Character 3 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Saint Cere, Midi-Pyrenees
This welcoming house is the ideal choice for anyone looking for a quiet property within walking distance of a village with all amenities and close to many of the areas best known attractions.
The house has been renovated throughout with great attention to detail, in keeping with the property's farmhouse origins. The open kitchen and living area is spacious and opens onto a large garden terrace and the newly refitted swimming pool. Each bedroom has a large modern bathroom with Italian shower and the large downstairs bedroom suite offers a dressing room.
Outside the property has ample parking for 5 cars in a gated courtyard, ample covered storage, a pool maintenance room and a large garage with electric doors. The garage was built with the possibility of converting it into additional accommodation (subject to permissions) and there is access from the garage directly into the house.
Set in easily maintained gardens, the salt water swimming pool was refitted in the last 12 months and has a new PVC armoured membrane. The garden is hedged ensuring privacy for the pool and lounging areas. The property benefits from a large underground stone cistern recuperating water for use in the garden and pool.
The house has served as a 4-star gite for recent years, with the many repeat guests appreciating the house and its ideal location.
The property is within walking distance of village amenities and only 10 minutes drive from the attractive and popular town of St Cere. Surrounded by medieval villages and the many attractions that make this area one of the most visited in Europe, this is an ideal property for a primary, or holiday home.
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