Immaculate 10 bedroom Manor House for sale with panoramic view in Agen, Nouvelle Aquitaine
Undoubtedly one of the most stunning hilltop properties in the South West France in a secluded and tranquil area, this captivating Estate, once owned from the 1500's by the Noble Lords and Squires of the Area, overlooks bastide villages, which were once under English control during the middle ages.
Indeed this region was part of Aquitaine, which was controlled by the English crown after the marriage of Eleanor of Aquitaine to Henry II of England in the 12th century. <...
Undoubtedly one of the most stunning hilltop properties in the South West France in a secluded and tranquil area, this captivating Estate, once owned from the 1500's by the Noble Lords and Squires of the Area, overlooks bastide villages, which were once under English control during the middle ages.
Indeed this region was part of Aquitaine, which was controlled by the English crown after the marriage of Eleanor of Aquitaine to Henry II of England in the 12th century.
This 10 bedroom, 5 bathroom property is absolutely immaculate and is centred around a U-shaped courtyard with a mesmerising fountain, leading off to expansive reception rooms where floor to ceiling doors lead from many of the rooms to outside, shaded loggias, ideal for perfect; warm evenings.
Leading from one of these loggias is a spacious kitchen, equipped with top-of-the-line appliances and generous work surfaces, perfect for even the most accomplished chefs. Additionally, on the ground and first floors there are plenty of bedrooms to accommodate family and guests.
Key features include a central heating service with underfloor heating powered by eco-friendly wood pellet heating system. This provides a very comfortable, even heat and your feet stay warm, as the heat rises gently. It is also highly efficient because underfloor heating runs at lower water temperatures than radiators, which pairs very well with a pellet boiler. Hot water is provided by natural gas that is highly efficient (condensing).
It is eco-friendly because it uses solar panels to help generate hot water, reducing gas bills, has an exceptional energy performance with an emissions estimate of 3 kg CO2/m2 per year (A rating), excellent double insulation, high-speed internet connectivity, conforming Micro-Station and two wells with a source.
The Grounds: Spanning 3.3 hectares (approximately 8 acres) of well cared for gardens and woodland, the estate's outdoor spaces include a walled and gated courtyard with fountain and mature olive trees, reminiscent of Italy, 6 x 17m salt water swimming pool and a pool-house, and an attractive Orangerie which can be used for a variety of uses. There is ample room for parking.
Conveniently located in the Albret region, known for its rolling hills, sunflower fields, and vineyards, especially renowned for its Buzet wine and Armagnac; and to the capital of the Lot et Garonne, Agen, with convenient access to the TGV railway station, enabling swift journeys to major cities like Bordeaux and Paris.
For private air travel, the Agen private jet airport caters to both business and leisure needs. International Airports : Bordeaux and Toulouse.
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