A restored family dwelling, with an outbuilding and swimming pool, on 2.9 hectares of pastures and woods, in the south of the Lot-et-Garonne departmen
A restored family dwelling, with an outbuilding and swimming pool, on 2.9 hectares of pastures and woods, in the south of the Lot-et-Garonne department.
Located at the intersection of the Lot-et-Garonne, Gers and Landes departments, the property enjoys a prime address in the middle of the countryside near the town of Mézin, a five-minute drive away, the latter of which has preserved the charming character of a medieval village, a testament to its multi-century history.
Also within immediate proximity, the village of Sos, famous for its Roman heritage, stands out thanks to the breadth of its neighbouring churches and chateaus, while Nérac, less than 15 kilometres away and famous for having been home to the court of Henry IV, attracts many visitors thanks to its picturesque medieval quarter as well as its lively green market every Saturday morning.
In addition, Agen, with its high-speed rail station, which provides service to Paris in approximately three hours, is accessible in less than 40 kilometres, whereas the international airports in Toulouse and Bordeaux are both approximately 145 kilometres away.
From the B road, the property is accessible via a grassy dirt lane, flanked on either side by immense pastures, which are punctuated by the presence of a neighbouring lot and lined with trees that highlight the estate's natural boundaries. Near the entrance, an initial outbuilding stands vigil, marking the threshold to the property, while, further on, another building stands alongside the lane leading to the dwelling.
Built at the back of the property, the dwelling features architecture inspired by other homes in the Basque-Landes area, a style that is recognisable here thanks to its wide porch roof in front of its main façade to the east. The latter, bordered by a large patio, the space of which is defined by a low wall, represents a pleasant and covered outdoor area, while a second porch roof, smaller in size, covers a walkway in front of the dwelling's northern exterior.
As for its understated stone exteriors, coated in plaster, they are cadenced by a variety of different shaped rectilinear windows and doors, which are placed in a seemingly random pattern around the house and safeguarded by wooden shutters painted a bright Basque red.
Topped with a long gable roof, which was restored about ten years ago as part of the renovations carried out in order to transform two small buildings into a coherent two-storey composition, the dwelling is surrounded by a wooded area as well as verdant swaths of lawn planted with trees, whereas a swimming pool and an area reserved for equestrian activities are located near the pastures.
The Gascon DwellingWith its traditional and balanced silhouette, which showcases its position on the property, its eye-catching appearance, blending in seamlessly within its grassy terrain, is immediately noticeable, while its main façade reveals the care taken in its renovation: by transforming two buildings into one, the house's current occupants have created a partially symmetrical dwelling with sizeable volumes, cadenced by many windows and doors.
As for its wide covered patio, facing east, it provides an outdoor area where one and all can enjoy long summer evenings, quiet mornings or al-fresco lunches surrounded by the great outdoors.
The ground floor
Accessible from a number of different entrances, which provide plenty of autonomy, a side door opens on to a small, inconspicuous entryway that gives on to an independent bedroom, guaranteeing privacy for both visitors and residents alike, as well as a living room with wood-panelled walls, which communicates with the rest of the ground floor.
Following on from the living room, a large sitting room is located in the middle of the dwelling and features a wide country fireplace with stone jambs, a wooden lintel and a brick ...
