Immaculate 17 bedroom Chateau for sale with countryside view in Lauzun, Aquitaine

1,950,000 EUR 1,696,500 GBP 1,930,500 USD

Reference: 240567

Bedrooms: 17
Bathrooms: 13
Floor Size: 1,000 m2
Plot Size: 6.5 hectares / 16.06 acres
Work Required: None
Swimming Pool
Balcony
Lake, River or Pond
Gite / Annex / Additional Accommodation
Income Potential
Garage(s)
Parking space(s)
Private / Not Overlooked

Details

Wonderful opportunity to acquire an outstanding 8 bedroom French Chateau with 2 gites, an apartment and 2 swimming pools, nestling in over 6 hectares of glorious land with a lake, enjoying far reaching countryside views from its peaceful location near all amenities in Lauzun.

This exceptional property is situated on the right hand side of the gated, beautiful tree lined driveway, with the further guest houses and barn on the left hand side. There is plenty of space for vehicles and covered parking for 4 cars at the rear of the property.

It has been a loved family home for many years, with the extra accommodation also providing a potential, and turnkey, revenue opportunity. With the layout being separated by the various buildings and levels, it could easily be a destination for retreats, large parties, weddings or other such events.

The 2 swimming pools are in marvellous, picturesque locations within the grounds, one with a fully equipped summer kitchen. The lake is big enough to allow a rowing boat to take in the scenery.

The Chateau itself sits atop a small hill with scenic views of the local countryside; it has 8 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms. Entering via the magnificent flagstone entrance hall with an extremely high ceiling, the grandeur and history of the property is immediately evident.

The main living room boasts a high ceiling and an open fireplace. The kitchen sits between the large dining room and a further, smaller living room. There is also an office and a utility room. The main swimming pool sits outside on this elevated level. The property benefits from natural light throughout, due to the many large, handsome windows and high ceilings.

Below this, but with a separate entrance, are a further 3 bedrooms with a shower room.

Outside is a substantial, partially terraced courtyard area next to the main swimming pool, which has an electric cover. There is also an elevator down to the driveway. The stone steps lead down to the driveway, where the rest of the accommodation and the barns are located.

Immediately below is a separate charming stone cottage with a bedroom, bathroom and living room. To the side and towards the rear of the property is a charming self-contained gite with beautiful exposed beams and other original features with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a kitchen and living room.

Behind this is a large barn, in fantastic condition, currently used for storage, but could easily be developed for an alternative use if desired. This is connected to an apartment with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a kitchen, living room and study area.

Outside, secluded to one side is the second swimming pool, also with an electric cover. It has the superb addition of a fully equipped and covered summer kitchen. Simply a wonderful spot to enjoy and soak up the beauty of this part of the world.

At the very rear of the buildings are the garages and covered parking areas for 4 cars.

Sitting close to the rivers of the Dordogne, the Lot as well as the Garonne, this property is excellently positioned. It is very close to numerous pretty bastide towns with their restaurants, bars, local markets, whilst also enjoying a wonderful sense of privacy and calm.

It is only a little over 30 minutes drive from Bergerac and its International airport and under 2 hours from the larger city of Bordeaux and the beaches nearby. Agen is under an hour away, which has TGV links to Paris as well.

The Pyrenees and its ski resorts can be reached in 3 hours.

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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.