Ref:IC358 - A gorgeous Gascon estate consisting of a large house, 5 letting cottages and 4 hectares of land. It is nestled between rolling vineyards and fields of sunflowers in the prestigious BAS ARMAGNAC region of SW France. Laid out in a park-like setting, this unique mini village offers complete independence and privacy and yet is just 3K from a village with all amenities. These include a school, grocers, butchers, bakers, hotel/restaurant/ post office, beauty salons and public tennis courts. The nearest market town is EAUZE which is a 15 mins drive, The property has easy access to PAU airport (under one hr. drive), TOULOUSE and BIARRITZ, 1 hr. 30 mins drive and BORDEAUX 1 hr. 45 mins. Trains can be caught at Mont de Marsan (30 mins) and DAX, 50 mins. The beaches of Cap Breton and Hossegor can be enjoyed all summer and are just over 1 hr. 15 mins drive, while snowboarding and skiing can be enjoyed in the Pyrenees in 1 hr. 30 mins. The asking price represents excellent value for money and includes all the furniture and equipment in the letting units so they will be ready for immediate rental. The conversion works were completed in 2005 and an income of 32,000€ was generated in the first season. The large main house and 4 of the cottages have been completely renovated to an exceptional standard to create a fine extended family residence or commercial venue. Ideal for vacation rentals, corporate retreat, conference facility, cooking or language school. Capacity for sleeping 34 . There is a lovely 11 x 6 mt. swimming pool and 120m2 summer patio for al-fresco dining and recreational activities. The patio is fully roofed and is draped with vines. 2 hectares of the land are dedicated to lawns and gardens and recreational areas and the other 2 hectares are dedicated to horse pasture with shelters. There is also a large storage building for a tractor and farming equipment. The property dates back to around 1750. It has been lovingly and tastefully restored while maintaining traditional period features with all modern comforts. MAIN HOUSE: Built of Gascon stone with 60+ cm thick walls it offer approx. 280m2 of living space. On the ground level there is a spacious country-style kitchen/dining room with built-in side by side fridge-freezer, dishwasher, double sinks, oven and gas range. Off the kitchen is large utility room with space for 2 commercial washing machines, clothes dryer, chest freezer and ample linen and pantry storage. The oil fired central heating system is housed in a separate room. From the kitchen you enter a very large open plan living dining room (over 65m2) with exposed, wooden pegged beams and half-timbered walls. This room also has a 2.6 mt. Inglenook fireplace with a wood-burning stove. The master bedroom and master bathroom are also on this level. The master bath has sunken tub, separate shower, a double sink vanity and a separate W/C. The entire ground level is beautifully tiled with Gascon style tiles which makes for very easy maintenance. The second level is reached by a large open oak stairway and comprises of 3 large double bedrooms, a spacious open plan games/library room, a bathroom, separate W/C and a bonus storage room. The entire upstairs has wood flooring except for the bathrooms which are tiled. The games room is fitted with 2 large Velux roof windows. There is an air conditioning system on the second level which is seldom used. Attached to the main house is a summer patio offering 120m2. of outdoor living space, complete with BBQ etc. Close to the pool area is a separate guest laundry building with 3 washing machines. The five cottages include: THE GARDEN COTTAGE is an detatched stone building CICA 1750. It was the former wine chai. It offer approx. 85m2. of living space with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and an open plan living/dining/kitchen. It has high, exposed wooden pegged beams and ceilings and terracotta stone floors. There is also a large wood burning fireplace and a dual A/C and HEATING system, affording comfortable year round living. This cottage will accommodate up to 6 persons, using the double sofa sleeper in the living room. This cottage is let in the high season for 750€ / week. The former stables building has been renovated to provide 3 lovely bright and spacious self contained cottages. It has approx. 1900 sq. ft. of living space and approx. 600 sq. feet of partially covered terrace for al-fresco dining. ARAMIS cottage offer 3 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and an open plan lounge/dining room with a full kitchen. using a double sofa sleeper it will accommodate up to 8 persons. Let for 900€/week d'ARTAGNAN cottage offers 2 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a separate eat in kitchen and a living room with a double sofa bed. Accommodates up to 6 persons. Let for 750€/week. PORTOS cottage offers a large double bedroom, en-suite bathroom and lounge diner with a kitchenette. The lounge has a small sofa sleeper suitable for small children. Let for 450€/week POOLSIDE cottage is a separate stone building lying at the far end of the summer patio. It offers approx. 55m2. of living space. It is awaiting final renovation with most of the materials to complete All in all a wonderful opportunity to purchase a lovely home with associated income in one of the most attractive areas of France. The property is a mere 3K from a village with all amenities including school, grocers, butchers, bakers, hotel/restaurant/ post office, beauty salons, public tennis and even its own bull ring! The nearest large town of EAUZE, 15 mins drive, offers international grocery shopping and other amenities etc.

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