Luxury real estate for sale Sainte-Colombe-en-Bruilhois, France (page 8)

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.

The property in more detail. The entrance hall The main front door opens onto a large reception area which seamlessly links the original farmhouse and the new barn conversion into one fabulous home. The entrance hall is generous enough in size to warrant being called a room in its own right. The dividing wall, between the lobby and the kitchen hosts an impressive collection of books displayed on a bespoke bookshelf. Facing the front door we see a contemporary staircase ascending to the first floor. There is plenty of room for boots and coats, and a downstairs cloakroom. The original farmhouse Double doors lead from the reception area into a small hall with a cloakroom. The breakfast kitchen The breakfast room houses the washing machine, a second dishwasher and an electric cooker. It has a cosy farmhouse feel, place for a breakfast table and is fitted with useful storage cupboards and worktops, and is plumbed for an American style fridge freezer. This is a useful room which, together with the sitting room and en-suite bedroom creates a self-contained apartment. The sitting room The property benefits from a second reception room, currently used as a television room and study, and with a window and a door to the courtyard. This room leads directly to the master suite. This is a lovely room in the winter months, being snug and cosy with the wood-burning stove. The downstairs master bedroom & ensuite This large bedroom is a fabulous room, with a window overlooking the courtyard and two French doors giving access to a private terrace. The ensuite bathroom has a double walk-in shower, a bathtub and two sinks. The bedroom and bathroom are luxurious, and include attractive original features such as a stone sink and oak beams. The barn conversion The reception area leads directly to a vast contemporary space, incorporating a fully fitted kitchen, a dining area and a sitting area. The kitchen The pristine, well designed kitchen has extensive storage and worktops, and a central island. It has an induction hob, two integrated ovens and warming drawer, with a built in dishwasher and refrigerator. The dining area The spacious dining area flows through from the kitchen to the main lounge. The main lounge This impressive area has a cathedral high ceiling reaching up to the mezzanine above. This open-plan room is filled with light from the south facing French doors which open directly onto the swimming pool terrace, giving far-reaching views over the valley below. The large sliding patio doors at the end of the lounge open onto a covered terrace which is ideal for al fresco dining. The first floor A contemporary bespoke oak staircase with stainless steel guardrails ascends to the spacious first-floor landing. This is a large mezzanine which overlooks the main reception area below, and gives access to three further en-suite bedrooms. Bedroom 1 A short hallway with fitted storage and a door to the ensuite bathroom gives access to a very large bedroom with fully fitted wardrobes. It has south and west-facing windows and an open view above the main lounge through high windows onto the garden. This room is particularly versatile as it was designed in a way that allows it to be easily divided or laid out differently, for example to create two separate rooms. The ensuite has a bath, walk in shower, double sinks and a west facing window. Bedroom 2 To the other side of the first floor landing bedroom 2 has a large west facing window with superb views. It has an ensuite shower room. Bedroom 3 This very large bedroom has two windows overlooking the courtyard, and a spacious ensuite shower room with a south-facing window looking out towards the Pyrenees and a Velux roof window. There is also a further room with a Velux roof window that was designed as a dressing room but has also been used as a bedroom for children. The garage and workshop The spacious stone garage can be accessed from the utility room or from the parking area. It houses the boiler and oil tank which supply underfloor heating to the entire ground floor, with radiators throughout the first floor. The underfloor heating is zoned, allowing different areas to be heated to different temperatures, and all radiators are fitted with thermostatic valves. The garage can accommodate a tractor and a car. It has a useful very large sink and both the garage and the adjacent workshop are fitted with extensive storage and workbenches. There is a mezzanine which provides additional storage above the workshop. The garden and terraces All of the terraces have external lighting and power points, and are laid out to offer shade at any time of the day. There are several outside taps and a solar shower. All rainwater is directed into the pond, or collected in storage tanks for watering plants.

In the heart of a sleepy village, on a shaded central square this stone house has a pleasing façade, with its sweet garden, neat stone wall and gate. The garden to the front of the main house is just the right size for a table and chairs, a terrace, a small lawn, some shrubs and flowers, and a jaunty tree! There is a small shed providing space for a few essential garden tools with all the extra storage space one could wish for in the large stone barn across the lane. The main house The front door opens directly onto a large reception room / kitchen which has been renovated in recent years. A black framed glass partition separates the entrance hall and the kitchen, and lends a contemporary Parisian « atelier » ambiance to the room. The white stone floor is stylish and marries well with the anthracite grey kitchen units and plum coloured rear wall. The kitchen is open-plan with the main reception-room, which has conserved its original central fireplace with stone pillars and ancient brick chimney breast. The fireplace has been fitted with a black wood-burning stove. The exposed stone walls and travertine stone floors ensure the room remains fresh, light and contemporary. The downstairs shower room, cloakroom and laundry room are accessible from the main reception-room via an internal hallway. We particularly like the old carved oak doors which have been recuperated and open onto the laundry room. A steep contemporary ladder-style staircase leads to the third bedroom which forms a mezzanine area above the rear hallway. Upstairs there is fantastic head height (there is a very tall armoire), place for a large double bed, and a small desk that sits in-front of a small window. The original wooden staircase to the first floor runs from the central reception room. Upstairs there are two vast double bedrooms, and a large bathroom with a shower with a separate toilet on this level. The bedrooms are generous in size and when the windows are wide open the rooms bathed with light and pretty views of the square. The Adjacent Barn This lovely old barn is several hundred years old and built from the finest stone. It sits a stones throw from the main house on the same village square. Currently used for storage the barn has two floors. Both the ground floor and the first floor have considerable head height. This building could (with appropriate planning permission) potentially be a second habitable space of considerable size. The agency has not yet made inquiries as to the viability of this project. As it stands, the barn is used for storage alone. There is a good sized strip of lawn to the front of the barn. To whom will this property appeal? This property is ideal as a holiday home, or for a couple or small family looking for an easy to maintain property in Gascony, with just enough garden space to enjoy the picturesque village location (utterly quiet and quaint!) without having to wrestle with an enormous amount of land. Please be aware that … The stairs to the 3rd rear bedroom are steep (ladder-style)and unsuitable for anyone with mobility issues. There are no shops or restaurants of any kind. Lectoure and Condom are a short drive from the property. A car is required for shopping. There are no public transportation links from the villlage.

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.

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Nestling just a short distance from Villeneuve sur Lot, the entrance to the property is bordered by an impressive avenue of plane trees. You will find this magnificent stone property with its 3 independent guest houses, swimming pool and outbuildings (possible gite business - subject to necessary permissions). Discover the interior of the main house, featuring a living room, with a beautiful working fireplace, and a dining room. There is a fitted kitchen, a utility room and a study with lovely views over the grounds. Upstairs is a spacious landing leading to 3 bedrooms, one of which has an en suite bathroom. There is also a separate shower room. Two guest houses nestling in the barn offer an intimate space perfect for two people each. Each guest house has its own private, fenced terrace equipped with a barbecue. A wood-burning stove in each guest houses adds a cosy touch. The third, larger, two-bedroom guest house has a large covered terrace by the pool. The property is blessed by a natural spring which allows the well-tended garden to be watered by a pump. Prepare to be seduced by planning your visit now.

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Set in 2.2 hectares of parkland, this stone house with 850 m² of living space and over 150 m² of annexes, was built in 2008. A superb reception room of 280 m², with a central industrial style fireplace and 2 designer staircases in metal and glass, leads to a mezzanine-roof; a large chef's kitchen opens onto a terrace and garden; a billiard room and 4 ensuite bedrooms. There is a fitness room with heated indoor pool, sauna, hammam, jacuzzi, shower room and wc. The outdoor area gives a feeling of being in paradise with a splendid lagoon-shaped pool and children's pool of 200m² and surrounding area of 300m², giving access to the south-facing terrace and all the rooms on the ground floor. An Orangery serves as a summer kitchen, bathed in light facing the pool, ideal for long evenings with friends. A property with many possibilities...and much charm !

This old farm has benefited from high quality renovation and provides all the modcons you have ever dreamed of. The main features include four ensuite bedrooms, a kitchen to meet Michelin chef standards, a 200 m2 living room, a regulated cave for your wine, a huge outdoor swimming pool, an indoor heated swimming pool, a fitness room, sauna, hammam, jacuzzi, underfloor heating and double glazing. There is the possibility of extension to create two to three extra bedrooms (plans available). All this surrounded by a landscaped, fenced garden of 22000 m2 with automatic gates and cameras. You just need a helipad to make it perfect! Less than 1km from all amenities and less than an hour's drive from Bergerac airport and Agen train station. Price including agency fees :997.500 € Price excluding agency fees :950.000€ Buyer commission included: 5 %

EXCLUSIVITY Sotheby's Immobilier Chavanne: Family chateau for sale in Villeneuve Sur Lot, with views of the countryside and the river. This property has a surface of 760 sqm near the town centre, 650 m2 in the chateau and 80 m2 in the caretaker's house. The chateau is composed of several lounges, a dining room, a library, 8 bedrooms, a playroom, etc. One cannot help but be impressed by its excellent luminosity and superb view, and also by its original features : fireplaces, double doors, mouldings, woodwork and its infinity pool ! It is set in over 13 hectares with various outbuildings.

Located in the heart of Villeneuve-sur-Lot, within walking distance of numerous shops, bars and restaurants, this magnificent property has been carefully renovated and has retained its old-world charm. The ground floors composed of a spacious entrance leading to a reception room with a beautiful marble fireplace, a dining room also having a fireplace with access to a large through veranda, a kitchen with breakfast room -lunch and access to the outside, an office and a w.c.   The first floor consists of 3 bedrooms, two of which have a shower room and one with a dressing room. The third bedroom has a private bathroom. Two of the bedrooms share a terrace from which you can admire the magnificent garden with its swimming pool. The top floor offers 3 bedrooms, one converted into an office, a shower room and a independent w.c.   One of the many assets of this property is also its basement, completely renovated and transformed into a cinema room, wine cellar with storage space and a room that could be fitted out according to your wishes. The garden, with an area of approximately 1585 m2, consists of two garages which could be converted into gîtes (subject to the necessary authorizations) and have independent access to the property. There is also a well and a swimming pool (10m x 5m) with a large pool house with barbecue providing a shaded area on hot summer days.   This property, due to its location approximately 35 minutes from Agen and 45 minutes from Bergerac and its international airport, is ideal for a family holiday home or for a bed and breakfast/seasonal rental (B&B) activity.   A 3D tour is available on request. Les informations sur les risques auxquels ce bien est exposé sont disponibles sur le site Géorisques www.georisques.gouv.fr

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