Character 8 bedroom Manor House for sale with countryside view in Bersac sur Rivalier, Limousin

483,600 EUR 415,896 GBP 522,288 USD

Reference: 245727

Bedrooms: 8
Bathrooms: 4
Floor Size: 237 m2
Plot Size: 1.29 hectares / 3.19 acres

Features

Garden
Land
Woodland
Fruit Trees
Private Pool
Fireplace
Original Features
Possible Extra Dwellings
Potential for Income
Countryside View
Quiet Area
Parking
Traditional Style
May Require Improvement

Details

Full of character and charm, this stunning manor house with 2 totally refurbished gites, are ideally situated on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Bersac Sur Rivalier.

Set on a large plot of 12,936m2 with landscaped gardens, swimming pool and stunning views over the surrounding hills and countryside.

The 2 gites are fully renovated and already being let out during the summer months, one completely private with its driveway offering living space, fitted kitchen, 2 bedrooms and a bathroom with a mezzanine floor, a private summer terrace with access to the rear gardens and swimming pool.

The second gite is to the front of the property offering again a large living/dining room, gorgeous fully fitted kitchen, 2 bedrooms and a bathroom, with a terrace and direct access to the rear garden and swimming pool.

The stunning main house, which still requires a level of work however all the large works have been carried out, and it's now just the cosmetics left to do, so a blank canvas to design and decorate the property as required, the kitchen has been gutted, but new solid wood carcasses and granite work-tops have been purchased and will be included in the sale.

Built over a large cellar, the house comprises of, on the ground floor: large entrance hallway, living room, dining room, kitchen and a bedroom with an en-suite bathroom.

1st floor: 4 bedrooms and a family bathroom.

Attic: 3 rooms which could generate further accommodation.

This property has so much potential to continue running the gites, but also to create a beautiful bed and breakfast in this very touristic area, which is attractive to tourists who like the outside life, fishing, walking and cycling with 4 lakes in very close vicinity to the property, this is the Lake district of France.

Together with TGV connections in Poitiers to Paris, Bordeaux, London & Brussels. Another great bonus when running a holiday retreat.

Outside in the gorgeous park, with its matured trees and shrubs, 1.3 hectares of land is divided up into, ornamental gardens, orchards and meadow land ideal for anyone with a horse. To the rear of the property is a grassed garden with its pigeon tower and swimming pool attracting the sun all day long.

Minutes from the property is a train station giving easy access to Limoges for connections to Paris, also the A20 autoroute is approximately a 10 minute drive with access from South to North of France.

This property has it all and it's a must to view, as the photos serve no justice, providing a better-than-expectation reception when you visit.

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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.