luxury real estate for sale Ordan-Larroque, France

50 mn from Toulouse-Blagnac airport, near Auch. 140 ha agricultural and forestry estate with 39 ha of farm land, 42 ha meadows, 56 ha of woodland and moors and 3 ha lake. 18th-19th century Mansion with 1 200 sqm (approx.) of tastefully renovated floor space with 20 main rooms and view of lake and hills. Indoor pool. 128 sqm renovated farm house with 4 main rooms. 4 lock-up garages, hayloft, barn, 4 horse stalls, 250 sqm barn for storing wood and 450 sqm heated greenhouse. Ref.: 1920. Energy class: C. To negociate. Fees chargeable to the seller. Consult our scale of fees on our website www.matchimmobilier.fr . MATCH IMMOBILIER 33 (0)5.61.24.91.91

Nestled in the heart of Gers, this spectacularly renovated farmhouse is a masterpiece of architectural excellence. The meticulous restoration, recently completed, showcases exposed stones, a testament to the property's historic charm. The ground floor welcomes you with two salons, each featuring a monumental stone fireplace. Both open onto an expansive terrace with panoramic views. You could transform one of these salons into a luxurious master suite for unparalleled comfort. Ascend a few steps to discover a spacious living area, seamlessly integrating a large open-plan kitchen—a perfect hub for social gatherings. The first floor boasts two generous bedrooms, each with a private bathroom. The farmhouse's second part features an independent guest house with an open kitchen living space and three bedrooms. A beautiful additional master suite gracefully links the two buildings. Possible gite business (subject to necessary permissions) The outdoor spaces are equally impressive, offering a vast panoramic terrace, a large covered terrace with a summer kitchen overlooking the countryside, a pool, a historic pigeonnier, and meticulously landscaped gardens. The estate spans 11 hectares, ensuring complete privacy and endless possibilities. This property embodies prestige and tranquility, offering an unparalleled lifestyle in the heart of Gers.

GERS On the Castéra-Verduzan side, in a small hamlet full of character, this beautiful Gascon house has been tastefully renovated and enjoys lovely views over the rolling countryside. With 265 m² of living space, it is very comfortable thanks to its excellent ecological central heating with an efficient pellet-fired boiler. The house is entered either via the old north-facing entrance door, which opens onto a cosy living room, or via the south-facing garden entrance. The ground floor comprises 2 entrances, a large living room with a pretty stone fireplace and a large bay window, a small TV room, a dining room and a kitchen with French windows opening onto the garden. The first floor comprises 5 bedrooms, each as pretty as the next, a bathroom and a shower room. The 2500 m² grounds include two spacious terraces, an enclosed garden, a secure swimming pool surrounded by wooden decks, a pool house and parking at the far end of the property. This large, bright house is ready to welcome a large family all year round or during the summer months. A real 'coup de coeur'. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

Gers - Near Auch, at the end of a small village, this 18th-century chartreuse with its triangular pediment has been renovated in a contemporary, timeless style. Set in over 3 hectares, it enjoys exceptional panoramic views over the countryside and the Pyrenees mountain range. As soon as you arrive, you'll be seduced by the French garden and the hanging garden on the property's ramparts. With its unparalleled luminosity, this home boasts spacious rooms where the hallmarks of its historic past are naturally integrated: fireplaces, period moldings, marble fountains... a magnificent, comfortable single-storey living space of almost 400 m². All the windows have been replaced and fitted with adjustable sunshades, and the underfloor heating is provided by 2 high-performance heat pumps, making it extremely comfortable. The basement includes a former wine storehouse, a beautiful wine cellar, the boiler room, a 2-car garage and 2 rooms, including a former kitchen. On the west side, magnificent sunsets can be enjoyed by the heated swimming pool, equipped with a protective underwater cover. The poolhouse, with its large bay window, houses a high-tech summer kitchen ideal for summer meals. All in all, an exceptional place to live in the Gers! Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

Extremely rare 13th and 16th century fortified house in the Gers, tastefully renovated and set in 2 hectares of grounds with swimming pool and horse meadow. Beyond the large wrought-iron gate and tree-lined driveway, a large dark wooden porch leads to an inner courtyard with mullioned windows on the facades. An original stone staircase leads to the entrance hall, which leads on the right to a living room with a beautiful fireplace and an old stone sink, probably the former kitchen. On the left is the dining room, also with a beautiful fireplace, and the modern-style kitchen. The ground floor is equipped with underfloor heating connected to the town gas central heating system. The first floor features a second living room and a study with a fireplace in each room, and two night 'wings'. The first is dedicated to guests: 3 en-suite bedrooms and a shower room with walk-in shower. The second wing distributes 2 bedrooms, a bathroom, a toilet and a very pretty master suite illuminated by 2 mullioned windows, where a dressing room has been fitted out in the 'échauguette'. The rest of the building includes several sheds and a large stable, the first floor of which can still be converted and features beautiful mullioned windows. A rare property, in a quiet location not far from all amenities. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

The historic tile factory, dating back to 1870, has been transformed into an enchanting residence featuring two apartments, spanning 420m2 of living space complete with a swimming pool and garden. The main house comprises: - On the ground floor: an entrance hall, kitchen-dining area, cozy sitting room, expansive living room with a striking stone fireplace and large mezzanine, a shower room, a secondary kitchen space, and a laundry room. - Upstairs: four bedrooms, each with its own adjoining shower room or bath. The secondary accommodation offers a delightful and well-appointed living room-kitchen spanning 57m2, with two bedrooms and a bathroom upstairs. The pool area is perfect for relaxation, offering a serene spot to swim and soak up the sun while admiring the Pyrenees mountain range. This exquisite property is ideal for hosting family and friends lavishly. Restored to perfection in 2003, this Gascon house can be utilized as a bed and breakfast or a holiday rental (gîte). Its strategic location serves as a perfect base for exploring the renowned tourist attractions of Gers. The garden, lush and blooming year-round, is complemented by a charming park and a magnificent bicentennial oak tree, sure to captivate your senses. Convenient amenities include a garage and carport. Situated between the bustling town of Vic-Fezensac, famed for its festivals and salsa celebrations, and Mirande, the property lies a mere 20 minutes from Auch, the capital of Gascony, 30 minutes from Marciac, renowned for its jazz scene, and 20 minutes from Lupiac, the birthplace of d'Artagnan. Boasting ample natural light and spacious interiors, this residence seamlessly blends historical charm with the comfort and tranquility of the Gers countryside. For additional photos and information, please don't hesitate to contact us. Les honoraires d'agence sont à la charge de l'acquéreur, soit 3,17% TTC du prix du bien. Les informations sur les risques auxquels ce bien est exposé sont disponibles sur le site Géorisques : www. georisques. gouv. fr. ** ENGLISH SPEAKERS: please note that Capifrance has an international department that can help with translations. To see our range of 20,000 properties for sale in France, please visit our Capifrance website directly. We look forward to finding your dream home!

In the Gers, this wine estate is a family property passed down from generation to generation. The 7 hectares of vines produce one of the best Armagnacs in this region. Very nice stock of very old Armagnac. The estate has a winemaking cellar and an aging cellar as well as a residential house on site. Property sold with operating equipment. The sale price includes a very large stock of Bas Armagnac. NB: The photos do not represent the property.

Welcome to this sublime property offered by your agency Côté Particuliers Auch. This residence includes a spacious main house, an independent apartment and a professional office. With a total area of 472 m2, this residence is nestled in a magnificent wooded park of 1.3 hectares, complete with a swimming pool and a tennis court. Ideally located just 15 minutes from Auch, in the direction of Mirande, this house welcomes you with a remarkable entrance which leads to a large living room of 50 m2, opening onto a terrace with a view of the swimming pool. You will also find a dining room, a separate and fitted kitchen with its scullery, as well as two bedrooms. On the first floor, you will find four large bedrooms, each with its private bathroom, as well as a master suite comprising a bedroom, a dressing room and a bathroom. You will also find an office, an additional bathroom and a WC. A one-bedroom apartment, accessible by a separate entrance, is also on this floor. The second floor houses a last bedroom with its own private bathroom with wc. On the ground floor, you will find an independent professional firm, offering the possibility of using it as is or of transforming it into a studio. This property is equipped with solar panels for the production of electricity and hot water. Heating is provided by town gas, with a wood-burning stove in the living room. The exterior of the property will seduce you with its wooded park, its 12 x 6 meter swimming pool with retractable cover, its welcoming terrace, its tennis court and its well. Finally, a closed garage and an open shelter for two vehicles complete this property. Don't miss this unique opportunity to own this stunning property. Contact our agency Côté Particuliers Auch now to organize a visit and discover all the details of this true haven of peace. Provide embellishment work. Land tax 4119?.

A restored 16th-century chateau in a walled enclosure nestled in 3 5 hectares of grounds, for sale without usufruct, near a quaint village in France’s Gers department. A quiet country lane runs around 1,800 metres from Sarrant up to an electric gate. The chateau is rather isolated, but a stone building standing at one side suggests that the dwelling is not entirely cut off from the rest of the world. Its calm, bucolic surroundings are free from any possible disturbance. The chateau lies on a rocky plateau overlooking its 3.5 hectares of grounds, which are steep in some areas. These beautiful grounds are made up of woods and enclosed meadows. The edifice enjoys absolute privacy behind the high walls that run around it. The seigneurial dwelling is rectangular. It has a ground floor and two upper floors and it leads out onto a south-facing terrace that offers a panoramic view. A polygonal tower adjoins the edifice. Five of this tower’s sides protrude from the dwelling’s north elevation. On the building’s east side, a lower adjoining outhouse with a first floor extends the main section. A square tower marks the walled enclosure’s south-east corner. Two wings extend from the dwelling at a right angle to it, stretching northwards on either side of the courtyard. A covered terrace lies in the court’s north-west section, adjoining the west wing. It offers a shady poolside space for relaxation near the 24-metre-long lap pool that runs alongside the court’s north wall. All the buildings lie around the courtyard. Two towers mark the north corners of the court, which is enclosed by high walls. A carriage entrance in the east wall forms the main entry into the courtyard and a door on the west side leads to stairs that take you to a car port and a stable. On the south and west sides, the land has been turned into a counterscarp. A hexagonal dovecote built in 1630 stands in a meadow that has been turned into a paddock. Two driveways lead up to the property. One takes you straight to the main entrance and the other one runs around the enclosure’s walls to a parking area and the stable on the west side, at a level lower than the wall.

This elegant early 19th century chateau is set within a mature parkland of 11 hectares with numerous trees and views over the surrounding countryside. Currently a variety of businesses are run dependent on the season. The chateau itself is listed as a 10 bedroomed 3*star hotel, a restaurant, holiday chalets and a campsite. Weddings are hosted and it is possible to accommodate 140 guests. The chateau itself retains its character with stained glass windows, chestnut staircase, original tiled and oak floors. The ground floor has a reception area, a guest lounge and dining room, and a one bedroomed apartment. Upstairs there are 10 ensuite bedrooms, each with a quite distinctive feel and all have views over the parkland. There is potential for 2 more, but work would need to be completed to comply with current legislation. The wing has a large kitchen and owners accommodation. There is a separate fully equipped kitchen for the restaurant, an indoor bar and restaurant leading to a large terrace in front of the chateau which provides additional covers in the summer. The chalets, which are all fully equipped for 6 people have 3 bedrooms, an open plan living and dining area and kitchen and a shower room. They all have balconies with bbq's are set away from the chateau with open outlooks over the parkland. The 80 pitches are of varying sizes and orientations, many with electrical link ups, again away from the chateau and some at the perimeter of the parkland. There is a large outbuilding with showers and toilets as well as an area for washing dishes etc. There are play areas for children and 2 swimming pools, one for small children. Around the pools there are extensive sunbathing terraces.

At the end of a long road, a sublime country property set in 9 hectares with magnificent 360° views, secluded and surrounded by organically farmed fields. A rare and privileged location. The 470 m² main house has been renovated to a very high standard. It comprises a beautiful through living room with fireplace and wood-burning stove, a magnificent fully-equipped kitchen opening onto the covered terrace with fireplace and sublime views, a sitting room with open fireplace and access to another terrace with the same views. Also on the ground floor, two bedrooms with en suite shower rooms, a utility room and wc. A splendid stone staircase leads upstairs to a 3rd bedroom with ensuite shower room, and the master bedroom with dressing room and bathroom. All the rooms are through-going and very bright, and the renovation respects and enhances the noble materials. The basement features a beautiful 50 m² cellar with boiler room and wine cellar. Adjoining the house is a 110 m² (1,184 sq ft) flat comprising a 48 m² (482 sq ft) living room with a fitted kitchen, a utility room and a storage room and, upstairs, three bedrooms and a family bathroom. A pleasant swimming pool, lovely trees and a pretty garden surround the house. There is also a 21 m² workshop, a 160 m² shed and a 37 m² dovecote with water and electricity, which could be converted. This superb property in idyllic surroundings will make you dream! Fees to be paid by the seller. Energy class D, Climate class D Estimated average amount of annual energy expenditure for standard use, based on the year's energy prices 2021: between 4790.00 and 6530.00 €. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Geohazards website: georisques.gouv.fr.

In a beautiful environment, close to an attractive tourist and gastronomic town, noble 12th century residence and its 16th century keep. Its total living area is about 1,200 sqm divided into 20 main rooms. THE CHATEAU: Ground floor: Dining room of 40 sqm with tiled fireplace, bright dining room of 80 sqm with tiled and wooden floor, kitchen of 77 sqm with a dining area. Heated indoor swimming pool of 9 x 4.5 metres. Basement: Entrance hall accessible from the inner courtyard: 3 bedrooms, 2 shower rooms, cellar, laundry room. First floor: entrance from the porch through the garden: large living room, office, 2 lounges, library, 3 bedrooms, 3 shower rooms and a dressing room. GUEST HOUSE on one level of 120 sqm. NUMEROUS OUTBUILDINGS including some stables. Very large greenhouse. 135 hectares of land with agricultural land and woods. Small river, pond.

Old Gascon house located in a dominant position with a clear and breathtaking view of the Pyrenees, 5 minutes from Auch. This residence on two levels has a large living room opening onto a terrace facing the south, a large fitted kitchen and two bedrooms with bathroom. The lower level consists of two large bedrooms opening onto the terrace, a bathroom and an office. The property is decorated with a very beautiful 11x5.5 swimming pool covered by a telescopic shelter with a garage and a pond, all on a quiet plot of land of 2800 m2.

In the 16th century, this mansion was a dependency of the castle of Preignan. The master of the place, however, wanted his domain to be autonomous. This is why we find today in the house vestiges of the forge, the miller, as well as very beautiful half-timbered walls. The old courtyard is now a magnificent patio allowing the masters of the place to find a real cozy outdoor nest within the house itself. This Gascon residence is made up of five bedrooms, two bathrooms, a very beautiful living-dining room, as well as two other living rooms. We also find a large garage, a laundry room, and a cellar. For the exteriors: an outbuilding, a large pool house and its swimming pool as well as a very beautiful park not overlooked. To complete these services, the house is located two minutes from all amenities. Indeed, Preignan today offers its residents: schools, restaurants, post office, nurses, doctors etc ... and all this 10 minutes from Auch. Want charm, calm, space without being far from amenities this house is for you...

GERS - VIC-FEZENSAC Located on 4 hectares in a commanding position, this property is the very essence of the classical Renaissance in Gascony. It includes two parts: the medieval castle to be renovated and an adjoining house, built in 1840. Very beautiful architectural elements, including mullioned windows, Doric door, spiral staircase, bretèche, monumental fireplaces, French ceiling. The defensive feature is to be pointed out. The castle includes 4 rooms for a surface of 120m² (60 m² per level) with very beautiful heights under ceiling (4,30m). There is a possible passage to the house. Recent renovation with the help of the Bâtiments de France. The house of approximately 140 m² has 5 main rooms including 3 bedrooms. Entrance, boiler room, kitchen and back kitchen, Garage of 40m², bread oven, and large barn. The roofs and boiler room have been renovated recently. The rest has to be renovated. Energy class: N/A Climate class: N/A Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

- GERS - LAGRAULAS In a commanding position, surrounded by a park with multi-century-old trees, this nuisance-free property is built on the ruins of a former castle. With beautiful architectural features, this luminous home of 640 m² has many rooms on the ground floor. Terrace, outbuildings, swimming pool and beautiful view. The ground floor consists of a vast 94m² cross-shaped hallway which leads to all the rooms on this level, including a 46m² living room, a 30m² dining room, an office library, 6 bedrooms, some with dressing rooms and shower rooms, a kitchen, a laundry room, 2 separate toilets and a separate shower room. On the first floor there are 4 bedrooms, 3 of which with bathrooms, and an separate toilet. The attic has a games room and there is the possibility of adding 3 additional bedrooms. Large 100m² south facing terrace, 12X6m chlorine swimming pool. 200m² outbuilding, workshop and small dovecote. Oil and wood central heating. The roofs have been revised in 2014. This property is in good general condition but needs to be redecorated. All amenities in Vic Fezensac which is 5 km away (school, shops, restaurants, etc.) and 35 minutes from Auch. Suitable as a second home, family house or bed and breakfast. Energy class: N/A Climate class: N/A Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

ON EXCLUSIVITY Historic château at the edge of a village in an unspoilt setting  Overview A tree lined gravel driveway just off a road reveals this impressive historic château in its surrounding mature garden grounds. There has been a château on this site since the 14th century and over the years the château has been renovated and extended in different areas which highlight aspects from a variety of historical periods and a few quirky features. There is extensive accommodation over 3 floors which make it suitable for a variety of purposes. It is enhanced by a walled garden with a large inground swimming pool and terrace and a gîte with its own garden. Overall, its large windows and doors give it a light and airy feel. All areas are immediately usable but some would benefit from further upgrading work and this is reflected in the asking price. Key points Private location yet not far from towns with a range of commerce Traceable history documented locally Spacious airy rooms overlooking the unspoilt grounds Grand stone facade and internally numerous character features Easy access to international airports and motorway The Chateau There is a lot of history attached to the château and a local historian presents this in a book. Externally one can see the tower around which it has been extended and internally the stone arches are a prominent feature on the ground floor and attached barn. There are numerous other character features with large stone fireplaces, oak flooring beams and an impressive wooden staircase. The main rooms are spacious with their high ceilings, large windows open on two walls and panelled flooring. Overall it extends to over 500m2 yet it does not feel unmanageable for a large or extended family who could be self-contained on the top floor. Passing through iron gates at the side is the main entrance which opens into a hallway with the kitchen to one side and a large dining room to the other. The kitchen is modern and fully equipped and there is ample space for informal dining. The dining room houses a long table suitable for large parties. At the end a door leads to a boot room and toilet and another to the garden. On the internal wall is a glass panel which reveals a large older entrance with arched stone openings and the main staircase. Off this area is a large wine cellar/store/ utility room also with the stone arches. The first floor has the main living accommodation - a living room with stone fireplace and doors to the hall and out to a paved terrace with views over the gardens and surrounding countryside, a larger more formal lounge with doors directly onto the terrace and the Juliette balcony to the front of the property, a small study with drinks fridge which overlooks the front, 2 double bedrooms, a bathroom, an adjacent shower room and a small room suitable for a child or study. There is also a large storage area in the former tower. The second floor has a similar layout but is currently presented as a separate apartment with its large lounge, 5 double bedrooms, a bathroom and a separate shower room, a small fitted kitchen and a tower store room. Other buildings Through a gate in the gardens which leads to the swimming pool and its terrace or through the stone barn from the front is a compact and charming gîte with its open plan living/ dining/ kitchen areas and a bedroom and shower room. In addition there are 2 separate large stone barns, one of which has stone arches. They are currently used as storage for agricultural machinery and wood for the two wood burners. The grounds The grounds extend to just over 5 hectares, some of which is set out more formally and other parts are left as natural woodland. It is bounded by a river to the rear at a lower level. There are numerous older trees and features framing the gardens providing an interesting vista from the terraces. The walled garden houses the 12x6m chlorine swimming pool and surrounding terraces. Along the wall are former animal houses which are used for storage etc. To the side and behind the gîte is a grass area which extends to the driveway. The property benefits from a natural water source allowing easy access to water for gardening and the pool. Location The property is well situated to enjoy the benefits of its private situation and rural location yet its proximity to the neighbouring towns for commerce, cultural and sporting activities. The Gers is renowned for its love of good food, wine and Armagnac and there are numerous weekly markets where local produce is sold. The rich cultural heritage can be experienced in the bastide towns and the rolling countryside around it enjoyed. It is possible to take day trips further afield to the Atlantic beaches or to the Pyrenees ski resorts. Toulouse international airport can be reached in 1hr 15 minutes and from there onward travel to Paris and beyond. Bordeaux too is within reach within 2hr 20 minutes. The TGV can be picked up in Agen as can the nearest motorway, the A62 which links to the French autoroute network.

The Landscape This superb Gascon property sits in an elevated position at the end of a long track. There are no near neighbours and views for miles around across the surrounding countryside. To each side, the valley drops gently away, woods and fields dotted all around, as far as the eye can see. The Gardens The gardens were the creation of a local landscape gardener at the start of the restoration project. The line of the land was modified to encompass a tennis court in an elevated position above the swimming pool, and as well as the dozens of roses, shrubs, trees and plants that were incorporated into the scheme, huge boulders or rocks were imported and placed around the pool side. The result is spectacular. The pool is a feat of design and a work of art. Its shape is non symmetrical and the line of water meets the line of the horizon perfectly so that it is possible to “swim into the view and over the horizon.” The waters cascade at the end of the pool into a rivulet and sweep around the side and back into the pool by an ingenious system. There is continual movement of the water. Access to the pool is gentle. The pool slopes down gradually, without steps, so that for younger children it is possible to play safely at the water’s edge. The current owners are keen tennis players, almost to a professional level, and the incorporation of a professional level tennis court was vital to their project. Discreetly located behind a stone wall, and in a raised position above the swimming pool area, a screen of shrubs and trees mask the court from view. A covered terrace area with its own kitchen, and cold beer on tap, provides a vast and shaded area in which to dine, or to relax between matches. From the terrace the tennis- court is almost invisible, the view is predominantly that of the swimming pool. From here it is all to easy to imagine, on our visit to the property, how this property has been used for many years as a place of fun and recreation. Sipping beer, to the gentle and distant sound of yellow balls bouncing on the court; the splash of the water trickling over the edge in the pool; deck chairs placed in sunny spots beside the water’s edge and facing the majestic view. Also of interest in the gardens is the second terrace to the rear, which is accessed directly from the kitchen/main reception area. This covered spot is the owner’s favourite place in which to dine with guests. The property also benefits from a woodshed to the rear and a vast garage/barn area for storage. And now for the house … From the front of the property this is a typical symmetrical and Gascon maison de maitre. When the owners first came to visit it, in their own words it was “pretty much a wreck, requiring gutting and complete recreation from the inside.” Initially the house was joined onto a barn and the restoration of the property has seen the incorporation of the original house and its adjacent stone barn into one fabulous and luxury property. Each internal detail has been thought about, and every item specifically hand-picked for the property down to the last detail. The Entrance The door to the property opens onto a formal entrance hall, with two reception rooms to each side. A wooden staircase leads to two upstairs bedrooms above. At the far end, the entrance hall opens onto the rear dining-room and kitchen area. We note that there are two staircases to the upper level. The first, the wooden staircase rising from the main entrance hall. The second staircase from the bar area, which rises to the mezzanine and an upstairs gallery, which in turn has a door to the rear gardens, and pool area. This property is built on two levels, with each level having access to the lower gardens, and the rear gardens and pool area. Two Formal Reception Rooms (Library, Snug, Music Room… what you will…..) To the front of the property, and from the main door, we enter the original entrance hall, where to the left and right of the door, are the original two reception rooms; once the only habitable rooms in the property. Today, in this original section of the maison de maitre , we open the door onto two beautifully dressed rooms. Both are used as formal reception rooms/ a music room/ reading room. The décor is elegant and timeless, and contrast beautifully with the rear section of the property which has been developed in the original barn. The Kitchen At the end of the hallway, the kitchen is a fantastic example of genius; where the cupboards have been individually designed, including the sink which is a work of art in itself. Hewn from a vast piece of black granite, our current owner jokes: “The artisan who made this, told us that this was the first time he had ever engineered such a gargantuan sink, and that the granite is so heavy, it would also be the last time.” The sink is tapered from a drying area, to two vast sinks, the work top flowing in seamless fashion to each side. With a black Lacanche oven, vital when hosting the large parties of friends and tennis players who come to the house, the kitchen is a design miracle, with a vast amount of storage carefully dissimulated behind hand crafted wooden doors. The Dining Room The kitchen opens onto the main reception/dining- room, with its original fireplace. There is a partial division of the kitchen and the main reception room by a wall which is in essence a row of wooden storage cupboards, to that the light from the kitchen window and the light from the far window of the reception room (overlooking the terrace area) flows between the two spaces. Currently the room is dressed with a long table running before the fireplace, in the traditional Gascon way. The rear wall has seen the incorporation of a large panel of glass, creating an invisible wall between the internal winter dining area and the summer terrace. This fabulous room has been created from the original barn. Behind the kitchen there is access to a downstairs cloakroom, with a fabulous stone sink, and the downstairs laundry- room. La Cave/Bar This property has been designed by a family that clearly loves to party and to entertain in style. It is no surprise that there is a private bar incorporated into the property, with the original beer barrels. A glass and metal window adds a contemporary note to this area, in smart contrast to the thick slabs of stone on the floor. With high ceilings and a view to the mezzanine area above, this is a fabulous party room. A small bar positioned in-front of two vast wine vats, is the perfect place to hang out with friends. With ample space for a dining table, this room provides yet one more place in which to entertain. Set back from this room, and just a few steps from the serving bar, there is a wine cellar. Cool, with a concrete floor, and shelving filled on each side, with the finest wines and spirits; the bar and the wine cellar will delight lovers of fine wines the world over. The Mezzanine/ Library The mezzanine runs as a gallery above the downstairs bar area, and has been fitted with elegant book shelves, to create a library/reading area. Here one can sit and read, while below friends sip wine at the bar. A rear door from the mezzanine opens directly onto the pool area, with its covered terrace and kitchen, tempting readers once more to put down their books, and take a dip in the pool, or sip an ice cold beer. Upstairs Divided into two distinct area, two bedrooms sit to the front of the property in what was once the original maison de maitre. These two rooms overlook the front and side of the property, and share a family bathroom. From the terrace area, two bedrooms share a gorgeous family bathroom, which has all the appeal of a five star hotel bathroom. The master suite has its own vast bathroom, with both a shower (created from a wine vat, circular in shape) and a sumptuous bathtub. The main bedroom also has a flight of wooden stairs leading to a room above, in the style of a Duplex apartment. There are two separate WCs on the first floor. In addition to the impression one has in this property of having come to stay at a luxury retreat (the bathrooms are truly a work of art and some of the most lovely bathrooms we have seen here at BLISS) there is also a dinky circular cupboard area on the landing, which opens out into mini kitchen, for tea and coffee, with a small round copper sink. Also on the landing, for the storage of all those lovely Indian cotton towels and bed-sheets, there are vast cupboard areas, which (as every cupboard in the house) have been individually designed by the finest carpenters. For further information, please contact Bliss Immobilier.

GERS near Vic Fezensac, lovely views over rolling countryside and the Pyrenees for this secluded property in a dominant position on over 14 hectares of woods and meadows, comprising a recently renovated house with swimming pool, an old farmhouse and a large garage. The main house offers 189 m² of living space, including 3 bedrooms on the ground floor and one upstairs, a lovely fully-equipped kitchen and a magnificent cathedral-style living room in exposed stone with large bay windows opening onto a wooden terrace with uninterrupted views over the countryside. The swimming pool is just below the wooden terrace. The house also has a covered terrace to the east. Heating is provided by a heat pump and recent electric storage heaters. The former farmhouse or janitor's cottage offers approx. 85 m² of living space on one level (entrance hall, kitchen, living room, bedroom and bathroom) + 3 rooms for restoration, a terrace and a former stable and its L-shaped hayloft spanning approx. 130 m² of floor space. A large 76 m² garage completes the property. The property is accessed via a private driveway. Whether used as a secondary or main residence, this property will appeal to those in search of open spaces overlooking nature. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr