€449,000

Whilst being well renovated and full of modern creature comforts, there is something about the historic and romantic air at this 18th Century Bearnaise farmstead that simply feels like you are stepping back in time to another era altogether. Located by a

If you are looking for a property with the potential to develop and really make your own, this house could be a good contender. The main house has been beautifully renovated and ready to move straight in, but there is another farmhouse that requires renovation (subject to permission) and may offer the potential to create a gite perhaps, or separate accommodation for visiting friends and family.

Ground floor:

Entrance hall - 16m2

Kitchen - 23.5m2

Adjoining utility room - 7m2

Open plan living / dining room - 41m2

WC

First floor:

Landing

Bedroom 1 - 12.5m2

Bedroom 2 - 13m2

Bedroom 3 - 11m2

Bedroom 4 - 10.6m2

Family bathroom - 7.5m2

Separate WC

Additional buildings

The house for renovation also dates back to the 18th century. It covers and area of approx 320m2 over two levels and features beautiful stone arch openings.

Additional information

The property dates from the 18th century and has been renovated, including recent roof works.

The main house is in good condition and ready for occupation, with further potential to expand into the adjoining buildings.

Outside

The plot extends to just over one acre and includes landscaped gardens and a central courtyard.

Gated entrance

Lawns with mature planting including some fabulous hydrangeas

A pretty street runs along the boundary

Gated entrance?Gravel courtyard?Lawns with mature planting including hydrangeas?A pretty stream runs along the boundary

Location

The property is located in the village of Araujuzon near Navarrenx, a 14th century fortified bastide town known for its historic architecture, riverside setting and weekly market. This part of Bearn is valued for its traditional villages, rolling countryside and access to outdoor activities including walking, cycling and fishing and the coast is just an hour away.

The area offers a relaxed pace of life while remaining within reach of the Pyrenees, the Atlantic coast and the Spanish border and there is so much to explore in this area. Other towns and villages that are well worth exploring include Savuveterre-de-Bearn, Salies-de-Bearn, Oloron-Sainte-Marie, Laas, Lucq-de-Bearn, Orthez and Pau.

At a glance:

Bedrooms: 4

Bathrooms: 1 & 2 separate WC

Receptions: 1

Habitable space: 175m2

Plot size: 4535m2

DPE rating: D

Heating: Oil fired central heating & wood-burning stove

Drainage: Septic tank (compliant)

Neighbours: Discreet

Distance to shops: 5km

Distance to coast: 1hr

Distance to airport: Pau, 50 mins

Please note: Agency fees are included in the advertised price and are payable by the purchaser. All locations and sizes are approximate. La Residence has made every effort to ensure that the details and photographs of this property are accurate and in no way misleading. However, this information does not form part of a contract and no warranties are either given or implied.

Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Georisks website: www.georisks.gouv.fr

* Beautiful 18th Century farmhouse
* Second farmhouse to renovate
* One acre gardens
* Stream along the boundary
* Situated in a quiet village
* Good access to shops & amenities in Navarrenx
* One hour from the coast
* 50 mins from Pau airport