Historic longere for renovation

Lovely stone-built longere in need of restoration set back from a quiet country lane in spacious grounds of approx 1800m2 enjoying fine open views and a tranquil setting.

A handsome building in sound condition, including large chimney, original chestnut roof timbers and joists throughout. Feature dated stonework to front windows looted from Chateau La Cheze in the revolution (see picture). Some rebuilding required to the chimney-stack. Internally dry, about 17m long by 7m approx with a large 15m x 5m block workshop/garage attached. Attractive stone lean-to, 7m x 4m approx. Water connected and electricity easily available.

Large grenier upstairs with dormer opening, convertible to at least three spacious bedrooms. Fomerly inhabited but more recently used as a farm building with drained concrete floor and feeding troughs around the walls. Several windows to front and back giving potential for a light, airy space downstairs.

Certificat d'urbanisme obtained and permission and survey for the fosse septique agreed. We plan to install the fosse septique in August 2008. Subject to negotiation we will install a ground source heating system at the same time if we have a buyer.

Nearest village with boulanger, grocer, resturants and friendly mairie at about 2km distance. 10km approx from Loudeac with full facilities. 1 hour from Dinard and Rennes airports and 1hour 20mins from St Malo port. Beaches at north and south coasts 35 and 50mins respectively.

Vendor is qualified british bricklayer, stonemason and general builder, registered and fluent and could be available for works required at reasonable rates. To view a similar neighbouring property which the vendor has recently renovated, visit: http://uk.geocities.com/brivocals@btinternet.com. The nearest neigbouring properties are private holiday homes.

Altogether a delightful project in idyllic surroundings. The dutch barn attached to the rear has now been dismantled. Basic caravan available.

To view or for further information, please telephone 01691 791327 or 07802 396184 or 07976 294422 and ask for Matty or Brian Evans. Or contact us by EMail: tmbfca@btopenworld.com