Location
Nestled in a picturesque Gascon village with no shops, this charming stone property offers the perfect blend of peace and convenience. The village is well-tended and tranquil, providing a serene escape from the bustle of city life. It’S within easy driving distance of Lectoure, a lively market town, and Agen, which offers high-speed Tgv connections to Paris. Toulouse airport is just over an hour away, making travel convenient.
Property Overview:
This rustic stone cottage exudes warmth and character, appealing to those who love exposed stone walls, large oak beams, and terracotta floors. The property has been tastefully decorated in a country style, reflecting its heritage and charm. Situated next to a municipal building, the house is oriented towards its own lush, well-planted gardens, offering a peaceful and non-isolated retreat.
Previously a much-loved holiday home, this property also served as a main residence for a family seeking refuge from city life in the idyllic region of Gascony.
Property Details:
Entrance:
Enter the property through a side door into a small hallway, which offers ample space for coats, boots, and houses the boiler area.
Kitchen:
The entrance hall leads into a spacious kitchen, featuring exposed oak ceiling beams and a terracotta floor. The kitchen is fitted with country-style units and offers a cozy dining area by a window overlooking the beautiful gardens. A vintage-style cupboard with glass doors adds charm, and there are plenty of fitted units for storage. The sink provides a lovely view of the gardens and the entrance.
Reception Room:
The reception room is accessed through the kitchen, separated by a thick, old stone wall. This room also features a terracotta tiled floor and French doors that open onto the garden. Under the stairs, you’ll find a small water closet with a WC.
First Floor:
A modern wooden staircase leads to the first-floor landing, from which two spacious double bedrooms can be accessed.
Bedroom One: This room has an ensuite shower room with a small window and a partially obstructed view of a neighboring building. The ensuite includes a sink, Wc, and shower.
Bedroom Two: A generously sized room, currently arranged in a dormitory style with three beds to showcase its size. The room is bright, with windows on all sides, a high ceiling, a private dressing room, and an ensuite shower room with lovely views.
A steep wooden staircase on the first floor leads to a small room under the eaves, suitable as a child's bedroom or a cozy study area, currently furnished with a desk and chair.
Gardens:
The gardens are a standout feature of this property. They are beautifully landscaped and surprisingly expansive, offering a serene setting with far-reaching views over the valley. Although the swimming pool is currently inoperative and requires replacement, once restored, it would provide an ideal space for summer relaxation. The gardens are filled with a variety of shrubs, flowers, and bushes, creating a peaceful countryside ambiance, despite being in a village. An old stone barn with a covered parking area and a large garage/barn attached to the main house add further appeal.
Why You'll Love This Property:
- Ready to Move In: The property is immediately habitable and cosy, with the potential to personalize or update the style if desired.
- 2 Spacious Bedrooms: The two upstairs bedrooms are impressively large, with a third, smaller room that can serve as a child's bedroom or study.
- Beautiful Gardens: The gardens are both vast and beautifully maintained, offering stunning views. Once the pool is restored, this property would make a perfect holiday home.
- Versatile here as a second home, this property also functions well as a spacious two-bedroom main residence.
Large barn/garage to main house and second stone barn in garden.