17th CENTURY RESTORED FARMHOUSE

The property has been comprehensively and sympathetically restored and modernised to a very high standard over the years, and offers extremely comfortable and functional living accomodation, whilst retaining a distinctively "period" feel and ambience.  The accomodation comprises 6  large bedrooms, 2 with en-suite bathrooms, 2 additional separate bathrooms, a splendid and typically large main living hall (80m²), a dining room with original period open fireplace and cast iron hearth, large modern kitchen with separate utility area,  2 large walk-in loft storage rooms, and an exceptionally large garage area with tiled flooring, providing ample garaging for up to 3 cars.  There is plenty of scope for converting the latter into further accommodation space, if required.

The substantial and original oak beamwork supporting the roof structure has been left exposed in most living areas, providing a constant reminder of the building’s ancient heritage.  The property has benefited from continuous improvements over the years, but work carried out more recently includes the following:

- Central heating system overhaul

- Re-wiring of electrical system to current standards

- Complete roof tile replacement, carried out by a local “artisan” in the original style

- Re-instatement of damp-proof course by modern injection methods

- Extensive internal & external re-painting/re-decoration

The property sits in its own secluded and enclosed grounds of approximately 1 acre, and is not overlooked by any neighbouring buildings.  The gardens are mainly laid to lawn, but are also well stocked with a mixture of mature specimen trees, along with several fruit trees (apple, fig, plum and quince).  Although the property is on the mains water supply, there is a freshwater well in the garden with electric pump feed.

The immediate surrounding landscape  is a mixture of woodland, and cultivated fields belonging to neigbouring farmers.  The property and its grounds are on the crest of a gentle hill, which allows for uninterrupted and commanding views over the surrounding countryside to a stunning backdrop of the Pyrenees in the distance.

Local amenities include a small local village about 10 minutes away on foot, with more extensive local facilities available in nearby Saubusse (5 minutes by car), which has a grocer, bakery and pharmacy.  For a wider choice, large hypermarkets can be found in St.Vincent de Tyrosse (15 minutes by car), and Dax (20 minutes drive).  Dax itself is a large thriving market town renowned for its thermal spas and historical importance, whilst being the main regional hub for the French railway network, with links to all areas of the country.   The property is well placed for access to the main arterial motorway network, with most of the major routes within a 10-minute drive.  Links by air are provided by Biarritz and Pau (both 50 minutes drive), whilst the international airport at Bordeaux is a 90 minute drive by motorway.

The area offers a wealth of leisure activities and pursuits.  The Atlantic coast, with its huge expanse of well-maintained beaches, is a 25 minute drive from the property – amongst the better known beaches are Hossegor and Cap Breton, which both host international surfing competitions. Golfers are particularly well catered for, with several championship courses only a 25 minute drive away (Hossegor, Seignosse and Moliets).  Skiing is available at several resorts in the nearby Pyrenees, along with numerous hiking routes during the summer months.

The entire region has a rich cultural and historical heritage, and is also renowned for being one of the foremost gastronomic regions of France.