Renovated Farmhouse with Pool

Restored spacious Farmhouse in the Haute Garonne, this beautifully renovated farm is located right in the middle of the Haute Garonne, where in the valley, the river Save winds its way between the fields full of sunflowers and meadows with cows and horses.

The House, situated on a plot of nearly 7 hectares, is located on a quiet country road, on top of a hill, providing you with views of this lovely farmland and the mighty Pyrenees on the horizon. The House has several terraces from which you can enjoy all this beauty as well as a veranda for outdoor living in summer.

This farm has a living space of more than 300 m2 and has been renovated with great care. By entering the house through the double front door, you can't miss the authentic oak staircase at the end of the hall. The spacious salon (50 m 2) complete with exposed beams and a beautiful large fireplace with fitted wood burner gives you a feeling of real countrylife.

On the other side of the Hall is the spacious country kitchen complete with chimney (could easily feature in a lifestyle magazine). Everywhere there are beautiful red tiles which give the Interior a typically rural character.

The ground floor has under floor heating (Gas), giving you comfortable warmth in the winter. In the summer it is exceptionally cool in the house, due to the thick ancient walls and the double glazing. On this floor there is also a nice bedroom with an en suite Bathroom. There is also a guest bathroom with 2 showers and a toilet, a pantry, two storage spaces and a workshop (all very spacious). In addition to the veranda is an attached garage (18.2 m2).

On the first floor you will find, next to a spacious bedroom and a toilet area, a number of halfopen sleeping quarters too, of which various bedrooms can be made. The floor is covered with beautiful wooden floorboards. The upper floor is reachable by two stairs from the inside and by an additional staircase on the outside. This creates the possibility for the creation of a Gite or a B&B on this part of the house.

Outside you will find a beautifully shaped swimming pool (16m x 10m) with a terrace where you can enjoy the French Sun. But you can also find delicious shady spots under the different types of trees and fruit trees, which were selected with great care. The meadows and the presence of water also make it possible to keep horses on these grounds. A part of the meadow is crossed by a lovely treelined stream and there is even a source.

The farm is part of a small village where the enthusiastic inhabitants regularly organize several activities including the 'Fetes de village'. The immediate vicinity of the house lends itself to beautiful walks where you can enjoy the glorious nature and rural views. Down in the Valley is a tiny pebble beach and a waterfall where children can paddle. This region offers you a variety of History, Art and Culture such as castles, abbeys, museums, markets etc. A few kms away at the local bakery of a neighbouring village you can go for freshly baked bread and croissants every morning (the most delicious local produce according to the current owner).

In l'Isle en Dodon, (5 km) you will find everything you need on a practical level, such as doctors, pharmacy, shops, restaurants, not to mention the vibrant regional market on Saturday. In the vicinity there are also various possibilities for, canoeing, golf, horse riding and tennis. Toulouse (Airport) is a 50minute drive away. The Pyrenees (where you can go skiing and canoeing and hiking etc.) and Spain are over an hour's drive.

In short: A paradise in the countryside of South West France that can be seen immediately.

Equipment Details: Mains electricity, Mains water, Septic tank, Wood burner, Garden, Garage, Parking Lot, Swimming Pool, View, Mountains, Land, Land for horses.

The Department of Haute-Garonne, despite its ever growing population, still boasts beautiful scenery of undulating hills and valleys.

The region as a whole is a popular choice for an active holiday and the Haute-Garonne is ideal for mountainous activities including biking and walking and of course skiing during the winter. The department has four ski resorts.

If religious buildings are of some interest then the Haute-Garonne will not disappoint. Sites including the Toulouse basilica, the Saint Bertrand-de-Comminges cathedral and the Saint-Just basilica of Valcabrere are on the door-step.

Gascony plays a big part in the department and dishes are based on goose fat or oil flavoured with garlic, shallots, and spices. Goose and duck farms produce foie gras, which is then sold fresh or made into pate and terrines. Nothing is wasted, and the rest of the bird is made into confits, preserves used to make stew and soups.

Life in the mountain villages and farms of the Pyrenees has remained largely unchanged. Their southern climate means that it can be warm and sunny from as early as February. Roads are good and generally well sign-posted, although snow lies on the higher peaks until May and some of the highest passes may be closed. The climate is a cross between Atlantic Maritime and Mediterranean.

Toulouse is France's fourth biggest city and has a very lively atmosphere with a strong student presence. Stroll around the historic centre, walking alongside the Garonne and the Canal du Midi, or stop in one of the many pavement cafes for a delicious cup of coffee.

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