Authentic 6 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Assier, Padirac, Occitanie
Situated in the Lot, in the heart of the Dordogne Valley near Rocamadour and Padirac, this superb property offers approximately 320 m2 of habitable space within 6,730 m2 of landscaped gardens and parkland, and combines traditional French character with modern comfort and excellent energy efficiency.
The main house offers five spacious double bedrooms and beautifully presented accommodation featuring exposed stone, original beams and character features. At its heart is a superb 55 m2 living...
Situated in the Lot, in the heart of the Dordogne Valley near Rocamadour and Padirac, this superb property offers approximately 320 m2 of habitable space within 6,730 m2 of landscaped gardens and parkland, and combines traditional French character with modern comfort and excellent energy efficiency.
The main house offers five spacious double bedrooms and beautifully presented accommodation featuring exposed stone, original beams and character features. At its heart is a superb 55 m2 living and dining room with fireplace and traditional stone souillarde, complemented by a fully fitted 20 m2 kitchen, pantry and laundry areas.
Two bedrooms are located on the ground floor, while upstairs are three further bedrooms, including an impressive principal bedroom of approximately 48 m2.
A detached stone barn has been converted into completely independent guest accommodation, comprising a 28 m2 open-plan kitchen/living area, a generous 38 m2 bedroom suite and large bathroom. Ideal for family and friends, it also offers excellent potential for holiday rentals or a B&B activity, subject to permissions.
The property is particularly well equipped for year-round living, with double glazing, solar panels, pellet boiler, heat pumps, underfloor heating and air conditioning, achieving an excellent C energy rating.
Outside, mature landscaped gardens surround the traditional stone buildings, with a swimming pool and spa, boules court, barbecue area, carport and additional storage.
Set in the sought-after Lot and Dordogne Valley, close to Rocamadour, the Gouffre de Padirac and Saint-Cirq-Lapopie, this is an exceptional opportunity for buyers seeking a character property in south-west France with a pool, independent guest accommodation and rental potential.
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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.
