Two Character Properties, Prayssac, Lot

Property Description

Old houses in France are often referred to as being a ‘character property. It’s a well-worn phrase but with this house there is a real sense of personality and, to my mind, a hopelessly romantic one at that!  Two houses with 15 acres in a beautiful situation, overlooking meadows, woodland, nature and landscape that is ever-changing with the seasons.





Access is through an elegant gated entrance framed by stone walls, the 6.2-hectare estate is situated in a peaceful valley on the edge of woodland.  There are two houses, extensive fenced meadows and a collection of outbuildings. With space for horses or other livestock, approved plans for temporary holiday accommodation.  It’s just 10 mins from the nearby village with amenities, 30 mins from Cahor and 90mins from Toulouse airport.  





The two houses positioned slightly above the meadows and surrounded by mature trees and planting.  Power lines have been buried to preserve the open views across the valley..  There is a total 253m2 habitable space, spread across the two houses.  Two bedrooms in house one, Three bedrooms in house two.  Here’s the layout.





House 1 – 139.2m²





Currently being renovated, the first house has new windows and an insulated attic and retains a number of original features. Terraces, low stone walls and an external stone staircase add to its character.





Ground floor:





Kitchen – 21.6m², with terracotta tiled floor





Sitting room – 42m², with terracotta flooring, fireplace with woodburning stove and French doors opening onto both sides of the house





Shower room – 3m²





Workshop – 24m², adjoining the house and particularly suitable for wood storage





First floor:





Living room/entrance hall – 25.4m², with fireplace and original stone sink





Bedroom – 23.6m²





Bedroom – 23.6m²








House 2 – 113.1m²





Completely renovated using quality materials, the second house combines modern comfort with a bright, open layout. It benefits from double glazing, insulation and carefully finished interiors.  The living spaces are on the first floor with ground floor bedrooms and bathrooms beneath





First floor:





Open-plan living area – 49m², open to the roof space with skylights, incorporating kitchen, sitting and dining areas, parquet flooring and wood-burning stove





Bedroom – 15m²





En-suite shower room – 5.6m²





Ground floor:





Entrance hall – 5m²





Bedroom – 17m²





Bedroom – 18m²





Bathroom – 3.5m²





A concrete staircase with wrought-iron railing connects the floors, while a 15m² canopy beneath the first-floor bedroom provides additional covered outdoor space.








Outbuildings and land:





62,050m² (approximately 15.3 acres / 6.2 hectares) of gardens, meadows and woodland





Fully fenced meadows suitable for horses or other livestock





60m² workshop with mezzanine





Open garage with space for three vehicles





26m² workshop





17m x 5m horse shelter





Hay storage area





Remains of a former swimming pool, offering potential for redevelopment





Mature trees and established planting





Stone walls and terraces





Elegant gated entrance








Features:





Woodburning stoves





Double glazing and insulation to House 2





New windows and insulated attic to House 1





Septic tank drainage





Power lines buried underground





Planning permission granted for temporary holiday accommodation





Location:





The estate is approximately 10 minutes from Prayssac, where everyday amenities are available, and around 30 minutes from Cahors. Toulouse and its international airport are approximately 1 hour 30 minutes away.





The towns of Prayssac and Puy-l'Évêque are both within easy driving distance.  Both small towns with supermarkets, restaurants, cafés and a wider range of services.  Cahors, Fumel, Gourdon, Figeac and Rocamadour are also great for day trips and exploring and the surrounding area is renowned for its vineyards, walking routes and picturesque villages.





At a glance:





Bedrooms: 5


Bathrooms: 3


Receptions: 3


Habitable space: 253m2


Plot size: 62,050m2 


Taxe foncière: €1,122 per annum


DPE rating: tbc


Drainage: Septic tank


Distance to shops: 10 mins


Distance to airport: Brive, 1hr 20mins / Toulouse, 1hr 40mins





Please note: Agency fees are included in the advertised price and are payable by the purchaser.   All locations and sizes are approximate. La Résidence has made every effort to ensure that the details and photographs of this property are accurate and in no way misleading.  However, this information does not form part of a contract and no warranties are either given or implied.





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