An immense farmhouse, its guesthouse and swimming pool, on grounds of 4,400 m², only a few kilometres from the ocean, in the Breton Marshes of Vendée
An immense farmhouse, its guesthouse and swimming pool, on grounds of 4,400 m², only a few kilometres from the ocean, in the Breton Marshes of Vendée.
Located in the Breton Marshes of Vendée, the property enjoys a quiet natural environment, only a few kilometres away from the fine sandy beaches on the Coast of Light. Between wetlands, reed beds and polders, this freshwater marsh represents a remarkable reserve for biodiversity, while its canals, both large and small, can be easily traversed on a skiff, the traditional mode of transportation in these parts. In addition, a network of walking and bicycle paths are an invitation to discover the wide variety of marshlands and, in approximately seventy kilometres, the high-speed rail station in Nantes provides service to Paris in a little more than two hours, while its airport offers flights to a number of national and international destinations.
Surrounded by canals, both large and small, water is used as a natural property line to the south, while hedgerows of tamarisk line either side of the small access lane, which leads to a double gate framed by white pillars. The latter opens on to a grassy drive that eventually leads to the house of 232 m², after passing, on one side, a separate cottage of around 32 m², which abuts a garage of approximately 33 m².
Constructed horizontally with one storey, these two buildings are typical of rural hamlets in the Vendée region, while the U-shaped farmhouse features a silhouette emblematic of traditional architecture, which has now been adapted to a more contemporary living style. Featuring stone walls covered in white roughcast rendering that reflect the smallest amount of sunlight, its shutters, painted grey-blue, recall the reflections of the nearby ocean, whereas its gently sloping gable roofs clearly stand out from the landscape thanks to the orangey colour of its barrel tiles, which are highlighted, in turn, by an immaculate genoise cornice.
As for the central building, framed by two wings added at a later date, it encloses an immense space designed for leisure and well-being. In the middle, the turquoise swimming pool and spa create a haven for relaxation, protected from the wind and sheltered from view thanks to dense vegetation, while palms, olives and a variety of shrubs ubiquitous to southern France create an almost island-like feel here.
Lastly, extending over approximately 4,400 m², the verdant property is planted with an array of mature trees and shrubs, which provide plenty of shade as well as privacy for the whole.
The FarmhouseAdopting the typical layout of farmhouses in the Vendée region - elongated and with one-storey - all its dual-aspect rooms enjoy views of the swimming pool and its patio facing fully south.
It should be noted that in 2020 the dwelling underwent a full-scale renovation, during which central heating was installed with an air-air heat pump multi-split system, its plumbing and electricity were completely refurbished and its interior and exteriors were repainted.
The main dwelling
Located in the central and oldest part of the dwelling, a veritable testament to the premises' history, the partially glazed front door opens on to a sunny living area of nearly 70 m², with whitewashed wooden rafters and a floor-to-ceiling height culminating at 3.80 metres. At one end, an open kitchen, decorated in eye-catching colours and with a contemporary look, blends in seamlessly with its original terracotta floor tiles, whereas, in the middle, a dining room gradually merges into the living room, the layout of which is focussed around a wood-burning stove installed within a stone fireplace.
Extending on from here, a sliding door provides access to a large bedroom of approximately 27 m², with wide-plank hardwood floors and a wood-panelled ceiling terminating at more than 3 metres under ...
