Description
VR Estates are delighted to offer for sale this very special property, nestled in a peaceful village location in Kergrist,which is a wonderfully safe and friendly village a perfect place to live your French dream. Surrounded by peace and tranquility yet close to amenities just a short stroll and you are at the centre of the village with a local shop and 2 bars/ restaurants where you can sit and enjoy a relaxing glass of wine or sample the delicious French cuisine on the menu.
In addition, the beautiful historic town of Pontivy is just a 10 minute drive away where can experience the hustle and bustle of a larger market town, here you will find schools, hospital, shops, more restaurants as well as a university.
The popular tourist attraction of Lac de Guerledan is approximately 10 kms away with its safe sandy beaches and water-sports. The property is within easy reach of all three coasts of Brittany.
Everything needed to immerse yourself into the French culture is literally on your doorstep and there is indeed something for everyone in the area.
The property is easily accessible to and from the UK with the ferry port at St Malo or the airport at Dinard just 1 hour 20 minutes away by car.
The property sits within large stunning gardens, even though large they are easily maintained. The front South facing gardens have an abundance of trees and shrubs and is mostly laid to lawn with a lovely outlook towards the village church. There is ample parking for several cars from the driveway.
The converted barn has its own terrace area with BBQ and seating ideal for privacy.
To the rear is another impressive garden area, again laid to lawn with fruit trees including pear, cherry, apple, and plum as well as a beautiful feature bay tree. There is seating area here also with a stone built BBQ on the private tiled terrace area.
The gardens are really stunning and private and provide fantastic outdoor space for Al Fresco dining, sunbathing or simply to sit and enjoy the lovely summers experienced in Brittany.
There is plenty of space to install a pool or tennis courts in the grounds if you so wish.
The properties themselves certainly will not disappoint and are equally as impressive as the outdoor areas as you would expect and are made up of 3 separate dwellings.
The first is a grand old “Maison de Maitre” which the owners use as their business for holiday guests, the second is a converted barn used as the owners accommodation and lastly a partially converted cottage, this is in need of completion but would be an excellent addition for further holiday rental accommodation if desired.
In addition there are various outbuildings which include an open fronted double garage and a barn which houses the hot tub, tucked away in the old farm buildings this splendid Spa Pool, warm, bubbling and chlorine free water. In the evenings the old stone walls are brought to life by tasteful lighting, the effect is quite stunning a perfect relaxing haven.
The main house is a rather grand and imposing building dating back to the 19th century, providing spacious accommodation which has been wonderfully restored retaining many original features perfectly combined with everything needed for modern living. The current usable living space is approximately 180m2 in addition to this more than ample space there is a loft area perfect for converting if additional bedrooms are required.
This property comprises of a spacious entrance hallway which offers access to the first floor via the staircase. This hallway leads to the fantastic farmhouse kitchen certainly the heart of the home and full of character, with a large central dining table fitted with modern appliances There is fantastic original chimney breast thats would be the perfect place for an aga or woodburner.
Through to the main lounge, this again oozes character with an exposed stone wall and impressive feature fire place, used as an open fire perfect for those cosy winter evenings.This room is perfectly complimented with modern furnishings.
To the rear of the ground floor is a gym room, games room, bathroom and separate WC.
The first floor is accessed via an original hand turned oak staircase
This floor provides 3 bedrooms, 2 double bedrooms with en-suites and a twin bedroom. A separate WC completes the first floor.
The staircase continues to the second floor loft space perfect for conversion.
The barn conversion is approximately 190m2 again a large family living space, full of character which has been beautifully retained during the sympathetic renovation.
This property comprises of a dining kitchen, with beamed ceilings and exposed stone walls, this leads through to the utility room and bathroom, with full size bath and overhead shower and plenty of storage.
The lounge to this property is simple stunning with solid wooden beams and pillars incorporated into the room as well as a corner fireplace with inset woodburner. This room has French doors leading out onto the South facing terrace.
Stairs lead from the lounge to the first floor which benefits from 4 large double bedrooms all with wooden flooring.
The third and final dwelling is a 65m2 cottage which has been partially converted and would make an additional 1 bedroom property.
Benefits include mains drainage and water supply, gas central heating and electricity, telephone and broadband.
This charming property has provided the owners with a good income over the last 13 years which of course be continued if desired, they currently only let for 20 weeks per year through choice, but this could be expanded on quite easily for the main house and through completing the cottage.
If an income is not required you can enjoy simple as a family home with plenty of space for visiting friends and relatives, the possibilities are endless...........
Perfect stunning homes and grounds in a wonderful area with a ready made income, what more could one wish for we are sure you will fall in love.
