An Elegant Maison de Maitre with Independent Guest Apartment
Property Description
An elegant and quintessentially French Maison de Maitre, which was originally built in 1875 and has since been totally and professionally renovated in 2007. The estate includes the Maison de Maitre; a Guest Apartment over the Former Grange; a 5x10m Salt Water Swimming Pool; an Orchard; a Building Plot and 4 hectares of flat land, which borders the River Luz. Pau airport 30 mins; Tarbes / Lourdes 30 mins; and Toulouse International 1hr 45mins. The Atlantic coast, around Biarritz and the ski slopes can be reached in less than one hour.
Originally built in 1875 and fully renovated in 2007 to include the addition of the Tower; a new slate roof; hardwood double glazed windows; new central heating system with under-floor heating; full re-wiring; full insulation, new bathrooms and kitchen; installation of the salt water swimming pool and landscaped gardens. The professional renovation was carried out between 2007 and 2008 and hence a 7 years guarantee remains.
The property is immaculately presented and tastefully decorated by its English owners to marry together its original features with neutral tiles, white bathroom suites and subtle paintwork. The property is located at the edge of a village with views over its 4 hectares of land and the surrounding countryside.
The property would make a superb holiday home with nearby activities to include golf, white water rafting, skiing, kayaking, canoeing, hang-gliding, horse-riding and ballooning. The estate borders the River Luz and the part of the river near the property is excellent for barbeques and picnics. There are also weekly markets in the neighbouring towns of Nay, Gan and Jurancon.
Screened from the village by an imposing pair of pillars and gates, the property is accessed by a separate entrance to its rear. The driveway, with well maintained lawns to each side, leads to a gravelled turning circle and guest parking. The Maison de Maitre is found straight ahead with its former Grange to the left. The Grange has been converted into a double open-fronted Garage, a closed workshop and an independent guest apartment.
The swimming pool is privately situated to the south of the property, with its large sun terrace, covered dining terrace and walled surround. The ?Potager? and Walled Orchard, with its plum, cherry and fig trees, is located next to the swimming pool and has a large gate leading onto the 4 hectares of land. The River Luz is just a short walk across the fields. The land is currently managed by the local farmer, but could readily support 4 horses.
GROUND FLOOR
The entire ground floor has under-floor heating and cream tiles.
The double entrance door leads into the main hallway, with a large hall cupboard to the left.
Sitting Room (28.5m2) : with east facing window, restored stone fire-surround and hearth, beamed ceiling.
Dining Room (17.2m2) : with north facing window, restored stone fire-surround and hearth, beamed ceiling.
Dining Kitchen (33.9m2) : with doors leading onto the covered dining terrace and windows over-looking the Pool, the Orchard and the ?Potager?. A generous range of cream base and wall units with black granite work-tops. Large Range with extractor hood; American fridge-freezer with ice-maker; double sink; and large centre island with power points.
Study (14.4m2) : with east facing window
Utility Room (9m2) : with west facing window, original stone evier (sink) and door leading to the Orchard. Plumbing for washing machine, space for tumble drier. Connecting to ?
Downstairs Shower Room (3.1m2) : with shower, wash-hand basin and w.c.
FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom 1 (22.4m2) : with south and east facing windows, marble fire surround, wooden floor, beamed ceiling, connecting to ?
En-Suite Dressing (7.2m2) : full and half hanging
En-Suite Bathroom (12.1m2) : with south and west facing windows, Jacuzzi bath, Italian shower, double wash-hand basins and w.c.
Bedroom 2 (14m2) : with east facing window, beamed ceiling and wooden floor.
Bedroom 3 (25.2m2) : with north facing window, beamed ceiling, wooden floor and large built-in wardrobe.
Bedroom 4 (13.2m2) : with north and east facing windows, original marble fire-surround, beamed ceiling and wooden floor.
Family Bathroom (6.5m2) : with west facing window, bath, shower and w.c.
SECOND FLOOR (100m2)
Large open area currently serving as Bedroom 5, but could easily convert into 3 extra bedrooms and two bathrooms.
En-Suite Shower Room : with shower, wash-hand basin and w.c.
Dressing Room : with full and half hanging.
GUEST APARTMENT (78m2)
The Guest Apartment occupies the first floor of the Former Grange and is accessed by a flight of external stairs next to the swimming pool. It is currently an open plan area with an L shaped kitchen over-looking the pool. The bathroom currently has a wash-hand basin and w.c., however plumbing is in-situ for either a bath or shower. This area could comfortably accommodate two bedrooms and a sitting room and would simply require stud walls. The apartment is well lit by its four windows and glass panelled door.
This is a classic French property, professionally renovated to an exceptional standard. It has just come on the market at a realistic price and is anticipated to sell quickly.
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Joanne Shaw
French Character Homes
Tel: +33 (0)5 59 12 28 13
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