Villa for sale in Esbareich, Hautes-Pyrénées, Occitanie

Let's explore each part of the property together. We'll break it down into the house, the gite, the mill ruin, and the park and woodland.

House

The secure gate, equipped with a voice communication system, opens to reveal a driveway that winds its way down towards the house, not only ensures the privacy of the residents but also provides a warm and secure welcome for friends and family.

Ground floor

The main door leads into the entrance hall with:
• A security alarm system
• Large full height built-in cupboard ideal for storing outdoor clothing and shoes
• Wide display shelf with additional storage below

Living room

To the left of the hallway, you enter the spacious, bright living area featuring:
• Fireplace with ornate wooden mantel, a charming centrepiece that adds warmth and character to the room.
• Large GODiN wood-burning stove, providing efficient heating.
• Exposed ceiling beams adding rustic charm and a sense of history to the space.
• Wood flooring
• Open staircase to the first floor, creating a seamless flow and an airy feel.
• 2 electric radiators, ensuring comfortable temperatures during cooler months.
• 2 windows providing natural light to fill the room and offering pleasant views.
• 2 patio doors (one large with sliding doors), connecting the indoor living space with the outdoor area, perfect for easy access and an open, expansive feel.

Kitchen/dining room

To the right of the hallway is the welcoming, fully equipped kitchen/dining room featuring:
• Open working fire with a beautiful ornate carved wooden mantel, adding a cosy and charming focal point to the room
• 2 windows (facing garden and side of the house), bringing in plenty of natural light
• Patio door out to the balcony overlooking the river with scenic views and the sound of the water below
• Sink - a butcher block countertop with a sink, adding a rustic touch to the kitchen.
• Dishwasher
• Rangemaster cooker. A high-quality range cooker, ideal for all your cooking needs.
• Exposed ceiling beams.

Shower room

• Large walk in shower with mosaic and white tiles
• Wood floor
• Extractor fan
• Contemporary wash basin set in a large unit with wooden surface
• Chalet style wooden walls (no maintenance)
• WC
• Window
• Large mirror with integrated lighting

First floor

The open staircase from the living room ascends to the first floor hallway with:
• Original floor
• Trap to attic space
• Large storage cupboard with sliding glass doors
• Patio doors opening on to the sunny balcony overlooking the terrace and parkland.

Bedroom 1

• Original wooden floor
• Window with mosquito blind
• View of the river
• Radiator

bedroom 2

This chalet style double bedroom has:
* Chalet style wooden walls and ceiling has rustic charm and cosy ambience (no maintenance)
* Original wooden floor adding a touch of authenticity and warmth, perfectly complementing the chalet aesthetic.
* Double patio door opening onto the balcony overlooking the lush garden.
* Window with a picturesque view of the river.

Bedroom 3

Large double bedroom with:
• Patio doors out on to the balcony overlooking the garden
• Chalet style wooden walls and ceiling (no maintenance)
• Radiator

The balcony runs along the full width of the house.

Basement

Doors from the lower garden open into the large cool basement with:

* Large storage space, making it ideal for storing wine and vegetables from the garden
* Electric lighting and sockets (the owners have additional freezers in this space
* .Versatile storage for tools, equipment,

Gite

This second spacious property has been completely renovated on two levels, with the possibility of adding additional living space on the top floor if required.

A private driveway winds down to the private parking next to the property.

A perfect:

* Home for extended family
* Rental (the current owners rent to tourists, on average gaining 12,000 euros per year)

The principal home and the gite have complete privacy, each having their own private:

* Entrance and driveway
* Parking
* Outdoor seating areas and parkland.

Ground floor

As you enter the gite, you immediately appreciate the renovation work that has been undertaken. The large living room has three areas:

* Lounge with two patio doors each having electric shutters and views of the land and river below and one having a Juliette balcony
* Dining area with window with wooden shutters
* Equipped kitchen with a central island and window . The owners are including the dishwasher, oven, hob, microwave and fridge/freezer in the price.

The living room has new wooden floor, wood panelled walls and two large contemporary wall radiators.

There is a separate WC and wash basin on this level, decorated in the same style with a double glazed window.

Garden level

A new wooden staircase leads down to the floor below, again with new floors and wooden panelling. This level has:

* Hallway
* Bedroom 1 with a lovely arched window with a view of the river and radiator. The bedroom has a private shower room with wash basin set in a unit, shower, WC and extractor fan.
* Bedroom 2 with radiator and patio doors, with electric shutters, leading out to a private terrace. Again with a private shower room with shower, wash basin, WC and extractor fan.

Additional information

The gite has:

* Hot water electric cylinder
* Electric radiators throughout
* Electric shutters (apart from the dining room which has a wooden shutter)
* Double glazing
* Good internet
* New 'micro-station' drainage system installed 7 years ago

Mill ruin

The parkland, once home to an old historic mill (row a ruin) with the potential to construct an additional small studio apartment or summer house for relaxation.

Exterior

Directly from both properties, you have access to beautiful walks through a picturesque landscape.
• Landscaped Gardens: With mature trees, colourful bushes, and an array of flowers.
- Winding pathways lead through the gardens, revealing hidden seating areas and scenic viewpoints.
• Natural features - a haven for local wildlife, offering frequent sightings of birds and deer.

A retreat from the outside world.

Large wooden terrace (side of the house)

Sliding doors from the salon open onto this lovely terrace, which overlooks the garden and the river with its petite cascade.

* Large exterior light
* Electric canopy
* Steps down to the garden next to the river

large wooden terrace (front of the house)

* Small abri for outdoor cooking
* Balcony cover for shade
* Path with steps up to garage (2) and the entrance to the parkland
* Sunny emplacement
* Steps down to the lower garden next to the river

Lower garden

Beautiful selection of bushes, flowers, and trees

* Chicken coop
* Shady spots to escape the heat on hot summer days

Courtyard

Accessible via the driveway or the wooden terrace at the front of the house, the courtyard features:

* Gravel surface
* Large wood store
* Bushes and flowers

garage and workshop 1

To the left of the driveway is the larger of the two garages, which includes:

* Garage doors
* Electricity (lighting and sockets)
* Mezzanine area for storage
* Parking for a vehicle
* Workshop with a separate external door

garage 2

The property has a second garage (no electricity) ideal for storing garden equipment, building materials, and tools.

Boules court

Behind the second garage, the owners have created a boules court with a gravel surface.

River

A stunning feature of the parkland is the river with small waterfalls that run below the property. Little paths cross through the various areas, allowing you to relax with the bubbling brooks and the soothing sound of the water passing by.

Additional piece of woodland

The owners have an additional piece of woodland (1831 m2) - you own private wood supply for the fires alternatively, could be cleared should you wish to rear farm animals

Region

The village sits just inside the Haute Pyrenees department, bordering the Haute Garonne and is within easy reach of the following activities and amenities:

• Fishing, rafting and gorge walking
• Shops, cinema, restaurants and historical sites
• Leisure airport (gliding, leisure flights, paragliding etc)
• A renowned spa resort in Bagneres de Luchon with sulphurous hot springs, spa and swimming pool
• Lakes and Mountains
• Adventure parks
• Cycling (mountain biking and Tour de France climbs)
• Walking and hiking trails at all levels
• Downhill skiing, snowboarding, snow-shoe walking and cross-country skiing

The Val d'Aran in Spain with its lovely villages with tapas restaurants, bars and shops is just over 30 minutes away so you have the best of both worlds with things to see and do in both France and Spain.

* 30 km only to the border of Spain (Val d'Aran) with a large choice of shops, bars and restaurants from simple tapas through to 2 Michelin star restaurants
* 28 km to Bagneres de Luchon (spa/ski town) again with shops, bars and restaurants
* 12 km to Loures Barousse with supermarket, schools, pharmacy, bakers, butcher, doctors, physio etc).
* 2km to Mauleon Barousse with mini supermarket, bar/hotel/restaurant and bakers.
* 30 km, just over 35 minutes to the ski resort Le Mourtis
* 31 km, 36 minutes to the tele-cabin for Superbagneres at Bagneres de Luchon

Toulouse International airport is 1h 40 minutes by car and Tarbes/Lourdes airport is just one hour away

There is a train station at Gourdan Polignan, near Montrejeau just 18 km away and you can access the A64 motorway in just 23 minutes (20 km).

If you seek ultimate privacy, stunning landscaped gardens blended with natural parkland, and two independent yet private properties within secure grounds, with a ready-made profitable business opportunity, this could be your ideal choice.

Situated close to mountain activities, convenient transport links, and breath-taking mountain scenery, these properties have the potential to offer everything you desire.

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