Superb estate

set on 20 hectares

Overview

This property offers an exquisite combination of original features and contemporary renovation works.

As soon as we turn onto the driveway into the property, we enter an entirely private world. We pass a charming lily pond surrounded by tall trees and catch a glimpse of the house on our right. As we proceed up the drive, the stunning extent of the stone outbuildings on the left, with their central archway and tower, is revealed. The house is equally lovely, and presents a smooth, attractive façade framed by two towers.

As we step through the front door we are immediately struck by the light and spaciousness of the property. Huge windows feature in all rooms, with the travertine floors amplifying their light in all directions.

The generous proportions of the main reception rooms and bedrooms, and the elegantly minimalist décor, add to the sense of weightlessness throughout the property. The rooms flow harmoniously into each other and most of them offer large south-facing windows.

The house immediately feels warm and welcoming, in part thanks to the large fireplaces in the main rooms, supported by the excellent central heating system. In the summer, the thick stone walls keep the interior cool and fresh.

Ground floor

Once inside, a wide, elegant stone staircase stands tall in front of us, offering a tantalising preview of the extent of the house.

From here, we access the first of the reception rooms on the right. This is a spacious double aspect dining room offering views over the park, with a wood burner in the large stone fireplace and windows on two sides.

This is a fantastic space for candlelit dinner parties, and it opens into an equally spacious, beautifully renovated kitchen with ample space for an additional large table.

The kitchen is large enough to accommodate multiple cooks working in tandem, and the huge, open stone fireplace serves as a convivial focal point for the room. The kitchen has been entirely refitted with attractive wooden units and black stone counters.

Behind the kitchen is a passageway to a large and practical laundry room which also serves as a boiler room. Plenty of storage space is available here, and a small door in the back leads to a large cloakroom under the stairs. This space can also be accessed through a second door behind the main staircase.

Back in the hall, a door leads down to the sizeable basement and the essential wine cellar, whilst another door leads out to the garden.

On the other side of the main entrance, we find the living room which has a more contemporary feel, with another large open fireplace and spot lighting.

Past the living room, there is another reception room, generous in size with an ensuite bathroom and separate toilet.

This room is effectively a fifth bedroom, and thanks to the door opening onto the garden, would make excellent guest accommodation.
Whilst this is the only part of the house that has not been fully renovated, as well as the ensuite bathroom it also benefits from an attractive original fireplace and high ceilings.

Half landing

The upstairs of this property is cleverly divided into two sections, so that any guests can easily enjoy their own private area.

Halfway up the staircase on the left there is a small, beautifully decorated landing which gives access to this guest area.

To the right, we find a large main guest bedroom which has been renovated to incorporate a well-appointed shower room. This room has attractive wooden flooring and high ceilings.

The second, slightly smaller bedroom can also be accessed from the landing, as is a separate toilet with handbasin to be shared by both rooms.

First floor

On the first floor of the house, we find the main bedrooms as well as a beautiful study – which could equally be used as a full-sized library or TV room.

Echoing the ground floor layout, on the right-hand side as you go up the stairs, we find the study, which has a large fireplace, parquet flooring and tall windows. This really is an attractive feature of the property as it offers many possibilities for additional living space.

A door at the far side of the study leads to the first of the main bedrooms. This is a spacious room with high ceilings, exposed beams and double aspect windows. The parquet flooring is beautifully complemented by the original tiling around the fireplace and the smooth white walls.

While the furnishings are modern, the cornicing above the fireplace is original and adds a touch of elegance to the room.

An adjoining bathroom offers twin sinks, a toilet and a bathtub facing a large window and views beyond. The owners decided to keep the tiled terracotta flooring and white wall tiles

On the other side of the landing, we find the last bedroom; this is the master suite of the property, painted in a soothing shade of aubergine, again with high ceilings and attractive parquet flooring. The fireplace in this room is quite modern but in keeping with the elegance of the property as a whole.

On one side of the room there is a walk-in closet that runs the length of the room and offers practical storage. On the other side we find a spacious, newly renovated bathroom with twin sinks, a tiled walk-in shower and a large bathtub.

Outbuildings & gardens

The house is surrounded by well-kept lawns, and there are two wells in the immediate area, both of which are in water. Behind the house, a large lily pond offers its shade, and a further two large ponds and another well can also be found on the property. Such an abundance of water on a property is a rarity.

The view from the front of the house is of endless rolling hills and forest, most of which form part of the property. There are shady spots in the grounds where the owners have often enjoyed al fresco meals on warm summer evenings, and the abundance of grazing land around would be ideal for horses.

The outbuildings present endless possibilities. Stables, a huge hay barn, workshops, garages, a pretty tower, a wine barn have been built in a U-shape across approximately 900 m². They are all built in stone and with sturdy roofing.

The outbuildings really do represent an enormous advantage for this property, as they are in very good condition and could be used for any number of purposes.

Who would this property suit?

If you love high ceilings and open fireplaces, are attracted to a mix of contemporary and traditional features, if you are drawn to the idea of having your own private world of trees, water, hills and beautiful stonework, this is the property for you!

This property is entirely private, but within easy distance of shops and only an hour from the airport at Toulouse.

Lovers of nature, there are infinite possibilities with this property as there is so much land and an abundance of water – an important aspect of any country property – wonderful privacy, all the wood one could ever need.