Character 7 bedroom House for sale with lake or river view and countryside view views in Beaulieu sur Dordogne, Aquitaine

559,000 EUR 480,740 GBP 603,720 USD

Reference: 246871

Bedrooms: 7
Bathrooms: 5
Floor Size: 280 m2
Plot Size: 0.9 hectares / 2.23 acres

Features

Terrace
Garden
Lake or River Included
Fireplace
Original Features
Possible Extra Dwellings
Outbuildings
Lake or River View
Countryside View
Parking
Traditional Style
Good Condition

Details

Charming and totally refurbished 7 bedroom stone built house, set on a large mature plot of just over 9,000m2, which is set a true haven of peace.

Fully restored, this gorgeous former mill offers spacious character accommodation which is packed with original features throughout.

The comfortable rooms, immaculately presented garden and beautiful mill race, create a haven of peace yet are only a few kilometres from one of the most beautiful and beloved stretches of the Dordogne river.

The flexible property, which can be used as a large family home, is ideal for multigenerational living, or as a home and business, having previously operated as very comfortable owners accommodation and 2 very popular gites.

This large property could be the ideal option for a family looking for a stylish home with a "granny" or teenager annexe, accommodation for 2 families or simply occasional accommodation for family visitors who like to retain autonomy. The very picturesque pigeonnier, currently a "maison d'amis", would also make a fabulous home office or artist's studio.

With no overlooking neighbours, the 2 acres of easily maintained parkland, with a beautiful mill pond and stream, can be comfortably enjoyed from one of the seating areas dotted around the garden or from the covered terraces.

A peaceful paradise, the property is not isolated, standing on the borders of the Lot, Correze and Dordogne Departments. Some of France's best loved attractions and villages are within easy reach; this stretch of the Dordogne Valley includes "les plus beaux villages" of Beaulieu Sur Dordogne, Autoire, Carennac, Loubressac, Martel, Collonges les Rouges, Curemonte and Rocamadour. The lovely market towns of Saint Cere, Brive and Gramat are on the doorstep and the motorway and nearest airport are only 40 minutes away.

This charming property is one to view for anyone looking for a large, peaceful character property, with space for family and friends, and great access to villages and attractions.

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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.