Country House and Guest Gite

Charming old stone Farmhouse / fermette comprising original stone farmhouse converted into two cottages, spacious main house with 4 bedrooms built on the ruins of an old stone barn, small stone outbuilding for restoration and garage, all set in around 4869 m2 of pretty grounds with private pool (9m x 6m) on the edge of a small village with shop and restaurant just 15 minutes West of the popular market town of Sarlat in the Perigord Noir of the Dordogne.

The current owners have recently refurbished the south-facing main house which has around 145 m2 of living space. On the ground floor is a central hallway with wooden stairs leading to the first floor landing (12m2), a large living room with fireplace and insert wood burning stove (27m2), a large open plan kitchen/dining room (30m2) with adjoining utility room and door to outside (7m2). All the rooms have tiled floors, large south-facing windows and lovely views over the gardens, pool and beyond to the village and a famous chateau.

On the first floor is a central landing with large fitted linen cupboard (12m2) off which is one bedroom (16m2), a corridor to the right leading to the main bedroom with en-suite shower room and fitted wall-to-ceiling wardrobes (22m2); to the left are two more good-sized bedrooms (13m2, 12m2) and a family shower room (4.5m2).

All the bedrooms are south facing, have either carpet or laminated flooring, and splendid far-reaching views. The house has a newly installed oil-fired central heating system, new plumbing and has been recently rewired.

The original stone farmhouse has been converted into one 3-bedroom cottage and one 1-bedroom cottage, each with their own private terrace and garden and south facing views. Both cottages have electric heating, each with their own hot water tanks and are fully furnished and equipped.

In the larger of the two cottages, with West-facing entrance is an open-plan living area with American style fitted kitchen, beautiful old fireplace, wood floor and stairs to the first floor (44m2) where there are three bedrooms (12m2, 10m2, 9m2) and a shower room (7m2).

In the 1-bedroom cottage is a south-facing living area with corner kitchen and old fireplace ((25m2) and new wood stairs to the first floor bedroom (10m2) and bathroom (6m2), old wood floors throughout.

Between the main house and the old farmhouse is a small woodshed recently re-roofed (5m2)

To the left of the main house is an old stone outbuilding used for storage which may have been a farmworker's lodging in the past as there is still an old stone sink and fireplace.

Directly in front of the buildings is a large terrace which was built on the ruins of an old house, under which is a large stone garage, probably originally the basement of the ruined stone house, and now used to house the pool pump and garden tools and machinery.

Down from the terrace are steps to the private enclosed pool area with original well (8 metres deep) and free-form pool with roman steps, diving well and paving around, a really great space to swim, read, or just relax in perfect peace and quiet in lovely surroundings.

An opening in the well-maintained hedge surrounding the pool area leads to a large enclosed park landscaped with ornamental and fruit trees (apples, pears, cherries, plums, nectarine, fig, walnut, chestnut, vines) and well kept lawn... plenty of open space to play badminton, table tennis, or just let small children play.

At the entrance to the property is a large grassed area with mature trees providing shaded parking for a number of cars.

This property is extremely charming and well maintained, with comfortable accommodation for both the owners and for their guests in the cottages. All over the property are wonderful gardens on different levels with a mix of mature trees, flowering shrubs, flower beds, pot plants, climbing plants and vines... a really lovely property to live or stay.

The owners have built a thriving rental business and choose to be open from mid May to mid September with 50% return visitors, but with central heating the property could take all-year-round rentals.

The property is located in a charming hamlet of three or four houses on the edge of a pretty village with shop, baker, cafe/bar/restaurant, post office and a range of numerous events during the year, all in walking distance of the property.

Facilities: mains water et electricity (2 separate metres for main house et cottages), newly installed conform septic tank (7000 litre), oil-fired central heating for the main house (1250 litre oil tank), electric in the cottages, partial double glazing, natural well (8m deep), chlorine-filtered pool with alarm (9m x 6m with diving well), garage. ADSL broadband, WIFI.

Estimated Notary fees 33,100 euros

Tax Fonciere 977 euros a year.

Area:

Living area 240 m2 approx.

Surface total 260 m2

Living room 27 m2 approx.

Terrace 50 m2 approx.

Garage 40 m2 approx.

Features: swimming pool, parking space, garage, garden, terrace, Fitted kitchen, fireplace, Outbuilding(s), cellar, courtyard, Dormer-roofed rooms, Spacious bedrooms, stone construction, Totally renovated, Guest gite, Garden with trees, Enclosed garden, Original features, Parking, Wardrobes, Near shops, Near schools, Quiet area, Rural.

The department of Dordogne has some very nice property and much to offer in terms of location, with houses situated in the many striking villages found amid the rolling hills. Some villages and towns are considered so picturesque that they are categorised as Les Plus Beaux Villages de France (the most beautiful villages in France). Walkers will delight in the rolling countryside of Dordogne and there is a wonderful feeling of space here. From your Dordogne property it is easy to find peace and quiet off the beaten track in the hills, woodlands and forests.

The Dordogne River is one of the reasons why this area is a popular choice for visitors. There's nothing better than to hire a canoe and explore it for yourself. Many locations can only be seen from the water and you can make your own enjoyable voyage. On the journey you are sure to uncover lovely beaches, which make ideal locations for swimming, sunbathing and paddling. Why not have a day trip from your Dordogne property? all you will need to do is pack a picnic and away you go.

The Dordogne region of south-west France is one of the most beautiful and popular destinations in the country. Visitors to this beautiful region of France discover many chateaux, beautiful medieval towns and villages, unspoiled countryside and prehistoric caves.

In addition to its castles, chateaux, churches, bastides and cave fortresses, the region has preserved from centuries past a number of wonderful villages which still have their market halls, dovecotes, tories (stone huts), churches, abbeys and castles. Saint-Leon-sur-Vezere, Connezac, Saint-Jean-de-Cole, La Roque-Gageac and many others are real jewels of architecture. As for the old quarters of Perigueux or Bergerac, restored and developed into pedestrian areas, they have regained their former charm.

The famous caves of Lascaux have been closed to the public, but a replica of Lascaux II is open to visitors and is a major tourist attraction. Perigueux has important Roman ruins, including an arena which is still visible inside a public park located near the town centre.

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