Exceptional estate Cahors Causses de Quercy

Property summary

In the heart of the Causses de Quercy Regional Park and about 15 minutes from Cahors, this majestic mansion, protected by century-old trees cypresses, cedars, pines of Provence, enjoys a dominant position with a panoramic view of the valley.
Dating from the Louis Xv period, this house was built by a royal winegrower who was also a lawyer.
Completely restored in 2015 under the direction of a local architect and by the care of the best craftsmen in the sector, thanks to its configuration it offers the possibility of private use in addition to a part dedicated to the activity of guest rooms. Hosts if you wish.
The main house, facing south, has an area of approximately 400m2 of living space. It includes a large dining room for entertaining, decorated and paved with original stone slabs with a beautiful cantou.
On the ground floor, the large dining room for entertaining is decorated and paved in original stone with a large cantou, there is also a scullery in which you will find a discreet storage space. Then, the vaulted room with impressive architecture, benefits from a well of natural light to illuminate a relaxation area and a library, it is equipped with a very large stone fireplace so that the crackling of a fire wood promotes daydreaming.
The second part of the ground floor has a very large fitted kitchen, open to the second dining room. Beautiful parental suite on this level. On the first floor you will find 3 large suites, each bright, spacious and refined: The first suite of 35m2, almond green, is furnished Louis Xv, in modern tones. The designer bathroom is fitted with 'Decotec de Paris' furniture with a large mirror. The second large suite of 35m2 welcomes you through a hall in exposed stone, to your right a bathroom with an Italian shower and a bathtub designed by Philippe STARCK.
In front of you, the room with its magnificent parquet floor is also decorated in a wine-colored tone with beautiful paintings and furniture inspired by Louis Xiv and Louis Xv in contemporary tones. The third suite of approximately 40m2 pleasantly mixes noble, natural and local materials with contemporary furniture enhanced by subtly tinted exposed beams. The 18th century fireplace adorned with a walnut mantel matches the magnificent blue that lights up the room thanks to its large windows. A rectangular canopy, artist's studio style, overlooks the modern and luxurious bathroom.
This suite faces south and east through its two openings. Independent access and a private terrace overlooks the park. Guided by beautiful original staircases, in walnut, you go up to the second floor where vast partially transformed attics add two more suites. Decorated in shades of beige, the bedrooms are contemporary, the two bathrooms are slate-coloured with 'decotec de Paris' furniture. Both bedrooms have sloping ceilings. The stone barn is rehabilitated.
The ground floor is functional, it houses the boiler room, the workshop, the laundry room and the cellar.
Upstairs you will find a large multipurpose room, magnificent with its stone walls and exposed beams - this large area can be used as a gallery, yoga room, gite, reception room... It's up to you!
This charming property near Cahors is part of the Parc Régional des Causses de Quercy. Around the property there are hiking trails that will allow you to discover the Regional Natural Park.
To enhance this place and with concern for the environment, the owners have made ecological renovation choices. The park is in three parts the flower garden, the relaxation garden with the swimming pool and the bamboo grove.
The flower garden was designed as a painting with colors here and there, flowers on a green background, lawn, plant sculptures, and of course trees. This plant diversity brings a general harmony. Located in the wooded park, the large swimming pool is salt water, only heated by solar panels which are discreetly placed on the roof of the house. 16M long, flat-bottomed and 1.5m deep with two travertine beaches, sunbathing is an open-air rest area. The 38m2 cottage and the small house are ideal for a workshop or guest house. Agency fees are the responsibility of the purchaser, i.e. 4.00% including tax of the price of the property.
Le Diagnostic de Performance Energétique(DPE) a été réalisé selon une méthode valable mais non fiable et non-opposable.
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