Description

Set in a wonderfully peaceful and private position, this beautifully renovated country house with swimming pool and extensive mature gardens dates from 1835 and combines authentic French character with stylish, comfortable modern living.

The property stands alone along a tranquil country lane which continues down to a large stream. From here, it is possible to walk along the water to the nearby hamlet, just 300 metres away, with its own boulangerie.

Meticulously restored to a very high standard, the house is exceptionally light and airy, with exposed beams, generous rooms, a superb bespoke kitchen and an impressive double-height living room. There are also attractive views towards the Pyrenees.

Currently arranged as a four-bedroom family home, the flexible layout allows part of the first floor to be separated from the main accommodation to create a completely private guest apartment with its own external access. This could be ideal for visiting family, independent guest accommodation or a gîte/holiday rental project.

The fully fenced grounds provide excellent privacy and security for children and pets and include beautifully established gardens, mature parkland, a wildflower meadow, covered dining terrace and a 9.5m x 4.5m swimming pool.

Ground Floor:
Entrance hall – 8.3m²
Ground-floor bedroom – 16.5m², double aspect
Bespoke kitchen/dining room – 35m², beautifully fitted in deep green with central island and dining area; south-facing window and door opening onto the courtyard
Double-height living room – 39m², with exposed beams, underfloor heating and secondary staircase; windows overlooking the courtyard and French doors opening onto the dining terrace
Utility room – 6.8m², with good storage and plumbing for appliances
Contemporary shower room – 6.4m², with walk-in shower, washbasin and WC
Door through to a large integral garage, housing the De Dietrich oil-fired boiler. The boiler provides domestic hot water and has two independently controlled heating circuits – one serving the radiators and the other the underfloor heating.

First Floor:
Landing – 3.6m², with south-facing window overlooking the courtyard and views towards the Pyrenees
Bedroom 1 – 17.6m², double aspect
Principal bedroom – 19.4m²
Dressing room – 12.8m²
Principal bathroom – 5.2m², with shower, washbasin and WC
A door from the dressing room leads to a second landing and an additional section of the house which can either remain part of the main accommodation or be closed off to provide a private, independent apartment.

This area comprises:
Snug / fifth bedroom, with large picture windows overlooking the meadow and raised vegetable beds, plus a door and staircase leading directly down to the garden
Bedroom 4
Shower room, with shower, washbasin and WC
The independent exterior access makes this particularly versatile accommodation, whether used for guests, extended family, a home office or potential holiday letting.

Gardens, Grounds & Swimming Pool:
The outside space is a particular feature of the property, offering a mixture of established gardens and more natural countryside.
Extensive mature, well-stocked gardens and parkland
Fully fenced grounds, providing privacy and security for children and pets
Separate wildflower meadow, ideal for chickens, goats or a small number of sheep
Swimming pool approximately 9.5m x 4.5m, with tiled surround and space for sun loungers
Covered terrace opening from the courtyard, ideal for breakfast, outdoor dining and shady summer lunches
Raised vegetable beds
Stream and countryside walks nearby
Boulangerie approximately 300 metres away
Attractive views towards the Pyrenees

Reference: MM 2411 SD
Location: Masseube
Rooms: 7
Bedrooms: 4
Bathroom: 3
Property tax: 1 600 € /year
Plot size: 43 a 07 ca
Sanitation: Individual compliant
Openings: Wood/Single glazing
Swimming pool: Yes
Heating: Fuel oil/Individual
Terrace surface: 30 m²
Interior condition: Excellent
Kitchen: Fitted and equipped
View: Mountain
Exposure: South
Description of the pool: 9.5×4.5
Levels (incl. ground floor): 2

Energy class D 174, Climate class D 30
Estimated average amount of annual energy expenditure for standard use, based on the year’s energy prices 2021: between 2990.00 and 4120.00 €.
Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Geohazards website: georisques.gouv.fr.