Beautifully Renovated Traditional Village House, Carennac, Lot

Property Description

The renovation work on this old Presbytery is simply beautiful. The main house has 4 bedrooms, and an independent apartment at garden level has a further two. The house is situated in a lovely historical village close to the Dordogne river. There is a a small, manageable yet versatile garden and two garages,





The attention awarded to preserving the original  character of the building is evident, while the carefully integrated creature comforts make this a very comfortable and elegant home.  Whilst the house would be very comfortable to use all year round, the modern insulation fitted into the property, means that the house does not suffer from extreme cold or humidity when not occupied in the winter.





There is a total 280m2 habitable space, arranged over four levels.  Here’s the layout:





First floor





Open plan kitchen / dining room (27.2m2) with bespoke oak furniture and a marble sink. Opens onto terrace area


Sitting room (33m2) with stunning fireplace and parquet flooring


Bedroom 1 (14.2m2) with plastered stone walls & lime painted beams


WC (1m2)


Snug sitting room (4m2) with stairs to second floor


Laundry room (15.91m2) with access to garden


Kitchenette area (25.2m2) situated under the eaves (part of the gite/apartment)





Garden level (gite / independent apartment)





Sitting room (33.3m2)


Ground floor bedroom 2 (16.8m2) with double doors to the garden


Bathroom (3m2)


WC (1m2)


Ground floor bedroom 3 (15.9m2) stairs leading to first floor kitchenette area of the apartment)





Second Floor





Mezannine area with library & reading area


Bedroom 4 (13.76m2)


Bathroom (4.7m2) (next to bedroom 4)


Bathroom (8.3m2) with shower and bath


Bedroom 5 (13m2) 


Bedroom 6 (24m2) a large mezzanine area, ideal for children’s sleeping or play area





The lay out of the communal reception areas, as well as some of the bedrooms give great access to the terrace areas and gardens outside.  The plot size is a very manageable 559m2, and the space has been cleverly used.  You can make the most of sunny and shady areas throughout the day, whatever the season and there is plenty of space for al fresco dining as well as lawned areas, ideal for games.  Whilst there’s no pool at the property, the beautiful river Dordogne is nearby and it’s ideal for a refreshing dip.  There are two garages for parking cars.





Carennac is  renowned for its’ history and culture and the river Dordogne flows gently passed the ramparts of the old town.  In addition to the very pretty local restaurant, epicerie and café, there’s a canoe hire centre in the village for any energetic visitors.  There is a small weekly market on tuesday mornings, but the supermarket is just 10 mins away to top up on supplies.   





At a glance:





Bedrooms: 6


Bathrooms: 3


Receptions: 3


Habitable space: 280m2


Plot size: 559m2 


Taxe foncière: €1,186


DPE rating: C


Broadband: Yes


Heating: oil-fired & fire places 


Neighbours:  close by


Distance to amenities:  Walking


Distance to train station: 5mins (Bétaille)  


Distance to airport: 2hrs (Toulouse)





Please note:  All locations and sizes are approximate. La Résidence has made every effort to ensure that the details and photographs of this property are accurate and in no way misleading.  However, this information does not form part of a contract and no warranties are either given or implied.