For sale: a 17th century castle of approx. 393 m2 in a dominant position, 2 renovated outbuildings that could be used as gîtes of approx. 250 m2 with a former wine storehouse and a swimming pool in 1.92 hectares of wooded parklands. This estate was built in the 17th century in the Lot-et-Garonne, in a tourist area. Penne d'Agenais (medieval village) is 8 km (5 miles) away. 
 

Description

28 km (28 miles) from Penne d'Agenais, a medieval village dating back to Gallo-Roman times and fortified under the orders of Richard the Lionheart. This region was ravaged by the Albigensian War in the 13th century. On the border between Lot-et-Garonne and Tarn-et-Garonne, this 17th-century castle built of white Quercy stone has 2 entrances through its gates.
17th-century castle

This 17th-century castle in the countryside offers an unspoilt setting. This 2-storey + attic residence has retained the authenticity of its history. The roof has been completely redone.
This castle, built in 1650, is set in parkland with trees over two hundred years old and winding driveways, offering you a journey back in time. This residence comprises 2 end terraces and 3 entrances. A lounge with fireplace and French-style ceiling, a dining room, a library and a living room, 5 bedrooms, including 2 in the towers, kitchen and pantry. Two outbuildings have been renovated. One spans approx. 147 m2. The other of approx. 104 m2 with its courtyard. A 20 m2 garage. A former wine storehouse of approx. 75 m2. A secure, private swimming pool. This 17th century residence offers authentic features. All the windows and doors are double-glazed in PVC and there is individual drainage.

Ground floor

After passing through the main gate, a driveway through parklands planted with trees over two hundred years old leads to this 17th century castle. This 17th century residence welcomes you with a stone terrace and a staircase with two straight flights leading to the reception rooms. The manor house is flanked by 2 terraces, one with stone balusters. 

The ground floor comprises cellars. A corridor leads to 4 cellars totalling approx. 50 m2.

The manor house's reception rooms

On the right wing of the manor house, a lounge of approx. 34 m2 with a French ceiling, fireplace and exposed stonework, a fitted kitchen of approx. 20 m2 and its pantry.
A 48 m2 through corridor leads to the various reception rooms and the reception terrace. A dining room with a French ceiling of approx. 33 m2. A library with a wood-panelled ceiling of approx. 40 m2, where you can enjoy the peace and quiet. A living room with French ceiling. 3 bedrooms and 2 shower rooms.

This 17th century manor house for renovation has retained all the authenticity of its history, enabling you to carry out a renovation in harmony with the setting.

Second floor

The top floor has been converted into an attic. The towers have been converted into 2 bedrooms. Access to the attic is via 2 internal staircases at either end of the manor house.

B&B

 The old Quercy white stone outbuilding has been renovated. A terrace welcomes you. The open-plan kitchen (approx. 30 m2) and lounge (approx. 24 m2) open onto another terrace that is sheltered from view. An internal staircase from the lounge leads to the sleeping area. A landing of around 13 m2 leads to the 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Heating is provided by a pellet stove.

2nd B&B

The second renovated outbuilding of the castle with a living room of approx. 32 m2 opening onto an inner courtyard and terrace, open-plan kitchen of approx. 33 m2. 3 bedrooms and a bathroom. Heating is provided by a pellet stove.

Pool area

The secure 5 x 11 saltwater swimming pool, with jacuzzi system and protective cover, is out of sight. 

The stable

The former stable with its flat-tiled roof (approx. 75m2) can be used either as a workshop or a garage. Another garage is just a few metres away.

The grounds

This manor house covers 1.92 hectares in one piece, with its parkland planted with trees over two hundred years old. This estate is enclosed by walls.

Location

In Lot-et-Garonne, 8 km (5 miles) from Penne d'Agenais (medieval town with Gallo-Roman remains) and 10 km (6 miles) from Tournon d'Agenais (one of France's most beautiful villages). Motorway access is 39 km away, the international airport is 120 km away and the SNCF train station is 11 km away. This part of Lot-et-Garonne borders on Tarn-et-Garonne, and boasts a well-preserved environment and rolling, wooded countryside with a diversity of natural environments and rural tourism.