8 bedroom House for sale with countryside and panoramic views in Bouniagues, Aquitaine

795,000 EUR 651,794 GBP 818,532 USD

Reference: 235625

Bedrooms: 8
Bathrooms: 2
Floor Size: 300 m2
Plot Size: 2.05 hectares / 5.06 acres

Features

Terrace
Woodland
Lake or River Included
Equestrian Facilities
Fishing Facilities
Gym
Fireplace
Wheelchair Accessible
Elevator
Potential for Income
Countryside View
Panoramic View
Private
Parking
Good Condition

Details

Unique opportunity to acquire an absolutely stunning, beautifully renovated 8 bedroom house nestling in over 5 acres of glorious land with lake, woodland and paddocks, enjoying far reaching countryside views from its peaceful location near all amenities in Bouniagues.

This large, spacious, detached property is situated on the edge of your very own swimming lake, fully stocked with several species of fish, and surrounded by mature woodland and nature trails; there are 2 large paddocks, with electric fencing, suitable for keeping horses, goats and lamas too.

The house was built in the 1970s and has been the subject of a modern renovation, now offering space and light throughout, with stunning travertine tiles covering the entire ground floor. There are 3 ground floor bedrooms, a superb shower room and 2 WCs. Double glass doors open onto the spacious living room, dining room and fitted kitchen, with a stone fireplace, a gallery landing above and expansive views across the gardens.

The wooden stairs are currently fitted with a lift suitable for wheelchair access and lead to a living room/games room, 3 more bedrooms and a stunning family bathroom. At the end of the corridor there is a huge bedroom situated above the living room with a wooden railing that leads the eye to the ground floor and office space beyond.

The house benefits from a huge cellar below the property, approximately 200m2, currently housing the duel heating system (wood fuel and oil fuel) a laundry area, wine store, wood store, workshop, space for a gymnasium, fishing rod storage and doors leading to the lake shore. It is absolutely fabulous.

The gardens are very generous and wrap around the property with several games areas suitable for children and adults alike, a raised terrace and barbecue area overlooks the lake with luscious views, it is absolutely captivating. Furthermore there is parking for several cars behind electric gated access and an in and out driveway.

With easy access to a local bakery, shop and restaurants, and fast road routes to Bergerac and its abundance of amenities, rail and air networks, and the stunning Issigeac, this is a rare opportunity to purchase a unique and stunning property.

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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.