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THIS RENOVATED PROPERTY SITS ON TOP OF A HILL, ENJOYS UNINTERRUPTED VIEWS TO THE SURROUNDING COUNTRYSIDE AND BENEFITS FROM LARGE LIVING SPACES. Shopping, restaurants and antique shops in Lectoure are 12kms away. This area has a wealth of cultural and architectural gems. The main motorway between Toulouse and Bordeaux can be reached within 10 minutes. A cyprus and olive trees lined lane takes to the property at the top of a hill. The main house and wisteria covered dovecot are surrounded by nature, mature trees and shrubs. Peace and serenity immediately welcome the visitor. The large gascon-style house is entered by several entrances from the surrounding terraces.It includes: - On the ground floor, directly from the garden: 2 large reception rooms (1 with a fireplace), dining-room, a fully equipped kitchen with French door to a covered patio area, office, bedroom with shower, wc, laundry rooms, store room with technical utilities.To the rear of the building, attached but also accessed by a private entrance door, a separate guest wing with lounge, 2 bedrooms, wc and large shower room. Covered terrace for alfresco dining. - On the first floor up a wide wooden staircase, 4 en-suite bedrooms, 2 on each side of a massive 160 sqm room with a beautiful timber roof structure, used by the current owners for private concerts or exhibitions. A perfect space to relax, meditate or yoga. On the East side of the main building, the original dovecot on 2 levels has been renovated recently. Downstairs there is a cosy sitting-room, a galley kitchen with dinining area opening to a private terrace, 1 bedroom and a large shower room. Upstairs and accessed by a traditional outside flight of steps, there is a romantic bedroom with 4-poster bed. Magnificent timber ceiling structure above. Wc and sink. On the South side of the property, a little away from the house, the swimming-pool (9 x 4m) with surrounding tiled deck and pool house with sauna that overlooks the countryside. An observation deck offers extended views to the countryside and the church of the little village nearby. 4 horse loose boxes next to the dovecot could be developed as more bedrooms or use for their intended purpose. 2 fresh water wells. Heat pumps. Water filtering system. Water softener. The land has been meticulously landscaped, with meadows, bushes and mature trees of different kinds. Fruit trees at the back of the house. And even a charming walk around the estate for the owners' dog ! The peace and tranquility of this property are unique. This is a perfect home to relax with a book under a tree, swim whilst surrounded by nature or simply do nothing. The property could be an ideal family home, a holiday retreat or a luxury. B&B. THIS IS A RARE OPPORTUNITY TO ACQUIRE A UNIQUE PROPERTY NEAR LECTOURE. FOR MORE INFORMATION AND REQUEST FOR A VISIT PLEASE CONTACT AGENCE hAMILTON IN LECTOURE ON : +33 (0) 5 62 29 59 57.

50 mn from Toulouse-Blagnac airport, near Auch. 140 ha agricultural and forestry estate with 39 ha of farm land, 42 ha meadows, 56 ha of woodland and moors and 3 ha lake. 18th-19th century Mansion with 1 200 sqm (approx.) of tastefully renovated floor space with 20 main rooms and view of lake and hills. Indoor pool. 128 sqm renovated farm house with 4 main rooms. 4 lock-up garages, hayloft, barn, 4 horse stalls, 250 sqm barn for storing wood and 450 sqm heated greenhouse. Ref.: 1920. Energy class: C. To negociate. Fees chargeable to the seller. Consult our scale of fees on our website www.matchimmobilier.fr . MATCH IMMOBILIER 33 (0)5.61.24.91.91

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.

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The property in more detail. The entrance hall The main front door opens onto a large reception area which seamlessly links the original farmhouse and the new barn conversion into one fabulous home. The entrance hall is generous enough in size to warrant being called a room in its own right. The dividing wall, between the lobby and the kitchen hosts an impressive collection of books displayed on a bespoke bookshelf. Facing the front door we see a contemporary staircase ascending to the first floor. There is plenty of room for boots and coats, and a downstairs cloakroom. The original farmhouse Double doors lead from the reception area into a small hall with a cloakroom. The breakfast kitchen The breakfast room houses the washing machine, a second dishwasher and an electric cooker. It has a cosy farmhouse feel, place for a breakfast table and is fitted with useful storage cupboards and worktops, and is plumbed for an American style fridge freezer. This is a useful room which, together with the sitting room and en-suite bedroom creates a self-contained apartment. The sitting room The property benefits from a second reception room, currently used as a television room and study, and with a window and a door to the courtyard. This room leads directly to the master suite. This is a lovely room in the winter months, being snug and cosy with the wood-burning stove. The downstairs master bedroom & ensuite This large bedroom is a fabulous room, with a window overlooking the courtyard and two French doors giving access to a private terrace. The ensuite bathroom has a double walk-in shower, a bathtub and two sinks. The bedroom and bathroom are luxurious, and include attractive original features such as a stone sink and oak beams. The barn conversion The reception area leads directly to a vast contemporary space, incorporating a fully fitted kitchen, a dining area and a sitting area. The kitchen The pristine, well designed kitchen has extensive storage and worktops, and a central island. It has an induction hob, two integrated ovens and warming drawer, with a built in dishwasher and refrigerator. The dining area The spacious dining area flows through from the kitchen to the main lounge. The main lounge This impressive area has a cathedral high ceiling reaching up to the mezzanine above. This open-plan room is filled with light from the south facing French doors which open directly onto the swimming pool terrace, giving far-reaching views over the valley below. The large sliding patio doors at the end of the lounge open onto a covered terrace which is ideal for al fresco dining. The first floor A contemporary bespoke oak staircase with stainless steel guardrails ascends to the spacious first-floor landing. This is a large mezzanine which overlooks the main reception area below, and gives access to three further en-suite bedrooms. Bedroom 1 A short hallway with fitted storage and a door to the ensuite bathroom gives access to a very large bedroom with fully fitted wardrobes. It has south and west-facing windows and an open view above the main lounge through high windows onto the garden. This room is particularly versatile as it was designed in a way that allows it to be easily divided or laid out differently, for example to create two separate rooms. The ensuite has a bath, walk in shower, double sinks and a west facing window. Bedroom 2 To the other side of the first floor landing bedroom 2 has a large west facing window with superb views. It has an ensuite shower room. Bedroom 3 This very large bedroom has two windows overlooking the courtyard, and a spacious ensuite shower room with a south-facing window looking out towards the Pyrenees and a Velux roof window. There is also a further room with a Velux roof window that was designed as a dressing room but has also been used as a bedroom for children. The garage and workshop The spacious stone garage can be accessed from the utility room or from the parking area. It houses the boiler and oil tank which supply underfloor heating to the entire ground floor, with radiators throughout the first floor. The underfloor heating is zoned, allowing different areas to be heated to different temperatures, and all radiators are fitted with thermostatic valves. The garage can accommodate a tractor and a car. It has a useful very large sink and both the garage and the adjacent workshop are fitted with extensive storage and workbenches. There is a mezzanine which provides additional storage above the workshop. The garden and terraces All of the terraces have external lighting and power points, and are laid out to offer shade at any time of the day. There are several outside taps and a solar shower. All rainwater is directed into the pond, or collected in storage tanks for watering plants.

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Lomagne Properties offers this amazing country property set in a peaceful location, in thecenter of its own 26 hectares. Approached via a private drive, flanked by a pound parklandgarden and meadows. The main house offers a comfortable three bed ensuite family homewith pleasant modern dining kitchen and two cosy and bright lounges, with amazingfireplace. The outbuildings give opportunities for all kinds of hobbies, from cars, crafts,keeping animals or hosting guests. The swimming pool, outdoor terraces and convertedattached barn (multi-use) make this a spacious home where everyone finds their place. A veryenjoyable and peaceful property. Location : in South West France, Department Gers, at 10 minutes from villagewith all amenities.Access: TGV- train station in Agen at 30 min., Airport Toulouse of Bordeaux(1h35)Layout: Total 285 m2Interieur : ground floor§ entrance hall - 14.90 m2§ living room - 31.70 m2 - oak parquet floor§ kitchen and dining room - 51 m2 - fitted - fireplace with wood burner -§ reception or dining room - - 34.80 m2 - large stone fireplace - ceilingheight 3.8m§ shower room - 5 m2 - washbasin shower - laundry§ separate WCFirst floor:§ bedroom 1 - 39.50 m2 - old fireplace - cupboard + shower room with WC§ study - 9.90 m2§ bedroom 2 - 33 m2 - old fireplace + dressing room + shower room -shower washbasin wc§ bedroom 3 - 55.80 m2 + shower room - shower, washbasin, wc +mezzanineOutbuildings:§ 83.40 m2 converted barn - boiler room in use as storage for special cars also used for party's§ 130,50 m2 - old stables - garage with workshop + identical 1st floor area§ 53.90 m2 and 32,50 m2 - carport§ 19,30 m2 room + machinery swimming poolLongere:§ room with old fireplace and sink in stone§ 9,20 m2 room 2§ 15,20 m2 room 3§ room 4§ 25,30 m2 covered terrace - sand on the ground§ 81 m2 large courtyard - sand floorExterior:o Fibre glass swimming pool 10 x 4m, chlorineo Terrain of 26 hectare (260.000 m2) = 64 acresCondition:o Double glazing wooden windowso Roof in very good conditiono Central heating heat exchange pump and gaz as a complemento Septic tank (non-compliant)Additional info:o Annual taxe fonciere: 1456 euroso 107 m2 greniero 34 m2 wine cellaro 32 m2 cellar Comments: Our properties have been carefully selected for their location, character and charm. A house is sold unfurnished unless mentioned in the description. Agency fees payable by the vendor. All measurements and distances are approximate. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website. Non contractual document.LOMAGNE PROPERTIES - EIRL Resi Limbeek - Mandataire Reseau Expertimo - RSAC 529 658 072 Montauban - France0033 (0) 7.60.85.21.76 - www.lomagne-properties.com EXPERTIMO est le leader français des réseaux dédiés aux mandataires expérimentés

This south facing property is in the heart of Lectoure, with five first floor double bedrooms, a ground floor bedroom, a shared family bathroom, main reception room and spacious kitchen. The property has the advantage of a walled garden, and a garage. With a spacious first floor balcony to add to its charm, this property is a rare opportunity to purchase a property in one of the most attractive medieval streets of Lectoure. Some updating is required but the property is perfectly habitable. Room Sizes Entrance hall: 17.79m2 Cloakroom + WC: 2.13m2 + 1.47m2 Garage/laundry room: 18.89m2 + 3.23m2 Downstairs bedroom/study/office: 12.52 (with a sink) Inner hallway to kitchen/reception: 7.39m2 Kitchen: 27.83m2 Reception Room: 22,62m2 First Floor Landing: 8.22m2 Bedroom 1: 15,92 (with access to balcony terrace) Balcony first floor (covered terrace/ access to balcony) : 12,03 Bedroom 2: 17,24m2 Bedroom 3 : 13,61m2 Bedroom 4 : 14,10m2 Bedroom 5: 17,27m2 (above the garage – as an extension) Bathroom : 7,80m2 (bathtub, sink, WC)

Dating from 1765, this delightful property, is well-presented throughout and with a wealth of period features, it offers light and spacious accommodation. Private terraced gardens, with long views to the Pyrenees, and a lock-up garage for two cars are rare assets in a village property. The entrance hall is an imposing space, leading to an elegant living room and dining room, which links directly with a well-appointed kitchen and breakfast area. From a half landing is a study or fourth bedroom, with a large bay window. Two small service rooms and hall, with a separate entrance from the street, give ready potential to create an independent apartment of about 70 m². On the first floor a master bedroom with its own shower room and dressing, whilst the two other bedrooms share a spacious family bathroom. All the above is to be found just outside the centre of a historic village that has life year-round and offers a range of services including a small general store with fresh bread delivery, café, pizzeria, post office, pharmacy, doctor, nurse, hairdresser, and a primary and nursery school.

About five kilometers from Saint-Clar, an hour from Toulouse and 45 minutes from Auch or Agen, this pretty stone residence, in a dominant position, offers an incredible 360° view of the rolling countryside, the Pyrenees and the charming little surrounding villages. In the heart of a wooded, landscaped and flowery park of approximately six hectares, this old traditional farm has been renovated with care and taste, respecting the authenticity of the place. Thus, the old tiles, the exposed stone walls, the large period fireplaces blend perfectly with a warm and classic decoration. => ON THE GROUND FLOOR: As in all traditional Gascon houses, the entrance opens onto a long typical corridor, tiled with terracotta, with high ceilings. * On the left side, you access: - a bright kitchen (32 m2) equipped with a fireplace, - a warm living room (47 m2) - a library office (29 m2) opening onto a south-facing terrace. * On the right side are: - the original barn has been transformed into a large dining room (78 m2), dominated by a mezzanine converted into a cozy lounge. A large bay window opens onto a large south-east facing terrace. - a large bedroom adjoining a bathroom (45 m2) - a professional kitchen (61 m2) fully equipped and up to standard => UPSTAIRS: There are seven rooms of different sizes (from 10 to 35 m2), with Adjoining bathrooms, some with mezzanine beds, which are served by the same corridor as on the ground floor. The charming owners welcome many families and groups of friends every year, coming from all over the world. This place has benefited from a beautiful restoration over the last thirty-five years. You will therefore find a very pleasant atmosphere there, enhanced by underfloor heating throughout the house, double-glazed frames (in PVC and aluminum, except for the magnificent arched glass roof at the entrance). The roof has been completely remodeled and insulated. The all-water tank will need to be brought up to standard, depending on the use you make of this property. The site also makes it easy to accommodate the public: parking lots and paths have been created to allow tourists and nature enthusiasts to walk in this veritable green setting. On site, you will also find beautiful terraces, several outbuildings (in wood, metal, stone) which could be used as classrooms, conferences, training courses, shows, sports, cinema... as well as a greenhouse, a well, a space dedicated to permaculture. This place is absolutely magnificent for all those who are looking for a new life in the heart of nature... whatever your project: family, professional, educational or cultural. Indeed, it is an ideal place to recharge your batteries and savor the simple and authentic pleasures of life in the countryside. Bruno & Marie knew how to make it a real meeting place, where all cultures rubbed shoulders and connected and where we left amazed by everything we discovered there. Do you already have a great project in mind? Perhaps we can offer to register it in this inspired and inspiring place? So, don't hesitate to contact us at 00336.52.41.91.24 or 00336.86.85.22.28... We will be delighted to accompany you in this brand new chapter of your life! Les honoraires d'agence sont à la charge de l'acquéreur, soit 3,54% TTC du prix hors honoraires. Les informations sur les risques auxquels ce bien est exposé sont disponibles sur le site Géorisques : www. georisques. gouv. fr. ** ENGLISH SPEAKERS: please note that Capifrance has an international department that can help with translations. To see our range of 20,000 properties for sale in France, please visit our Capifrance website directly. We look forward to finding your dream home!

In the heart of the valleys of Gascony, discover this old castle with its tower probably dating from the 15th century. Specializing in events (mainly weddings, ceremonies, seminars and guest rooms) this exceptional property located in an enchanting and peaceful setting within a park of approximately 4.5 hectares has been developing increasing activity since 2003. *** High profitability *** with no obligation to resume activity. The 1067 m² of buildings will allow you to reconcile private life and professional activity if you wish on a living space of 997 m². On the private side, you can preserve your privacy thanks to a separate entrance, an equipped kitchen, large living room and dining room opening onto a private courtyard. Upstairs, you will enjoy a 56 m² master suite with dressing room, mezzanine and bathroom as well as 2 very spacious bedrooms with bathroom, all opening onto a large terrace. The guest rooms, classified 3 ears, are 4 double rooms, 2 of which are on the garden level and a family suite made up of 2 double rooms. A warm entrance opens onto a large living room, of more than 100 m², with an open stone fireplace, with a veranda to the South. Through a charming glass entrance called the Orangerie, you will access a reception room of approximately 280 m² in accordance with current standards, which can accommodate up to 200 guests, with bar, dance floor and equipped catering kitchen (cold room and independent entrance) . You could also develop the table d'hôtes activity or create a restaurant. An independent gîte of 80 m², resembling a large dormitory, will allow you to accommodate around ten guests. A swimming pool with its gazeos (a sort of hut in the Pacific), a tennis court, building areas, century-old trees adorn this magnificent green park with a carefully maintained Tuscan feel. A space for your horses has been created with boxes and a sandy career. Isolated in the park, an adorable wooden chalet can be rented separately. A 22 m² boutique offers local products, jewelry and crafts for sale on site but also for delivery. A barn will house the cars (or garden party). A 1300 m² illuminated car park has recently been redone. In this bucolic setting, this domain in a dominant position is ideally located 15 minutes from Auch and 7 minutes from Vic-Fezensac, shops, doctors, cultural and sporting activities, festive events (Tempo Latino, Salsa, Férias). About 1 hour from Blagnac airport. Some figures on the Chartreuse de Dane business: -70% occupancy rate of guest rooms -opening over 8 months -35 events per year - weddings every weekend from April to October with privatization of the possible domain. - several formulas offered (ranging from complete privatization to the simple formula) Some technical information: Property tax: 3814 Euros. Oil central heating and partial air conditioning. Current consumption 2000l L / year. Current electricity consumption 4300 euros per year. DPE reamis before the work. Solar panels (20 of 9kwatts) Change of swimming pool liner (12X6) in 2021 Insulating aluminum shutters 2021 and PVC windows Roofs with a surface area of 700 m² redone in 2022. Work in 2022 on the 300 m² of facades overlooking the park. Sanitation and electricity up to standards. Les honoraires d'agence sont à la charge de l'acquéreur, soit 2,56% TTC du prix hors honoraires. Le Diagnostic de Performance Énergétique(DPE) a été réalisé selon une méthode valable mais non fiable et non-opposable. Les informations sur les risques auxquels ce bien est exposé sont disponibles sur le site Géorisques : www. georisques. gouv. fr. ** ENGLISH SPEAKERS: please note that Capifrance has an international department that can help with translations. To see our range of 20,000 properties for sale in France, please visit our Capifrance website directly. We look forward to finding your dream home!

Rarely does an opportunity like this arise – a property spanning over 36 hectares, boasting a remarkable environment that promises unparalleled tranquility and immersion in nature. The stone and half-timbered house, meticulously renovated and offering 318 m² of living space, commands views over a picturesque 60-hectare lake, a hillside gem known for its fishing and adorned with an ornithological observatory. The residence comprises: - Two spacious living rooms, - A well-appointed kitchen, strategically positioned between the main living area, a generous covered terrace, and a charming pergola, - Two ground-floor bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, - Three additional bedrooms upstairs, two of which boast adjacent shower rooms or bathrooms. Accessible via independent outdoor entrances, another bedroom with a shower room and a gym with a sauna provide additional comfort and convenience. Designed to maximize outdoor living and capture the breathtaking vistas of Gascon valleys, the lake, and the Pyrenees, the property offers an array of relaxation spots: - An observation area near the lake, - A cozy terrace featuring a hammock zone, - A poolside terrace, - A breakfast nook sheltered by a pergola draped with wisteria, - An east-facing covered terrace, - A south-facing brazier area, - A spacious covered terrace to the north, - A spa retreat, - A petanque court. Completing the house are a scullery, technical room, boiler room, and a double garage. The 12x5m heated swimming pool features a poolhouse and ample space for sun loungers. Nestled close to Lupiac, the birthplace of d'Artagnan, and a stone's throw from Marciac, the renowned Gers capital of jazz, and Vic-Fezensac, celebrated for its ferias and the Tempo Latino festival, this property epitomizes the perfect retreat for year-round relaxation and tranquility. For further details and additional photos, please don't hesitate to contact me. The fees are the responsibility of the seller. Les informations sur les risques auxquels ce bien est exposé sont disponibles sur le site Géorisques : www. georisques. gouv. fr. ** ENGLISH SPEAKERS: please note that Capifrance has an international department that can help with translations. To see our range of 20,000 properties for sale in France, please visit our Capifrance website directly. We look forward to finding your dream home!

IDEAL HORSE OWNER - multiple boxes and paddocks with shelters - barn - storage tunnel - agricultural shed - indoor stable - the whole is perfectly maintained and completely QUIET. Old house of 179m² of living space with on the ground floor a beautiful entrance leading to the kitchen, living room, lounge, 2 bedrooms, one with shower, bathroom, toilet and laundry room. The terrace offers a magnificent VIEW OF THE PYRENEES to relax in complete tranquility. More beds are available with 2 air-conditioned mobile homes and 1 studio upstairs. The facilities are dedicated to welcoming horses and the location is superb. No work required, amenities and motorway 20 minutes by car, Toulouse-Blagnac Airport 1 hour. IDEAL FOR PONY BREEDING

Residential leisure park - In Gascony, halfway between Auch and Agen, we present to you a very beautiful property oriented towards tourist and event reception. It offers up to around 52 beds divided into 10 independent chalets on 4 hectares surrounded by nature. Also on site, a pleasant 240 m² residential house, a 110 m² reception room, a 12 x 6 m swimming pool and numerous relaxation areas. The calm and serenity make this place a true haven of peace. 40 km from Agen airport and 30 minutes from the A62 motorway.

Dated 1815, this elegant domain is on a perfect spot with great views over the rolling Gascon countryside. Ideally suited for permanent or holiday home for a large family or several generations, having the independent guest cottages available. As these are slightly set away from the main house, they could be rented out commercially. Situated on top of the hill with many centenarian trees of different species around the house, the total land of over 5ha, offers you a large orchard, many trees planted about 30 years ago and a parcel of old oak woodland. From here unspoiled views to the East, South and North. The main house offers elegant and light reception rooms, with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms and structurally in great condition, but a future owner would need to budget for updating the decoration. In this main building, there is a separate caretakers/staff accommodation available as well. The Old Winery, contains 2 self-contained guest houses (72 and 78 m²), ready to move into. In between a large communal playroom and storeroom. All perfectly renovated and can be used year-round due to its high end central heating system. In its basement large garages for cars or workshop. Further small limestone outbuildings and on top of that a 500 m² metal barn to store tractors or whatever one wants. Light, bright, quality and super location are the keywords. This could be your long-desired opportunity to change your lifestyle and become part of us happy few enjoying life in Gascony. Don’t miss it!

In a word, this property is all about the VIEWS. Built in a raised position and dominating the landscape, this imposing country home is positioned to admire the sweep of fields and woodland. The mellow stone walls embrace the sunsets and as is clear from the photographs that illustrate this advert, provide an ever-changing tableau of colour. The skies up here are vast. The owner shares a collection of photographs from over the years. Each one depicts a different and dramatic sunset, the colours never quite the same, all with vibrant flashes of pink, oranges, purple and red. There is a wild timelessness about this view, as it stretches far into the distance without the interruption or another house or building. Sitting on the gravel terrace and looking down at the sweep of the valley, there is a sensation of being on the rim of the world. The beloved country estate of the same family for many years, the property was a retreat to which the owner could invite friends from Paris, principally to party, and in later years to live full-time. This property was the dream of one man, who like the Great Gatsby, developed his home around his own desire for comfort, space, luxury and amusement. The rooms are vast. If you like to spread out, there isn’t a risk of ever feeling cramped here. There are some quirky remnants, the vestiges of another world. This is possibly the only property you will ever find with two 1970s bathtubs in one bathroom, positioned to view a TV screen, and with place for the bottle of Champagne. The property does not take itself too seriously, except in the serious business of space and fun. The walls are full of pictures of parties held there, and interesting people who came to feast and dance. As with all properties that are firmly rooted in another time, and place, it is fixed in time, and with regards to the bathrooms, and carpets, new owners will need to rip away the décor of the 1970s, the personality of the previous owners, and expose the bare bones of the property.The bones are good. The rooms are vast, and the property designed around a central courtyard and a long internal gallery. Some of the rooms have a more traditional feel than others, with fine terracotta floor tiles, and stone walls. Other rooms will most likely want to shed their carpets and cladding. There is a mix of styles; traditional Gascon manor house, Spanish villa, or perhaps in parts something slightly Moresque about the woodwork and the detail of the fret work. A second much older cottage sits at the entrance of the property, far removed from the main house, and provides perfect guest accommodation, or home for a guardian. Let’s begin our tour with a look at the main house The formal entrance to the property opens onto a large gallery hallway which in turn opens onto a central courtyard. The family prefer to use the kitchen entrance daily. The Kitchen The kitchen is the heart of the house, divided into three separate zones, this large and spacious room has a breakfast table, a formal dining area, and has a cosy workspace at the far end with an oven range and ceramic tiles. If you were to ask which part of the house is the most traditional, then without a doubt it is the kitchen. With thick oak beams running across the ceiling, a decorative stone sink, and a choice of traditional fixtures and fittings, this is a Gascon kitchen worthy of any French country home. Currently filled with a lifetime of bits and pieces, there is nothing minimalistic about this room, by any stretch of the imagination, and yet it still manages to feel spacious. The kitchen opens in turn both onto the internal hallway to the formal entrance and to the central reception room. This vast living space, with its fireplace, has views to the gardens through tall French windows along the full length of the room. This is a tremendous space in which to party or sit by the fire in a smaller committee. It is a family living space, incorporating an occasional study desk, and various sitting areas. In summer the windows are thrown open to the terrace, and to the fabulous view towards the vast stretch of horizon and the woodland beyond. Besides the main reception room, there is a second study or library, which in turns opens out to a downstairs bedroom and bathroom. The master suite encompasses a huge amount of surface area, with the infamous bathroom, which is spacious enough to dance in, not to mention its two bathtubs… The master bedroom is equally generous in size. Future occupants to the property might wish to rethink how the rooms are used. There is certainly more than enough space to play around with. The master bathroom could perhaps become a bedroom with an ensuite. It is certainly spacious enough. The property was designed so that the sleeping accommodation is almost entirely reserved for Monsieur and Madame, with guests retiring to the cottage at the bottom of the garden. All rooms are on the ground floor. There are no stairs; each room flowing to the next in circular fashion around a central terrace, like a Riyad. There is a guest cloak room behind a decorative wooden door in the main hallway. The Guest Accommodation At the entrance to the cottage, there is a large guest cottage, with a kitchen, living room, three bedrooms and two bathrooms. This cottage was once the original building on the plot and is rustic in style with much smaller rooms, steps and stairs between levels and a quirky layout. The Pool There is a swimming pool and an outbuilding for storage next to the pool, with a covered terrace for summer dining. The pool has not been used recently and will need to be filled again and put back into service. There are lovely views from the pool and it sits at a good distance from the main house.

This lovely old stone property has belonged to the same family for generations. With a walled garden with a pool, and stunning views over the Gascon countryside, this spacious Gascon manor house occupies an enviable position high up on the ramparts. Its central village location ensures easy access on foots to the local shops, restaurants, and tea-rooms. With several generations of the same family owning the property, we were touched by the family history recounted by the current owner. She tells how her father used to pass by the house every day as a schoolboy, from the farm where he lived, and would always vow to himself: “one day this house’ will be mine!” Such was the power of his manifestation, that some years later, as a young man, he purchased the house for his wife and family. One can easily imagine how inspiring this house might be to a child, sitting in one of the most unusual and enviable places in the village, and so impressive in size. We hope that we can find a new owner for this property, who will be just as delighted and excited by this acquisition. Let’s look at the property in more detail: The original front door opens from the street, onto an impressive 44m2 central hallway. With a door to the rear end of the hallway, opening on the garden, the hallway gives access to each of the reception-rooms. To the left of the main door, there is a large 45m2 reception-room, filled with light from the French doors that open onto a raised terrace, and with a view over the surrounding countryside and gardens. This raised terrace area is one of the property’s most lovely features. Along the hallway, next to the main reception-room, there are two bedrooms on the ground-floor both with a fireplace. To the far right of the hallway there is a lovely room with wooden panels and decorative lead windows. This room was used as a music room, or a formal dining room, and overlooks the garden. The kitchen is positioned close to the main entrance, close to the grand staircase. It is the heart and hub of the house. The kitchen is typical of a bygone era, with space for a large dining table Infront of the fire, and despite its rather dated appearance, full of charm. There is a door from the kitchen to the street. There is also a separate cloakroom and lavatory in the main entrance. Behind the kitchen there is ample space for storage in a rear cellar, where the boiler is situated. In days gone by this section of the property was fondly nicknamed “The Shop” or “Le Magasin” by the family, because it was so spacious and with so many shelves, anything practical required here could be found in this area of the house. A graceful staircase ascends to the first floor, where we find a mirror image of the grand hallway below. This property is truly a fine family home, with five double bedrooms on the first floor, each with a bathroom. The previous owner built each of his daughters a bathroom. Three of these bedrooms have their own individual character and secret treasures, with each room opening out into a “secret” room behind. The perfect house for children to lose themselves in, with a game of Hide and Seek. On the second floor, there is a large attic. This spreads across the entire top floor, and could potentially provide additional space for conversion, relevant planning permissions permitting. Below the large garden terrace there is a garage and additional storage area.

This elegant Chartreuse style property was once known locally as Le Château. It is easy to see why with its elegant architecture, its high ceilings and lovely ornate features; such as its intricate glass paneled doorways, its lovely fireplaces, original turning staircase and wrought iron balcony which is accessed from the main reception-room and overlooks the park. With three spacious reception-rooms, a double kitchen/dining-room and three ensuite upstairs bedrooms, the property has the undeniable charm throughout. In spite its elegance - this property feels completely “manageable” and has a warmth and cosiness with which we all fell in love, here at BLISS. The property is conveniently located being within easy driving-distance of Condom. It has a large garden, ensuring complete privacy.

If you are looking for a property without frills or fuss, with clean lines, spacious light-filled rooms, and a pristine finish, then this could be the property for you. Located within easy reach of the much beloved market-town of Lectoure, this rural haven offers a tranquil and restful retreat from the world. The property is situated at the end of a rural and private lane with neighbouring fields to each side, and sits in an elevated position overlooking the farmer’s bucolic woodlands to the rear; a canopy of mature trees encircling the plot. The gardens are neatly presented, with contrasting areas of woodland and landscaped areas. The lawns encircle a smart poolside terrace, decked with sun-loungers and bordered by a variety of roses, bushes and herbs. Neatly clipped pathways lead to the house both to the main entrance and to the terraces to the side, where vast bay windows overlooking the gardens from the kitchen and the reception-room. Tall and gracious trees provide an additional architectural interest to the garden. From the outside, the property has maintained the classic air of a traditional maison de maitre with its lovely stone façade. It features a stone and wood carpark and a total of five parking spaces. Inside, there an unexpected modern twist. The main hallways opens onto a vast open-plan area comprising the kitchen, dining-room and main reception-room with a vast insert log-burner. Large sliding glass doors that slot into the outer walls of the property can be pulled back to “open” the kitchen and reception rooms “out” onto the garden, creating a seamless indoor/outdoor space in the summer months, with views to the pool. An internal hallway on the ground-floor leads to a spacious and beautifully appointed bedroom with storage cupboards. A second downstairs bedroom is currently used as a study with French doors to the gardens. With access from the same hallway, there is a large a bathroom with a corner bath and spacious shower, a separate lavatory, a vast laundry-room and a boiler-room. With separate access from the garden, the current owner has converted an outbuilding into a peaceful artist’s studio. With a large bay-window ensuring a joyous flow of light into the room, this area is the perfect place in which to meditate; where creative souls can set to work, whether that be with an easel, a kiln or a quill. It is possible to create a gîte or set up an independent business. Returning now to the house, let’s take a look upstairs : A modern open-plan staircase leads to the first-floor landing which has lovely views over the lower ground-floor of the property; almost as though one were standing on the upper deck of a modern boat and looking down, sunlight zinging through the property in every direction. A large internal space at the top of the stairs on the first floor is used as an upstairs reception-room. In addition to this relaxing and private upstairs living-area, there are three comfortable bedrooms, one of which has its own dressing-room and private It has a private shower room with wc and another with a large storage cupboard. There is also an additional shower-room with wc, shared by the other two bedrooms. The house is presented in pristine condition from top to bottom. The rooms are tastefully decorated, mostly in shades of white; the occasional rear wall being wall-papered to the highest standard. The property is functional, with lots of storage space, and the comfort of a large downstairs bathroom and two upstairs shower-rooms. With five main bedrooms (all doubles) and a second private reception-room upstairs, and a separate outdoor artist’s studio, there are plenty of areas in which to work from home, or to find a quiet area in which to concentrate, albeit the main “hub” of the house is open-plan. The property also has a storage area, and a covered area linking the house and artist’s studio.

French 5 hectare property nestled in the valleys of the Gers with a 12th century castle. Château carefully renovated in 2008 to preserve and highlight the old elements. A large entrance of 22m2 opens on one side onto a large living room with vaulted stone arch and impressive fireplace and on the other side overlooks the dining room and the hallway opening onto the kitchen below. Upstairs, 4 bedrooms, three of which have their adjoining bathroom and toilet. Two of the rooms open onto the towers, their original vaulted arched ceilings and their 13th century sculptures. Outside, century-old plane trees shade the facade of the house in summer. Further on, behind the shelter and the garage is a 140m2 Gascon house to rehabilitate. It has 3 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, a dining room and a kitchen. The 18 x 5 swimming pool is located in front of the house surrounded by a large shaded terrace. A lake with spring and a well complete this beautiful 5 hectare property. 5 minutes from a village with all amenities and one hour from Toulouse. English Beautiful XIII century castle nestled at the end of a long private drive in the Gers, also known as the French Tuscany. Century old plane trees shade the arrival to the large front porch and the entrance. Entry hall is 22sqm2 and on one side is a living room with pointe de hongrie floors, an imposing fireplace and stone arches. French doors lead out to another terrace. On the other side of the large entry is the dining room and stair access to the downstairs kitchen. The kitchen has been renovated respecting the style of the rest of the chateau and has a terrace as well for outside dining. Upstairs a 32sqm2 luminous hall is perfect for exposing art. 4 spacious bedrooms of which two overlook the towers with their stone arches and stone XIII century sculptures. Next to the chateau is a typical Gascony farmhouse that needs to be rehabilitated. It has 3 bedrooms, two living rooms, kitchen and dining room. The 18x5 pool is adjacent to the farmhouse. Private lake with a spring and well the entire property on 5 hectares of land/12,000 acres. 1 hour from Toulouse, La Ville Rose; 1 1/2 to the ski slopes and 2 1/2 hours to the Atlantic coast. Nearest amenities 5km.