Beautifully Restored Chateau with Farmhouse, Pool

Ariege 09, Midi-Pyrenees

€1,236,000

Agency Fees Included? Yes

Property details

Ref:

8219

Property type:

Chateau

Location:

Region Volvestre, quiet but only 10 mins to small town. Carbonne 20 mins.

Region:

Midi-Pyrenees

Département:

Ariege 09

Habitable Space:

1035 m²

Summary

Charming, beautifully restored chateau, (circa 12 – 17th century) 800m2 with renovated farmhouse 235m2, many large outbuildings, swimming pool and 25 hectares of land.

Property description

Charming, beautifully restored chateau, (circa 12 – 17th century) 800m2 with renovated farmhouse 235m2, many large outbuildings, swimming pool and 25 hectares of land. Situated on the borders of the Haute Garonne and the Ariège in an outstanding tranquil position, with superb panoramic views of the Pyrenees and the surrounding countryside.
Chateau 800m2 : Stunning grand entrance hall 38m2 with original diamond-patterned tiled and hardwood floor and sweeping oak staircase. Light and airy summer salon / dining room 49m2, with chestnut floor , fireplace, and French windows to south facing terrace. Winter salon 55m2 with large original fireplace and 'tomettes' – (terracotta tiles) floor, tower room 11m2, library 14m2, office/study 10m2, charming part fitted kitchen/breakfast room 42m2 with Aga, tiled floor and dining area with open fireplace. Utility room 15m2 , boiler room 13m2 , larder and storerooms, cloakroom and WC.
First floor: 3 bedrooms 21m2, 2 bedrooms 24m2, 3 further bedrooms 14 – 12 m2, 4 large bathroom/shower rooms with WC, Separate WC . dressing room and several store rooms.
Attic: With full windows and very high ceilings the attic offers potential for further bedrooms, family / games room etc and includes: Main room 119m2. Study 11m2. Tower room 12m2, store rooms 30 & 62m2.
Immediately to the front of the property, from the south facing terrace a few steps down is the secluded swimming pool (10 x 5) area affording stunning views of the Pyrenees.
The Chateau has been sympathetically restored (3 rooms remain to be finished) , preserving and enhancing many original features including exposed beams, chestnut and oak flooring, doors and panelling, and original floor tiles . The majority of bathrooms retain (in near new condition!) the bathroom fittings from the refurbishments done in the 1930’s by a previous owner. The rooms are spacious, light and airy and all have high ceilings. Beautiful large windows are to every room offering stunning views of the surroundings and Pyrenees. Oil Central heating and fosse septique.
Farmhouse 235m2:
Recently completely restored to a high standard, the character accommodation includes: Large living room 40m2 with fireplace and exposed beams, dining room 25m2 with large fireplace, kitchen 12m2, 5 en suite bedrooms (2 x 12m2, 2 x 15m2 and 1 x 30m2) . Utility room . The 1st floor has, as yet not been developed but offers potential for further accommodation. Gas central heating, fosse septique. Attached to the house is a garage and stables with 4 boxes.
The beautiful grounds of 26ha surround the property (woodland and meadow) and there are several large outbuildings, barns and an outdoor schooling ring.
In a beautiful location, completely secluded and yet only a short drive to all amenities (nearest commerce is 10 minutes away in a small town. Carbonne 20 minutes.) and only 30 minutes to the mountains and under an hour to Toulouse.
This outstanding property would make a beautiful main home with separate guest accommodation and also offers tremendous potential for an exclusive luxury chambres d’hotes/gite business.