Character 5 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Libourne, Aquitaine

896,750 EUR 771,205 GBP 968,490 USD

Reference: 246679

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 6
Floor Size: 310 m2
Plot Size: 1,626 m2

Features

Terrace
Garden
Private Pool
Fireplace
Original Features
Countryside View
Parking
Garage
Walk to Amenities
Traditional Style
Good Condition

Details

Superb, grand and spacious 5 bedroom Girondine property, which is ideally situated in a small and quiet village at the gates of Libourne, with around 310m2 of living space and sat majestically within a beautiful green setting.

Entirely renovated to a very high standard, this charming property offers authentic quality fittings (remarkably well preserved Gironde tiles, massive parquet floors, fireplaces, etc.). With its 5 bedrooms, 5 shower rooms/WC's and a bathroom, it will suit a large family with children.

The living rooms on the ground floor are large and bright, and promise great moments of sharing and conviviality. Dressing rooms and storage spaces are provided in the hallways to optimise space and provide comfort and practicality in everyday life and wine lovers will be delighted to find a real ageing cellar.

Outside there is a quiet and peaceful garden with a swimming pool (6 x 12m).

Its geographical situation and its environment are perfect for any new project (B&B, gites, liberal profession.).

Located close to all shops and amenities, less than 40 minutes from Bordeaux and its transport hub (TGV station, international airport), this pretty property is the ideal place to combine family and professional life.

FEATURES
Simple flow ventilation
Double Glazing
Swimming Pool
Fireplace
No Work
Garage
Excellent Condition
Walk-in Closet: 6m2
Land: 1,626m2
Garage: 22m2
Attic: 20m2
Cellar

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France Property Buying Guide

1. Signing the Agreement (Compris)

On finding a property you wish to purchase you will need to negotiate the terms, price and conditions of the sale with the owner.

The next step, once you are in agreement, is to sign the preliminary contract (Compromis de Vente). This is a legal document and after ten days will be binding on both parties. Rules change frequently in France and it is best to consult with your notary about when this period starts. Generally the compris will be signed in France with the Agent.

Variants can be included in the compris, for example an Acte (clause) can be added if the name or names to go on the title deed have not been finalised. If a mortgage will be required to purchase the property, the details for this, including the name of the mortgage company, must be on the compris.

2. Paying the Deposit

Generally the deposit will be 10% of the agreed purchase price. This will normally be paid to the notaire. There are exceptions to this, if the agent holds a carte professionelle, is bonded and fully registered then you may pay them, but do not hand over the deposit to anyone else. If for some reason the purchase does not go through, for example, if you write to the notaire and the agent that you do not wish to go continue with the purchase before the contract is binding (within seven days of signing the compris), then your deposit would be repaid. This would also apply if a condition had not been met, or the mayor or S.A.F.E.R. (a government agency that has the right of first purchase on most rural property that comes onto the market in France) could oblige the purchaser to give way. If you decide after the seven days 'cooling off' period that you do not wish to complete the purchase and pull out of the sale you would lose your deposit. If however the vendor pulls out of the sale then you will receive your deposit back plus the same amount from the vendor.

3. On Completion

Generally it will take around two or three months to complete the purchase.

During this time the balance of the purchase money must be paid into the account of the notaire, this must be done well ahead of the completion date. The notaire will prepare the documents, check that the deed of sale (Acte de Vente) is in order and have the legal title ready to be signed over. It is possible to have someone sign on your behalf if you give them power of attorney. An interpreter may be of use at this point if your French is not very good and many Notaires will suggest (or insist) that an interpreter is with you.