luxury real estate for sale Layrac, France (page 5)

This property is located in a picturesque medieval village, itself an island amidst a sea of greenery and typical of those medieval Gascon villages for which the Gers is renowned. Although there are no shops or commerces, the property is within a whisper of Lectoure, with its many eclectic shops and restaurants. This old stone house offers sweeping views over the valley towards the south of Gascony, the views being one of the property’s most desirable features. It boasts two entrances. One is found in a narrow alleyway frequented only by locals, the other to the south, at the top of a stone staircase, beside an adorable miniature terrace: an unbeatable spot for evening (or lunchtime!) apéritifs while contemplating expanse of valley below. Entering the sturdy front door adorned with its original heavy ironwork, we find ourselves in a spacious Gascon hallway which runs from front to back of the property, where a large table takes center stage for convivial family meals. If you are not yet familiar with the area, you will soon learn that the Gascon hallway being often the grandest space in the house, easily doubles up as a formal entertaining area. Dismiss all conventional ideas as to what a hallway should be used for. In Gascony, a hallway is an extra room. To the left, we enter a warm and welcoming kitchen which is full of charm, with its glass-fronted cabinets and gleaming tile backsplashes, and is generously sized for dining and offers delicious views out to the landscape beyond. The kitchen opens directly onto the main reception room, which is equally as bright, and cosy. This room is an invitation to relaxation, or reading, or for a pleasant nap on a hot summer day, where one can enjoy the warmth of the room in winter, and its refreshing coolness in summer; the property’s thick stone walls providing protection throughout the year. The First Floor Ascend via a beautiful wooden staircase opening onto a large, light-filled landing, an ideal spot for a home office. The first bedroom is bathed in southerly light, and enjoys the same lovely views of the valley. It has hardwood floors, lime-coated stone walls, exposed beams, and a fireplace. The second bedroom, more spacious still, offers the same charm. From its window, one can see fields and woods in the distance, and the ancient medieval walls of the surrounding properties. The bathroom is contemporary in style and features a shower, bathtub, double sink, and WC. The Second Floor A staircase worn by the passage of many footsteps over time, leads to the second floor. Nestled up here, we discover the perfect nook for a cozy reading corner, along with the third bedroom: a spacious cocoon under the roof where children will delight in creating a secret hideaway. The Garden It's small...non-adjacent (being a couple of steps away) but charming! Located right beside the main house, this area provides an extra outdoor room in the summer months. A place to plant some flowers or veg. The ideal place for a summer dining table or barbecue. There is some vis à vis from the property above at the far end, but one section of the garden offers a private area for a table and chairs. Nestled against a heavy dry-stone wall, it charms with its majestic prickly pear fig tree, vivid red photinia in spring, and the abundant whiteness of its snowball bushes. A low-maintenance garden in a tranquil spot where you can contemplate under the starry skies of Gascony.

This beautiful building is situated in the heart of Lectoure and representative of some of the finest architecture found in the historical quarter of this popular and touristic market town. Lectoure is known for its architectural beauty and heritage and has been listed as an area of cultural interest by the world heritage. This appartment building is in the epicentre of town, and allows its occupants to fully participate in Lectoure life, with the towns eclectic restaurants, cafés, and antique stores. The property comprises : Four appartments on three floors (2 grand appartments and 2 smaller studios), as well as a ground-floor room currently let as a professional work-space on the ground floor. Let's take a look in more detail : From the street the building presents attractively, and is built of fine stone and with an imposing and elegant façade. The original front door opens onto an elegant hallway with decorative 'carreaux de ciment' turn-of-the-last-century floor-tiles Ground Floor : Appartment 1, ground floor, currently let as office space: On the ground floor, immediately to the right of the main entrance, sits a 26m2 office space that is currently let. There is large window to the street, and the room has high ceilings and elegant proportions. To the rear of the room there is a storage room/shower and sink area. This area could be let to a lawyer, a medical professional, or anyone who wishes to occupy an office space in Lectoure but who does not need to display products in a traditional shop-window. The window to this space is a traditional 18th century window to an appartment, as opposed to a shop window for display purposes. Though currently let, one day, this space could be converted into a studio appartment. Ground Floor : Appartment 2, luxury appartment with balcony and private garden. This spacious appartment runs the length of the building to a neat garden at the end; a rare find in Lectoure. The appartment measures 114m2 and comprises not only the rear outdoor garden space, but also an internal courtyard that has been enclosed by a decorative iron veranda, creating additional internal space, and an additional balcony/terrace, that overlooks the garden. We access the garden via an internal staircase down to the cellar area, where a door opens onto the garden. The garden is attractive and well-tended, and currenly used only by the occupant of the above appartment. With two bedrooms, a kitchen and a reception room, this is a lovely space in which the future owner of the building might choose to make his home. First Floor (overlooking the garden) Sitting directly above the ground floor appartment, there is a second, equally characterful appartment of 109m2. This light and extremely attractive appartment is currently rented out, and has far reaching views to the countryside. First Floor (overlooking the road) Also on the first floor, there is a 34m2 studio with integrated kitchen and shower room, also currently occupied by a tenant. Finally, on the top floor, under the eaves, there is a 101m2 appartment. The total surface area is divided into two distinct and separate halves by the central staircase, and in the opinion of BLISS is best described as a 'chambre d'étudiante' - or students' room. It is not especially convenient to come out of the main living-room, and to cross the landing and staircase, to access the other half of the property. This room is currently occupied by a tenant. A vast wine cellar in stone runs under the entire length of the building, accessible via an internal staircase from the ground floor. This opens onto the garden. T Our thoughts here at BLISS It is rare that this kind of property comes to market, and usually at the agency we do not tend to market properties that are occupied by tenants. We have made an exception in this case, as the property is a rare find, and with many lovely features we sadly do not often find in rental accommodation. The building has been beautifully cared for over the years. The property is well located and with many lovely features. We particularly love the grand entrance hall, with its colourful orginal floor tiles, and the two larger appartments on the ground floor and first floor. Were the property empty, one might imagine joining the two together into a fabulous duplexe appartment (planning permits permitting). We also noted the gorgeous wooden turning staircase that has retained all the elegance of its period. The tall windows ensure the property is light, and the added benefit of extra rental from the office area allows the owners to contribute to annual taxes and costs. Of course the property currently brings in rental each month. Figures are available at the agency for interested parties. A little unusual on our books, but for lovers of Lectoure, who are prepared to think outside the box, this is a highly desirable building, at a price which is considerably lower than if it were sold vacant. This is one to watch out for, and one which we loved far more than we expected to. For owners wishing to continue rentals, the condition of the appartments is excellent, and the owner is quite rightly very proud of the building, and the hard work he has put in to keep everything ship shape over the years, is apparant even at first glance.

The approach to the property The property is hidden behind pretty stone walls, attractive wrought iron gates, and a canopy of mature trees, including some lovely mature Cyprus trees. The garden is full of roses and peonies and on the day of our visit is bursting with blossom. Beyond the pool and gardens, landscaped on two levels, our eyes are drawn across miles of countryside to the south. The vista from the property is lovely, from both the pretty gardens around the house and the valley beyond. The house : the ground floor The old wooden door, with its characterful “hand-shaped” door-knocker, opens onto a traditional Gascon hallway with a terracotta floor tile. The hallway runs the full length of the property. The kitchen With a door both to the main hallway and the side gardens and path to the pool, the kitchen is spacious enough to incorporate a dining-room table and chairs and also boasts a beautiful open fire-place, a characterful spot for a winter’s supper. The kitchen is divided into two area by a half wall, and has a pretty decorative chimney breast built with old terracotta tiles. The downstairs study/ bedroom/ WC A spacious area on the ground floor provides room for a downstairs study and bedroom, with a WC. The main reception room This pleasant symmetrical room has a pretty fireplace with a wood-burning stove and a lovely classical plasterwork surround. There are two spacious cupboards with shelves to each side of the fireplace. The floor is lain with terracotta tiles. The Dining-Room The dining room is of a similar size to the main reception room and also boasts a fireplace. In addition room houses a contemporary staircase to the first floor. The First Floor The first floor of the property provides a surprising amount of space. The first floor reception-room The stairway leads to an open plan area which is currently dressed with sofas and chairs and used as a games’ and reading room. This area has exposed oak beams running across the ceiling and has the “feel” of a cosy “den” or central communal space shared by the occupants of the other bedrooms. The first floor “cinema room” A doorway opens from the central reception area to a surprising space. There is evidence from the newly fitted (but not yet painted) plasterboard ceiling that there were plans to concert this room into a large master bedroom with a dressing-room at one end. (NB: “a change of usage” permit may be required to convert this area above the barn into extra bedrooms). Currently this room is used as a “home-cinema” room. The bedrooms Dotted around the central reception area of the first floor, there are three good-sized bedrooms. As this property was originally built in the style of a Chartreuse, the rooms have been added and built around exposed oak beams with low windows on ground floor level. The ambience in all three of these spacious rooms is one of cosy rusticity. The bathroom The upstairs bedrooms all share a family bathroom (with a bath-tub) and separate WC.

This property sits on the edge of the popular market town of Lectoure, at a close distance from all local shops and amenities. It is possible to walk into town from the property with its eclectic range of shops, cafés and restaurants. This property would work well as a principle residence or a holiday home. There are gardens to the front of the property, with a rural outlook to the rear. The front door opens onto an entrance hall which in turn leads to a separate downstairs reception room, and then to an open plan dining-room and kitchen. There is an open-plan fireplace in the kitchen/dining area The property has been painted white throughout and is a clean blank canvas. There is a laundry area and a downstairs cloakroom also on the ground floor level. On the first floor there are two bedrooms (each one measuring approximately 17m2) and a small room adjacent to one of the rooms which is ideal as a dressing-room. Below the property on the lower garden level there is a vast garage/ barn, with numerous areas to stock wood supplies, and garden equipment. This property is in very good condition and provides a sense of the “countryside” with its rural views and spacious barn, and its gardens, within a popular area of Gascony. Cycle or walk to town! - then return home to enjoy a barbecue in the pleasant gardens.

Situated in the Lectoure/ Condom area, on the outskirts of a popular village location, this impressive building and its adjacent land was once home to a shepherd and his flock of sheep. If “shepherd’s huts” conjure images of small and cosy dwellings, think again. This property has large and spacious rooms, high ceilings and the proportions one might more easily associate with an impressive manor house. The property has been partially restored, over a number of years, so that today we are presented with the bare and solid framework of a sizeable home with an excellent structure. With a new roof, concrete floors, exposed stone walls and new windows in most of the openings. A fabulous stone staircase links the first and second floor and there is a vast barn adjacent to the property which could also be developed (subject to any necessary planning permissions). We particularly like the way the property forms a large “L” shape around an internal sheltered garden area. This is a property which will warrant a visit and is more easily described with our photographs and floor plans - with further information on request. This is an opportunity to create a home almost from scratch, but with a solid structure and with evidence of electrical cables and drainage in place - and plans in place for what the current owners intended to do, there is ample opportunity for new owners to design the property around their own needs. With wooded parkland, stone garden walls and many trees and bushes, the grounds provide plenty of outdoor space. The nearby towns of Lectoure and Condom, with their weekly markets, schools and many shops and restaurants, are a popular destination for holiday makers and home seekers. Agen with its TGV station is just under an hour’s drive, and Toulouse international airport just over an hour.

Proudly facing the snow-capped mountains from its hillside position, bathed with light throughout the year, and drenched with golden summer sunshine, this property is one of the most historical, and fascinating properties to be found in the heart of Lectoure. With two gardens, and terraces on two levels, this is a house of mystery, of nooks and crannies, and endless quiet corners in which to read or escape the world. Unique and magical, it is a hard task to describe, but allow us to accompany you into the ever surprising and unexpected world of this property. We enter the building from the heart of town and leave behind the bustle of village life, with the baker, grocer, wine-shop, and tea-rooms on our doorstep, and enter an ochre coloured external hallway redolent of a Spanish castell with a wrought iron gate protecting the entrance to the inner courtyard. Owned by the same family for over thirty years, this property has been a much-loved private home. Architecturally, it is an unusual and segmented property, at the heart of which sits an internal courtyard, from whence there rises a monumental staircase built in 1702. The property comprises two separate buildings one on each side of the courtyard. The north-facing façade overlooking Lectoure’s main high street and the south-facing façade, facing the Pyrenees. The North and South sections of the property are linked on ground floor, first floor and second floor levels by covered passageways with original wooden floors and ceilings. The property has traditionally been used as one single home but equally it could be used as individual apartments with a central communal area, or as luxury lettings : with five fully equipped appartements (each with kitchen and bathroom) and a top floor artist’s studio. The building comprises two appartements on the north side, three on the south side, and the artist’s studio on the top floor under the eaves. From the internal courtyard, where there is an old stone well, we descend a short flight of stone steps, pass beneath the south-facing building, and traverse an area where old stable doors currently provide storage for garden tools and dusty bottles of wine. The south-facing garden opens into an old stone outbuilding (currently used for parking) which in turn opens onto the rear street behind, providing valuable access to the gardens for works to the property or evacuation of garden rubbish. A private parking area in Lectoure is much cherished, and it is convenient to have an exit to the southern ramparts of town, especially during the summer months when on Mondays and Fridays the popular Lectoure markets are held and the main rue Nationale is blocked for vehicular access.

The property There is little to be seen from the outside of the property other than its high stone walls and the solid wooden doors of its entrance, which makes our first sighting of the garden when its doors are pulled back quite special, as the dramatic view on the other side of the garden gate is quite unexpected. Our eyes are drawn along a white stone path to a stone wall at the far end of the garden, from which there is a vertiginous view over the valley to the south. In this respect, the garden has its own “ramparts”, and it is here on a sunny day we sit up on high to lunch and admire the chequered green and golden fields below, spread out in their rich tapestry. The garden is completely private and tranquil, and is surely one of the most beautiful spots for al fresco dining in Gascony. The house sits to one side of the pathway, the old barn to the other. The garden is full of ancient scented roses, with beautiful colours of baby pink contrasting perfectly with the pale leaves of the olive tree. There are flower beds bursting into life with the summer sunshine and with the dramatic backdrop of the barn. The pool is partially enclosed in a stone building, and is thus beautifully sheltered. First let’s take a look at the house. Built on two levels, each level is a separate, independent unit, allowing the property to be occupied as one single house or two completely independent appartments within the same house. One can of course choose to link the two floors via a staircase. On the upper garden level, there is a large and spacious reception-room, with an open-plan kitchen in one corner. This beautiful room has windows on three sides, with views over the valley and the garden. The view from each window is unspoilt and the recently fitted windows provide the perfect framework. Two original doors lead to a large double bedroom with an ensuite shower-room and WC. The bedroom overlooks the valley, and has an ornamental fireplace. A newly fitted wooden staircase leads to a first floor mezzanine above, which is currently used as a study. Returning to the garden once more, we descend a flight of stone steps to an enclosed courtyard below. This area holds the warm sunlight between its stone walls and is the perfect sheltered spot on a windy day, or between seasons. The lower courtyard, and the lower level of the house can also be accessed directly from the village, so that although there are two sections to this property, each has its own garden. On the ground floor we enter a beautiful kitchen with a long stone work surface and sink that runs the entire length of one wall, with views to the garden. The room has two archways, one of which opens directly onto the main reception-room, where there is a woodburning stove, the second archway opens onto an area currently as a bedroom albeit this room does not have a door. This area could also be used as an extension of the main reception-room, as a study, or second sitting-room. On the lower ground floor level, there is also a spacious shower-room. The barn This is arguably one of the most beautiful buildings we have seen at Bliss, and the barn has its own special history. During the war, members of the resistance met here, and made radio broadcasts to London from the upper section of the barn, via a radio set which was still present, and is now housed in a museum. If these old stone walls could tell a story.. we would hear their whispers long into the night. The barn is currently used for storage on both levels. We particularly love the stone steps to the upper level which run up the external wall. Although planning permission would definitely be required for a change of usage, one cannot help but imagine what an amazing project one could carry out here.

Constructed in the 15th century and redesigned in the 17th this sumptuous château was designed in the style of the Italian Renaissance. In the North of the Gers it is located a short drive away from the popular market towns of Lectoure, Fleurance and St Clar. Situated in a quiet location, down a tranquil country lane, and far from the main road, the property offers over 7 hectares of glorious parkland and an abundance of trees. The property is entirely private being both hedged and gated, with a small stream bordering the land at the bottom. The main body of the château comprises eight bedrooms, and a vast main reception/dining-room, and first floor library/reception-room. With a separate guest house. The flamboyant Italian-style first floor “loggia” – with its covered terrace and arcades overlooking the tranquil gardens is an absolute delight. With a paved pool area, 2 dovecotes, and a vast 170m2 hangar the garden is full of interest with a vast array of mature trees, roses and bushes and an orchard. This property provides a peaceful sanctuary from the world, in a location that is unique, being utterly private, and yet in the located heart of one of the most sought-after areas of SW France. Let’s look in more detail … The local area, the parkland, gardens, and outbuildings The drive by car to the property is as pleasant one. With easy access to the local market towns of Lectoure and Fleurance the property is tranquil yet easily accessible. The TGV line to Paris in Agen is under an hour away, and Toulouse international airport, just over an hour. As we leave the market towns behind, the countryside is rich and peaceful, with small country lanes cutting through emerald, green fields, where in the summer crops of sunflowers or wheat grow in an area fondly known as French Tuscany. If Gascony is the Tuscany of France, then this property offers all the joys of Renaissance Italy. Designed in pure Italian style, the property was built by a rich noble family in the 15th century. From the outside very little can be seen, as a thick natural hedge encircles the perimeter of the land. The entrance to the property is enclosed by two fine wrought-iron gates, both of which are in perfect keeping with the château and marking the entrance in style. The château is located at the end of a quiet lane that opens out onto fields, so one is not troubled by any passing traffic. The occasional hare or deer, perhaps. We enter from the side gate to the main entrance, with a view of a splendid pigeonnier or dovecote to our right. The pool nestles beside the first of the two dovecotes and is sheltered by rose-covered walls. There is a water-well with a decorative wrought iron frame on the top. Always ideal to have a source of water on the land, to keep the lovely gardens fresh and green; not forgetting the small river that runs along the bottom field. There are over seven hectares of land in total, ensuring utmost tranquility for anyone residing here. Of those seven hectares the land around the gardens, and the guest house, comprises an orchard (to the front of the guest house) neatly mown lawns, and mature trees. There is an ornamental row of topiary, and a small river at the bottom of the land. The gardens feel rich and bucolic. In an area known for its scorching hot summers, there is a freshness to the parkland, shaded by ancient boughs of the trees. The ambience here is one of lush greenery. As we turn around the chateau to the rear gardens, we catch our first glimpse of the fantastic loggia, a covered terrace with arches running the full length of the property which is purely Italian Renaissance in style; joyous and romantic with its impressive corner pavillions. The main master bedroom opens onto the loggia, offering a morning view over the gardens; a sure promise that one’s day will begin on a note of beauty and tranquility. The Chateau has a joie de vivre which one might not expect from a Medieval building. It is warm and welcoming from the outside with its mellow golden walls catching the last of the autumn sunshine. Let’s open the grand entrance door, and step inside… The main entrance to the chateau is paved in stone with a wooden staircase to the first floor. As one would expect the entrance is formal and is divided into two distinct sections with the original wooden front door at the entrance, and at the end of the hallway a second door, with the intelligent addition of a glass door that allows the light to flood into the hallway, in a way which is not traditionally medieval but certainly delightful for modern living, where one’s instinct is to let the sunshine in, and to keep the warmth inside. From the central hallway, we take a brief look at a large room which has not been restored for any other purpose than storage, but with a large opening at the far end, in a room which is interesting in so far as it is of similar size to the main reception room, and certainly offers possibilities for further development of the property’s habitable area, planning permissions permitting. The main reception/dining-room is a fantastic space for entertainment. With its quirky vaults the room is divided into two distinct sections. The first part of the room (from the central hallway) has a lovely stone fireplace where the family gather. The perfect place for a winter or Christmas gathering. The second part of the room is used as a dining-area. There are large windows to the gardens in both the reception and dining areas. At the far end of the room, a doorway leads into a tower area, with a pleasantly Medieval feel to it, where there is a downstairs cloakroom and lavatory. The kitchen sits a little way apart from the dining-room, for ease, and has recently been completely refurbished. This is a warm and inviting room, with ample space for a breakfast table, and tasteful modern units. From the kitchen a doorway opens onto the loggia. This utterly charming terrace offers views onto the gardens from between the arches and is a delightful place to sit in the shade on a scorching hot summer’s day. Upstairs There are two wings to the first floor, set from a central staircase. Two of the bathrooms are built into the quirky corner pavilion towers. The master bedroom and the study both open onto the charming loggia. From the master bedroom you can steal a view of the morning from between the arcades of the first-floor loggia, take coffee outside on a warm private terrace area, or fall back to sleep watching the light muslin curtains flutter between the arches. This is a room in which the imagination can take flight! Also on the first floor, there is a deliciously private library, which is provides a tranquil retreat from the downstairs reception-rooms. With its rows of bookshelves, and cinema area, this is a lovely private room, where the owners can escape when the house is full of guests. One of the upstairs bedrooms is currently used as a private study but could also be used as an extra bedroom. With a total of eight bedrooms and four bathrooms on the two upstairs wings of the house, we note that each room is blessed with high volumes, tall windows, far-reaching views and many period features which have been preserved. The current owners have carried out an extensive scheme of works since they first moved in, and a vast majority of all the rooms have been recently redecorated or refurbished. The kitchen is brand new. The oil fuel boiler has just been replaced and we have noted the clever installation of the thick glass doors on the lower level that ensure the spacious ground-floor living area is snug throughout the winter months. This property is now welcoming throughout all four seasons and is in an excellent state of repair. The gardens are also immaculate and must work has been carried out to regain parts of the plot that had become overgrown. The Guest House With two bedrooms, a central reception room/kitchen and bathroom, the guest house is set well apart from the house, by the orchard, and is a decided advantage to this property either for lettings or for family and friends. Safe & Secure The property is equipped with an alarm linked to a video surveillance system which detects all movement in the property.

Tucked away in a tranquil corner of Lectoure, with a large garden and pool, this property is within walking (or cycling) distance of the high street, with its many eclectic shops, restaurants and antique stores for which the town is now so well known. The property is in a quiet location, surrounded by its own parkland, although it should be noted that being situated on the outskirts of Lectoure some buildings of the industrial kind (quiet and obtrusive) can be discerned over the tree-tops. The view is predominantly of the garden itself and there are some impressive trees; including a majestic willow tree that graces the lawns. The property is clearly a product of the mid-century and as such is spacious and solid. The perfect home for a large family. The property is built on 2 levels : one on the garden and pool level. The other with access to a fabulous elevated terrasse. APPROXIMATE MEASUREMENTS Garden level Flat Kitchen 14 m², dining room Living room 17 m² Bedroom 14 m² Shower room 2.50 m² * Utility room 37 m² Garage 39.75 m² Sports room 23.48 m² Boiler room 32 m² Upper level Bedroom 16 m² WC 2.5 m² Corridor 13.50 m² Bedroom 15.53 m² Bedroom 16 m² WC 1.80 m² Lounge / Dining room 40 m² Kitchen 17 m² Storeroom 2 m² Bathroom 9.85 m² Outside terrace 75.65 m²

Residential leisure park - In Gascony, halfway between Auch and Agen, we present to you a very beautiful property oriented towards tourist and event reception. It offers up to around 52 beds divided into 10 independent chalets on 4 hectares surrounded by nature. Also on site, a pleasant 240 m² residential house, a 110 m² reception room, a 12 x 6 m swimming pool and numerous relaxation areas. The calm and serenity make this place a true haven of peace. 40 km from Agen airport and 30 minutes from the A62 motorway.

This property finds itself in the middle of nature in a dominant position, steeped in history and full of original features, such as its two-hundred-year-old trees and its watchtower. The 13th-century manor house comprises a kitchen, a spacious lounge with fireplace, a dining room with fireplace, a bedroom, a shower room/toilet and a magnificent covered terrace with views over the valley. On the garden level, there is a bedroom with a superb fireplace, bathroom, study, toilet, utility room and a covered terrace with views over the valley. The first guest house comprises a lounge/dining room/kitchen, two bedrooms, shower room/toilet, and also benefits from access to the courtyard. A second guest house comprises a kitchen opening onto a lounge/dining room with access to a terrace, a shower room/toilet, two bedrooms and a utility room. The property also has a garage and an outdoor patio with its stone archway, a cosy spot for family meals. The property is set in 31256 m² of parkland planted with bicentenary trees, with a 12 m x 6 m saltwater swimming pool and a natural spring. The manor house is heated by an oil-fired boiler and fireplaces, and is double-glazed. The guest houses are heated by a heat pump with underfloor heating, have electric roller shutters and are double-glazed.

Charming 17th-Century Chateau, meticulously restored with a blend of history and contemporary luxury - a superb family home (current owners run a business from here). This 11 bedroom chateau has been recently renovated to an extremely high standard giving a contemporary feel inside whilst retaining the charm and preserving the history of the building which dates back in part to the 12th Century. 11 bedrooms, 9 bathrooms, light and spacious kitchen-dining room, living room with cosy fire place and a large games room. Spa facilities: massage room, jacuzzi, sauna and a 12m x 4m indoor heated swimming pool. Scenic Surroundings: 7 hectares of land, including woodlands and prairies. Lagoon with a beach area. Stream and well add to the picturesque setting. Modern Comforts: Pellet central heating and double glazing. Thermodynamic water heater Outdoor: Stone barn, garage-workshop, stables and paddocks Timeless Appeal: Thoughtfully designed for a seamless indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Ideally located you are 5 minutes from LAUZERTE, a bastide with all amenities, 15 minutes from Moissac train station, 20 km from the motorway and 87 km from Toulouse international airport. This timeless chateau comes highly recommended for those seeking a unique and captivating retreat. Price including agency fees : 999.000 € Price excluding agency fees : 951.429 € Buyer commission included: 5 %

FEATURED ON CHATEAU DIY CHANNEL 4 series 4 episode 7 FEBRUARY 2024: EXCLUSIVE to Christies International Real Estate : A truly enchanting petit chateau set within 2 acres of land, with a rich historical background, dating back to the 1300s. Nestled in the serene Agenals countryside, this remarkable property also features a charming two-bedroom guest house. Situated on a sprawling 2-acre plot adorned with picturesque gardens and woodland, this hidden gem is only a scenic 20-minute drive away from Agen, the vibrant capital of Lot et Garonne. Agen boasts excellent connectivity with its railway station and private jet airport, offering convenience for both local and international travel. In close proximity, you'll also find an array of shops, cafes, and bars to indulge in. The chateau itself consists of 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, thoughtfully designed to provide a tranquil living experience. Take delight in the stunning morning room, fully equipped kitchen, boiler room, inviting living room, and elegant dining room that seamlessly connects to a charming outdoor terrace. Additionally, the property offers a convenient laundry room, a separate toilet, a boot room, and an additional downstairs toilet. Adorned with original features, a beautiful wooden staircase leads you to the first-floor bedrooms and bathrooms, while outdoor living terraces offer enchanting views from various perspectives. The property entrance is grand, featuring expansive iron gates that open to a gravelled courtyard, leading you to discover the hidden oasis within. The property boasts a marvellous 12 x 6 swimming pool, enclosed within the garden's original walls, offering a private and serene space to relax and rejuvenate. For the convenience of guests, an independent guest house is part of this exclusive offering. It includes a comfortable living room, an open-plan kitchen, two bedrooms, a bathroom, and a versatile mezzanine area that can be repurposed as an additional bedroom. Additional amenities include a garage, capable of accommodating one car, as well as hardstanding for up to six cars, ensuring ample parking space. Notably, a working well is situated on the property, adding to its historical charm and functionality. Moreover, this property is located near a medieval town steeped in immense history. It is renowned for its role in the Hundred Years War, where in 1337, the French troops, led by crossbowmen, besieged the lands, marking a significant pivotal moment between the kings of France and England. Experience the allure of this extraordinary chateau and its idyllic surroundings. Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity to own a piece of history in France.

Located on the slopes of Moissac, just an hour from Toulouse, this beautiful residence steeped in history was built in the 19th century and covers 730 sqm on 3 levels. Once you have passed the large automatic gate of the property, you are captivated by the originality and beauty of the place. The magnificent French garden, lovingly maintained, naturally leads us towards this beautiful and large building with Neopalladian-inspired architecture. It was restored by heritage lovers and its original architectural elements have been preserved and maintained with the greatest care. The ground floor is composed of an entrance, a large and wide crossing corridor, which serves on either side, a dining room, a living room and a utility room, as well as two suites, with bathroom bathroom and toilet and adjoining living room. Two bathrooms complete this level. In the middle of this wide and long corridor, the majestic stone staircase, the backbone of this robust residence, invites you to access the upper floors. On the first level, still a wide, bright corridor which serves 4 suites with bathroom and living room, and a bedroom with bathroom and balcony and its breathtaking view of the magnificent French garden and the swimming pool. Same composition on the second floor, around this wide corridor. 4 suites and 2 bedrooms with bathroom. This level reveals the magnificent original framework. It is in the heart of a landscape of orchards and vineyards, straddling the Lot and Tarn-et-Garonne, appreciated for the mild climate, that this discreet 1.6 ha property awaits you to write a new chapter in your life and its history, whether private or family or professional. Ideally located: 12 km from the A62 Bordeaux-Toulouse motorway exit, 45 minutes from Toulouse-Blagnac airport, around thirty km from Agen and Montauban, 40 minutes from Cahors and the Lot Valley ENERGY CLASS: B / CLIMATE CLASS: A Estimated average amount of annual energy expenditure for standard use, established based on energy prices for the year 2022: between EUR3,714 and EUR5,024?Information on the risks to which this property is exposed are available on the Géorisks website http://www.georisks.gouv.fr

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Carmen De Waal (Sextant France International) tel +33 609 51 49 21 is pleased to introduce you to an authentic old water MILL, all in stone, dating from the 18th century in Dolmayrac in Lot Garonne (47), South-West from France. This remarkable old mill, the first part of which was built in 1782, offers more than 300 m2 of living space on a vast wooded plot, decorated with wood, a well on an independent water table, and a stream bordering the land for 150m , accompanied by a pond welcoming a variety of fish or water lilies and lotuses just waiting to bloom again. The ground floor has a warm entrance leading to a large 75m² living room and a spacious kitchen, both decorated with large old-fashioned fireplaces. You will also discover a first bathroom then a lean-to giving access to a laundry room and the boiler room. Upstairs are the five bedrooms, a dressing room, a second bathroom, and a large 40m² winter living room which awaits you for moments of relaxation. Outside, a large terrace offers an ideal space to relax, while the 6m x 12m swimming pool, in time equipped with a counter-current swimming system, promises hours of fun. Outbuildings, a lean-to, a garden shed, a small greenhouse and a henhouse complete this enchanting picture. The land, which has always been preserved from any chemical treatment, offers land suitable for agroforestry and permaculture, with three water sources ensuring a secure supply for watering. The property benefits from optimal proximity to all amenities: schools, markets, shops, and services are accessible in less than 10 minutes by car. In addition, in less than 2 hours, you can reach the Arcachon Basin and the Atlantic Ocean. This property represents the perfect balance between tranquility and accessibility, offering a multitude of development possibilities: family residence, seasonal rental, guest rooms, etc. The sale price takes into account the improvement work to be planned, with evaluations carried out in particular during an energy audit in September 2023. Don't miss this exceptional opportunity and contact me now to organize a visit! Carmen De Waal EI Sextant France International agent based in ISTRES - tel +33 609 51 49 21 More information on https://carmen-dewaal.sextantfrance.fr Fees including tax charged to the seller

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