Beautiful estate with Manoir, barn, 2 cottages, pools and tennis on 1,7 ha land

Property summary

The domain is situated in the beautiful Périgord Vert on the outskirts of a small hamlet. The impressive Manor (built in 1717) and large, attached barn together with the two fully furnished cottages are situated around a romantic, secluded court yard with a huge chestnut tree and fountain as striking features. This ensemble is located on a rocky outcrop with nice views on a lovely bordering valley.

Lay-out of accommodations

Maison de Maître (465 m²)

This characteristic manor has been largely renovated in 2001 and has on the ground floor (145 m²):  Entrance hall, salon annex library, large open kitchen area with a monumental mantel piece, scullery , toilet and  laundry with connecting doors to court yard and barn. On the 1^st floor (155 m²) you’ll find: beautiful landing, 3 large bedrooms with 3 en-suite bathrooms, 2 studies/bedrooms and connecting corridor. On the 2^nd floor one finds: a large attic area (165 m²), presently used for storage and divided into three sections, with a newly timbered roof with 4 new skylights (Velux-windows). The manor has exposed beams, terra cotta tiles and authentic wooden floor panels and is completely centrally heated; 6 rooms have original open fireplaces. Further there is a large terrace at the rear of the house with stone BQ and several herb and plant beds.

Barn (155 m²)

Large open space with mezzanine (155 m²) for parking cars and storage. Built-in there is a closed section with tool shop, wine cave and facilities: new fuel-fired central heating system (Viessmann 2001), oil reservoir of 2000 lt. and descaling unit.

2 Stone cottages (total 200 m²)

The former outbuildings, belonging to the Manor have been radically renovated and transformed into two spacious and comfortable cottages with many original features like heavily beamed rooms and exposed stonework. Most furniture and inventory  have been recently renewed and are included in the purchase price. The cottages have wood-burning stoves and electrical heating units. Both cottages can easily be joined into one large house.

Cottage 1 (115 m², sleeps 6)

This very spacious cottage borders the court yard at the rear; at the front it has a large private garden with fruit trees. Downstairs you will find three bedrooms, separated by the bathroom with bath, shower and toilet. Upstairs there is a large living room with a nice Danish stove and a cosy open kitchen/dining are.

Cottage 2 (85 m², sleeps 5)

This attractive and intimate cottage also borders the court of the manor house and has a large secluded garden with great views on the bordering valley. Apart from the bathroom with bath, shower and toilet there are three bedrooms  on the ground floor. Upstairs you will find a heavily beamed spacious living room with Danish stove and an open kitchen area.

Constructional quality

All houses have been completely renovated, well maintained and can directly be moved into.

Land

A fine plot of land of 1,7 ha (4 acres) consists of  a variety of park, rolling pastures,  forest and many luxuriant flower gardens and sitting areas. Going down in the valey one finds an idyllic piece of ground (5000 m²) with a large vegetable garden (800 m²) and a natural well. At the rear of the manor house and around the swimming pools and tennis there are large lawns with fruit trees. Aside the manor there is a  park with many old trees and flower gardens with a shaded sitting/dining area. All houses and the pool area have gardens with trees, many flowers and plants or flower boxes. There is a separate parking space before the old entrance gate.

Surroundings

The domain is situated only 2,5 km from the town of Mareuil-sur-Belle, halfway between the historic cities of Angoulême and Périgueux, not far from the medieval towns of Brantôme and Bourdeille. It lies in the heart of the Regional Natural Parc Périgord-Limousine, known for its many castles and beautiful varied nature and landscapes. The vicinity offers many activities and places of interest.

The property is within easy reach of 6 golf courses and is only an 1½ hour’s drive from three international airports and within easy reach from mayor fast train connections (TGV Bordeaux – Paris).

Climate

The climate is attractively varied with usually soft spring periods, warm summers, gorgeous autumns and mild winters.

Flourishing letting practice

Up till now the houses  have successfully been let to holidaymakers. With an average occupancy of 14 weeks per house during the summer period we have generated a considerable income. If preferred letting activities can easily be extended  during low season periods, starting B&B-activities or a small camping activity in the valley. Also as an investment the property is  interesting, as its value increased with an average of 10 % annually from 2000 on.

Asking price: € 985,000

Included in the price are:

• complete inventory of the cottages


• all accessories of facilities like pool equipment,pool covers and  furniture


• transfer of all websites, promotional arrangements, client surveys and booking systems.

No agency fees are due.