luxury property with terrace for sale Sarry, France

A 16TH-CENTURY MANOR HOUSE IN BURGUNDY In Provency, in the Yonne department, La Motte des Ouches is laid out along a surprisingly precise axis. From the entrance gate, the eye is drawn to a library situated beneath 16th-century stone arcades, passes through the gardens, and then rests, beyond them, on the dovecote. This perspective reveals the layout of the property, where the main house, farm buildings, and outdoor spaces once formed a single cohesive whole. First mentioned in 1554, the manor has evolved over the centuries while retaining the spirit of its various eras. Stone, beams, terracotta floor tiles, irregular openings, and thick walls still define its character. Surrounding the house are a gravel courtyard, a mature orchard, landscaped gardens, a barn, and old stables that extend the home's presence. A HOUSE BUILT IN LAYERS The 250 m² of living space is divided among eight main rooms, including four bedrooms. The floor plan retains the layout of an old house, with rooms flowing into one another and spaces of varying proportions. The reception room, dining room, and library form the heart of the house. Stone, wood, terracotta tiles, and historic plasterwork lend the interiors their character. The 16th-century arcades are among the manor's most remarkable features. They create visual connections between the courtyard, the rooms, and the garden, while the stone spiral staircase evokes the building's age. The current owner, a California-based architect, acquired La Motte des Ouches in 2023 and undertook several renovation projects. The master bedroom and its bathroom were renovated, the roof was replaced, the electrical system was upgraded, and the bedrooms were equipped with air conditioning. These improvements enhanced the home's comfort while preserving its historic materials, spacious rooms, and elements inherited from its various eras. The contemporary features thus blend seamlessly with the existing structure. ALONG THE AXIS OF THE DOVECOTE Outside, the 4,700 m² of land includes a gravel courtyard, a landscaped garden, an orchard, and the former outbuildings. Set apart from the main structure, the swimming pool adds a more contemporary touch while preserving the character of the manor and its surroundings. From the house, the views open up to the various features of the property. In particular, a central axis runs through the entire property from the gate to the dovecote, creating continuity between the buildings and the outdoor spaces. The outbuildings include a stone barn, former stables, a wine cellar, a summer kitchen, and the dovecote. These various structures can retain their current use or be repurposed for new projects: a workshop, reception area, separate guest rooms, a workspace, or a space dedicated to a collection. They are an integral part of the property and offer numerous possibilities for renovation. A BURGUNDY LOCATION La Motte des Ouches is located in Provency, in the Yonne department, in the heart of Burgundy, where historic rural estates often combine a main house, farm buildings, a garden, and land behind a single gate. The manor is fully in keeping with this landscape. Its stone walls, dovecote, old stables, and compact layout are inseparable from the land on which it was built. However, the architect-owner's vision offers a fresh perspective on this heritage. The house remains deeply Burgundian, while the restoration departs from the expected repertoire of the French country house. This approach is reflected in the property's overall balance: a historic residence on a domestic scale, outbuildings large enough to envision new uses, and generous grounds, always designed with everyday life in mind. THE ADVISOR'S PERSPECTIVE I particularly appreciate the way the architect's vision has transformed this house. His intervention has allowed it to adapt to a more contemporary way of life, while preserving its materials, proportions, and traces of its various eras. Comfort has been seamlessly integrated into the existing structure, without overshadowing the site's history. The outbuildings and remaining spaces now offer the same freedom: the freedom to imagine new uses and, in turn, to continue the transformation of La Motte des Ouches. Alexis Mouchet

A Historical Gem: Charm Meets Profitability Perched on the steep slopes of a hill, this ancient 15th-century lordship, heir to a medieval fiefdom, embodies the perfect blend of history and modernity. Once composed of four fiefs—La Petite Borde, La Roche, Salins (or Corabœuf)—the estate has preserved its soul and a portion of its original lands. Rebuilt in 1775, it stands as an elegant testament to a bygone era, combining exposed stone walls, slate roofs, and discreet dormer windows. The main house, the heart of the estate, features eight rooms, including five spacious guest rooms filled with natural light. Its vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, and stone fireplaces evoke the prestige of the past, while its terraces and swimming pool invite relaxation. Surrounding a closed courtyard, six buildings house independent cottages, each accommodating between 5 and 8 guests. With 17 operational rooms (and two additional cottages under renovation), this estate is a treasure for high-end tourist accommodations. Immediate and Sustainable Profitability Designed to generate revenue from the very first season, the estate offers fully equipped cottages, private terraces, a swimming pool, and versatile spaces, providing a turnkey experience for visitors. Its dual purpose—as both a private residence and a tourist business—makes it an exciting and profitable investment. Combining exceptional architectural heritage with solid economic potential, this estate appeals to history enthusiasts and savvy investors alike. A dream within reach, for those who dare to combine passion and profitability.

Located two hours from Paris, this mansion with a total area of 374 m² offers a peaceful living environment, with an unobstructed view of the Vézelay Basilica. It is situated on a landscaped park of 14,000 m² and additionally offers its future buyers a caretaker's house and a horse shelter, to be renovated. This property in the pure style of the 1970s was built with quality materials: slate roof, ground floor in Massangis stone, handcrafted interior carpentry. The whole requires some refreshment work and contemporary arrangements to revive it. The house, spacious and bright, offers on the ground floor an entrance hall, a large living room with a fireplace for winter evenings, a dining room, a retro kitchen, a second living room opening onto a terrace offering a breathtaking view of the garden with century-old trees, an office, and a back kitchen. The first floor includes a lounge with a library, 3 bedrooms, and a bathroom, ideal for a children's space. On the second level, a parental space with a suite and its bathroom. A large attic space can be converted and could be used as a dressing room. In the basement, various partitioned spaces: boiler room, cellars, workshop, and technical room. Located 15 minutes from the towns of Avallon and Vézelay, this family home with generous volumes is an ideal place for a main or secondary residence and could be suitable for a guesthouse or Airbnb project. EPC: F/E Price HAI: €358,704 (net selling price: €338,400 - 6% fees borne by the seller) Presented by Mr. Richard DESPLAIN (EI): +33 (0)6.88.08.46.23 – [email protected] "Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Georisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr"

Located in the historic heart of the city and close to all amenities, this stone house offers a beautiful interior circulation, complete privacy and absolute security behind its high stone walls. With an interior garden of 360 m², a real playground for children or even ornemental garden, the main house revolves around this inner courtyard. From the entrance, via a small courtyard (20 m²) very convenient for bicycles and strollers, a large entrance hall serves on the right the living rooms: kitchen/dining room, living room and playroom, in the left wing, the sleeping area, the laundry room, the master suite, two bedrooms and a shower room, on the upper floor four bedrooms, two with mezzanine and a shower room and a bathroom. An independent studio with a cellars is accessible from the inner courtyard It offers a kitchen and a living room on the ground floor, a bedroom and a bathroom upstairs. A shower room, toilets and playroom have been converted into a subplex. Located in the heart of a wine village the house is ideal for a large family and also for a short-term rental activity or the accommodation of an "au pair girl" with the independent studio. TGV train station is 20 minutes away connecting to Paris in 1h20 and to Lyon, to the south, in 30 minutes, A6 motorway is 8 minutes away to connect to Geneva in 1h50, Lyon in 1 hour, Paris in 3 hours.