luxury architect houses for sale Tarn, France

Built in 2012 by architect Jean-Marie Pettès, this house with its serpentine lines offers a peaceful and tranquil living environment. Perfectly adapted to the local climate and surrounding nature, it has been awarded the Low Energy Building label. Nestled in the heart of a 1,900 sqm wooded plot, this single-story house offers 185 sqm of living space. It is organized around three distinct modules joined at their center by the living areas. These include a large, fully equipped kitchen, a compact and functional utility room, a dining area, and a living room with an inset fireplace. The entire space is bathed in light thanks to sliding glass doors that seamlessly blend the natural surroundings. The second module, overlooking the pond, houses a suite with ample storage, a bathroom with a shower, a dressing room, and a separate toilet. The final module is accessed via a long corridor, reminiscent of a train passageway, evoking a sense of travel. It houses three further bedrooms, an office, a shower room, a toilet, and a laundry room. The outdoor spaces are particularly well-designed. A swimming pool runs alongside a decorative pond with koi carp. Below, an exotic wood deck extends from the concrete loggia, which flows seamlessly from the living areas. Concrete cylinders connect the pool, the loggia, and the deck. A carport, parking spaces, and storage areas are available outside.

Perched in a privileged elevated position, this stunning country estate offers complete privacy, tranquility, and breathtaking panoramic views over Cordes-sur-Ciel, one of France’s most beautiful medieval villages. Ideally located just 30 minutes from Albi, a UNESCO World Heritage city, the property combines seclusion with easy access to culture, dining, and amenities. Dating back to the Middle Ages, the main house has been beautifully restored using traditional materials, preserving its authentic character while offering modern comfort. The property provides approximately 480 m² of elegant living space set within landscaped gardens designed to maximise the views. The ground floor features a spacious entrance hall, a charming farmhouse kitchen, and three bright reception rooms, including one opening onto a terrace overlooking the gardens. The principal suite occupies a private wing, complete with dressing room, lounge, and bathroom, and enjoys spectacular triple-aspect views. A further bedroom and bathroom are also located on this level. A second wing offers three ensuite bedrooms, one with direct access to a west-facing terrace and courtyard garden. An additional room, currently used as a home cinema with adjoining bathroom, provides flexible living space. The architect-designed infinity pool with beach-style entry is perfectly positioned to enjoy the surrounding landscape in complete privacy. A separate 65 m² guest house includes a kitchen, living/dining area, ensuite bedroom, and private terrace—ideal for visitors or rental income. A rare opportunity to own a historic luxury home in the heart of the French countryside. Early viewing highly recommended.

Located in the heart of lush greenery, in a sought-after area of Soual (81), this 173 sqm architect-designed house seduces with its contemporary aesthetic and the impeccable quality of its materials. Designed to combine comfort, design, and energy efficiency, it spreads its volumes over a wooded plot of 2,700 sqm with a swimming pool. Upon entering, the living room impresses with its generosity and brightness. The space is organized around an open kitchen with a refined design, enhanced by a granite worktop, and a welcoming living room facing the terrace and the swimming pool. The house accommodates four bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, offering comfort and privacy to its occupants. Outside, the heated salt-water swimming pool blends harmoniously into the wooded garden, providing an ideal relaxation setting. This development is distinguished by its exemplary energy performance. Rated A in the DPE, it benefits from a design thought for durability and energy savings: CanExel type wood cladding lacquered in the oven, guaranteeing longevity without maintenance. Heat pump with underfloor heating. Canadian well coupled with a double flow VMC. High quality insulation. This house perfectly embodies the alliance of contemporary architecture and an eco-responsible approach, offering a warm, comfortable and forward-looking living space. Shops, schools, transport: 5 min Castres: 20 min Castres-Mazamet Airport (daily connections to Paris): 16 min Toulouse Blagnac Airport: 1h15 Close to the future A69 which will connect Soual to Toulouse in about 30 minutes. ENERGY CLASS: A / CLIMATE CLASS: A Estimated average amount of annual energy expenditure for standard use, based on 2021 energy prices: between 660 euros and 930 euros Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: http://www.georisques.gouv.fr