For Sale
This elegant Empire-style stone property, offering approximately 400m² of living space, is nestled in one of the most sought-after valleys of the Pyrenean mountains, just 30 minutes south of the beautiful and historic city of Pau.
A sweeping stone staircase leads to the grand entrance hall, which opens into a charming, light-filled sitting room featuring a marble fireplace and picturesque views over the garden to the south and west. Opposite, the spacious drawing room, also with a marble fireplace, connects to the kitchen. The dining room, located along the eastern side of the house, enjoys dual-aspect windows facing south and features a working fireplace. The reception rooms all boast stunning parquet floors. The kitchen and adjoining scullery, totaling 23m², would benefit from some modernisation and provide access to the rear of the house via a stone staircase.
A graceful wooden staircase leads to the first floor, where five generously sized bedrooms each include a washbasin and bidet. Every room also features a marble fireplace, and the linen room provides access to a beautiful balcony overlooking the grounds.
The staircase continues to the vast attic space of approximately 120m², comprising three former bedrooms under the eaves and two large storage rooms.
On the lower ground floor, the basement spans 150m² and is divided into five rooms, including a large wood store, a wine cellar, a boiler room, and two additional storage rooms.
Surrounded by lovely gardens filled with mature trees and shrubs, the property also includes a large adjoining field with separate access to a small lane behind the house, bringing the total land area to just under one hectare (over two acres). A gated entrance leads to a double garage at the rear.
Located on the edge of a picturesque village with essential amenities—including a bakery, butcher, café, and supermarket—the property enjoys an idyllic setting. Scenic walking trails lead from the house into the surrounding hills and mountains, with a gentle stroll bringing you to a riverside path. The ski stations and the Spanish border are just 30 minutes away, while the motorway and airports of Pau and Lourdes/Tarbes are within a 40-minute drive. The beaches of Biarritz and the Atlantic coast can be reached in just a couple of hours.
ACCOMMODATION SUMMARY | |
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Habitable Space : 400 m² | No of Rooms Total : 10 |
No. Reception Rooms : 3 | No. of Bedrooms : 7 |
Bathrooms : 1 | Shower Rooms : 0 |
W.Cs : 2 | Utility Room : Yes |
Heating Method : Oil fired | |
Hot Water Method : Electric |
ACCOMMODATION DETAILS | |
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Basement | |
Basement area - 5 rooms (150 m²) | |
Ground Floor | |
Entrance hall (25.85 m²) | Sitting room (23.62 m²) |
Drawing room (23.62 m²) | Dining room (36 m²) |
Kitchen (15 m²) | Scullery (7.11 m²) |
WC (5 m²) | |
First Floor | |
Bedroom 1 (19.74 m²) | Bedroom 2 (19.64 m²) |
Bedroom 3 (16 m²) | Bathroom (7.42 m²) |
WC (1.5 m²) | Bedroom 4 (19.12 m²) |
Laundry room + sink (10.36 m²) | Bedroom 5 (25.88 m²) |
Passage way (8.36 m²) | |
Second Floor | |
Attic area - 5 rooms (140 m²) |
SITUATION | |
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Location : Ossau valley, 30 mins to ski slopes; 30 mins south of Pau; Atlantic Ocean 1hr30 | |
View : Mountains | |
Secteur : Aquitaine | Orientation : South / West |
CONSTRUCTION | |
Year : 1860 | Type : Stone |
Roof : Slate | |
SERVICES | |
Tele / ADSL : No | Drainage : Septic Tank |
Glazing : Single | Eco Features : |
GROUNDS | |
Land Area : 9,359 m² | Boundary : Enclosed |
Tax Fonciere : € 0.00/yr | Garden Well : No |
Garage : Double garage | Car Port : No |
Terrace : No | |
Swimming Pool : No | |
Outbuildings : No | |
GITE / OUTBUILDING DESCRIPTION | |