9 bedroom House for sale with countryside view with Income Potential in Belves, Nouvelle Aquitaine
This superb stone property is currently used as a gite and chambres d'hotes (a future owner may need to reapply for the necessary permissions and business registration).
The property is laid out around a courtyard with a spacious, light-filled main house. On the ground floor is a beautiful entrance hall leading to a large fully fitted kitchen and dining room with wood burner. The living room of more than 50m2 opens onto a terrace with stunning views over the grounds ...
This superb stone property is currently used as a gite and chambres d'hotes (a future owner may need to reapply for the necessary permissions and business registration).
The property is laid out around a courtyard with a spacious, light-filled main house. On the ground floor is a beautiful entrance hall leading to a large fully fitted kitchen and dining room with wood burner. The living room of more than 50m2 opens onto a terrace with stunning views over the grounds of more than 7 hectares.
Upstairs, a landing leads to 3 spacious bedrooms and a family bathroom. The house has underfloor heating on the ground floor and ducted air conditioning upstairs, providing comfort in both winter and summer.
Adjoining the main house is a large 3 bedroom gite with private terrace to the rear. A recently installed communal kitchen and living room could easily be converted into additional accommodation (subject to necessary permissions).
There are also 3 large en suite guest rooms, 2 of which are in a charming outbuilding with its own garden.
Nearby, a superb 14 x 6.5m swimming pool and spa provide an idyllic setting for relaxation and a magnificent view over the countryside.
The land, which extends to 7ha, is mainly made up of prairie and could accommodate horses. On the edge of the property is an ancient Roman road that is used by pilgrims on the route to Santiago de Compostela and by cyclists. Just a few kilometres away is the charming medieval village of Belves, listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France.
This superb property offers great potential, whether for continuing the current commercial activity or for any other project.
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