Former Farmhouse on 8.700 m² of Wooded Land

Property Description

In Mondonville, in a setting where wooded gardens and farmland meet, this former farmhouse comprises a 146.5 m² house and an additional 257 m² of garages and barns spread over two levels. The property sits on 8.700 m² of land, enhanced by mature trees, cedars, fruit trees and a pond.

The property retains its understated rural architecture, with tiled roofs, wooden shutters and former agricultural openings. Inside, terracotta floors, wooden floorboards, a wooden staircase and exposed roof timbers reflect the building’s different uses over time.

Currently arranged as eight rooms, including five bedrooms, the house offers scope for a renovation project combining the refurbishment of the existing spaces with broader plans for the outbuildings. These represent a larger area than the current living accommodation and make up a significant part of the property’s potential.
The house
The entrance has a black-and-white chequered floor and a wooden staircase leading to the upper floor. The open landing and the height above the stairwell give this circulation area a sense of space, while a glazed door lets in light and opens onto the garden.

The rooms have different finishes: terracotta flooring, wooden floorboards, ceilings with painted beams and small-pane windows. Several openings look directly onto the greenery, while French doors on the ground floor provide access to the outdoor areas.

With five bedrooms in its current layout, the house already has a family-friendly arrangement. Renovation would allow the layout, fittings and finishes to be adapted to suit individual needs, while retaining the historic features that give the building its character.

Heating is provided by a central gas system, with radiators in the rooms.

The garages and barns
The outbuildings offer 257 m² over two levels. They comprise large spaces that are not currently fitted out as living accommodation, with external access, exposed beams and wooden floorboards on the upper floor.

On the lower level, the spaces retain their utilitarian character, with wide wooden doors and several openings onto the garden. They could be used for parking, storage or as a workshop, or included in a more comprehensive redevelopment plan.

Upstairs, the barn offers an open space beneath a traditional exposed roof frame. The masonry walls, timber trusses and ceiling height are the main architectural features of this area. It could accommodate a living space beneath the roof, work areas or an extension of the house.

The house and outbuildings together comprise 403.5 m² of existing floor area, of which 146.5 m² is currently habitable.

The land and outdoor areas
The 8.700 m² plot includes grassy areas around the house and more densely wooded sections. Mature trees and cedars give the garden well-established greenery, with shaded areas close to the buildings.

Fruit trees and a pond complete the setting. The different areas of the plot offer scope for keeping a natural garden, creating a vegetable garden or arranging outdoor spaces for relaxation and dining.

Around the house, the façades and their openings face garden areas that can be incorporated into a renovation project. The connection between the interior rooms, the former outbuildings and the outdoor areas is one of the aspects to consider when rethinking the property as a whole.

A renovation project for the entire property
This former farmhouse has two complementary elements: an existing five-bedroom home and largely open agricultural spaces that offer considerable flexibility in planning a future conversion.

The project could focus on renovating the house within its current floor area while retaining the outbuildings for ancillary uses, or involve a more ambitious transformation of the whole property. One of its advantages is the opportunity to plan the circulation, spaces and relationship with the garden around an existing building.

The property is therefore suited to a buyer looking for a former farmhouse to renovate, with land and outbuildings, and wishing to define their own renovation plans in Mondonville.

Location

Located northwest of Toulouse, Mondonville offers a residential setting on the edge of the countryside while remaining close to the metropolitan area. Toulouse-Blagnac International Airport is around 15 minutes away, and Toulouse city centre approximately 20 minutes away, depending on traffic. This location makes commuting and travel convenient, with Blagnac’s business hubs nearby. Everyday life in the Toulouse region combines open-air markets, the gastronomy of south-west France and cultural activities: the historic districts of the Ville rose, its terraces and museums, and walks along the Garonne complement the outdoor activities available nearby.
Mondonville’s location also makes it easy to plan trips throughout the year. The Mediterranean beaches, particularly around Narbonne and Gruissan, are approximately two to two and a half hours away, while the Atlantic coast and the Basque Country are around three and a half to four hours away, depending on the route and traffic. The Pyrenees offer other options, including hiking, mountain villages and winter sports. Closer to Toulouse, the landscapes of the Gers, its fortified towns and vineyards offer a chance to discover different facets of south-west France on a day trip or weekend away.