![]() The mill workings are on the ground floor while upstairs there is a one-room living area. If you're looking for something with a little character this historic former water mill still has a working mechanism so could be restored to either a home or a working flour mill. Mill in St Daunes, Lot, Midi Pyrenees €129,000 "With the university town of Alençon just a few miles away and a thriving local tourist industry, the rental property would be capable of generating a good income, while the main house requires some redecorating and upgrading to make an impressive family home."ĥ. The three-bedroom family house is in the Medieval town of Essay and comes with a large workshop, artist's studio and garage at the rear, which could be converted into extra living space or holiday-lets.Īilsa says: "This is a rare opportunity to purchase a family home in the Medieval town of Essay that comes complete with another property to renovate to provide rental income. This is another one that has accommodation that is ready to move in to more or less straight away, and an outbuilding that would create the renovation project. "Across the courtyard, an even larger stone barn, with original bread oven, would make a fantastic gite."Ĥ. The house itself could be lived in fairly quickly, although its decor is pretty dated, giving you a base while you began the much more ambitious restoration project of the barn and stable block.Īilsa says: "Located on a quiet country lane in a small hamlet, but just 10 minutes drive from the bustling university town of Alençon, this property consists of a comfortable house with two bedrooms, with an attached two-storey stone stable block which could easily be converted to enlarge the accommodation. Although the house itself is fairly modest it comes with the two-storey neighbouring stable block and a large barn, both of which could be converted to provide a lot more space. House in La Ferriere Bochard, Orne, Normandy €130,800Īlso in Normandy is this two-bedroom house. "On the first floor: three rooms, plus a bathroom and an unconverted attic space."ģ. It's a good sized property that could provide up to six bedrooms, and there is also a large garden and orchard with a stable and dairy which could be converted, although you will need to get planning permission for that.Īilsa says: "An unusual opportunity to put your own stamp on a large house, this property has, on the ground floor: seven rooms, including a large kitchen, and a bathroom. ![]() The house suffered a fire some years ago, the current owner has done all the external and structural work, but the inside needs a complete refit. If the restoration of an entire chateau seems like a bit of a daunting prospect, you could try this house in Northern France. "It would also be ideal for activity holidays or even murder mystery weekends!"Ģ. Set in one acre of grounds and perfect for transforming into a Bed & Breakfast property, a boutique hotel or even a wedding/events venue, it could also be a spacious family home for three generations or a super second home with plenty of room for accommodating friends and relatives. Local estate agent Charlie Ellis said: "Although in need of complete renovation, this huge property has great business potential. It's being marketed as the perfect location for a boutique hotel or a B&B. On the downside it needs extensive restoration (including adding a few more bathrooms, there is currently only one to serve all 12 bedrooms) and would need significant investment to bring it up to standard. About 40 minutes from the Spanish border, it's set in stunning countryside with towns and ski resorts not far away. This 12-bedroom pile, built in 1852, is set in 4,900 sq m of grounds which include outbuildings and a swimming pool. Let's start with the actual, genuine chateau. Chateau in Arette, Pyrenees Atlantiques €246,100 ![]() How to convert a rustic French barn into your dream homeġ.From toilets to taxes - all you need to know about renovating a home in France.Ten of the best properties in France that you can buy for less than €100k. ![]() We asked France-based estate agent Ailsa Spindler of Leggett Immobilier to pick 10 of the places that will allow you to create your own personal 'escape to the chateau'. And fortunately the French countryside is littered with beautiful houses, farm buildings and even the odd chateau that just need a bit of love (and money) to restore them to their former glory. ![]()
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