luxury real estate for sale Valence-sur-baise, France

This house has been in the same family for many years and as such has been added to over time. It has been lovingly restored by the current owner, who inherited the property from her family. The heart of this house is the open plan living room/kitchen. Here we find the large pellet burner that keeps the house cozy in the winter, and the fact that the kitchen is open means that you can cook and chat with friends or family at the same time. The kitchen is entirely fitted; it is relatively small but very practical and efficient. The lovely walled terrace is accessed from this room, and is completely private. This part of the house was originally a bakery with a bread oven on the terrace. A corridor leads off the living room – here the owner has cleverly incorporated some storage space under the staircase – and here we find a very practical ground floor bedroom with an adjoining shower room. This is ideal for visitors as it is completely private and separate from the main living area of the house. A reception area near the second front door gives access to the stairs leading up to the first floor. Upstairs there is a big open plan TV room which is the perfect place to relax with a book or watch a film. It has windows along one side and is very bright in the afternoons. The bathroom has a retro turquoise bathtub and hand basin. There is a separate WC next door. There are three bedrooms on this floor; the first is the smallest, but there is plenty of room for a double bed, and attractive views out the window. The second bedroom has a large attached dressing which could be converted to a private bathroom if desired. The last bedroom has double aspect windows and a large built-in closet. Terrace The sun-drenched terrace is a haven of peace and the perfect place to enjoy an alfresco meal or a drink at any time of the day. It has exposed stone walls on three sides and attractive tiled flooring. Surrounded by a stone wall, this space is accessible both from the house and from the lane that runs just behind it. The large stone garage with mezzanine is a real plus for this house. It has plenty of room to park a large car if desired, and of course there is storage space upstairs too. On a historical note, the garage is built against the original ramparts of the village! Our thoughts here at Bliss This property is a bit quirky, full of charm and surprisingly spacious. It has been lovingly restored and decorated and is in excellent condition. We love the location and the fact that there is no work to be done – it has all been done by the present owner. This house would make a charming main residence, but it could also make an ideal second home. The village is so pretty, it is a delight to just walk around and admire all the lovely public spaces and beautifully maintained houses. It has quite an international flavour too, as it has attracted residents from many parts of France and the world. Technical details 140 m² house 4 bedrooms, including one on ground floor Large stone garage (40 m²) Walled terrace Wood, double glazed windows Programmable pellet burner supplemented by recent electric radiators Septic tank Charming historic village

Where are we? This property is located in the beautiful countryside close to the market town of Condom, in an area renowned for its vines. The property sits in an elevated position with a stunning southerly view. There is one other neighbour to the rear, who is unobtrusive and sits behind our property to the north, so that our views to the south and west are entirely uninterrupted. Condom is approximately ten minutes by car and in the other direction there is easy access via lovely country lanes to Eauze - with its fabulous local market. Castera Verduzan and Valance-sur-Baise are also close at hand and both have shops and bakers. The airport of Toulouse is one hour forty minutes away and the TGV station in Agen just under an hour. The main house / the ground floor We enter the property directly into a spacious room, which must once have been the main kitchen. It has retained its original fireplace which is now fitted with a wood-burning stove. The property has terra-cotta style floor tiles and good high ceilings. There are two storage cupboards, two doors to the front terrace and access to the old wooden staircase to the first floor. Downstairs WC There is a downstairs WC and wash basin in a small hallway just off the main entrance. The two downstairs bedrooms On each side of the central hallway there are two very spacious double bedrooms both with ensuite shower-rooms. The first overlooks the front driveway, the second has a lovely view of the gardens and French doors to the terrace. The kitchen/ dining room This spacious and light-filled room occupies a central position in the property and with its tall ceiling and panoramic view through double French doors to the south, this room is flooded with light. The space is nicely divided between a dining-area, and the kitchen with a central island unit. The kitchen has lovely storage cupboards and in particular a wall of very practical cupboards so that everything is neatly tidied away (this is an extremely tidy house and the many useful cupboards throughout make this easier). This room has a terra-cotta style tiled floor. The rear kitchen There is a handy pantry area behind the kitchen which is generous in size and helps with the overflow from the main kitchen area. There is a fridge here. The main reception room The main reception is a fabulous room in the style of a barn conversion with lovely exposed ceiling beams and stone walls. There are two sets of double doors with a panoramic view to the south and a view to the west across the terrace to the hangar. This room has wooden a wooden floor, nicely aged in soft tones. At the far end there is a fireplace with a wood burning stove. This is a fabulous room for entertaining and the views are tremendous. The main house / the first floor We access the first floor via a small wooden staircase in the main entrance, and which appears to be original. The staircase leads to a generous first-floor landing. The first floor bedrooms There are three first floor bedrooms. The first is a master bedroom with an ensuite shower. This is a gorgeous room with three windows and an extremely comfortable amount of space in the bedroom. The views are lovely and of course there is lots of lovely sunlight. The second bedroom is a generously sized double bedroom, the third slightly smaller but also able to hold a double bed. There are handy storage cupboards in both rooms. These two bedrooms share a family bathroom with a big bath tub, sink and WC. The Gardens and Pool The gardens are well presented, but of course their finest feature is the view! The gardens to the south are reminiscent of a Roman hilltop, with what can only be called a panoramic or sweeping view which is very impressive. The pool area sits in the perfect position to enjoy the views - one can imagine swimming here « into » the view. There are terraces on all sides of the property with a hedged parking area to the front. The hangar ( « party space » ) An old farm hangar (open on four sides but with a roof) provides an excellent space under which to party or to dine in the shade. With easy access to the poolside and in the perfect position to enjoy the views.

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.

GERS - CONDOM In a charming hamlet, beautiful property including a main house and a medieval tower from the 13th and 14th centuries. Without nuisance and in good general condition, this house with 365 m² of living space and 12 main rooms including 7 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, has kept its beautiful original architectural elements. First floor: entrance hall, living room, sitting room, study, music room, dining room, kitchen/laundry room, 2 bathrooms and 2 toilets. A staircase goes down to the cellar. 1st floor: 7 bedrooms from 26 to 20 m², 2 bathrooms, 2 toilets and a storeroom. Medieval tower with 3 levels of about 65 m² and a very nice architecture. Adjoining south facing barn of 100 m², converted into an elegant summer dining room. Well kept park with a well and an orchard. Ideal house as a family residence or for artistic or touristic use. Energy class: N/A Climate class: N/A Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

This impressive 20th century chateau surrounded by its vineyards and parkland offers many opportunities to a discerning buyer. The crop is currently maintained and sold to a nearby cooperative. The wide range of outbuildings show that it was once an independent concern. With some fenced paddocks, a small lunge pen and 4 stables it is suitable for equestrian pursuits. There is an in ground swimming pool for relaxation and terraces around the chateau for entertaining or lounging. A converted dovecote could be used as a gîte and with some renovation other outbuildings could provide additional accommodation. History This renaissance style chateau was rebuilt at the start of the 20th century on the site of a 16th century Gascon chateau. It boasts an hexagonal tower at one end and a round tower at the other. Internally there are numerous features of note from this period including fireplaces, flooring, staircases and traditional oak woodwork and tiles. Key Points Private location not far from facilities The chateau is in need of major renovation internally to provide comfortable and modern accommodation A wide range of outbuildings offering a range of possibilities for development Well set out and maintained gardens and parkland with mature trees The Chateau The chateau is on 3 levels with large windows providing large bright rooms with views over the land. The structure was reroofed less than 10 years ago but only a small part of the ground floor has been lived in since then. There is some central heating provided by an oil fired boiler. The layout flows reasonably well and could be a large family home with living spaces on the ground floor, bedrooms on the first floor and an independent flat on the top floor. Other buildings The dovecot (75m2) has recently been upgraded to form a 1 bedroomed gîte over 3 levels. It has a purpose built wooden staircase between the floors. Of note is the detail of the woodwork on the top floor bedroom. The middle floor has a sitting room and shower room and the ground floor a kitchen diner. Gardens. A gravel driveway leads up to and surrounds the chateau. An above ground swimming pool Land In total there are approximately 74 hectares surrounding the chateau and outbuildings. It comprises of meadows and land of 26 hectares, 7 hectares of woodland and 40 hectares of vines. The parkland has numerous trees over 100 years old. Currently grapes of these varieties are grown - Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Colombard, Gros Manseng, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, Sauvignon Gris and Ugri Blanc. Location The estate is set back off a departmental road and is about 3 kilometres from a town with a wide range of shops and leisure pursuits. The motorway network The TGV The major international airports of Bordeaux and Toulouse are 1hr 30 mins drive. . Full details can be obtained by contacting [email protected]

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This lovely stone property, with its elegant facade, sits in the heart of Condom, a couple of minutes walk from the many local restaurants, shops, schools and weekly market. With 4 bedrooms, 2 reception-rooms, a dining-room and a study, this property is an ideal family home. The property is located in the heart of historical Condom, in an elevated position, from which a good number of lengthly walks around the glorious park, the river, or the 33 KM converted railway line « le chemin vert » are easily accessible, making the property the perfect balance between town and country. The property is representative of the grand 18th century homes found in Gascony, with high ceilings and tall windows. The property has been fully restored over the last ten years and has good double-glazing. The roof has undergone work in the last couple of years, and there is gas central-heating throughout, all of which combine to provide a comfortable, spacious and extremely elegant home. Let’s take a look in more detail: The main front door opens directly from the street. On the other side, a long entrance hallway divides the property into two sections. The first section has hooks on the wall for coats and a glass door into the front reception where there is a downstairs cloakroom (WC and sink) and a view onto the fabulous original turning staircase, one of the most impressive features of this property. The stair case is spacious and grand, rising elegantly to the first and second floor. To the left of the entrance hallway, there is a spacious study overlooking the street, with a decorative fireplace, no-longer in use and a wooden floor. On the other side of the hallway, also overlooking the street, there is an elegant dining-room, with a large cupboard for the crockery, and a terra-cotta style floor. This room has plenty of space for a large dining-room table. At the far end of the hallway, beyond the central lobby and staircase, there is a cosy downstairs sitting-room with both a window and French doors to the rear courtyard. Approximate measurements Ground floor Entrance: 6.25 m² Clearance: 10 m² Office: 18.25 m² WC: 2 m² Living room: 19.40 m² Kitchen: 21.95 m² Laundry room: 8.70 m² Corridor: 1.50 m² Dining room: 16.15 m² 1st floor Landing: 4.50 m² Bedroom 1: 20.25 m² Clearance: 1.75 m² Bedroom 2: 23.60 m² Bathroom: 8.05 m² WC: 2.15 m² Corridor: 2.95 m² Living room: 38.95 m² Dressing room: 6.85 m² Second floor Landing: 4.20 m² Bathroom: 10.35 m² Bedroom 3: 22.35 m² Bedroom 4: 26.75 m² --- Attic: 27.30 m² Garage

The main house: The hallway The front door opens onto a neat hallway with storage for coats and shoes. The downstairs double bedroom To the right of the hallway there is a downstairs double bedroom overlooking the front garden. The room has been decorated in calm and neutral colours in keeping with the tasteful decor throughout the entire property. There is ample space for a double bed, and behind the bed, a plaster-board wall which has been added to cleverly concealed a wash-basin to one side and a shower on the other. The « middle » reception room with wood burning stove This room sits in a central position between the front hallway and the rear door to the garden. The wooden staircase to the first floor is housed in the corner. This is a lovely spot to sit, at the heart of the property, beside the wood-pellet burner and the original old fireplace. Two cosy arm-chairs are carefully positioned with two reading lights, providing the perfect place to work or to read. The pellet burner is a recent addition, its flames casting a rich red hue to the white stone walls. We traverse this room to reach a second inner hallway, the kitchen, downstairs laundry room, bathroom and cloakroom (WC). The Petit Salon The original reception room is a picturesque bijou of a room. With exposed stone walls and original beams, this room has all the delicacy of a drawing room in a parsonage. It is a « delicate » room, its décor pure and uncluttered with two simple sofas in muted tones and a view (which increases the sense of its size) onto the wood burning stove and « middle » reception room. The Petit Salon and Middle Reception Room work together in many ways, to create one large entertainment space at the heart of the property - with the Petit Salon providing a more intimate setting into which one could escape with a book. The laundry room This is not so much a laundry room as a cleverly designed cupboard with all the requisite depth for a washing machine and dryer. The downstairs cloakroom, WC, Bathroom The WC is separate from the main bathroom, and has a small vanity unit and sink just outside its door. A large and spacious bathroom is situated on the ground floor of the property. The Kitchen Currently this is one of our favourite kitchens here at Bliss and one which would easily find its way into any lifestyle magazine for country homes in Gascony. It is more than just a kitchen but rather more a vast reception room in its own right, where the current owners spend much of their time at the large dining table, eating, preparing food, or enjoying the views to the garden. With French doors to the terrace and a window over a characterful sink area, the kitchen is styled with a light touch, with natural materials, textures and tones. A simplicity which looks easy but is hard to achieve. The First Floor and « occasional » bedroom A wooden staircase leads up to a spacious central landing with a day bed. This space can be used as an additional bedroom for guests but is very much an open-plan room which sits between the two upstairs bedrooms. The two main upstairs bedrooms Both in neutral tones, of creams and whites with a beautiful wooden floor running across the entire length of the first floor, both rooms are zen and restful providing generous space light. The guest house At a short distance from the main house across the lawn, there is a cute cottage-style guest house, comprising a bedroom and ensuite shower room. The guest cottage has been designed with the same inimitable style and flair, in identical matching muted tones. This is a delightful abode for guests wishing to retreat to the countryside How many buildings are there - and how would you describe these? The property comprises four buildings : The main house- which is a pretty stone property with white stone walls. A guest-house across the lawn from the main house, in matching stone. A vast enclosed barn, of approximately 120 m², ideal as a workshop or for a collection of vehicles, with an upper floor providing space for a multitude of activities - and with an attached car port. The vestiges of a ruined house, without a roof and with crumbling walls. The ruin sits to the rear of the property but has the merit of existing on the cadastral plan - meaning it could perhaps one day be restored - planning permission permitting.

Properties don’t get more rural than this one in the GERS - the beautiful rustic region in S-W France famous for its quality of life. Fine food and great wine is an essential part of this area so where better than the GERS to buy a property? This gem is tucked away in a secluded rural location in an elevated position in the rolling hills of the northern Gers only a few kms from the thriving market town of Condom. The house is sympathetically restored and retains many original features but filled with modern comfort for year-round living. It is surrounded by its own land of over 3 hectares with mature trees and meadows, all entirely fenced. This beautiful limestone building, once a defending tower from the middle ages, has well-proportioned reception rooms and 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. All rooms are centrally heated and additional heating is supplied by the large AGA and wood burner. A large outbuilding of over 100 m² on two levels can accommodate horses, cars or even suitable for conversion. Further outbuildings for cars, hobbies or storage. A high end heated swimming pool and its pool house is the cherry on the cake! In short a comfortable, large family home with everything a family could wish for, to suit all age groups and their animals, all year round, whatever the weather…

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.

Dated 1815, this elegant domain is on a perfect spot with great views over the rolling Gascon countryside. Ideally suited for permanent or holiday home for a large family or several generations, having the independent guest cottages available. As these are slightly set away from the main house, they could be rented out commercially. Situated on top of the hill with many centenarian trees of different species around the house, the total land of over 5ha, offers you a large orchard, many trees planted about 30 years ago and a parcel of old oak woodland. From here unspoiled views to the East, South and North. The main house offers elegant and light reception rooms, with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms and structurally in great condition, but a future owner would need to budget for updating the decoration. In this main building, there is a separate caretakers/staff accommodation available as well. The Old Winery, contains 2 self-contained guest houses (72 and 78 m²), ready to move into. In between a large communal playroom and storeroom. All perfectly renovated and can be used year-round due to its high end central heating system. In its basement large garages for cars or workshop. Further small limestone outbuildings and on top of that a 500 m² metal barn to store tractors or whatever one wants. Light, bright, quality and super location are the keywords. This could be your long-desired opportunity to change your lifestyle and become part of us happy few enjoying life in Gascony. Don’t miss it!

Außergewöhnliche Gelegenheit, ein touristisches Anwesen auf einem 4 Hektar großen Grundstück zu erwerben, das eine vollständige Palette von Unterkünften und Freizeiteinrichtungen in einer der attraktivsten Regionen Frankreichs bietet - LE GERS.Am Rande der lebhaften Stadt Condom, im Herzen des malerischen Gascogne, berühmt für seinen Armagnac, seine üppigen grünen Täler, atemberaubende Panoramen und bemerkenswerte Architektur, gesäumt von Bastiden, Kathedralen und Schlössern.Dieses Anwesen umfasst ein geräumiges Hauptgebäude von etwa 230 m², 10 hochwertige finnische Chalets, einen herrlichen Pool mit einladendem Strand und einen Empfangssaal.Das Haupthaus bietet einen Eingangsbereich mit Garderobe, eine große voll ausgestattete Küche, einen Hauswirtschaftsraum, ein Wohnzimmer mit Holzofen, ein Büro, 6 Schlafzimmer mit Einbauschränken und 2 Badezimmer. Es ist mit Gasfußbodenheizung, Holz-Doppelverglasung ausgestattet und hat eine Deckenhöhe von 2,80 m.Der Keller, mit einer Gesamtfläche von etwa 220 m², ist in zwei Teile unterteilt: einen Technikbereich mit Kessel und Lagerplatz für Fahrräder, Grills, Traktoren und Gartengeräte, und einen Empfangssaal mit voll ausgestatteter Küche und Pelletsofen.Im Park bietet ein herrlicher Pool von 12x6 m mit einem großen Strandbereich, Dusche, Toiletten und einer schattigen Terrasse einen idealen Entspannungsort.Die 10 hochwertigen finnischen Chalets sind so angeordnet, dass die Privatsphäre jedes einzelnen gewährleistet ist, mit mindestens 25 Metern Abstand zwischen ihnen. Vollständig ausgestattet und eingerichtet bieten sie komfortable Unterkünfte für vier bis acht Personen.Ein Kinderspielplatz, der den Sicherheitsstandards entspricht, wurde 2019 installiert.Derzeit blühend als saisonale Vermietung, mit wöchentlichen Buchungen im Juli und August sowie an Wochenenden während des restlichen Jahres, bietet dieses Anwesen ein attraktives Einkommenspotenzial.Der Park befindet sich in ausgezeichnetem Zustand, entspricht den geltenden Normen und erfordert keine weiteren Arbeiten.Glauben Sie, dass Sie das Projekt Ihrer Träume gefunden haben? Zögern Sie nicht, mich für einen Termin, weitere Fotos oder zusätzliche Informationen zu kontaktieren.

Overview Turning into the driveway of this property, there is an immediate sense of peacefulness. Our eyes are drawn to the classical line of hundred-year old trees, as we catch a tantalizing glimpse of the medieval tower and its adjacent »chartreuse » or manor house; two fine buildings from very different periods of time sit side by side. It is clear from the outset, there is a treat in store for visitors to this magnificent and enchanting estate. It would be lovely to be able to take flight, and and circle the tower from above, so as to admire the views from up on high. Here one could fully appreciate the extent of the property, and admire the perfect architectural harmony of the tower and the 18th Century « Chartreuse » with its adjacent outbuildings. Around the property, the Gascon countryside spreads its patchwork of green and gold; with corn and wheat and sunflowers in the summer. For a hundred years the cedar trees have sought to reach the top of the tower - their upper branching reaching it, almost, but not quite …in this most peaceful of settings.

We leave the lively town of Condom, and head for the countryside. The drive to the property is peaceful, and we soon leave the main roads behind, traversing farmland, fields of wheat, sunflower and corn. On arrival, we pull into a smart driveway beside a neat looking garden, where from the outset everything appears to be in immaculate order. The property has recently been rendered, and has a smart and attractive appeal from the outside. The windows have all been recently changed to aluminium their frames contrasting nicely with the stone façade. The land slopes down to a row of vines in neat rows, lending a feel of Provence to the landscape which is lush and emerald green. This is a peaceful location, the one neigbouring property turned to face the other way and at a discreet distance. The house looks towards the views and over its own garden. There is nothing to spoil the landscape for miles around. On the far side of the property, there is a fabulous covered terrace which has been designed as an outdoor reception room, with a summer kitchen, an ideal spot for a large dining-table, and views both to the pool and orchard. This sheltered spot provides a perfect place for alfresco dining both in summer rain or scorching hot days when it is impossible to sit outside without shade. We enter a light-filled open-plan kitchen/reception-room with large bay windows on two sides, one opening directly onto the recently fitted pool and the other to the terrace where the owners like to sit in the evenings for a drink. The view of the poolside, when the windows are pulled open, is particularly inviting; lending the impression that one could step from the living room directly to the waters edge. Our impression that this is one continuous space is accentuated by the stone terrace which flows nicely from the house to the pool in one continuous stretch. In the living room there is a fireplace which houses a log-burning glass insert, for snug winter evenings by the fire. The walls and floors are all in neutral tones, with a clean white ceiling, which gives the impression the property has only just been built, despite the old stone walls. The kitchen is immaculate, with a number of useful contemporary white storage units, a central island, and a view directly onto the reception room, and to the pool. There is a walk in cupboard for additional storage. The splash-back is tiles with white ceramic tiles, the oven inserted into a wall unit and the extractor fan in slick black : all of white contribute to the kitchen’s crisp, smart appeal. To the rear of the kitchen a small inner corridor leads to an additional pantry area, where the freezer and fridge are kept, with additional storage cupboards. At the end of the corridor there is a downstairs cloakroom, with WC and wash basin and next to it, a lovely clean white laundry room with a downstairs shower. At the end of the hallway, there is a downstairs double bedroom, which in turn has its own private entrance/exit, opening onto a covered porch area with a concrete floor, where the family car is parked, and where a door leads to a spacious barn with a new wooden doors, an ideal space to house the logs for the fire, or the garden tools. This workshop area has a concrete floor and a new pine ceiling with electricity, water and a sink. The ground floor double bedroom is ideal for guests or older children having a private door to the garden, and with the downstairs bathroom and shower room next door this enables perfect guest accommodation. This completes our tour of the ground floor. Now let’s take a look upstairs. We ascend to the first floor via a contemporary black metal staircase which leads to a spacious landing area, which is more than just a landing but an upstairs reception room, with lovely windows running the length of the room, and overlooking the front garden. There is a bookshelf, a guitar, the perfect area to relax, and take in the views. This central landing/upstairs living space has a hallway at each end, leading to the upstairs bedrooms. On one side there is a bedroom currently set up with twin beds, which has a skylight, and next to it a double bedroom with pleasant garden views from a tilting window, and exposed beams painted in white. On the other side of the landing there is a white marble bathroom with a bathtub, beautiful long sink, and shower, also with marble tiles. The bathroom has direct access to a fabulous long dressing room, with a row of cupboards on each side, with glass doors, with lots of space to keep all the family laundry hidden from view. In the hallway there is an upstairs cloakroom/WC, with red and white decorative tiles, and a washbasin, and at the far end of the hallway, a double bedroom with fantastic views both over the poolside and the surrounding countryside. The upstairs bedrooms share the aforementioned family bathroom, with shower and bathtub. The property has one final surprise for us. A separate guest cottage, which is has a downstairs bedroom, kitchen, and shower room/WC, and a first floor loft area, which is currently used as a music room for guitar sessions. The guest annexe is perfect for friends and family having its own kitchen, for complete independence.

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.

Lomagne Properties is proud to present a majestic Gascony estate, surrounded by 28 hectares of lush forest and embraced by 2 hectares of picturesque parkland. Meticulously renovated, this property offers several living areas, a dining room and an expansive kitchen with cathedral ceilings. On the upper floor, three en suite bedrooms and a mezzanine that serves as a hobby room and a fourth bedroom with en suite bathroom and living area, practical as a private guest suite. Despite the nearby road, the serene indoor and outdoor spaces offer respite, while all amenities are easily accessible. The estate is adorned with thriving greenery, offering a sanctuary for nature lovers. All of this is finished by huge renovated outbuildings suitable for many hobbies and a swimming pool area with great outdoor living making this property truly amazing.Region: Department Gers, near Condom. Airport Toulouse approx. 1h20, Airport Bordeaux approx. 1h50. ?Access: Good access to nearby village, with all amenities. Total of 30 hectares of land (of which 28 hectares of forest)  Layout: Total of 460m2 habitable space.  Ground floor:o   Entrance hall - travertine flooring bespoke wooden staircase- 16 m2o   Living room - travertine flooring - fireplace with wood burner 37 m2o   Dining room - travertine - wood burner - 25.50 m2 o   Kitchen- fully-equipped- underfloor heating - wood- stove 60 m2o   Second living room travertine flooring - wood stove - 29 m2o   Boiler room - 12 m2o   Separate WCo   Laundry room - 14 m2 First floor :o   bedroom 1- chimney with electric stove -wooden floor 25,50 m2 o   ensuite bathroom (bath - shower - wc ) -11.50 m2 o   bedroom 2 - chimney wooden floor - 27m2o   ensuite bathroom (bath - shower - wc ) -11,90 m2 o   bedroom 3 -wooden floor - 17,90 m2 o   ensuite bathroom (shower - washbasin wc)o   33,50 m2 mezzanine study/hobby spaceo   Suite apartment; lounge (32.30 m2)- bedroom (21.60 m2 ) - bathroom  (10,50 m2 ) - shower - washbasin wc Second floor:o   Office - 12 m2 o   Attic storage room with standing height Outbuilding: o   76 m2 double garage with thick concrete flooro   114 m2 hangar new roof - t thick concrete floor new mezzanineo   30 m2 wood storageo   35 m2 pool houseo   140 m2 outbuildings for tractors Condition: In excellent condition. Roof of outbuilding new. Roof of house revised. Dubbel glazing throughout. Very well insulated.New fuel Central heating with radiators. Very high level of finishing. Additional info:      ·       Heated swimming pool 12 x 6 m liner renewed in 2018·       300.000 m2 of grounds 30 hectares = 74 acres·       Taxes foncières, 4300 euros annual·       Access lanes have been created in the forest by current ownersComments: Our properties have been carefully selected for their location, character and charm. A house is sold unfurnished unless mentioned in the description. Agency fees payable by the seller. All measurements and distances are approximate. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Georisques website. Non contractual document.LOMAGNE PROPERTIES EIRL Resi Limbeek - Mandataire  Reseau Expertimo - RSAC 529 658 072 Montauban -   0033 (0) 7.60.85.21.76 - www.lomagne-properties.com EXPERTIMO est le leader français des réseaux dédiés aux mandataires expérimentés

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Set in 28 hectares of woodland and 2 hectares of parkland, this Sublime Gascogne has been renovated to a very high standard by a number of renowned local craftsmen. The imposing wrought-iron gate opens onto a magnificent tree-lined driveway that leads up to the property and reveals a splendid park adorned with numerous species of trees. The white stone facades reflect the sun, the swimming pool beckons temptation, and the surrounding forest offers coolness and protection. It was planted with cedars, oaks and pines several decades ago, and invites you to take long walks along the winding paths. The house opens onto a beautiful entrance hall which leads to the living room on the left and the dining room on the right. Both have stone fireplaces, travertine floors and discreet ceiling mouldings. The hallway ends in the huge cathedral-ceilinged kitchen, which has a cosy seating area and a large French window opening onto the sun terrace. There is also a snug room, a fully-equipped utility room, a guest toilet, a boiler room and 2 heated workshops on the ground floor. The first floor features oak floors, 2 sumptuous bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms and fire surrounds replicating the ground floor's fireplaces, a large mezzanine above the kitchen used as a study and sewing room, a 3rd bedroom with its shower room, and finally a suite, also with outside access, housing a lounge, bedroom and shower room. The same beautiful staircase leads to the 3rd floor where there is an office and a large storage space and the attic. All the materials used in the renovation are noble and top-of-the-range: brass for the hinges, handles and locks, oak for the woodwork, granite, wrought iron for the banisters and railings, and stone. The two large barns adjoining the house, which have been re-roofed and re-timbered, have thick reinforced concrete floors for parking large machines, and the workshops have resin floors. There is a 3rd adjoining outbuilding which has preserved its old timbers and wine presses. Two dovecotes lining the vegetable garden have been rebuilt and used to store gardening tools. There is also an outbuilding for storing firewood, a pleasant poolhouse, a tractor barn with a workshop (with potential for development), a car wash area, 2 wells and a pond, and a walnut tree plantation. The central heating is oil-fired with beautiful cast-iron radiators and a new boiler, and the house has 4 wood-burning stoves with free wood ! The insulation, double-glazed windows and oak shutters were replaced 7 years ago, as were the plumbing, electrics and bathroom fittings. Only the stone walls, the roof and the magnificent stone floor in the entrance hall have been preserved. This property is a real gem in a relaxing green setting. Fees to be paid by the seller. Energy class D, Climate class D Estimated average amount of annual energy expenditure for standard use, based on the year's energy prices 2021: between 4600.00 and 6280.00 €. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Geohazards website: georisques.gouv.fr.