luxury properties for sale Oloron-Sainte-Marie, France

This substantial stone farmhouse with its adjoining guest cottage enjoys 360º views of the rolling Béarnaise countryside and Pyrenees mountains.  Dating back to circa 1650, this ensemble boasts an authentic family home of 250m2 consisting of a private south-facing courtyard entrance, entrance hallway, dining room with adjoining scullery; a dining kitchen, large sitting room with stone fireplace and arched doors opening into the courtyard where there is a bespoke covered terrace.  The first floor offers a master bedroom suite consisting of a large bedroom with a cathedral ceiling of 4.7m, an en-suite shower room, a dressing room and a small library.  A second large bedroom of 32m2 and a family bathroom completes the first floor.   The second floor houses a large home bar / entertaining room and an attic area, both of which would serve as two additional bedrooms.  The guest cottage (105m2) is situated on the east side of the property and offers a large open plan kitchen and living room with woodturning stove.  The first floor offers a master bedroom with en-suite shower room; a double bedroom and the family bathroom. The second floor offers two further bedrooms one of which has en-suite bathroom.  The ensemble sits in over one hectare of land with 360º views.  Both dwellings have private mature gardens.  The 12x6m pool was installed in 2007 and has unspoilt views over the the rolling countryside. Situated on the hills above the lovely village of Lucq de Bearn with its beautiful abbey, weekly market and annual Art festival. The property is situated off a quiet rural lane, just 5 minutes from Monein  and 10 minutes from the 14C fortified town of Navarrenx, classed as one of the most beautiful villages of france!  The beautiful historic city of Pau, its airport and international school can be reached in just over half an hour. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the website Géorisques - https://www.georisques.gouv.fr

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Secluded behind high walls and wrought iron gates, this imposing 18th century castle has retained its period atmosphere and has a wealth of original features, such as carved oak interior doors; oak paneling and cabinets; authentic fireplaces; Period custom windows with interior shutters and original floors. In addition, the castle benefits from a new slate roof, installed in 2021; a high energy efficiency heat exchange pump (with an emergency oil boiler) and mains drainage. The castle is naturally bright thanks to its period windows and each room has a double or triple aspect. Accommodation is spread over three floors. The main entrance is located at the rear west of the castle where there is a large car park with a double carport. The imposing entrance hall leads directly into the dining room with doors leading to the east facing rear park. To the right is the elegant drawing room with its marble fireplace, ornate paneled walls and period eight-high windows with window seats. The kitchen is to the left of the dining room and has direct access to the large south-facing terrace. A clock room and a boiler room complete the ground floor accommodation. A majestic stone staircase, with custom wrought iron railing, rises from the entrance hall to the first and second floors. On a first “semi-landing”, there is a large double bedroom with a bathroom and toilet. The master bedroom, overlooking the rear grounds, has exquisite oak paneling and cabinets; A period fireplace and a magnificent custom oak floor. A large bathroom is shared between the master bedroom and its neighboring double bedroom. The second floor offers four further bedrooms (one with en-suite) and a family shower room. The mature park extends to 1.3HA and borders a small stream. The 6x15m salt water swimming pool is conveniently located behind an original wall on the south-east side of the gardens. Located just 20 minutes from the beautiful historic city of Pau, its airport and its international school. The seaside resort of Biarritz; the ski slopes of the Pyrenees and the Spanish border can be reached in less than an hour's drive. Tarbes airport 40 minutes; Biarritz airport one hour away and Bordeaux and Toulouse airports less than two hours away. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the website Géorisques - https://www.georisques.gouv.fr

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The advertiser did not provide an english description for this listing.

The advertiser did not provide an english description for this listing.

Ideally located 20 minutes from PAU, vast equestrian estate with many assets: 11 ha including 6 ha of meadow, 640 m2 covered stable: 10 boxes, 3 stalls, tack room, fodder area and shower. Carrière 60 x 40 m, outbuildings and large dwelling house. Facing due south with uninterrupted views of the Pyrenees, this 19th century Béarnaise farmhouse enjoys a dominant position and offers a total floor surface area of 220 m2 over three levels. The interior has been meticulously restored, with a B classification for energy efficiency, enabling energy costs to be kept under €600 per year. The ground floor comprises a living room, open-plan kitchen, storeroom and shower room. The top floor comprises a large master suite with dressing room, shower room and whirlpool bath. 2 magnificent 20 m2 terraces, 6 kilowatts of solar panels and a new Viessmann wood-fired boiler, complete this attractive property. Selling price: 535 000 euros Fees at seller's expense Energy class: B Climate class: A Estimated annual energy costs for standard use: between 720 euros and 1 050 euros per year. Prices indexed to January 1, 2021. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

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This elegant and quintessentially French Château is an exceptional find in this region.  The beautiful historic city of Pau with its International school can be reached in 20 minutes and its airport is a mere 15 minutes’ drive away.     Dating back to the early nineteenth century, the classic architecture boasts a wonderful central fronton sympathetically supported by its symmetrical façade. Framing the main façade is a wing surmounted by a working bell tower to the west and a square tower to the east.  The château sits at the end of a long and majestic avenue of ancient oaks, residing in the centre of 7.7 hectares (circa 17acres) of immaculate grounds. This enormously appealing chateau, with its imposing reception rooms and large principal bedrooms makes it ideal for entertaining, while its over 450m² is sufficiently manageable to allow it to be used as a family home or secondary residence. Since their ownership in 2013, the proprietors have significantly upgraded the château, employing specialist artisans, and the property now offers a perfect retreat for an owner searching peace of mind.  The ensemble includes the chateau; a large open-fronted garage; a substantial barn (234 m2) set within its own partially walled garden complete with a separate entrance; a 5x10m swimming pool and a sympathetically built pool-house with picon tiled roof. Two working wells and a spring complete this stunning property. The immediate grounds of 3.4 hectares have been extensively landscaped to create a perfect balance of gardens, meadows and woodlands. The formal gardens, amongst the prettiest in Bearn, include numerous water features; rose ladened pergolas; brimming flower beds and specimen trees. Apples, pears, figs, pomegranates, and feijoas add to the bounty. A large, fenced field of 4.3 hectares provides additional privacy and opportunity for equestrian pursuits or grazing livestock.  This splendid château, with its elegant proportions and beautifully light-filled rooms, is ideally situated just 20 minutes from the beautiful historic city of Pau; one hour from the coastal resort of Biarritz and within one hour’s drive of the ski slopes of the Pyrenees mountains. Pau airport 15 minutes (with multiple daily flights to Paris); Lourdes / Tarbes airport 30 minutes; Biarritz airport one hour and Toulouse & Bordeaux airports under 2 hours drive. Viewing is highly recommended and French Character Homes is delighted to be marketing this exceptional property! Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the website Géorisques - https://www.georisques.gouv.fr