Characterful 18th century

stone property

This large collection of old stone buildings is perfectly situated on the outskirts of, and with a great view of, Mauvezin – a bustling market town with all amenities. It is conveniently also only 45 mins from Toulouse airport.  Various generations have used the property as a working farm, as a holiday home, and as a business, but it is currently a much loved family home.

A slice of History

Originally part of the nearby Chateau de Coureau estate, this property was gifted to the De Lacoste de Bazjean family in 1783. In a bid to avoid decapitation during the Revolution, the family name was modified to the much simpler De Bazjean. In 1859 the property became part of Ernestine De Bazjean’s dowry when she married, and the property has passed down the generations to the current owners.

Let’s take a look at the property in more detail

A pair of wrought iron gates grants access to the property, and gives a peek of the main house with its unusual round tower. Ahead of us is the functional hangar giving shelter to the retired tractors as well as a workshop.

Arriving in front of the imposing main house, we get the impression of being alone in our own private village. So many impressive stone buildings, several long unused, with so much potential, impatiently waiting for a new raison d’être.

The main house

Starting with the largest, more recently renovated, main house, we enter straight in to the fitted kitchen/dining room with its character fireplace proudly built by the current owner. This room is filled with light and warmth, perfect for those family meals sitting round the the table whilst the chef weaves their magic in the kitchen.

Through the kitchen, we find the reception room with another impressive fireplace reaching up to the roof. This is a more formal room, the elegant wooden staircase winding its way upstairs, with beautiful spring sunlight enticed in through the patio doors.

There is also a boiler room and a large utility and storage room behind the kitchen.

Continuing on, we find the cosy sitting room at the end of the house. Again patio doors give access to the great outdoors, and windows on every side allow brightness to reign within.

Upstairs

The lovely wooden stairs lead us to a minstral style landing. To the right we find the master suite, with a dressing room and ensuite shower room. A small balcony gives us a chance to enjoy the view across the land and over to the historic town of Mauvezin.

On the other side of the landing, a long hallway leads to three double bedrooms, a family bathroom and an office, making this a spacious home.

The outbuildings

The round tower

The round tower is an unusual addition to this 18th farmhouse, but it is charming and has its own secret garden. The ground floor is currently used to winter plants but would make a quirky kitchen/living room to compliment the two bedrooms above, which can be accessed by an exterior staircase.

The 17th Century barn

Opposite the main house, the original mangers are still in evidence but currently house some beautiful classic cars. There is so much potential for this fantastic stone building and its upstairs: animals, vehicles, restaurant (pending the relevant authorisations)….

The guest house

Adjacent to the barn is a single story, 2 bedroom, maison d’amis in need of renovation. With all the traditional features of old farms, such as baked earth tiles, large open fireplace and low ceilings, this could be a cosy place to rent out or to accommodate friends and family.

The pigeonnier

In addition to the round tower, we find a more traditional pigeonnier adjoining the maison d’amis. It is surprisingly light, and so could be used as an artist’s studio, or knocked through to make the maison d’amis bigger.

The chai

Below the maison d’amis and the pigeonnier, this domaine has its own chai, where the wine was made and barrelled. Old wooden barrels still line one wall but sadly, wine is no longer produced there!

The studio

Also recently renovated, a one bedroom studio flat is completely independent, nestled in under the hangar.

The land

With 2,7ha of undulating land, there is space galore to enjoy the peace of the countryside. Currently three friendly donkeys are leading a life of leisure on the land, but if more land is required, there are another 8ha available to buy.