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Aquitaine, Dordogne, Le Bourdeix, France

€821,500
Leggett Immobilier, France
PROPERTY TYPE

House

BEDROOMS

8

BATHROOMS

5

SIZE

4,365 sq ft

406 sq m

Key features

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Panoramic views
  • Hamlet property
  • Oil fuelled heating
  • Woodburner(s)
  • Barns - outbuildings
  • Electricity on site
  • Detached
  • Good condition

Description

A33746SGE24 - The main house 228,69m2 features a distinctive architectural detail above the entrance: a "guetteur," or Gothic granite window seat, located on the first floor. The house was originally fortified with narrow arrow-slit windows, designed to provide defensive protection while limiting exposure.

The entrance opens into a welcoming hall, where a staircase leads to the first floor. To the right of the hall, you’ll find a bathroom, a separate shower room, and an additional WC.

On the left is the kitchen and dining area, an impressive 49m2 space adorned with massive oak and chestnut beams spanning the ceiling. The floor, an ancient *pisé* surface, is composed of pale coffee-colored river pebbles arranged in a mosaic pattern symbolizing water (drops), the sun (circles), and the moon. There is plenty of room for a kitchen table. The kitchen also boasts a grand open fireplace and was renovated in 2021, featuring modern appliances powered by bottled gas.

A south-facing door leads from the kitchen to a terrace shaded by a pergola entwined with a thriving vine. A modern sundial, carved in stone and inscribed with the phrase *“Le soleil est Rapyde”*—a wordplay on time and the location—adds a unique touch. The south-facing façade of the house stretches over 40 meters in length.

Adjoining the kitchen/dining area is a spacious sitting room, also 49m2. This cozy retreat also includes a wood-burning stove and built-in bookcases.

On the first floor, there are 4 bedrooms plus a children's bedroom. One of the bedrooms has an shower room adn WC.

The 2nd house, 113,24m2, offers a spacious open-plan sitting, dining, and kitchen area, complete with a wood-burning stove and oil fuelled central heating for year-round comfort. Plus you will find a bathroom and two bedrooms plus a further sitting room at the rear of the property. Attached to this house is a large Barn of 290m2. Within the barn is a handy utility area for laundry and a workshop.

The third house 63.48m2 is formerly the pig sties. It is a charming long, narrow building featuring a combined kitchen, dining, and sitting area, warmed by a modern wood-burning stove.

A corridor leads to a WC, shower, and the master bedroom. Above the bathroom, a small attic bedroom can be accessed via a ladder, providing additional sleeping space.

Double-glazed sliding doors open onto a 14-meter-long terrace, adorned with an elegant iron railing. Steps descend to the east-facing terrace lawn and garden, seamlessly connecting indoor and outdoor spaces.

The east-facing terrace offers an uninterrupted view stretching to the horizon, with only a single light visible at night, creating a serene and tranquil atmosphere.

Additionally you will find another barn and an old bread oven which has been converted to provide a further bedroom, if required,

The salt water pool, measuring 12x6 meters, is surrounded by 90m² of flagstone paving, providing ample space for sunbeds and relaxation. For safety and convenience, a large rolling shutter covers the pool at night.

Adjacent to the pool is a small pool house, equipped with a WC and storage for sunbed mattresses, pool filters, pumps, and other equipment.

Set in a secluded location, the pool enjoys a south-facing view over the valley’s forested hills, ensuring complete privacy for sunbathers.

Bordering the pool is an orchard with a wall of thornless loganberries, as well as apple and fig trees. At the far end, a tranquil sunken water garden, fed by a natural spring, adds to the serene atmosphere.

The grounds of Rapy are thoughtfully tended, with paths leading to a small lake in the valley. An arboretum showcases about 40 varieties of trees, including Acers, dogwoods, Davidia, Paulownia, and tulip trees. A standout feature is the east hill, planted with flowering apples, pears, cherries, and plums. In spring, this area transforms into a tapestry of blossoms and a carpet of bluebells and wildflowers reminiscent of medieval *mille-fleurs* designs.

The property's greatest luxury is its tranquility, privacy, and closeness to nature. Despite its serene seclusion, it is conveniently located. Nontron, just a 10-minute drive away, offers amenities like three large supermarkets, bakeries and a local market each saturday morning.

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Aquitaine, Dordogne, Le Bourdeix, France

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Distances are straight line measurements
  • Limoges(International)
    32.8 miles
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    52.3 miles
  • Poitiers (Biard)(International)
    71.8 miles
  • Bordeaux (Mérignac)(International)
    83.1 miles

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About Leggett Immobilier, France

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Leggett Immobilier is a family business that was started 20 years ago and founded on the genuine belief that French estate agency could be done better – today this still holds true. Indeed, this belief was validated last year when we were crowned "Best Estate Agency in France" at a prestigious awards ceremony in London.

All of our agents live and work in France and have excellent local knowledge, covering both their area and local property prices. Clients are given a single point of contact who is dedicated to helping them make the right decision and to be by their side throughout the purchase process. Our in-house contracts team are experienced in dealing with local notaires and have overseen the purchase of over €1bn of French property - they will ensure that the sale progresses smoothly and our fully bilingual team will guide you through all legal documentation.

With over 600 agents spread across the country we like to think that we are now the leading international estate agency in France, last year around one in ten of all UK buyers of French property trusted us to help them. However, the company’s size and success has not altered the fact that we are a family business who pride ourselves on professionalism and friendliness.

Local knowledge is invaluable when buying in a foreign country. Leggett provides this knowledge - nearly all of our agents have lived through a move themselves and have been trained to deal with any issue or question that might arise. This training includes a three day, residential, course, further "advanced" training and access to our head office team who keep abreast of all changes in French property law and legislation.

It is this, unique, “hand-holding” approach that has helped build the foundations of our company. No other agency in France takes such care of a client before, during and after a property is purchased.

The system for buying a property in France can be complex but is regarded as being one of the safest in the world – the French like "red tape" but not much surprises us now.

With over 20 years of experience, we have the knowledge to aid with legal matters, help with finance, and even ensure that you have all the essential services connected when you make the move to your new home.

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