luxury real estate for sale Limousin, France (page 6)

Have you ever dreamt of owning a truly magical property, the kind that seems to exist only in fairy tales? In the heart of the Haute-Vienne countryside, close to the historic town of Châteauponsac, lies an extraordinary estate that could be the dream come true. Set within its own private valley, this former 1648 paper mill rests on 7.5 hectares of lush, rolling land. With more than 500 m² of living space, it offers both grandeur and character, making it as suited to a graceful country retreat as it is to an enchanting venue for weddings and events. Its river frontage, dramatic cliffs, and unspoiled natural surroundings create a setting that is nothing short of breathtaking, while the surrounding countryside provides superb walks, excellent fishing, and a deep sense of peace and tranquillity. The main residence has been lovingly transformed from its historic origins, seamlessly blending 17th-century charm with modern comfort. A sweeping entrance hall leads to a fully fitted kitchen, a formal dining room, and a light-filled lounge where a grand stone fireplace opens directly onto the walled garden and swimming pool. There is also a study, a large bar-lounge, and a games room that flows out onto a 125 m² terrace with captivating river views?the true heart of the property for entertaining and relaxation. Underfloor heating adds contemporary comfort, while original features allow you to imagine the mill in its working days. Up the hand-carved oak staircase, the first floor reveals nine bedrooms, including a generous parental suite with dressing room and en-suite bathroom, alongside a family bathroom and a cosy cinema room. An additional staircase provides convenient access throughout the house. The second floor, still untouched and steeped in history, retains the original hanging wires once used to dry paper, offering remarkable potential to create more bedrooms or living spaces. The estate extends far beyond the house, with an array of charming outbuildings: a large stone barn, stables, a garage, a boiler room, a wood store, and a traditional pigeon tower with rabbit hutches. Within the walled garden lies a swimming pool with river views, a sun-drenched BBQ terrace, and a tennis court of exceptional quality. Beyond the garden walls, enchanting riverside paths meander past waterfalls, mill runs, and quaint bridges, offering tranquil spots to pause with a coffee and watch the water flow by. The property even holds the potential for hydroelectric production, a nod to its industrious past. This is a rare treasure: steeped in history, embraced by nature, and brimming with potential. A place of beauty, tranquillity, and undeniable magic?truly a must-see. (4.00 % fees incl. VAT at the buyer's expense.)

Placed beautifully at the end of a private lane in the centre of BRIVE-LA-GAILLARDE is this exceptional and unique architect-designed 6 bedroom perigordian style house with sous-sol offering a garage, wine cave and a ground floor apartment of 68m2. Surrounded by beautiful gardens of 3 853m2 you will find a stunning stone tiled swimming pool of 40m2 and a double car port. Approaching the property in a very lucrative position, accessed by its own private chemin, you are immediately taken by the beautiful facade and the distinctive perigordian style shape of the property, with a feeling of grandeur. Entering the house through a solid oak arched door, you arrive into a very welcoming and grand entrance hall (12.7m2), the centre of the property. Double doors take you to the beautiful living room measuring a generous 51.5m2 with numerous windows and doors flooding the room with natural light from various aspects plus that wonderful stone fireplace, taking the focal point of the room. Doors from the entrance hall and the living room open to the most beautifully designed kitchen and dining room. The open dining area measures 11.1m2 and is incorporated beautifully into that breathtaking bespoke kitchen with huge bi-fold doors opening to a terrace of 40m2, looking over the swimming pool and gardens. If you want a panoramic view over the city of BRIVE-LA-GAILLARDE, then this is it! Continuing on the ground floor and accessed from the opposite end of the entrance hall is a section of the house offering you 3 bedrooms, a shower room and separate wc. Just look at that parquet floor, just lovely! The wonderfully crafted wooden staircase takes you to the first floor where the hall leads you to a very special parental suite offering a generous bedroom of 18.7m2 incorporating a dedicated dressing room of 12.4m2, a separate wc and the most gorgeous bathroom measuring 11.8m2 providing a huge separate shower, double basin and steps up to a unique sunken circular bath, a feel of real luxury. A staircase from the parental suite takes you to a room of 15.2m2, in the tower of the property, perfect for a very private and quiet office. At the opposite end of the hall are 2 bedrooms, 19.9 and 14.1m2, another beautiful bathroom and a separate wc. The state of the art heating and air cooling system makes for comfortable living in every season of the year. An efficient air-water heat pump is in situe for the ground floor with cast iron radiators and there is air-air ducting upstairs. This makes for a super energy efficiency result, as published on this advertisement. The windows are double glazed and are aluminium framed. The property also benefits from mains drainage. The sous-sol offers you a garage of 50m2, a wine cellar of 16.6m2, plus 4 rooms and a bathroom, that would make a super separate apartment for a family member or as a rental option with a huge covered terrace of 120m2 with good proximity to the swimming pool. The gardens offer an array of trees, shrubs and flowers framing this beautiful property and a very useful double car port is placed strategically at the top of the private chemin to the property. Brive-la-Gaillarde is a popular, vibrant and cultural city with amazing architecture, named for its medieval fortifications, when 'gaillard' meant fortified. Old Brive is a delightful place to explore with its narrow streets and historic buildings. The 19th-century Empreinte theatre, Saint-Libéral Chapel and the 16th-century quarter with its bourgeois houses with turrets are all worth a visit. On a market day, head to the Georges Brassens market hall, a must-see in Brive with local produce and regional gastronomic specialities. As this property is in the heart of Brive-la-Gaillarde, you can walk to the school, the shops and the city hospital. A truly wonderful large home, presented beautifully, offering state-of-the art living and energy efficiency! (3.95 % fees incl. VAT at the buyer's expense.)

An exceptional place, this former convent founded in the 11th century adhered to the Fontevraud order. It gained considerable importance during the Middle Ages until the end of the Ancien Régime. A private residence since the 18th century, it has been magnificently restored recently and spans approximately 1800m2 over 3 levels. Two large separate apartments with entrance, 2 suites with bathroom and dressing. Office, living room-dining room, kitchen, laundry room. Upstairs, 2 bedrooms with bathrooms, 4 suites with bathrooms, billiards, 2 large living rooms, and various others. Breakfast room with fireplace and access to the pool. Numerous period elements: woodwork, stone fireplaces, parquet floors…. chapel in the park with pond, exceptional for hosting events and receptions. In a wooded park of about 10 hectares including 1 pool, 2 ponds, a basin, a small house, a chapel, part of the church, a dovecote, and a Venetian vault. Location: 5 minutes from Aubusson, an international center of tapestry, 85 km from Limoges and 93 km from Clermont Ferrand. Connected to Paris by TGV La Souterraine in just 2h30. Limoges airport connecting to Paris in less than an hour. For more information, contact: Nadine DIPIETRO +33681993158This description has been automatically translated from French.

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