Luxury real estate for sale Layrac, France (page 4)

10 minutes from Nérac, beautiful property in the heart of the Lot and Garonne countryside displaying all its charm both inside and outside. This former Templar of 210m2 in which all the old services have been preserved and renovated (stone fireplace, terracotta floor, exposed wooden beams) comprises on the ground floor, a living room of approximately 40m2, a kitchen, a parental suite , a game room, a large bedroom and a bathroom. Upstairs, the house offers a beautiful space on the mezzanine, 3 bedrooms, shower room, wc. The 7.5 hectares of this property guarantee all its privacy which its occupants can fully enjoy, while enjoying its large swimming pool (12mx 6m) and its tennis court. The land is partially wooded and its fields are currently maintained thanks to a lease. Ideal vacation spot for lovers of space near the bastides and fortified villages of the region! Diagnoses under study. Selling price: 650000EUR hai including 5% fees payable by the buyer of which 4.84 % fees incl. VAT at the buyer's expense.

Located in the heart of a park of more than one hectare with century-old trees with a French garden, 1 hour 15 minutes from TOULOUSE, 40 minutes from Agen and 15 minutes from Valence d'Age, this Venetian architectural style manor (Italy) built at the beginning of the 19th century will charm you from the moment you arrive. This impressive building, completely renovated on its 3 levels, with a generous living space of 730 m², offers a unique blend of period character and modernity. This exceptional property includes from the entrance a beautiful reception, a bright dining room offering a clear view of the outdoor garden, a private lounge, a pantry and a professional kitchen located in the basement. Of a beauty full of grandeur, the stone staircase will lead you to the 11 rooms including 9 suites with living room including one adapted for PMR and 3 bedrooms. They are all equipped with air conditioning and bathroom with WC (except one with bathroom water). Two beautiful balconies will give you the opportunity to relax peacefully and contemplate the breathtaking view of the magnificent garden. A sumptuous swimming pool (12m x 7.5m) with pool house, WC and shower will allow your guests to relax. The vast landscaped, wooded and fenced garden, accessible by an automated gate, offers a serene and private setting. In a picturesque setting of orchards and vineyards, nestled between Lot-et-Garonne and Tarn-et-Garonne, this charming 1.6 hectare property invites you to give it a new lease of life in a new project as a large family home, bedroom charming hotel or wellness center. Private parking, garage, terrace (150m²), gardens... Sold without the business, this property is free of any occupation on the day of the authentic deed. Technical points: - heating: air/water heat pump installed in 2020 - Radiator: with regulation room by room, intermittent by room with minimum temperature - 2 vertical water heaters 600L - VMC Low pressure Hygro A - hotel standards respected - sanitation individual compliant - insulated attic (2001 to 2005) - double wooden glazing - exposed tiles and beams, high ceilings - possibility of building an adjoining room of 300m² for receptions. PROPERTY TAX: €3,353. “Put on your prince and princess outfit” and let your heart guide you. Assured crush ! Fees are the responsibility of the seller. Les informations sur les risques auxquels ce bien est exposé sont disponibles sur le site Géorisques : www. georisques. gouv. fr. ** ENGLISH SPEAKERS: please note that Capifrance has an international department that can help with translations. To see our range of 20,000 properties for sale in France, please visit our Capifrance website directly. We look forward to finding your dream home!

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There are not enough superlatives to honour this immaculately presented property. Truly the best example of “top drawer” restoration! Well balanced modern design goes hand in hand with traditional design and materials, creating most delightful spacious light rooms and wonderful bathrooms. Very rarely we see properties with windows and doors on all sides bringing in light all day round! All new roof, high quality oak windows and shutters, up-to-date insulation, insulated walls, mouldings, high-grade bathrooms make this a property without issues!. It also incorporates a high tech central heating system as well as a sauna. Adjoining the property is a delightful ‘Italian’ garden with lots of cypresses, with far reaching views across the rolling Gers countryside as well as a large swimming-pool. Beautiful limestone outbuildings complete this lovely property like the Pigeonnier, pool house, barn and garage, all within its 5ha of land. Situated between Condom and Lectoure where you’ll find all commodities within 10 minutes.

Lomagne Properties offers this amazing country property set in a peaceful location, in thecenter of its own 26 hectares. Approached via a private drive, flanked by a pound parklandgarden and meadows. The main house offers a comfortable three bed ensuite family homewith pleasant modern dining kitchen and two cosy and bright lounges, with amazingfireplace. The outbuildings give opportunities for all kinds of hobbies, from cars, crafts,keeping animals or hosting guests. The swimming pool, outdoor terraces and convertedattached barn (multi-use) make this a spacious home where everyone finds their place. A veryenjoyable and peaceful property. Location : in South West France, Department Gers, at 10 minutes from villagewith all amenities.Access: TGV- train station in Agen at 30 min., Airport Toulouse of Bordeaux(1h35)Layout: Total 285 m2Interieur : ground floor§ entrance hall - 14.90 m2§ living room - 31.70 m2 - oak parquet floor§ kitchen and dining room - 51 m2 - fitted - fireplace with wood burner -§ reception or dining room - - 34.80 m2 - large stone fireplace - ceilingheight 3.8m§ shower room - 5 m2 - washbasin shower - laundry§ separate WCFirst floor:§ bedroom 1 - 39.50 m2 - old fireplace - cupboard + shower room with WC§ study - 9.90 m2§ bedroom 2 - 33 m2 - old fireplace + dressing room + shower room -shower washbasin wc§ bedroom 3 - 55.80 m2 + shower room - shower, washbasin, wc +mezzanineOutbuildings:§ 83.40 m2 converted barn - boiler room in use as storage for special cars also used for party's§ 130,50 m2 - old stables - garage with workshop + identical 1st floor area§ 53.90 m2 and 32,50 m2 - carport§ 19,30 m2 room + machinery swimming poolLongere:§ room with old fireplace and sink in stone§ 9,20 m2 room 2§ 15,20 m2 room 3§ room 4§ 25,30 m2 covered terrace - sand on the ground§ 81 m2 large courtyard - sand floorExterior:o Fibre glass swimming pool 10 x 4m, chlorineo Terrain of 26 hectare (260.000 m2) = 64 acresCondition:o Double glazing wooden windowso Roof in very good conditiono Central heating heat exchange pump and gaz as a complemento Septic tank (non-compliant)Additional info:o Annual taxe fonciere: 1456 euroso 107 m2 greniero 34 m2 wine cellaro 32 m2 cellar Comments: 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 vendor. All measurements and distances are approximate. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website. Non contractual document.LOMAGNE PROPERTIES - EIRL Resi Limbeek - Mandataire Reseau Expertimo - RSAC 529 658 072 Montauban - France0033 (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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Near Lectoure and Agen, medieval château from the XIII century and alterations from the early renaissance of the XVI century. This 950 m² château listed monuments historiques which has conserved many of its original features presents a unique opportunity to restore. The former moat, sentry tower with archer slits, the entrance bridge formerly a drawbridge remind its original defensive purpose while the hexagonal dungeon tower, the renaissance galery, the spiral stone staircase, the cloister and the chapel show the alteration from the renaissance period. The chateau boasts 25 rooms including a guards room, empire style reception rooms, a gallery, 9 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, vaulted stone cellars, a chapel. In the park crossed by a river, there are century old trees, a mill house, outbuildings, a XVI century dovecote. On the land of the property, there are 4 farmhouses to repair, 156 hectares of cultivated land and partly under irrigation and 48 hectares of woodland.

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A discreet medieval house, its outbuilding and walled garden in the centre of a historic town in the Gers region. The property is accessed from an alleyway running parallel to the main street of the village, a stone's throw from the cathedral and all shops and schools. Built protected from prying eyes, it is shielded by the front building, whose sober facade gives no hint of the distinctive character, which unfolds in the various rooms spread over its four floors. Facing the southern ramparts, it comprises a medieval tower acquired by the current inhabitants in a state of dilapidation in the 2000s, a garden on two levels and an outbuilding, part of which has been rebuilt in wood. The main building stands in a prominent position, accessed via a stone staircase, set back from a garden and terrace embellishing the southern facade. To the north, a narrow wing projects at right angles, overlooking a patio. This patio includes a well and is divided in two by a high wall. It is located in the centre of the various buildings in the central part of the old town and provides access to a cellar and a lavatory. Despite the proximity of buildings typical for medieval town centres, the dwelling enjoys absolute peace and quiet, with no visual disturbance from neighbours and a superb vista over the countryside stretching as far as the Pyrenees.

A house with a garden, patios, an outbuilding, a shop space and an apartment, nestled in the historical town of Lectoure in France’s Gers department. The edifice’s layout is typical of others in this town where buildings interlock with one another and stand around inner courtyards and gardens. The property extends from a main street on its north side, where you find the shop space and apartment, both currently rented out, to a secondary parallel street on its south side, where you enter a garage. It is made up of three distinct buildings that stand between two parallel streets. These sections are separated by outdoor spaces: a patio, a garden and terraces. The first building faces the main street. It has three floors with an unconverted loft space. Its entrance hallway leads to the grand town house and to the ground-floor shop space, which offers a floor area of around 60m² and has a shopfront window. The hallway also leads up to the apartment, which has three main rooms and a floor area of around 140m². This apartment takes up the edifice’s first and second floors. The second building has a single-storey 18th-century main section made of dressed stone that faces a court, which is partly covered. A four-floor medieval tower with a loft adjoins this section. This edifice has a wooden terrace on its south side and a walled garden that extends eastwards and southwards. On the narrow street on the south side, there is a separate stone building that adjoins two other properties. It houses a vast ground-floor garage and an upstairs space with sloping attic ceilings that could be converted. The latter space can be reached from the garden via the wooden terrace.

A little further away, in a picturesque medieval village located in a natural area, this refined property of 500 m2 welcomes you on a plot of 38,000 m2. On the ground floor, the centerpiece of this building, a living room of 130 m2 with cathedral ceiling: dining room, bar, semi-professional kitchen and its Lacanche stove and diving area There are also two bedrooms, a living room and another room currently used as a dormitory. Half-landing, a bedroom and its pretty terrace. On the first floor, four suites with shower rooms and toilets. This charming residence benefits from high-end services. Completely renovated with natural and authentic materials such as: lime plaster, parquet floors and custom-made frames. Most of the joinery was also specially created for this place, such as the oak doors and parquet floors upstairs. The wood used comes from several species (Tarn oak, Tulip tree, etc.) The house benefits in part from the comfort provided by underfloor heating thanks to the heat pump. On the terrace side, a wrought iron pergola offers a view of the surrounding nature. An enchanting setting with access to the swimming pool (18X4.5), a deliciously refreshing place for quiet moments, in a timeless place. A well and a lean-to complete this exterior. This residence benefits from easy access to amenities. Ideally placed to enjoy the region, renowned for its architectural, natural and gastronomic heritage, it is located 11 km from Lectoure and 16 km from Fleurance. Agen station, 45 minutes away, allows you to reach Paris by TGV in 3 hours 30 minutes and Toulouse-Blagnac international airport can be reached by road in 1 hour 20 minutes. Future occupants will be able to live here with family or consider a tourist project in the heart of a unique place in its peaceful environment. Fees are the responsibility of the seller. Le Diagnostic de Performance Energétique(DPE) a été réalisé selon une méthode valable mais non fiable et non-opposable. Les informations sur les risques auxquels ce bien est exposé sont disponibles sur le site Géorisques : www. georisques. gouv. fr. Contact your local agent, Sandrine BALZARIN, FLEURANCE, Optimhome Associate Estate Agent at 06 22 90 75 22 – More information on https://www.optimhome.com/conseillers/sandrine.balzarin (ref 555083)

This house was probably originally a typical Gascon farmhouse. In fact, the base of what must have been used for the cows outside still remains. The accommodation is of a good size. As usual in these Gascon houses, we find the entrance in the middle of the house and 2 rooms on either side. On one side is the kitchen with its dining area, and on the other is a large sitting room with a fireplace. In the entrance hall is a beautiful wooden staircase that leads to the 1st floor landing, again divided into two parts. On one side are 2 bedrooms for children and on the other is the master bedroom with its dressing room. A bathroom is located on the landing. The well-crafted staircase continues to the 2nd floor. This floor can be converted in its entirety, the beams having been cleverly redone so that 2 further bedrooms and 2 bathrooms could probably be installed. It should be noted that the roof has been completely redone by a professional and that the ten-year guarantee is still in force.

This south facing property is in the heart of Lectoure, with five first floor double bedrooms, a ground floor bedroom, a shared family bathroom, main reception room and spacious kitchen. The property has the advantage of a walled garden, and a garage. With a spacious first floor balcony to add to its charm, this property is a rare opportunity to purchase a property in one of the most attractive medieval streets of Lectoure. Some updating is required but the property is perfectly habitable. Room Sizes Entrance hall: 17.79m2 Cloakroom + WC: 2.13m2 + 1.47m2 Garage/laundry room: 18.89m2 + 3.23m2 Downstairs bedroom/study/office: 12.52 (with a sink) Inner hallway to kitchen/reception: 7.39m2 Kitchen: 27.83m2 Reception Room: 22,62m2 First Floor Landing: 8.22m2 Bedroom 1: 15,92 (with access to balcony terrace) Balcony first floor (covered terrace/ access to balcony) : 12,03 Bedroom 2: 17,24m2 Bedroom 3 : 13,61m2 Bedroom 4 : 14,10m2 Bedroom 5: 17,27m2 (above the garage – as an extension) Bathroom : 7,80m2 (bathtub, sink, WC)

THIS RENOVATED PROPERTY SITS ON TOP OF A HILL, ENJOYS UNINTERRUPTED VIEWS TO THE SURROUNDING COUNTRYSIDE AND BENEFITS FROM LARGE LIVING SPACES. Shopping, restaurants and antique shops in Lectoure are 12kms away. This area has a wealth of cultural and architectural gems. The main motorway between Toulouse and Bordeaux can be reached within 10 minutes. A cyprus and olive trees lined lane takes to the property at the top of a hill. The main house and wisteria covered dovecot are surrounded by nature, mature trees and shrubs. Peace and serenity immediately welcome the visitor. The large gascon-style house is entered by several entrances from the surrounding terraces.It includes: - On the ground floor, directly from the garden: 2 large reception rooms (1 with a fireplace), dining-room, a fully equipped kitchen with French door to a covered patio area, office, bedroom with shower, wc, laundry rooms, store room with technical utilities.To the rear of the building, attached but also accessed by a private entrance door, a separate guest wing with lounge, 2 bedrooms, wc and large shower room. Covered terrace for alfresco dining. - On the first floor up a wide wooden staircase, 4 en-suite bedrooms, 2 on each side of a massive 160 sqm room with a beautiful timber roof structure, used by the current owners for private concerts or exhibitions. A perfect space to relax, meditate or yoga. On the East side of the main building, the original dovecot on 2 levels has been renovated recently. Downstairs there is a cosy sitting-room, a galley kitchen with dinining area opening to a private terrace, 1 bedroom and a large shower room. Upstairs and accessed by a traditional outside flight of steps, there is a romantic bedroom with 4-poster bed. Magnificent timber ceiling structure above. Wc and sink. On the South side of the property, a little away from the house, the swimming-pool (9 x 4m) with surrounding tiled deck and pool house with sauna that overlooks the countryside. An observation deck offers extended views to the countryside and the church of the little village nearby. 4 horse loose boxes next to the dovecot could be developed as more bedrooms or use for their intended purpose. 2 fresh water wells. Heat pumps. Water filtering system. Water softener. The land has been meticulously landscaped, with meadows, bushes and mature trees of different kinds. Fruit trees at the back of the house. And even a charming walk around the estate for the owners' dog ! The peace and tranquility of this property are unique. This is a perfect home to relax with a book under a tree, swim whilst surrounded by nature or simply do nothing. The property could be an ideal family home, a holiday retreat or a luxury. B&B. THIS IS A RARE OPPORTUNITY TO ACQUIRE A UNIQUE PROPERTY NEAR LECTOURE. FOR MORE INFORMATION AND REQUEST FOR A VISIT PLEASE CONTACT AGENCE hAMILTON IN LECTOURE ON : +33 (0) 5 62 29 59 57.

This substantial property sits at a close distance to the popular market towns of both Lectoure and Fleurance. In a highly sought after location, the property is utterly tranquil with no near neighbours and stunning views over the horizon to the Pyrenees which are in full view. The property is gated, with an electric gate opening onto a long private driveway leading to the property. At the bottom of the driveway there is a vast and spacious garage, with plenty of space for the family cars and bikes. The garage is spacious enough for ten vehicles and has a concrete floor and an electric door. To the front, the pool sits in an elevated position and is surrounded by a terrace forwith Mediterranean-style landscape gardens. In this part of the garden there is also a gravelled area for playing a Sunday afternoon game of Pétanque. To the side of the property a large and stone terrace flanked by stone walls opens out over the grounds with incredible views to the south and over the surrounding countryside. The gardens have a Mediterranean air, with olive trees, Cyprus and pine trees. The front section is mostly laid to gravel for ease, and by the side of the garage, there is an area for dry plants, ensuring the beauty of the garden during the hottest summers.

Boasting a prime location with far-reaching views in the heart of a highly sought-after Gascon village, this picturesque abode offers the perfect blend of rural tranquility and village life. Home to a family of three with a dog - this property is ideal as a main residence or as a holiday bolt-hole, with easy access to may countryside walks around the nearby countryside. We enter the property via a private courtyard whose ancient stone walls form an intimate and private space in which to entertain; the perfect miniature garden in which to display a collection of potted plants or in which to dine on a heady summer’s night. Small enough for easy maintenance, spacious enough for outdoor dining and relaxation in the sun, this area once comprised a first floor wooden terrasse which could potentially be re-instated in metal or wood. (Planning may be required). Certainly what this garden may lack in size, it gains in charm, being very much an additional reception-room in the summertime. From the stone courtyard we enter the house via a side door which opens onto a small hallway. Here there is a downstairs laundry room and a handy storage area. Shedding our coats, we turn to the spacious reception room which overlooks a tiny medieval street. The room is toasty warm, thanks the wood-burning stove installed by the current owners. Of note are the large glass windows which open onto the street from the reception room and allow a stream of sunlight into the room. The kitchen is a delightful area that has the “feel” of a multifunctional reception room, with a central moveable island, a dining-room area and a panoramic view of the valley to the north. The current owners would have fitted a second wood-burning stove into this room had they stayed. On the first floor an impressive master bedroom overlooks the tiny medieval village street. This fabulous room has an open-plan bathroom with a tub and sink. There is also a private ensuite WC for the parents. The family showroom shared by the other two first floor bedrooms sits in the middle of the landing. This room has a lovely view over the internal courtyard - and potentially with a rejig, one could position a bath tub in a prime position to enjoy the view. The two remaining bedrooms overlook the valley with far reaching views. One is currently used as a music room, the other a teenage bedroom : both are of a good size either as two children’s rooms - or perhaps one could be used as a study. However you choose to make use of the first floor bedrooms, the light is good and the views in both directions too. The top floor has a special surprise reserved for guests to the house. A hideaway in the eaves, a cosy nook in which to retreat, this room has the joyous playfulness of a secret den, tucked up high in the rooftop and oblivious to the stirrings of the world below. Guests who enjoy a quirky nest will feel safe and coddled by the intimate walls of this little hideaway. This room will appeal to anyone young of heart and remain entirely inaccessible to anyone who isn’t surefooted. Up on high, the bed is custom built on a platform. There is a small shower room in one corner- while WC is accessible on the first floor.

This magnificent Gascon Château sits in the heart of rolling countryside and has been treasured by the same family for several generations. With its foundations in the Middle Ages, circa 1479, these old stone walls have observed the centuries pass by and observed each generation adapt the building according to the needs and innovations of its time. The most remarkable of these modifications was the extension of the original château before the French Revolution by the Comtesse de Beaumont, a courtesan of the court, who, forced to flee from court and to return home to Gascony, (one wonders at the actions that led to the wrath of the Queen?), later hosted political refugees herself, fleeing the bloodshed of Paris and the reign of terror in 1789. Later throughout the 20th century and war with Germany, the chateau once again offered sanctuary to those in need. In the second world war a Jewish refugee by the name of Irène Lezorviez, was hidden here. As a sign of recognition a tree was planted in 1987 in Jerusalem as a sign of recognition to the Gascon French resistance. The Comtesse de Beaumont was the person to make the greatest contribution to the development of the Château as we know it today. Bringing back home with her the notions of fine living she had experienced at court, the Comtesse was anxious to create a similar splendour in rural Gascony. This might have been a rural and working estate, but the Comtesse made additions to ensure that it was transformed into a place of beauty and the ideal place to host parties, with the addition of the 18th century wing which forms the main building today, to the addition of the stone turrets with their far reaching views, to the development of the stunning parkland with its tree-lined avenues in the shape of a star, leading to the bronze statue of Diane the huntress, and last but not least, the construction of the delicate and ornamental chapel where current owners of this family have married. During her time at the Château many parties were hosted here, and it is a testimony to the longevity of the Gascons themselves, that having escaped the Revolution, the Comtesse lived on until the fine age of one hundred years! Each successive generation has brought change and innovation to the park and buildings, with various additions; for example, the innovative water-pump and windmill, to the complete renewal of the roof as we see them today by the current owners. This property was the first to experience the joys of running water and has traditionally been the residence of a succession of innovative and inspirational residents. With its towers, pigeonniers, moat and wine chai, as well as being a place of beauty, we are reminded that this Château is also a testament to the rich agricultural architecture of Gascony. Brought to market for the first time in centuries by BLISS IMMOBILIER since 1881, this is a rare and extraordinary opportunity to enjoy not only an incredible building and park, but to experience French history first-hand. Some of the original furniture remains, including the commode at the entrance hall with its grand mirror, installed by the Comtesse so that she might check her appearance before leaving through the grand front door. As you glance at the mirror today, and see your own reflection, it is easy to sense the rustle of the skirts of the Comtesse behind you in the grand hallway and imagine her elegant figure sweeping across the magnificent original tiled floor. These rooms are alive with history, in a place which time has somehow managed to forget. Whether your project is to develop a business suitable to the 21st century within these walls, and to bring the rooms alive with conferences or luxury guest suites for guests visiting this wonderful corner of southwest France, or whether you are someone who simply craves the joy and of stepping back in time and living a part of your life where so many others have left their imprint before, we cannot know. What we can promise, is that this is a rare opportunity to live in a place of immense beauty. Climb to the top of the high stone turret and survey the dizzying view of your magnificent 4,6-hectare park, with far reaching views as far as the eye can see on all four sides. Admire the old oak trees which are hundreds of years old, the likes of which could never grow within a single lifetime. Welcome to your own personal opportunity to become chatelain or chatelaine of this fine Gascon château. More photos and information as well as a film on our Bliss real estate website

A chateau dating back to 1839 with large outhouses and 7 5 hectares of grounds, a few minutes from the town of Lectoure in France’s Gers department. A track leading to the property leaves a small country road on the hillside. A discreet spring covered with stones marks the entrance to the grounds. The chateau’s facade appears at the end of a drive shaded by tall, old trees. The edifice enjoys absolute privacy and calm. It looks out over a valley, in isolation from the rest of the world. You can admire several stunning vistas from the property. These views stretch to the town of Lectoure, perched on its rocky outcrop. The chateau is built on a large gravel terrace with a round ornamental stone pond. The building is rectangular and has an adjoining tower in the middle of its west elevation. It has four flours that can be seen from its east side, lower down. The top floor is a loft space. The edifice offers a liveable floor area of around 800m², spread between the ground floor and the first floor, which can be seen from the south driveway. The chateau was built in 1805. It is made of dressed stone, rendered with a beige lime coating. Its facade reflects the architectural traits of its era: 14 rectangular openings are arranged symmetrically around a central bay that stands out for its dressed stone and its double door that forms the main entrance. The quoins, cornices and door and window surrounds are made of exposed dressed stone. The building is crowned with a zinc and slate mansard roof with hipped ends, punctuated with three bull’s-eye windows on its south side, three on its north side, one on its east side and another one on its west side. The grounds are dotted with age-old trees and vast clearings. This wonderful outdoor space includes an isolated swimming pool, a dovecote, an old washing place and an Italian-style garden. The style of this Italian garden goes well with the chateau’s north elevation and brings out its elegance. At a lower level, there are two large rectangular outbuildings made of rubble stone. They face each other and can be reached via a separate drive on one side.

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.