This is a magnificent property in the Upper Gironde area of Aquitaine: 18th century manor with over 350 square meters of renovated living space in the main house. A large attic of 250 square meters with outstanding wooden beams permit further development for owners quarters or more rooms for the bed and breakfast. An apartment of 100 square meters annexes the main manor to operate as an self-catering cottate.

In addition, two large outbuildings, the chai (wine barn) and the horse stables, align the house to make for an enclosed 'maison de maître' typical of 18th century Gironde. The 'Chai' has been partly renovated to include a second self-catering 2 bedroom cottage. Ideal property for co-ownership amongst families or group of friends.

One of the owners is willing to stay on as property manager to care for gardens, pool, and house maintenance. A real advantage for buyers who might wish to live part-time in France. The house and property would have a caretaker to keep it functional and looked after.

The property sits on a 2.5 hectare parcel of land surrounded by forests and the vineyards of Cote de Blaye. Known as ' La Sauvageonne', this property has functionned as a three-suite bed and breakfast with a 4-star ranking and has a high rate of business from May through September. The gite, or cottage has business for 18-20 weeks in the year, and a second larger cottage was completed in 2004. Easy conversion to self-catering cottages only, or use as a large spacious family house. Currently operates with a 100k Euro turnover.

The property includes the following: OWNERS' QUARTERS Ground level *30 square meter kitchen with large fireplace *15 square meter vaulted wine cellar *50 square meter living room *250 square meter attic space with impressive oak beams First floor *3 bedrooms, each about 15 square meters *1 bathroom, 10 square meters *1 office space, game room, 20 square meters with sloped ceiling BED AND BREAKFAST *3 large suites each about 45 square meters *each suite has its own bathroom and water closet *Suite 1 has a large salon, 25 square meters with historical painted ceiling *Suite 3 has an additional small bedroom about 15 square meter *Each suite has fireplaces that have been closed but could be re-opened *A 25 square meter reception area functions as common space and breakfast room, it adjoins to a 25 square meter salon that functions as living room for suites 2 and 3. COTTAGE 1 or APARTMENT *30 square meter bedroom *Stairs lead down to a 50 square meter living room and kitchenette *Fully equipped for self-catering holidays *Bathroom *Water closet *Terrasse with barbacue and private garden COTTAGE 2 or LE CHAI Ground level *60 square meter living room with adjoining kitchen, fully equipped *15 square meter bathroom First floor * Two 20 square meter bedrooms * 20 square meter Mezzanine * Water closet OUTBUILDINGS *Remaining space in the Wine Storage Barn 'le chai', 100 square meters *1-car garage on the end of the barn *100 square meter (on ground level) horse stable can be renovated for third cottage ( many requests for this type of gite !!) ADDITIONAL DESCRIPTION 12 m2 * 6m2 swimming pool, with automatic sliding cover meets French law requirements.

Shaded terrasse 1 acre garden, lawn space Completed enclosed by forest, vineyards, and hedges Enclosed sauna, jacuzzi near pool, a real plus for mid-season business Close to Saint Ciers sur Gironde, (2 km) 20 km from Blaye where car ferry takes you to the Médoc 45 minutes to the north: beaches at Royan 45 minutes to the south: Bordeaux

Property to be sold fully furnished: antique furniture, pool equipment, and lawn equipment, TV sets, DVD players, estimated at a total price 125,000. This amount is exempt of notary fees - don't over look this detail. It is very significant !!