So the renovation is finally completed after 15 months or so. And here is the news.
This sympathetically renovated and unique stone built property is now for sale. It is also offered privately so there is no estate agent's commission and that means 6-8% less than the asking price in the estate agents window.
The house offers in excess of 200m2 of habitable space and rests on a fenced garden (landscaped, planted and recently seeded for a new lawn) of 1760m2.
The property is located in a small hamlet in the Southern Gironde on the northerly edge of the Landes forest, 2-3 km from the village of Villandraut in South West France. It is a quiet, peaceful and undisturbed area from a time past. The forest which is criss crossed by small rivers and streams is all around and can be enjoyed within a few yards from the front door. The famous Bordeaux vineyards of Graves and Sauternes are only 10km or so away as are the principal town of Langon and the medieval bastide of Bazas (famous for its high quality beef which was featured in Rick Stein's television program).
The grand city of Bordeaux with its international airport is about a 50 minute drive and the ocean with its sand dunes and superb beaches are of a similar distance. The famous Victorian resort of Arcachon and its bay are within an hour and the Pyrenees mountains a little over 2 hours away. It is a wonderful location in a natural haven also renowned for its authentic cuisine, wonderful restaurants and outdoor activities.
From just the original stone walls of an old country inn, the house has been extensively renovated with quality materials, modern insulation and fittings, (read the complete story here) - all is new and up to date including the plumbing and electricity - there is no major work to do at all. The house offers 3 very large bedrooms which are 18m2, 27.5m2 and 30m2. There is a new fully fitted kitchen (27.5m2) with granite worktops and this includes a range of integrated appliances (oven, hob, dishwasher, washing machine and fridge freezer, all built-in).
No expense has been spared because simply speaking the house deserved it. The fireplace in the living room (28m2) is superb and there is a high quality Godin wood burner to provide additional warmth in winter. The dining room of 24m2 with its double height ceiling and overlooking mezanine is a pleasure to dine in with a feeling of spaciousnes. The large bathroom of around 7m2 with fitted unit and corner bath is also of a similar quality to the fitted kitchen. The downstairs floors are a mix of old girondine tiles and gerfloor (a practical solution). Upstairs there are solid pine floorboards, exposed stone walls and wonderful carpentry to adore. There is also a large mezzanine (30m2 +) with its chestnut banister and exposed carpentry; suitable for an office or a large play area. The house is a gem and welcomes from every angle with a rustic charm. In fact the photos say it all and those viewing will not be disappointed.
The final job of rendering just under the roof is scheduled to be completed in the first week of may and has already been paid for.
So what is the price? - 328k euros excluding notaires fees and taxes. It is worth it without doubt. You can contact us by email or telephone 0033 (0) 556 255156 for further details.
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