luxury real estate with pool for sale France (page 297)

AIX EN PROVENCE- Property composed of 2 houses of character with panoramic views of the city, plus an independent studio, very beautiful swimming pool hidden from view, orchard and magical garden, lush and very well-kept, high buildability, totally unique and without equivalent on the market. All the charm of authentic Provence!- MANDATE No 2046- ---secure visits----CONTACT HELENE 06.20.338.682- - WWW.DUSTUDIOAUCHATEAU.COM. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on w.georisks.gouv.fr

The advertiser did not provide an english description for this listing.

Discover this exceptional property for sale in the heart of Hendaye. This historic and fully renovated home offers approximately 300 m² of living space. Classified as a 'remarkable building,' it was built at the end of the 19th century by the architect Durandeau. Property Features: -Area: Approximately 300 m² of living space -Levels: 4 levels -Style: Charm and authenticity of the past Description of Spaces: -Ground Floor: An inviting entrance, a spacious living room with a fireplace, and an open kitchen with direct access to the garden, terrace, and pool, -Upper Floors: 7 spacious bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, -Basement: A cellar offering ample storage, -Exterior: A terrace housing the summer dining area, -Garden: A true oasis in the city center, with various plant species and an 8 x 4 m pool, -Parking: Possibility to rent a nearby parking space. Advantages and Amenities: This bright and welcoming home allows for a fully pedestrian lifestyle with all amenities in close proximity. The beach is accessible in less than 10 minutes by bike via a cycle path along the Bay of Txingudi, or by shuttle (every 30 minutes). Fontarrabie can be reached by a maritime shuttle in about 5 minutes. The proximity to Saint-Sébastien (17 km away) and the heart of Biarritz (30 minutes by car) offers privileged access to the advantages of the Basque Country, both French and Spanish sides. In Summary: -Location: Hendaye city center -Renovation: Complete -Living Area: Approximately 300 m² -Outdoor Amenities: Garden, terrace, pool -Proximity: Beach, amenities, Saint-Sébastien, Biarritz A rare and exceptional property, ideal for those seeking a family home with character in the Basque Country. PRESTANT Realty - Diane De Karajan - 06 70 05 62 39 - For more information about this property : www.prestant.com (Item 640252715). Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr.

The advertiser did not provide an english description for this listing.

Rothschild area: charm and elegance for this property built on a divinely landscaped land and offering a breathtaking panorama view. The reception opens onto a beautiful terrace with the magnificent view to the sea, equipped kitchen, two bedrooms, one en suite with dressing of 45m2, bathroom and Wc, one with shower room. On garden level, with access to the outside, a bedroom with shower room and Wc, living room and kitchen, laundry,. In addition, an independent studio with its own south facing terrace, open kitchen, shower room and wc is a perfect place for a friend to stay over. Cellar, workshop, garage, heated pool, sprinkler system... A very good level of quality for this property in dominant position, built by a renowned architect, in the heart of a privileged setting.

The Landscape This superb Gascon property sits in an elevated position at the end of a long track. There are no near neighbours and views for miles around across the surrounding countryside. To each side, the valley drops gently away, woods and fields dotted all around, as far as the eye can see. The Gardens The gardens were the creation of a local landscape gardener at the start of the restoration project. The line of the land was modified to encompass a tennis court in an elevated position above the swimming pool, and as well as the dozens of roses, shrubs, trees and plants that were incorporated into the scheme, huge boulders or rocks were imported and placed around the pool side. The result is spectacular. The pool is a feat of design and a work of art. Its shape is non symmetrical and the line of water meets the line of the horizon perfectly so that it is possible to “swim into the view and over the horizon.” The waters cascade at the end of the pool into a rivulet and sweep around the side and back into the pool by an ingenious system. There is continual movement of the water. Access to the pool is gentle. The pool slopes down gradually, without steps, so that for younger children it is possible to play safely at the water’s edge. The current owners are keen tennis players, almost to a professional level, and the incorporation of a professional level tennis court was vital to their project. Discreetly located behind a stone wall, and in a raised position above the swimming pool area, a screen of shrubs and trees mask the court from view. A covered terrace area with its own kitchen, and cold beer on tap, provides a vast and shaded area in which to dine, or to relax between matches. From the terrace the tennis- court is almost invisible, the view is predominantly that of the swimming pool. From here it is all to easy to imagine, on our visit to the property, how this property has been used for many years as a place of fun and recreation. Sipping beer, to the gentle and distant sound of yellow balls bouncing on the court; the splash of the water trickling over the edge in the pool; deck chairs placed in sunny spots beside the water’s edge and facing the majestic view. Also of interest in the gardens is the second terrace to the rear, which is accessed directly from the kitchen/main reception area. This covered spot is the owner’s favourite place in which to dine with guests. The property also benefits from a woodshed to the rear and a vast garage/barn area for storage. And now for the house … From the front of the property this is a typical symmetrical and Gascon maison de maitre. When the owners first came to visit it, in their own words it was “pretty much a wreck, requiring gutting and complete recreation from the inside.” Initially the house was joined onto a barn and the restoration of the property has seen the incorporation of the original house and its adjacent stone barn into one fabulous and luxury property. Each internal detail has been thought about, and every item specifically hand-picked for the property down to the last detail. The Entrance The door to the property opens onto a formal entrance hall, with two reception rooms to each side. A wooden staircase leads to two upstairs bedrooms above. At the far end, the entrance hall opens onto the rear dining-room and kitchen area. We note that there are two staircases to the upper level. The first, the wooden staircase rising from the main entrance hall. The second staircase from the bar area, which rises to the mezzanine and an upstairs gallery, which in turn has a door to the rear gardens, and pool area. This property is built on two levels, with each level having access to the lower gardens, and the rear gardens and pool area. Two Formal Reception Rooms (Library, Snug, Music Room… what you will…..) To the front of the property, and from the main door, we enter the original entrance hall, where to the left and right of the door, are the original two reception rooms; once the only habitable rooms in the property. Today, in this original section of the maison de maitre , we open the door onto two beautifully dressed rooms. Both are used as formal reception rooms/ a music room/ reading room. The décor is elegant and timeless, and contrast beautifully with the rear section of the property which has been developed in the original barn. The Kitchen At the end of the hallway, the kitchen is a fantastic example of genius; where the cupboards have been individually designed, including the sink which is a work of art in itself. Hewn from a vast piece of black granite, our current owner jokes: “The artisan who made this, told us that this was the first time he had ever engineered such a gargantuan sink, and that the granite is so heavy, it would also be the last time.” The sink is tapered from a drying area, to two vast sinks, the work top flowing in seamless fashion to each side. With a black Lacanche oven, vital when hosting the large parties of friends and tennis players who come to the house, the kitchen is a design miracle, with a vast amount of storage carefully dissimulated behind hand crafted wooden doors. The Dining Room The kitchen opens onto the main reception/dining- room, with its original fireplace. There is a partial division of the kitchen and the main reception room by a wall which is in essence a row of wooden storage cupboards, to that the light from the kitchen window and the light from the far window of the reception room (overlooking the terrace area) flows between the two spaces. Currently the room is dressed with a long table running before the fireplace, in the traditional Gascon way. The rear wall has seen the incorporation of a large panel of glass, creating an invisible wall between the internal winter dining area and the summer terrace. This fabulous room has been created from the original barn. Behind the kitchen there is access to a downstairs cloakroom, with a fabulous stone sink, and the downstairs laundry- room. La Cave/Bar This property has been designed by a family that clearly loves to party and to entertain in style. It is no surprise that there is a private bar incorporated into the property, with the original beer barrels. A glass and metal window adds a contemporary note to this area, in smart contrast to the thick slabs of stone on the floor. With high ceilings and a view to the mezzanine area above, this is a fabulous party room. A small bar positioned in-front of two vast wine vats, is the perfect place to hang out with friends. With ample space for a dining table, this room provides yet one more place in which to entertain. Set back from this room, and just a few steps from the serving bar, there is a wine cellar. Cool, with a concrete floor, and shelving filled on each side, with the finest wines and spirits; the bar and the wine cellar will delight lovers of fine wines the world over. The Mezzanine/ Library The mezzanine runs as a gallery above the downstairs bar area, and has been fitted with elegant book shelves, to create a library/reading area. Here one can sit and read, while below friends sip wine at the bar. A rear door from the mezzanine opens directly onto the pool area, with its covered terrace and kitchen, tempting readers once more to put down their books, and take a dip in the pool, or sip an ice cold beer. Upstairs Divided into two distinct area, two bedrooms sit to the front of the property in what was once the original maison de maitre. These two rooms overlook the front and side of the property, and share a family bathroom. From the terrace area, two bedrooms share a gorgeous family bathroom, which has all the appeal of a five star hotel bathroom. The master suite has its own vast bathroom, with both a shower (created from a wine vat, circular in shape) and a sumptuous bathtub. The main bedroom also has a flight of wooden stairs leading to a room above, in the style of a Duplex apartment. There are two separate WCs on the first floor. In addition to the impression one has in this property of having come to stay at a luxury retreat (the bathrooms are truly a work of art and some of the most lovely bathrooms we have seen here at BLISS) there is also a dinky circular cupboard area on the landing, which opens out into mini kitchen, for tea and coffee, with a small round copper sink. Also on the landing, for the storage of all those lovely Indian cotton towels and bed-sheets, there are vast cupboard areas, which (as every cupboard in the house) have been individually designed by the finest carpenters. For further information, please contact Bliss Immobilier.

Sitting in six hectares of parkland, in a non-isolated location, this beautiful old property is located close to Auch, capital of the Gers, and benefits from splendid views over the valley. Its fine old stones have born witness to centuries of history and remain in excellent condition to tell its tales of time today. Located on the top of a hillside, the view is remarkable over the valleys of Gascony, reaching as far as the Pyrénées. The swimming pool is located in an ideal position from which to enjoy these views, sitting in an elevated position. The vast expanse of land lies to the front of the property with one nearby property to the rear (thus preserving the uninterrupted views to the south) The current owner has carried out a vast programme of restoration over the years, carefully preserving the original walls and the authenticity of the property’s medieval architecture, as well as preserving many original features internally. Today, though the property bears witness to major works carried out in recent years, it offers also an exciting opportunity to the next generation to lift the works to the next level in order to render it comfortable for modern living being somewhat sparse on the inside for the moment. One is easily forgiven for imagining this to be the 16th century and not the 21st internally - but this is in many aspects a blank canvas on which to design a remarkable home with spacious rooms and high ceilings Throughout the property the inside walls are exposed stone, the ground-floor tiled in more recent years. Fine examples of medieval history are preserved throughout : fireplaces, original vaulted walls and a wine cellar. With successive renovations, the owner lifted the veils of time and reveal the property’s hidden secrets, such as a magnificent Renaissance door. Who knows if further treasures await to be discovered ….

This fine stone property, situated close to the popular market town of Lectoure, sits on a quiet country lane, in its own lovely private park of 4.8 hectares. The gardens are full of life and colour with a wide variety of mature trees and shrubs which add to the character of the property. The tall Cyprus trees and palm trees lend a flavour of the Mediterranean to this property. Often visitors to the region compare it to Tuscany and with this property it is easy to see why. The property is completely private, with a fine wrought-iron gate, beyond which we glimpse a fine square building, with all the symmetry of the traditional maison de maître, or manor house. There are far reaching views over the valleys, a neat gravel driveway, and various seating area, including a rear terrace and the enclosed pool area. There is also a water-well on the property. A second and completely independent guest house sits at a short distance from the main property. The main house This beautiful four-bedroom property has been beautifully restored. Entrance is via a traditional central Gascon hallway, with a large and spacious 53m² reception/dining room, with a second 23,07m² dining room, a beautiful separate kitchen. The ground floor is grand and spacious, with a lovely flow of rooms and windows to all of the gardens, south, north, east and west. There are two good sized double bedrooms and bath/shower rooms on the ground floor. The first floor echoes the symmetrical shape of the house with a mirror-image central hallway. Upstairs there are a further two bedrooms and bathrooms, with a total of four ensuites in the main house. In the guest house, separate to the main house, and with a private entrance, there is a fifth bedroom and shower room, a kitchen, and a private study room – ideal for anyone wishing to create a peaceful office space under a separate roof. Outbuildings & Other features The property also has a sports’ room, barn and garage. On a technical note 4.8 hectares land Water-well Good roof (last works 2017) Roof insulation hemp Wooden windows Gas central heating (boiler for heating and hot water) Fireplace Linky metre 1 (2019) 2 hot water tanks Internet connection : yes (2 lines) Pool (6 m x 13m) Chlorine No liner Security cover Room Sizes Ground floor main house : Entrance - 19,18 (north + south facing) Kitchen - 24,18 (east facing, parquet floor, fireplace) Reception room 53,25 (west, south and north facing with parquet floor) Dining-room - 24,05 (north east facing, parquet floor) Room - 11,68 (floor tiles) Bedroom 1 - 22,29 (north facing with access to terrace, gardens and pool) Bathroom 1 - 12,80 (bathroom with shower + WC) Room with sauna- 22,97 (with large fitted cupboards) Bedroom 2 - 19,71 Shower room - 5,81 (WC + shower) Boiler + laundry room - 11,31(gas boiler) First Floor Landing - 17,69 (north / south, parquet floor) Bedroom 3 - 25,08 (north/ east with sea grass floor) Bathroom 3 - 25,42 ( WC + shower + bath) Bedroom 4 - 25,51(south west) Bathroom 4 : 22,76 (north/ west, bath with wooden surround, WC and shower) Studio appartment Bedroom 5 - 24,75 (west, south and east with sea grass) Shower room - 8,55 (east and north, tiled floor, shower + WC) Study - 10,07 (with balcony overlooking pool) Summer reception room + kitchen - 29,64 (with fitted kitchen) Sports’ Room - 43,00 (north facing with parquet floor) Barn - 89m2 ((wine cellar, storage room) Garage - 49,56 ( 2 spaces, automatic doors)

In the middle of rolling countryside, yet only 20 mins from Agen train station, we arrive at this impressive property via its own private circular drive. The principal residence is high-ceilinged and elegant with four large, en suite bedrooms on the second floor, as well as two smaller bedrooms on the third floor. The ground floor comprises a triple reception room, with terrace, as well as kitchen, dining room and WC. As well as the main house, there are two further buildings ripe for renovation. In addition, there is a huge open barn, currently only fitted with horse boxes, but benefitting from planning permission for conversion to habitable use. A children’s cabin and tennis court, as well as large swimming pool and pool house complete this substantial property - making it the ideal resistance for an extended family or indeed the basis for a thriving hospitality or events business.

We first discover this authentic Gascon property on a scorching hot summer’s day. Nestling in a small hamlet surrounded by a large plot of land to the front, rear and side the house has retained many of its original features. The property is sold with the walls of an old stone barn, which has sadly lost its roof. The barn is ripe for conversion (with planning permission) and provides a natural and impressive stone division between this property and its neighbour; lending one the sense of total privacy whilst sitting in a friendly, non-isolated position. We enter the property down a long driveway which runs alongside the barn. To the front of the property there is a generous plot of land and trees which screen the house from the quiet rural lane on which it sits. We enter the property via the original front door and find ourselves in a wide and spacious hallway with original terracotta floor tiles, smoothed by the patina of the years. The far end the hallway opens onto a rear terrasse where a luncheon table is dressed in the shade beneath a covered trellis area. Beyond here one can just about see the pool and pool house at the far end of the garden. FOR MORE INFORMATION AND PHOTOS HEAD TO BLISSIMMO.COM

Overview Embrace the growing trend for unique ‘tiny home stays’ with this wonderful opportunity to purchase your very own holiday park. Soak up the views and relish rural life in the heart of Gers’ magnificent countryside while earning a living from an established tourist destination which features 5 different styles of wooden holiday home and a pool. Set in six hectares of private grounds with woodland and pretty gardens, the new buyer can live on site in a spacious home which also doubles as a reception area and communal restaurant. You and your guests can also savour the views from a large, fenced swimming pool and a covered hot tub, and for younger visitors, there’s even a playground. The holiday park’s location just south of the popular and chic spa town Lectoure, in the northern part of the region, makes it best placed for tourists seeking a private, peaceful base offering ‘something a little different’. Toulouse Airport is only 1.5 hours away from an area growing in popularity to visitors from all over the world. A closer look at the holiday accommodation The park includes different styles of accommodation: two are two-bedroom wooden chalets and the remaining three, more traditional in design and better suited to a lone traveller or couple. The smaller chalets are studio in style, every inch of space has been maximised and outside is a charming veranda, with tables and chairs and breathtaking views across miles and miles of countryside. Inside is a shower room, and the kitchen is well-equipped with a hob, fridge and microwave. For extra warmth and adding to the cosy vibe, there’s even a little wood burner. Conversely, for hot summer days and nights, there is air conditioning. Step inside the larger wooden chalets The two larger wooden chalets offer practical and pleasant two-bedroom accommodation, perfect for couples and families. They have large decked, covered terraces with truly remarkable views across rolling hills and a patchwork of farmers’ fields. There is heating and air conditioning and each has a private shaded garden offering the perfect space to rest and relax. The main house The house currently serves as both a home for the owner and a reception area to welcome guests and serve them meals. There’s a professionally equipped working kitchen with robust stainless-steel cookers, preparation tables and shelving plus a larder and a separate laundry. The kitchen leads into a large dining room and from here you can access three double bedrooms of a good size and with plenty of storage, as well as a large modern bathroom with sink, shower cubicle and bath. There is also a separate toilet. From the outside, a part glazed door leads you into a lounge with stone fireplace and wood burner and also air conditioning. The space gives the current owners privacy away from guests and from here stairs lead up to the first floor where there are two additional double bedrooms. Fun in the sun for all The current owners are keen gardeners and have taken great pride in establishing pretty planted beds, flowering shrubs and in a configuration that makes the most of the woodland and gives each home-away-from-home shade and privacy. The swimming-pool with its stunning view is a welcome addition which guests of all ages can enjoy, in addition to the hot tub set in its own tiny wooden house. The children’s playground with swings and slides adds the variety of fun things to do. The property also includes a spacious attic, two garages and a hangar for extra storage. What we love here at Bliss We love the incredible setting with exceptional rural views and a true sense of escaping from the world in whichever perfectly planned holiday home takes your fancy. It would be a pleasure to hand this gem to someone who appreciates the opportunity to provide travellers and holidaymakers with a unique outdoor living experience at the heart of Gascony. Who will this property suit? Lovers of outdoor living with an appreciation of the countryside seeking a home with a seasonal income. It suits buyers attracted to an opportunity where you simply pick up and carry on the current owner’s good work as there’s very little renovation to do and they’ve an established customer base and reputation. However, someone with a passion for interiors and styling could really have some fun dressing the wooden chalets, adding to the charm and general appeal. (Technical information) MAIN HOUSE Brick house 5 bedrooms (electric radiators plus air conditioning) Lounge + dining room + reception area Professional kitchen Attic Wood burner 36 solar panels on roof Double glazing ADSL (fibre possible) 2 garages 1 hangar Swimming pool with alarm and fence Children’s playground STUDIO ACCOMMODATION X 3 Double bed Shower room & WC Reversible electric heating/cooling Wood burner Private garden WOODEN CHALETS X 2 2 x bedrooms Shower room & WC Reversible electric heating/cooling Private garden (Support information on PEREZ) (For top of page) 710,520 euros Agency fees included, payable by seller, 596 SURFACE: 210 m2 (+ 50m2 uninhabitable) LAND: 6.7 hectares) MAIN HOUSE: ROOMS: 2 BEDROOMS: 5 HEATING: Electric, wood, air conditioning PROPERTY TAX: 1100 euros CLOSE TO LECTOURE DPE: 229 / D GES: 7 / B

Where is the property located? This property is located a short drive from the market town of Condom, in a tranquil spot. There are a couple of neighbouring houses. Our property is free from any overview of neighbours and there is a lovely sense of privacy from the enclosed gardens and stone walls which run around the garden. Agen is less than an hour away with its fast train to Paris, Bordeaux and Toulouse. Toulouse is an hour fifteen by car, with Blagnac international airport. The Gardens, Guest Cottage & pool The courtyard garden is beautifully paved for easy maintenance. There is a spacious covered terrace/ barbecue area next to the guest cottage, and a raised balcony/ terrasse off the kitchen. The impression one has, is of a peaceful sunlit place to relax, in sunlight or shade in the hottest months. The oval pool is raised and sits to the front of the property with a terrasse area all around. This is a fantastic property for entertaining, with the separate guest house, or for dinner guests in summer the covered terrace and barbecue area which provides a fantastic ambiance for parties. The main house The ground floor : We enter the main house via a central hallway from the courtyard garden. The property has a cosy period feel, with pretty exposed stone walls, stone floors, which are in perfect keeping with the age and style of the property. On the ground floor there is a galley- style kitchen which is spacious and well organised. The kitchen opens onto a covered terrasse area at the far end, with plenty of place for a long table, perfect for outdoor dining and an additional living-space in the summer months. Next to the kitchen, we find a formal dining-room for evening meals or indoor winter dining, a cosy study/ television room and a larger reception room at the far end. Each of these rooms is brimming with character : stone walls, floors, beams and period features. The ground floor benefits from a shower room/ laundry room as well as a separate downstairs guest cloakroom/WC and sink. A vintage wooden staircase leads to the first floor. The first floor At the top of the staircase there is a generous landing area with a window which leads to two generously sizes double bedrooms. Each of these bedrooms has a private ensuite shower-room, WC and sink. The first bedroom has a large closet. Both rooms overlook the pool. The second floor The second and top floor of the property is delightful! With gorgeous views from the main bedroom, there is a bathroom on the other side, with a bathtub, shower and WC. The top floor has the feel of a private appartment.

Overview Discover this welcoming maison de maître with a living area of 399m². The Ground Floor A spacious and central entrance, typical of a Gascon house. To the right, it leads to a spacious dining room with a stone fireplace equipped with a wood stove; to the left of the entrance: a fitted kitchen with a La Cornue gas stove opening onto a covered terrace to the south and access to the park located on the side of the house, its entrance, and access to the garage and outbuildings. Also on the ground floor: at the front, a comfortable bedroom or office offers privacy and tranquility. Separate toilets arranged under the stairs are also available for guests. From the dining room, a door opens to a former wine cellar, now converted into a spacious living room with two mezzanine areas and a double staircase. From this living room, we also access a rounded bathroom with WC and a laundry room. The living room, nearly 180m², is divided into three distinct areas : a small living room, a large living room, and a billiard room. The First Floor On the first floor of the maison de maître, a spacious landing leads to three bright bedrooms, one of which has a practical dressing room for additional storage. A spacious bathroom with a shower, double sink, and WC serves two guest bedrooms and a master suite with its bathroom with bathtub and WC and its dressing room completes the night area. The Exterior A wooded park of 8641m² with large trees, a fenced swimming pool (liner 2023), a stone well, and a pool house arranged in a dovecote. Covered terrace on the south side and open terrace on the east side. Outbuildings: Attached garage and double carport and wood storage not attached.

One wonders what it's doing here, with its Mediterranean villa vibe. It's like stepping into a Slim Aarons photograph. We wouldn’t be surprised to see bikini-clad beauties sipping Martinis by the pool. Or perhaps an older couple lounging on deck chairs, sunglasses on, gazing at the scenery. That’s when we realize: here, the sea is green. Stretching endlessly, it undulates gently all the way to the distant Pyrenees. We’re on the deck of a luxury yacht, lazily slicing through time under the blue sky. The calm is overwhelming. Just the gurgle of a fountain, a bird’s song, a deer passing through the tall grass. A few strokes in the pool to cool off. Suddenly, a big party. Chic people, friends laughing out loud, a drink in hand. Children jumping and shouting in the pool, splashing everyone. The men are busy at the barbecue. We dance to loud music. The neighbors don’t mind; they’re far away. The sun is beating down. We’ll need to open the awnings. How about a walk in the woods? It’s cool there. And with a bit of luck, we’ll see some pheasants. Or hares. By the way, did you see the pond with the goldfish and water lilies? Come, I’ve put my new car in the garage. Have you tried the fruits from the garden? Evening falls. Unfortunately, it starts to rain. Let's take shelter. Patio or living room? Both are spacious. Unless you'd prefer a game of billiards in the game room? Are you staying overnight? The studio is ready. Stay a few days with the kids, the guesthouse is free. It's late. We go to bed, eyes lost on the pool that has regained its calm. We’ll clean the kitchen later, it’s hidden enough not to see the mess. Tomorrow, we'll go shopping in Auch, it's only ten minutes away. But only after a good soak in the whirlpool tub. Then I'll isolate myself a bit in my office. I have work to finish before tinkering in the shed. Hey, tonight, do we have company or are we having a romantic evening on the terrace?

Dating back to 1547, the Château has grown over the centuries according to the needs of the families who have had the joy of living here. Situated up on high, in a peaceful haven, the chateau looks down over neatly lawned gardens and woodland. Flanking the building from the rear is a prehistoric rockface; a feature of the landscape since time immemorial when dinosaurs roamed the land. The Chateau faces south, where between the branches of the trees and across the valley, modern life beckons from afar, with the distant outline of AGEN etched onto the horizon. This juxtaposition of bucolic splendour coupled with the proximity of city life creates much of the inherent magic of this property. The gardens, and landscape immediately around the property have conspired for centuries to provide an utterly idyllic and bucolic retreat from the world with the promise of urban life across the valley. It takes a moment to adjust one’s thoughts to the fact that the shops, cinemas, theatres, and schools of Agen are a short drive away. In layman’s terms, one can pop out and seek a baguette or bottle of wine in almost the same amount of time as it might take to walk to the tower at the far end of the garden and back again. The position, is in a word magnificent. Magnificent and unexpected. The word château can often be misleading. If “Chateau” conjures images of medieval drafts, and chill stone floors, then rest assured that none of the grace and beauty associated with a chateau has been sacrificed in the name of comfort, and yet this property is decidedly “comfortable”, modern and in full working order. For home-seekers who dream of living in aesthetically pleasing historical buildings you will not be disappointed. None of the restorations carried out have removed an iota of the château’s charm. A walk in the grounds throws up delightful views of this architectural beauty from every angle. In the grounds of the château it is easy to take a sumptuous photograph, because from every angle; be it in the garden, the pool, the chapel or the tower, the Château has a grace and elegance which is entirely photogenic. From the outside it is impossible to imagine the level of comfort within. Inside is a very different story. Stone walls, high ceilings, and characterful fireplaces can be found. But you will also find five star comfort and modernity. Look no further than the C grade rating on the energy efficiency scale. In part due to the thick walls, but also due to the current owners love of houses that “work” and where the management of a substantial building such as this one might be made as easy possible. Restored throughout the property was used as a luxury family home with chambres d’hôtes since 2011, ceasing its very successful business just a couple of years ago.

Overview This beautiful stone property enjoys a quiet location, gorgeous south-facing views to the mountains; a guest cottage and a fabulous pool. With over 500m² living space in the main house and 83m² in the separate guest house with 2 bedrooms and ensuite shower-rooms, this property has been renovated completely throughout. This comfortable home with its contemporary interior, couples a wealth of period features with all the comforts of modern day living. There is the additional bonus of a tennis court nestling in the beautiful landscaped gardens, to wile away those sunny afternoons with the pleasant sound of balls hitting the court. Did anyone say gin and tonic? Where is this property located? In the heart of Gascony, the Tuscany of France, on the edge of Condom, within easy access to the town for its shops and schools. The property is also half an hour from the much-loved market town of Lectoure, and within easy reach of Agen and the fast TGV train line to Paris, Bordeaux and Toulouse. Blagnac international airport is 1hour15 minutes away. The property sits in a non-isolated yet utterly private location with stunning views of the countryside and on certain days a clear view of the snow-capped Pyrenees mountains.

In a part of Gascony renowned for its rolling hills and valleys and its rows of neat vines, this property sits in a superb position far from the main road, along a quiet country lane, with views commanding the surrounding countryside. The property sits in over four hectares of land, comprising beautiful and mature gardens, as well as a wilder parcel of woodland. Far from the road and with no nearby neighbours, this is a glorious position for a property, and one within easy driving distance of some of the most spectacular and historical villages in the Gers, allowing easy access to the shops and schools in both Condom and Lectoure. To say this is a single property, or a property fortunate to come with a “guest house” is misleading. This is a large domain which comprises two complete “main” houses; the choice of which to occupy being purely a question of taste and desire. One is classical, with the tropes of any fine Gascon country manor house. The second is a burst of creativity, space, colour and light, certain to appeal to those who seek originality in a property guaranteed to be quite unlike any other in the area. The old and the new sit side by side with these two buildings, stitched together timelessly and seamlessly by a garden bursting with life. Each corner hosts a tangle of flowers and roses, bushes and trees. The walls are softened by the long trails of jasmine and other scented flowers which climb over the arched pergolas. For home-seekers who shy away from houses that are replicas of properties which might be found a thousand times over, then this is a property which is certain to strike a chord of pure originality. This is the perfect house for anyone in search of space in which to create. There is a large atelier perfect for a writer, an artist or a potter, currently waiting to be used to its full potential. Apart from these occasional flashes of individualism, the properties are painted throughout in colours in-keeping with the style of the area, with a choice of colours from a palette of muted colours which blend tastefully with the old stone walls and rural setting. The property is accessed via a beautiful, winding, tree-lined, drive which brings us to a walled entrance with wrought iron gates between two stone pillars. Let us first take a look at the more traditional of the two houses on the plot: Originally home to one of the local wealthy wine-growing families, the 18th century “maison de maitre” sits at the far end of the park and is built in a traditional symmetrical “square” shape. It is a classical looking property with its own spacious private garden overlooking the lawns and woodland, and a smaller rear garden which boasts fig trees, wisteria and climbing roses. The small circular fishpond and fountain, along with a well, are a constant source of water for the garden, even throughout the hot summer months. Entrance to this house is through a central hallway, with a large kitchen-dining room, filled with light, on the left, two reception-rooms on the right and a downstairs toilet at the end of the hallway. Upstairs are three good sized bedrooms (one of which is “ensuite”) and a family bathroom. The wooden staircase continues up to the loft area where there is potential to create additional bedrooms and storage. The house is light and bright throughout, with stunning views over the beautiful gardens, and has a classically simple style, redolent of any 18th century country home. The property is in good structural condition and benefits from oil-central heating, along with a wood-burning stove in the main reception room. Now for the second property – a contemporary conversion from a large Armagnac chai and barn: When the current owners moved here, the main structural works and design had already been completed by previous occupants. With a demonstration of good taste and imagination, they have kept the artistic feel of the renovation whilst using muted paints to make the house feel inviting to everyone. In summary the property provides: a kitchen/dining-room, 2 separate salons and four bedrooms all with en-suite facilities, along with a TV room, a laundry/utility and boot room. This is a house with an “urban” feel, a perfect representation of which is the long metal windows which run symmetrically along the façade. We enter the property via a classic entrance hall which leads to the atelier and pump room on one side and, on the other, in to a triple-sized reception room, with a central and contemporary wood-burner and wooden flooring. The room has enough space to include two “salons” or reception areas, on two different levels. The perfect place for soirées. The urban atelier-style window-frames run the length of the wall, offering “tableaux” style garden-views. Through into the open kitchen/dining-room, with its contemporary polished-cement floor, the warm and inviting feel of the property continues. Large glass panelled doors on both sides invite the outside in, giving the kitchen almost a bistro aspect. From the kitchen there is access to: On the same level as the kitchen and the main reception-room, there is a second salon; smaller and cosier, with an open fireplace. Beyond the salon there is a downstairs bedroom with a Moresque feel benefiting from its own en-suite bathroom. There are two staircases to the upper floor in this property. The first leads to what may be considered to be the private apartments of the owners. This is a fabulous space. If intact and transportable, with the addition of a small corner kitchen, it would make the most delicious appartment in Paris or Bordeaux. It has everything a couple could need to live a life of comfort, denoted by the luxurious, at times playful, aspect of the rooms, where one might easily be forgiven for imagining one has stepped onto a stage-set in a theatre-house. The plateau consists of a large triple-sized bedroom with ensuite, and, carefully dissimulated behind original street-doors, which have been distressed with chalk paint, are two dressing-rooms. French doors open to allow wider views over the pigeonnier and the gardens. Beyond the master suite, hides a cosy TV room which can also be accessed directly from the entrance hall. Beside the bedroom there is an erstwhile ‘gentlemen’s smoking room’, currently used as a study with a bureau for Monsieur, a bureau for Madame, walls lined with bookshelves, and a salon/sitting area for their beautiful labrador to relax while her owners toil! Beyond the study, on a half-landing, there is access to a second bedroom which has been painted in chalky cream, offering a light and peaceful room with a charming French styled, enclosed, wash basin, a bath and WC. The second staircase, accessible via the small downstairs salon, leads to a spacious bedroom which has a unique feel with its contemporary wall murals, and which also provides en-suite facilities. The property comes with a multitude of space for further development, with barns, the downstairs atelier and old remaining wine chai to name but a few. The swimming pool is to the rear of the property in an elevated position surrounded by lavender and other beautifully scented plants, giving it a feeling of privacy but not enclosed. There is also a pigeonnier of which much could still be made, which adds to the general sense one has of owning a considerable “domaine” or part of Gascony’s rural wine-making history. This is a super home, which offers tranquility, comfort, space and originality in equal measure. The perfect spot to escape the world and create your very own piece of paradise, far from the madding crowds! To whom might this property appeal: Original souls, artists, writers, potters, lovers of nature or anyone requiring space in which to create, express themselves and to exhibit their works. Home-seekers who wish to find a second considerably comfortable and spacious property on the same plot – possibly for parents, children, or lettings. It is the perfect place for weddings and retreats. Lovers of theatre – there is an air of playful theatricality to some of the rooms. This would also be the perfect property for anyone wishing to organise writers’ or artists’ retreats. Lovers of privacy, peace, quiet, nature and gardens. (NB : This garden it should be noted was considered by the local mayor to be worthy or recognition as an area of outstanding natural beauty in the area). Lovers of both traditional and loft-style contemporary homes. The new owners should not be : Afraid of space! (There is much of it). Allergic to rambling homes which will require upkeep both inside and out. This is not the traditional two up, two down property -albeit there is one of these thrown into the mix Technical note: Starlink satellite WiFi with Mesh systems have been installed in both properties to ensure high speed internet access which work both inside and out.

Gascony: rich and rolling countryside, incredible views and rambling country estates. There is of course the ubiquitous confit de canard. With this property, there are real live ducks, a fabulous private lake in the garden, and the kind of manor house you would happily find on location in a movie entitled Secret South West France. Many houses in the area have been completely restored. This one although having undergone partial renovation has the appealing ambience of an old French home in the countryside, where there is still plenty to do, but somehow everything works. From the occasional vibrantly shocking colourful bathroom suite, or wallpaper last hung in the 1970s, to the old farm kitchen, to the lovely old wooden staircase, and what feels like an endless amount of children’s bedrooms. If every you were invited to stay in the countryside of France as a child, in a quintessentially French home, this is it. The children can play on boats or by the waters edge, or chasing the ducks, for hours. The garden is populated with a host of trees, from olive to oak. There is a dog, plenty of cats; plenty of place to work from home, house the in-laws (should you wish to), or to hide away from the world and pretend you are in 1950 or 1970, or today, or 2025 with the superspeed internet. Let’s have a wander: The main house The main house is divided into two sections. Historically the property was occupied by several branches of the same family and at some point in the 1950s this vast Gascon home was divided into two sections, with a kitchen, reception room, and bedrooms on both sides. Let us begin our tour, with a look at the part of the property in which the current owners reside today : We enter the main house, to find ourselves in a traditional Gascon hallway, that at some point in time was divided into two sections: being such a long hallway, it was no doubt deemed that the second section of the hallway, with a door at the far end leading to the garden, was wasted as a hallway, and instead became a dining-room - very much as the space was used in the past with big feasts with the farm-workers after harvest. Here there is a lovely old parquet floor (requiring some repair), wall panels, and a dining-room table. First left, on entering our original front door, there is a lovely warm and welcoming “L” shaped farmhouse kitchen, with a door at the far end to the garden to the side. There is a woodburning stone, a range of units for storage. With plenty of place for a breakfast table, this room has a joyful ambience, and is also a lovely room to sit and work at the table, and enjoy the fire. At the bottom of the hallway, there are two rooms, one on each side. One is the family reception room, with fireplace, and on the other side a large reception room, which is used as a game’s room, or informal living room. On the other side of the wall, there is the second section of the property (or the other “half” of the property which we will visit later on). There is a downstairs double bedroom, with a parquet floor and a window to the east, and an old fireplace. Underneath the stairs (which have been enclosed by a wooden doorway which could be removed) there is a cloakroom where the coats and boots are kept from view. A lovely old wooden staircase leads to the first floor. The First Floor The first-floor landing is our first surprise being so spacious! This incredible 48m²+ area overlooks the garden, and has two windows. is more reminiscent of a first floor reception-room than a traditional landing. With a desk at one end, where the current owner works, it is currently used as an upstairs study. There is also a large wooden reception style desk at the opposite end, behind which there is access to storage room/attic. On this level there are 7 bedrooms, two of which have an ensuite shower-room. The others share a family shower room on the same floor. The rooms have a mixture of parquet, lino and tiled floors and are all filled with light, and clearly much loved over the years. One might choose to redecorate, or enjoy the “feel” of a property from another time. “When we first moved in, we thought about redecorating, but after a time, grew to love the vintage wall-paper and fittings so much, especially seeing how many of these fixtures and fittings are coming back into fashion! In the end we left much of the original decoration. This is a house that is perfect for a family and children, and we were very happy to keep the house very much the way it had always been. We have loved living here, and so have our children.” The second half of the main property As mentioned, the property was divided back in the mid-19th century, when families had more children, and branches of the same family lived together under one roof. Today, we access the other half of the property via a separate door, although it should be noted that both halves of the property can be joined together to create one single and vast home, as it was originally built in the 18th century. With a veranda to the side, the property has a lovely main reception room, with fireplace, a very rustic kitchen, a rear kitchen and pantry, and a hallway leading to two downstairs bedrooms, with lovely old parquet flooring and doors to the garden. There is a downstairs bathroom, storage area and WC. On the first floor, a hallway leads to two upstairs bedrooms. Other dwellings on the estate There is a second cottage/gîte on the estate, and a second house once used by the farmworkers. The first cottage has an entrance hall, a sitting-room, a downstairs bathroom and a kitchen. On the first floor of the cottage, there are two bedrooms and a WC and a converted 48m²+ attic space. The farm labourer’s cottage We enter the house directly from an enclosed area, with a walled garden, into a kitchen and open-plan sitting-room. There is a downstairs shower-room. On the first floor, there are two bedrooms and a dressing room. Outbuildings A vast amount of space can be found in the outbuildings, with three garages ( 100m² x 3) A covered hangar (336m²) U shaped farm building (in two sections : 665m² + 710m²) A wooden chicken-coop : 50m² A barn: 520m² A shed : 12m²

This beautifully restored farmhouse, with its 4 ensuite double bedrooms, 3 reception rooms, lake, pool and pool house, provides a perfect setting for entertaining. The current owners have dedicated much love to restoring the property, ensuring year-round comfort. The main house features a hall, lounges, dining area, fitted kitchen, and versatile utility room. A stunning pool house offers relaxation space near the pool. Upstairs, four en suite double bedrooms, including a master suite, offer luxurious accommodation. The grounds feature rewilded meadows, a natural lake, and a productive orchard. Notable features include oil-fired central heating, fiber-optic internet, and the property's excellent overall condition. In summary, this home combines modern comfort with the charm of an old property, ideal for peaceful family living or entertaining guests.

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.