Magnificent Manor, bathed in daylight, dating from the XV and XVII centuries, recently restored, with 350 sq m of living space and 175 sq m of attic, on 5 hectares of land with several different species of trees. Set on the edge of a hamlet, with only 6 houses, in the calm and quiet countryside, rest and peace are assured for nature lovers
The property and its outbuilding, a barn, 250 sq m ground surface, dating from 1823, a dovecote, and a keeper’s lodge, are built around an interior courtyard paved with smooth stones, on a hill overlooking two valleys and has exceptional views over the beautiful Limousin countryside for 30 kilometres. The stones in the courtyard date from the Renaissance period and it also has a beautiful fig tree.
The land has its own spring, which flows into its original hand carved tube and gives out 8 cubic metres of water per day, from this tub it flows into a pond and through an updated water system over the land. Amongst the trees there are 5 walnut trees, apple, cherry, laurel and chestnut trees as well as a magnificent 500 year old yew tree which is registered with the local historical society. Also there are 6 grapevines, 150 years old, golden white and Muscat plants.
The Manor:
The restoration of this manor was carried out by craftsmen, between 2005 and 2007, hence all the historical aspects are intact and at the same time the modern comfort is present, with walls of one metre thick, it is warm in winter and cool in summer, and ceilings of 3.5 to 4 metres high.
The entrance is into the kitchen and dinning room: 72 sq m
Kitchen: modern and fully equipped, with white lacquered cupboards and good quality domestic appliances. The kitchen can be dismantled without leaving any traces in this beautiful room
Dinning room, with two exits, one onto the courtyard and the second onto a private garden, has the original wood beams (9 metres long), exposed stone walls and Italian ceramic floor tiles. This room has a XVII century fireplace
Original kitchen: 65 sq m, with a ‘Briques d’Espagne’ tiled floor and an imposing fireplace, 6 metres wide, dating from the 16th century which is sculpted in wood, a magnificent work of art. It is in perfect working order and still carries the Coat of Arms of the family.
Stairway, dating from the Renaissance period leads to the floors of the manor, hand carved, and each step is individually carved in one piece of wood.
1st Floor: the stairway leads up to a
Reception Room: 72 sq m, with the original woodwork and beams on the ceiling, this is 3.5 metres high, and a brick fireplace in working order. Once again this room is bathed in light with 4 large widows overlooking the courtyard and countryside.
Bathroom: is recently installed, but the original features of the old manor washroom have been kept. Exposed stone walls and an exotic wood floor
Bedroom: 37 sq m, double exposition with wood beams and the original wood floor. The bathroom adjoins the bedroom.
Music Room: 65 sq: m with triple exposition, mainly southwest, permits a beautiful panoramic view over the country side and sunsets. This room has exposed stone walls and its original wood beamed ceiling which has been beautifully restored.
Attic: 250 sq m, this is an incredible work of art, built by hand in the 17th century wood peg by wood peg.
Out buildings:
The Barn: 250 sq m ground surface was built in 1823 and is 12 metres high, it is built in stone and could be converted into a total of 750 sq m of living space on 3 floors
Keepers Lodge: 45 sq m,
Dovecote: this beautiful dovecote overlooks the western entrance, onto the courtyard, of the property
Environment:
This exceptional and historical Manor set in the countryside is a dream for lovers of history and nature. This Manor is exceptional because of the quality of the restoration which has been carried out by the owners; exceptional because of its position, on a hill with magnificent views over two valleys of the beautiful Limousin countryside.
Its size is such that it can be kept either as a family home or for some one with a project in mind, wanting the quiet and calm of the countryside, but also near an airport and a motorway
Limoges: 26 km: Airport
Train to Paris
A20 motorway: 6 km
Schools at 5 minutes by school buses
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