathroom and dressing room - 1 bedroom. First floor: 8 bedrooms on 2 levels with en-suite bathrooms. Magnificent library and artist's studio of 115 m2 with exposed beams. All comforts- Central heating- Large garage- Fully landscaped terraced garden of 2600m2. The property has a lot of charm. Selling price = 550,000 - Agency fees payable by the Vendor. File only on references.Patrick Gaillard, Real Estate Agent. Les Pierres d'Oc agency since 1963.

Réf. 4465: Charming 16th century manor house for sale near Agen. The Lot-et-Garonne is criss-crossed by the Canal de Garonne, perfect for cycling or barge trips. The region is renowned for its medieval bastide towns, lively markets and friendly cuisine featuring local produce. Close to major routes, Agen is ideally located for exploring the south of France, while offering the serenity of a rural environment. Agen, in the heart of the Lot-et-Garonne region, is a charming town in south-west France, known for its peaceful surroundings and rich heritage. Nestling between Toulouse and Bordeaux, it offers an exceptional quality of life, combining history, gastronomy and nature. Agen is famous for its delicious prunes, but also for its historic centre, picturesque narrow streets and half-timbered houses. The region's varied landscapes, from rolling green hills to agricultural plains, are ideal for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. A first building constructed in the 16th century comprised only the western part of the building. This three-storey building had a large room serving as a kitchen and a living room on the ground floor, a lounge with a fireplace and a bedroom on the first floor and 6 ‘maid's’ bedrooms on the second floor. The property also included a number of farm buildings and a dovecote, which is still standing today. All these buildings were connected to the main road to the north. This road was abandoned when the Canal Latéral à la Garonne was built in 1840. This access road can be seen on the Napoleonic land register. In the 17th century, the eastern part of the manor house was extended to create a large kitchen with a fireplace, two utility rooms and 4 bedrooms upstairs. In the 19th century, the property belonged to Mr Henri de Blaviel (1846-1918), who commissioned Mr Duby, an architect, to convert the 17th-century part. A three-storey tower and a two-storey adjoining building plus terrace were added to the northern part of the building. The next owner, Louis Georges Pierre de Gaulejac (1915-2003), inherited the estate from his mother and ran a large fruit farm that required the construction of industrial buildings. After his death, the estate was split into two parts, the eastern part comprising the barn and industrial buildings, and the other part, which is the subject of this article, comprising the dwelling and its outbuildings, together with a park covering just over 3.95 acres. Since its acquisition by the current owners in 2005, the property has undergone extensive renovation and conversion work. In a verdant setting, this manor house dating from the 16th century and extended in the 17th century spans approx. 400 sqm of living space, comprising: On the ground floor, an entrance hall leading to a living room, a dining room and access to the first floor via a beautiful abalone staircase. Comprising a kitchen/diner of more than 50 sqm, a study, a scullery, a workshop and bathroom and toilet facilities. All the rooms have a working fireplace and the kitchen has independent access. On the first floor we find respectively: A reading and relaxation room of more than 40 sqm equipped with a wood-burning stove, with direct access to the terrace. An office area at the top of the staircase. A 25 sqm master bedroom with dressing room, shower room and bathroom, as well as 4 large bedrooms with separate shower rooms and bathrooms. The six former maid's rooms on the top floor are now used as a children's play area. There remains the possibility of creating a further 90 sqm of living space in the insulated attic. Outbuildings : 1/ The dovecote: Just a stone's throw from the house is a dovecote in excellent condition, equipped with 2 fixed windows and a staircase for easy use. The layout of the premises makes it easy to accommodate passing guests while preserving the exclusive use of the house. The property is valued at €20,000 per annum, excluding school holidays. 2/ The outbuildings : The outbuildings, with a floor surface area of 155 sqm, are in very good condition and are divided into several sections comprising a workshop, a garage and a wood shed. A stairway provides access to the first floor, allowing the same surface area to be exploited through the 9 existing openings in the masonry. 3/ The well : The property has a well around 300 metres away, shared with a farmer and a market gardener. Two pipes carry the water to the house, the pond and the swimming pool. The house is also connected to the public drinking water network. The property is easily accessed from the road. The 16x8 m masonry swimming pool, with a 2.5 m plunge pool, is fed by borehole water. It has dedicated sanitary facilities. The landscaped grounds of more than 3.70 acres feature trees several hundred years old, including a holm oak dating from the 16th century. The layout of the property's three plots makes them easy to maintain. The proximity of the Canal Latéral makes it ideal for long walks along the green lane. Cabinet LE NAIL – Lot-et-Garonne & Gers - Mr Alain CADET : +33(0)2.43.98.20.20 CPI 3301 2018 000 031 595 - CCI de Bordeaux-Gironde We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.