Prayssac, Lot, France

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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