luxury real estate for sale Morlanne, France (page 4)

Spacious, solidly-built and with attractive architectural details, this elegant Maison de Maitre offers practical period living for buyers seeking style with substance. Built in 1860 for a local Notaire, and subsequently past down through the same family until the 2000's, it is a joy to find that much of the original features are intact. Inside, the proportions and layout are typical of the Belle Epoque era, with high ceilings, decorative fireplaces, generous entertaining areas and grand features. Multiple windows in each room flood the space with gentle light. The original mosaic floored entrance hall boasts half panelling and decorative glass doors, with two comfortable reception rooms, together with a large dining room, leading off to either side. A family kitchen with island unit, pantry and inbuilt antique cupboards provides a bright and sunny environment from which to prepare meals. From here a traditional style conservatory, blending perfectly with the mid-Victorian architecture of the house, offers a further seating area from where to enjoy the garden year round. A second entrance hall, office and guest WC complete the ground floor. The original winding staircase rises over a further two floors to the sleeping areas and tower. In all there are five double bedrooms, all ensuite, three of which have independent sitting rooms.   Across the gravelled interior courtyard, perfumed with citrus trees, lies the former stable block, now renovated into a successful gite sleeping up to 14 guests. This regular stream of income is further supplemented by the rental of an independent 2 bedroom apartment with a private garden, currently home to the property's caretakers. The grounds are a beautiful blend of gravelled courtyards, abundant planting and decorative fencing, delineating the various sections of the garden. These are divided into a courtyard entrance, a shaded wisteria clad veranda from which to enjoy a good book, a central courtyard with traditional fountain, orangey, fish pond and a well that is used to feed both the pool and water the gardens. The mosaic lined saltwater pool was built in 2013, with a new filtration system added summer 2021, and is complemented by a large Jacuzzi in its own covered arbor. The house was fully renovated over a number of years, starting in 2003, and has been meticulously maintained since. Work includes new hardwood double glazed windows throughout, plumbing, rewiring, central heating and decoration. The roof was entirely replaced in 2003 and the Gite, apartment and tower room were redone in 2020. Imbued with French charm, the property can be acquired fully furnished and offers a truly turn key solution for a fantastic family home or business venture. Cycling distance to the popular market town of Aire sur L'Adour with a bi weekly market, secondary schools, restaurants, boutiques and hospital. Tourism: 15 minutes to the thermal spa town of Eugenie-les-Bains with its famous Michelin star restaurant Les Pres d'Eugenie. 30 minutes to Marciac, a delightful market town renowned for its annual International Jazz festival. 20 minutes to Nogaro, famous for its regular racing Grand Prix. 50 minutes from the historic city of Pau, birthplace of Henri IV and home to a five star race course and yearly Historic Grand Prix. Transport: 1 hour to Tarbes Airport with regular flights to the UK. 50 minutes to Pau airport. 90 minutes to Bordeaux Airport. 2 hours to Toulouse Airport. Activities: 75 minutes to the Atlantic Ocean. 1hr30 to the ski slopes. Golf courses at Eugenie-les-Bains (15 minutes), Eauze (35 minutes) Mont de Marsan (35 minutes). Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the website Géorisques - https://www.georisques.gouv.fr

Less than 15 minutes from the Bordeaux / Pau motorway exchange, this estate offers tremendous potential for business ventures, from a luxury B&B or gite to equestrian projects thanks to the existing stables, woodland and meadows Measuring approximately 400m², living accommodation is arranged over two floors. On the ground floor a central corridor leads off to 4 reception rooms, each with a striking original fireplace and decorative ceiling plaster work. Two kitchens, a shower room, WC and Utility room complete the ground floor. Sweeping up the wooden staircase, one finds a large central corridor culminating in the original glass paneled art room. 6 bedrooms, a large library, 2 ensuite bathrooms and a further separate WC are also located on this floor. From here, one can access the immense roof space and former staff bedrooms which offer great potential for additional accommodation. Major renovations were carried out progressivley since the late 90's / early 2000's and the property is in overall good order. The roof was replaced in 1997, and a recently appointed Wood Pellet Central heating system (stocking capacity of 8 tonnes) provides warmth and abundant hot water at an economic rate.  The grounds are composed of 2 HA of gardens with a number of established trees, a decorative pond and fragrant wisteria bathing the south facing terrace in welcome shade. The remaining 9.5HA run to the rear of the property and would be ideal for an Equestrian project, (the famous race course at Pau is 50 minutes from the property). The vast stone outbuildings are composed of a former wine press, two stables, a workshop and garage. The buildings form an attractive U shape, and would be ideal transformed into reception venues should one be seeking to create a hospitality project.  Nogaro, famous for it's Racing Car Circuit and Historical Race Car Festival,  is reached within 10 minutes. A Light Aircraft airstrip can also be found at the Nogaro circuit and the Aire sur l'Adour Aviation Club is just 15 minutes drive from the property. The picturesque town of Marciac, mecca for Jazz enthusiasts with its annual international festival, is located 35 minutes away.  The riverside town of Aire sur l'Adour, with a lively bi-weekly market and UNESCO heritage church, is a mere 15 minutes drive and has access to the A65 linking it directly to both Pau and Bordeaux. Ski slopes and the Atlantic coast both accessible within 90 minutes.  Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the website Géorisques - https://www.georisques.gouv.fr

Offered for sale furnished.  This beautifully presented, and deceptively large, 17C village house is situated in a béarnaise village with a reputable auberge restaurant, just five minutes drive from the 14th century fortified town of Navarrenx, voted as one France’s prettiest villages.  The property further benefits from over 5,000m2 of private rear gardens with views across the lush Béarnaise countryside toward the Pyrenees Mountain Range. A large barn of 195m2 with eight stables, and a smaller out-building of 42m2 with three stables, sits to the rear of the property and forms a courtyard which is accessed from the village and provides ample parking for several cars.  A charming walled garden is situated to the east side of the property with direct access from the kitchen. The property has been enjoyed by the present owner's family for two generations and gradually upgraded over the years.  Accommodation of 235m2 is provided over three floors.  The main entrance opens into a formal entrance hall with the original staircase straight ahead. To the right is the main sitting room with double aspect windows, a open fireplace and French doors leading out onto the terrace.  Leading from this room is an office, a utility room and a ground floor shower room. The dining room, with its original Béarnaise stone fireplace, terracotta floor tiles and beamed ceiling is located to the left of the entrance and leads into the dining kitchen which benefits from an original fireplace with wood burning stove and direct access to the walled garden.   The first floor offers a master bedroom with a en-suite bathroom and dressing; two further double bedrooms which share the bathroom situated on the semi-landing.  The third floor offers a large sitting room and the fourth bedroom plus the opportunity to create further accommodation in the undeveloped attic space (29m2) The property also benefits from mains drainage. The popular fortified town of Navarrenx is a short 15 mins cycle ride, or 25 minute stroll, where you can find all essential amenities and medical services, along with cafes and restaurants, in the most charming of settings.  Many cultural festivals, including summer evening musical concerts in the ancient amphitheatre, can be enjoyed throughout the year.  Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the website Géorisques - https://www.georisques.gouv.fr

This unique and exquisite country residence has truly exceptional Pyrenean Mountain views! It was rescued by its current owners in 2014 following their 5-year search for the perfect setting.  Seeing its potential, they started a 3-year renovation to create an exceptional home worthy of its privileged position and breath-taking 180º views. Having spent over 10 years within the luxury travel industry, the current owners were the ideal custodians to use their experience to bring this authentic, and somewhat humble Béarnaise property, to a level worthy of the sheer beauty of its privileged situation. The outcome is a truly unique ensemble … a more bucolic situation would be difficult to find!! This unique ensemble includes a beautifully restored four-bedroom former farmhouse; a converted L-shape barn housing both a luxury guest apartment and a renovated open space; two bespoke treehouses, one serving as accommodation and the other housing a Nordic spa; an animal shelter and a 10x4m heated saltwater swimming pool. The former farmhouse was renovated in 2014 to include a new natural slate roof, re-wiring, insulation, chalk rendering of the inside walls, travertine stone floors, new kitchen, bathrooms etc.  The main entrance opens into an open plan living room with the original stone fireplace, a split-level dining kitchen and access onto the south facing terrace.  A guest cloakroom and pantry complete the ground floor.  The first floor offers a master bedroom suite with a beautifully appointed bathroom.  Doors from the bedroom lead onto a balcony running along the south façade and leading to a private spa with a picture window from which to appreciate the sunsets over the Pyrenees!  A guest bedroom, or study, completes the first floor. The second floor offers two further double bedrooms and a bathroom. Sitting to the right of the main house is a L shaped barn which was re-roofed in natural slate in 2016. The ground floor offers useful storage space for gardening equipement and garaging.  On the northside of the barn, an external staircase leads to a luxury apartment with a large open plan living room and kitchen, a beautifully appointed bathroom, and a double bedroom.  To the southside of the barn, an internal staircase leads up to a recently renovated open space offering a blank canvas for a new owner to adapt to their needs (i.e. additional accommodation, yoga studio, gym, art gallery etc). Perched within one of the trees is a bespoke oak cabin with a bedroom, a little woodburning stove, kitchen facilities, shower room and terrace.  It was a personal goal of the owners to design and create a luxury treehouse from which to have a bird’s eye view of the mountains. Perched within the neighbouring tree is a Nordic spa heated with a traditional wood fire.  The treehouse and spa offer a unique experience for rental guests as well as an interesting revenue source for the owners.  A 10x4m heated saltwater swimming pool sits to the southside of the property to optimise the views from its wooden deck. A vegetable garden, orchard and small out-building complete this exceptional property.  French Character Homes is delighted to have the opportunity to market this unique and charming property with one of the most exceptional views locally! Viewing is highly recommended! Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the website Géorisques - https://www.georisques.gouv.fr

Offered for sale furnished, this beautifully presented village house is located in a village in the Béarn region with a château from the 17th century, as well as a very renowned inn and restaurant, just a five minutes drive from the 14th century fortified town of Navarrenx, voted one of the most beautiful villages in France. The property is completed by a large barn and enormous expansion reserves above both parts of the residential building and the garage/workshop, as well as a beautiful garden of approximately 1700m². On the ground floor you will find a beautiful entrance hall with Victorian snooker table as well as a stick stand and scoreboard from this period, a large living room with fireplace, a kitchen and a cozy lounge with another huge open fireplace. Behind the kitchen is the laundry/boiler room with WC, and the large garage/workshop. The property benefits from a recently installed heating system and hot water boiler. The first floor has three bedrooms, a shower room and a bathroom. From here you can access the spacious attic, which can be converted into additional accommodation if required. In the large living room, as part of a major renovation in 2016, the windows facing the street were replaced with double-glazed units. In this context, a new solid and insulating entrance door was also installed. The windows in the oldest part of the house are obviously real antiques. Most of the small panes are hand-blown glass. The property is ideally located between the Pyrenees mountain range and the Atlantic Ocean, and airports can be reached in one hour (Biarritz, Pau and Tarbes-Lourdes), or in two hours for Bordeaux.