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A truly idyllic retreat for someone looking for complete peace and tranquility in some quite spectacular surroundings. This exquisitely renovated Basque farmhouse provides the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the unspoiled countryside and breathtaking views of the Pyrenees mountains. Situated deep in the countryside, yet just 10 minutes from its local town of Barcus; the property is reached via a small but well maintained country road ending at this secluded and entirely private location.
The Estate includes the renovated farmhouse which has recently undergone a professional renovation into the attached barn, now providing a magnificent 98m2 dining kitchen, plus utility room and workshop. Beautiful Travertine tiling extends seemlessly into the sitting room with open fireplce. A double bedroom, shower room and WC can also be found on the ground floor, with three more double bedrooms; the master with a private en-suite bathroom, and a family bathroom on the first floor. A guest annex, entirely independent, can be found on the first floor of the attractive stone barn, comprising of a sitting room, bedroom and shower room. The ground floor level, destined to become a salle de sport / gymnasium.
The farmhouse has undergone complete restoration over recent years to include upgraded electrics, a central heating boiler, double glazing, a new septic tank and new slate roofs on all buildings. The ensemble sits in almost an acre of low maintenance gardens with a heated, security covered pool and breathtaking views of the rolling countryside and Pyrenees mountains
The undulating countryside surrounding the area is known for its outstanding natural beauty – ideal for walking, cycling or painting holidays. The nearby village of Barcus can be reached in 10 minutes and is equipped with a boulangerie, a butcher and a small grocery store and 2 restaurants; including a popular Michelin Guide restaurant, whilst the larger towns of Oloron Sainte Marie and Mauleon-Licharre offer a wider choice of facilities within a 20 minute drive.
ACCOMMODATION SUMMARY | |
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Habitable Space : 290 m² | No of Rooms Total : 8 |
No. Reception Rooms : 2 | No. of Bedrooms : 5 |
Bathrooms : 2 | Shower Rooms : 2 |
W.Cs : 4 | Utility Room : Yes |
Heating Method : Oil Fired Central Heating / Wood Burners | |
Hot Water Method : Electric and Boiler |
SITUATION | |
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Location : Barcus - Soule Basque Country | |
View : Breathtaking Views -Country and Mountains | |
Secteur : Aquitaine | Orientation : South / East |
CONSTRUCTION | |
Year : 19th Century | Type : Stone |
Roof : Slate. Excellent Condition | |
SERVICES | |
Tele / ADSL : Yes / Yes | Drainage : Septic Tank |
Glazing : Partial double glazing | Eco Features : Double Glazing |
GROUNDS | |
Land Area : 3,639 m² | Boundary : Enclosed |
Tax Fonciere : € 1974.00/yr | Garden Well : Yes |
Garage : Yes Workshop 35m2 | Car Port : Yes 27.5m2 |
Terrace : Yes | |
Swimming Pool : 12M x 3.5M Heated. Electric Security Covered | |
Outbuildings : Guest Annex, Salle de Gym, Car Port, Workshop | |
GITE / OUTBUILDING DESCRIPTION | |
Guest annex comprising 33.5m2 on the upper floor; bedroom, shower room, sitting room and 42.5m2 on the ground floor offering potential to convert into an independent gite. Workshop / garage of 34.5m2. |