8 bedrooms house for sale in France

Property Description SummaryBuilt in 1830 by a wealthy wine merchant from Bordeaux, this meticulously maintained, private stone house boasts refined living surrounded by nature in one of Frances most precious and impressive regions. Gated entrance to property that is set well back from the main road for complete privacy and a driveway lined with dozens of French Plane trees dating back 200+ years. The land and the house have been meticulously preserved with care, but this has been delicately balanced with a realistic eye for modern function and conveniences. With the capacity to sleep up to 20 (leveraging extended sleeping in the living rooms), the floor plan is spacious yet intimate--and the two cottages ensure flexible lodging and cost-control with respect to heating and cooling. Both cottages have private entrances and the property could be purposed as a rental. The architectural and design intricacies, unique and historic charm, luxury finishes, and the integration with the land it sits on make this property a gem of the region.LocationThis exquisite property is located outside of Bordeaux to the northeast in the Dordogne department of France in MOULIN-NEUF, which is close to Saint-Émilion. The location is easily accessible by car, train, and plane (Bordeaux International Airport).AccessBased on the location, access to a car is highly recommended for day-to-day conveniences.By AIR: Fly into Bordeaux International Airport (1h15m nonstop from Paris)By TRAIN: From Bordeaux via TER train (40m)By CAR: From Bordeaux city center (1h)InteriorTotal developed area is approximately 550 m² / 5,920 sfManor (main) house features 6 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, two (2) reception areas, library, an open concept kitchen, office, and laundry roomTwo (2) additional (attached) cottages on property with each at approximately 60-70 m² / 645-753 sf Extensive upgrades, renovations, and modernizationsManor (main) house living room features stunning wood-burning stoveAmerican kitchen measuring approximately 60 m² / 645 sf that was added to the property thirty (30) years agoGas kitchenTwo (2) Bosch refrigeratorsTwo (2) Miele ovens and double stovetopLuxury granite countertops & backsplashBosch dishwasherFully-upgraded bathrooms with luxury finishesNewly-installed, high-end furnace and water tankSelect rooms feature original wooden beams, and original parquet and stone flooringOriginal crown moldings throughoutRenovated wine cellar with storage capacity at 500+ bottlesSelect areas feature 19th century glass and all other areas feature double-paned glassTwo (2) washing machines and two (2) dryersHigh ceilings and ample natural light throughout the main house and cottagesLarge, secure on-property workshop spaceCovered car portExteriorOriginal manor construction dates back to 1830Gated entrance to property that is set well back from the main road for complete privacyPrivate drive lined with dozens of French Plane trees dating back 200+ yearsApproximately two (2) hectares / 20,000 m² / 4.94 acres of secured landTotal covered area is approximately 550 m² / 5,920 sfLandscaped terrace with shade structures within the gardens that overlook the fields and river at the back of the propertySalt water swimming pool (6 x 12 meters / 19.6 f x 39.3 f)Property boasts its own 3,000 m² / 32,291 sf private island on the River IsleMore than half of the total property is landscaped and maintained with the rest being left wild for ecological reasonsIron gate and fence lines along select areas of the propertyDedicated well water source used only for water plantsAdditional DetailsAnnual taxes on the property are approximately € 3,200 (based on 2023-2024 actual data).