31440 st-beat, France

Situated in the centre of a historic Pyrenean village, 10 minutes from the Spanish border, you will find this magnificent renovated house, over 200 years old, with a courtyard and large terrace.An excellent holiday home with great rental potential.
With stunning views over the Garonne and surrounding mountains, across the border in Bossost there are 3 Michelin * restaurants with superb cuisine.This property has been carefully renovated to retain its magnificent character whilst incorporating modern comforts.
Situated in the centre of a historic Pyrenean village, 10 minutes from the Spanish border, you will find this beautifully renovated house over 200 years old with a courtyard and large terrace.The house is ideal for a family or holiday home, but could also be used as a chambre d'hôtes or gîte (investment). The B&B in the village closed 7 years ago due to bereavement, making way for a new establishment aimed at tourists and skiers in the area.The accommodation comprises
GROUND FLOORThis light and airy level comprises a large open-plan living room and kitchen, a utility/laundry room, a cloakroom and a WC. To the rear of the house, two double-glazed doors provide access to the outside courtyard. Two air conditioning units have been installed for heating, cooling and dehumidification.Entrance vestibule (3.2 m2)The house is entered through a double entrance door that leads to an enclosed vestibule with a Pyrenean marble floor. A second set of double-glazed doors acts as a climate barrier and entrance to the main house. It houses a centralised switchboard for all electrical functions, satellite/cable TV and CAT-5 Ethernet.
Large open-plan living room and kitchen (41.5 m2)The ground floor offers a large open-plan lounge and gourmet kitchen. New ceramic tiling (2021) has been installed, but the historic Pyrenean marble pathway has been retained. The living room has been fitted with an eco-friendly pellet stove in the original fireplace. The room is adorned with original floor-to-ceiling cupboards, with ornamental plaster reliefs and neoclassical details. Three ornamental plaster faces can be seen above the fireplace (we believe these to be the faces of the family who originally built the house). The living room is illuminated by a large chandelier suspended from a ceiling rose.
The kitchen was designed in 2021 with a huge central island in French oak housing a copper sink, dishwasher, microwave and numerous drawers with customised storage. Above the central island are two crystal and copper light fittings that bring the room to life.
The kitchen includes a 110 cm Falcon Elise double oven (made by Rangemaster) in slate grey, with a separate grill and warming drawer, an induction hob (€4,900), an adapted drainage system and an American-style side-by-side fridge. The original wood-burning fireplace serves as a backdrop to the kitchen. The kitchen is wired for satellite/cable TV, and CAT-5 ethernet (for TV/Internet).
Cloakroom (9.8 m2)This room has new ceramic tiling that extends from the lounge to unify the space. It's the perfect place to store winter coats and boots, bikes and skis when you come in from the cold. It has an enclosed fireplace and a crystal chandelier.
WC (2.6 m2)Adjacent to the cloakroom is a newly designed and installed WC with wash basin, new tiled floor, new toilet and ambient wall heating.Utility room/pantry (9.4 m2)This room has a newly installed hot water tank and is the focal point of the house's plumbing.
StaircaseAt the rear of the ground floor is a large staircase with curved banisters and original railings that match those found in the village hall. The staircase is illuminated by light fittings located on the two first-floor landings and by a huge window.
Courtyard (43 m2)The courtyard is a flexible space that serves as an herb garden, three-season dining room and hot tub. The high privacy wall is fitted with windows offering views of the Garonne. Covered patio (6.70 m2) with original marble sink - Original outdoor fireplace, hearth and bread oven for autumn evenings - Wood store (4.35 m2) - Spring with pump installed - Small store for gardening equipment (1 m2) - Water taps, electrical sockets and outdoor lighting - Whirlpool with dedicated electrical socket - Spiral staircase leading to first-floor terrace.
FIRST FLOORThe first floor consists of a landing, three main rooms which could all be used as bedrooms and a main bathroom. The main bathroom has new ceramic tiling and the other rooms have 13mm thick French ash planks which were milled locally and installed by a craftsman.The three main rooms have been wired for satellite/cable TV and CAT-5 Ethernet (for TV/Internet) and are equipped with air conditioning for heating, cooling and dehumidification. The landing and the three main rooms have been fitted with panelling and picture rails to house the recently refurbished electrical systems.
Landing (8.2 m2)The landing is lit by a huge window at the back of the house and a lantern-style light fitting that fits in well with the age and style of the house.
Master bedroom (21.6 m2)The master bedroom features an original floor-to-ceiling wardrobe, fitted with shelves for additional hanging or folding storage, which surrounds an enclosed fireplace with ornamental plaster details. The plasterwork on the mantel bears the initials of a family that once lived in this house. The other three walls are decorated with panelling and picture rails. The double-glazed, ceiling-high windows offer a view of the village and the neighbouring château. A large chandelier lights up the space.
Master dressing room (2.7 m2)To make the most of the space, a former small bathroom has been converted into a dressing room with drawers, shelves and hanging storage.
Main bathroom (12.3 m2)Formerly a kitchen, the main bathroom is large and luxurious. It includes a magnificent white bath with chrome lion's paws under ceiling-high double-glazed windows overlooking the Garonne, a toilet, a large walk-in shower and two washbasins housed in a salvaged antique sideboard that was chosen to enhance the neoclassical details of the house. The bathroom features high-end retro chrome fixtures, ornate mirrors, beautiful light fittings and recessed ceiling lighting. A large slate-grey retro wall radiator completes the room and warms up the space beautifully.
Art studio (13.4 m'2)The art studio receives plenty of natural light from a large double-glazed ceiling-high window and a double-glazed glass door leading to an upper terrace. It has an enclosed fireplace with ornate plaster detailing, an original cupboard, panelling and picture rails. The room is illuminated by a crystal chandelier beneath a rose window.
Library (18.3 m2)The library is a beautifully sunlit room, with lovely ornamental plaster details reminiscent of the neoclassical period, original floor-to-ceiling cupboards, an enclosed fireplace, two double-glazed ceiling-high windows, panelling and picture rails, and a spectacular crystal chandelier.
First floor terrace (15.4 m2)The sunny first-floor terrace overlooks the Garonne and the magnificent Pyrenees mountains.The views are incomparable. In spring and summer, the view is lush and green. In autumn, the hills and mountains turn orange, red and yellow. In winter, the landscape is covered in snow and the mountain peaks are spectacular.A barbecue is cleverly linked to the fireplace below. New lighting and electrical sockets have been installed. The spiral staircase leads up to the courtyard.
SECOND FLOORThe second floor comprises a landing, a study, two guest bedrooms, a bathroom, a toilet and access to the attic. With the exception of the bathroom and toilet, which are covered in recently laid ceramic tiles, the floor is made of 13 mm thick French ash planks, milled locally and laid by a craftsman.All three bedrooms on this floor are wired for satellite/cable TV and CAT-5 ethernet (for TV/Internet) and have air conditioning for heating, cooling and dehumidification. All rooms on the second floor benefit from reinforced insulation and new wall cladding.
Landing (7.4 m2)The landing at the top of the stairs is lit by a huge window at the back of the house and an additional light fitting.
Study (17.5 m2)To the right of the top of the stairs is a study. It has a small window overlooking the Garonne with a view of the Pyrenees.
Guest bedroom 1 (23.7 m2)This room is very large, with a double-glazed window and views of the village and château.
Guest room 2 (19.6 m2)This room is also very large and has a double-glazed window with views to the south.
Bathroom (6.5 m2)The renovated bathroom has a window overlooking the Garonne, ceramic tiles, a spacious shower, two washbasins and a wall-mounted radiator.
WC (1.8 m2)The adjoining WC has a new ceramic floor, a new WC and new walls.
Attic (65 m2)
The attic is currently used as a carpentry workshop and storage space. It also houses the whole house's ventilation system. It has original stone walls at each end, recent insulation and four new Velux windows for light and air circulation. The loft could be transformed into a wonderful second living room (see homestaging example below). It has been wired for satellite/cable TV, and CAT-5 ethernet (for TV/internet).This property has been carefully renovated to retain its beautiful character whilst incorporating modern conveniences. Renovations include:
This property has been carefully renovated to retain its magnificent character while incorporating modern comforts. Renovations include:* New air-conditioning system in all living areas and bedrooms with heating, cooling and dehumidification.* New electrical system compliant with French electrical code and centralised switchboard* Satellite/cable TV and CAT-5 ethernet (for TV and internet) throughout the house. * New plumbing system compliant with the French plumbing code* New large capacity hot water tank* Ecological wood pellet stove in the living room* VMC throughout the house for air circulation* New flooring throughout the house* Completely renovated bathroom and toilet* Whirlpool bath for four people* New open plan kitchen* Insulation on the second floor and attic* New Velux windows in the attic* New paint and decor throughout the house
Toulouse and Tarbes/Lourdes airports are 1h15 away and Montrejeau station, the motorway, Bossost in Spain and Luchon are 20 minutes away, making it an ideal location for a bed and breakfast.It is perfectly situated to enjoy skiing, unrivalled hiking, camping, cycling and other outdoor activities.Ski Information- 16 minutes from Le Mourtis ski resort (11 km)- 22-min from Superbagnères ski resort (20 km)- 45-min from Peyragudes ski resort (35 km)- 50-min from Baqueira/Beret in Spain (48 km)