Lovely character stone farmhouse with two large barns and 5 acres grazing and woodland on edge of small haml  € 285,000

Description

Character property in the Perigord-Limousin Regional Park. Situated on the edge of a quiet, friendly hamlet with direct access to many forest bridleways ideal for walking or riding. There are two large stone barns opposite the house, one of which has a new tiled roof and is used as stables by the owner. There are approx five acres of paddock and woodland which lie to the front and side of the house. Two km along a lane there is a village with baker, grocer, butcher and bar. This is a very friendly and supportive community with lots going on and the village frequently join together for fetes and celebrations. It is 6 km to the nearest town and just 40 minutes to Limoges airport. Le Mas de la Licorne was originally two houses and so has an unusual L shaped footprint. The first house being 17th century and the second added in the early 1800’s. The original features have been lovingly retained. The house benefits from oil fired central heating, double glazing and rewiring throughout. It has mains drainage. Entrance/Reception with seating area and oak staircase to first floor, radiator. Doors to downstairs toilet/washroom, first sitting room and smaller hallway leading to kitchen and the main sitting room. First living room with feature fireplace, original colombage and exposed stone walls, beams and terracotta tiled floor. This room also has a trap door leading to the first cave. 2 radiators. Kitchen with double sink, French country style units, tiled floor and beams. radiator Main living room with massive original fireplace and bread oven, exposed stonework, beams and a beautifully preserved 17th century stone sink. Tiled floor and trapdoor to 2nd cave. Glass door to vegetable garden on one side and Sunroom and terrace on the other. 2 radiators Sun Room with stone floor and glass folding doors that open back completely on two sides to give free access to the garden and terrace with outlook over your own land. Radiator. On the other side of a feature stone wall is the utility room with double sink and plumbing for a washing machine and dishwasher. radiator. There is also a door to the boiler/storage room which also has plumbing for a second washing machine. Back to the entrance hall and up the staircase to a large Landing with seating area, original chestnut flooring and view over field and woodland. radiator. Doors to Master bedroom and shower room and entry to hallway for other wing. Master Bedroom with feature fireplace prepared for a woodburner, original wooden floor and beams. This room has a double aspect and lovely view. 2 radiators Shower Room with large walk in shower, exposed stonework, feature colombage, wash basin and wc, original chestnut floor and spectacular view over garden and woodland. Heated towel rail. Hallway to bedrooms in second wing of house which all have new chestnut flooring, telephone and television points. Bedroom 2 double with view over vegetable garden. Radiator. Bedroom 3 double with view over garden and woodland. Radiator. Bedroom 4 used as a single bedroom. Radiator. Family Bathroom with bath/shower, washbasin and toilet. Window with view over garden and velux window. Original wooden floor. Radiator. Dressing/storage room with velux window and radiator. Small seating/library area with velux window and radiator. The Attic with 4 existing windows has good conversion potential. There are two cellars below the house.  
This property is situated on the edge of a peaceful hamlet in the middle of a mature forest landscape. There are many tracks for walking or horse riding leading directly from the front door. The countryside is a mixture of pasture and woodland bejewelled with many pretty lakes. The country lanes are perfect for bicycle riding. There is a village 2km away with baker, butcher, grocer and café/restaurant.  
Description

Characteristics

General
Property type
Farmhouse
Price (€)
285,000
Location
Champsac
Reference
280353
Views
3332
Interior
Living space (m²)
150 - 250 m²
No. of stories
2
Rooms
living room  -  dining-room  -  closed kitchen  -  study  -  storeroom  -  attic  -  cellar
No. of bedrooms
4 +
No. of bathrooms
2
No. of toilets
3+
Provisions
Extras
fireplace  -  bath
Heating
central heating  -  oil  -  wood stove
Public utilities
electricity  -  water  -  satellite TV  -  broadband internet  -  telephone  -  sewer
Exterior
Garden
front garden  -  back garden  -  terrace  -  annex(es)  -  shed
Exterior facilities
garage
Surroundings
Location
near a village  -  in the countryside
Surroundings
near a forest
Landscape
hills
Transport facilities
airport < 25 km
Constructional
Building type
detached
Building period
before 1900
State of maintenance
in good condition
Financial
Price range
€ 200.000 - 300.000
Parcel
ownership