9 Bed House for sale in Western Loire, France

A rare opportunity to buy not only a beautiful house but also a separate, successful, bed and breakfast in a pretty market town close to historic Saumur. Within easy reach of some of the principle towns of the Loire such as Angers, Poiters, Chinon and Nantes. The TGV from Paris ensures that this is within easy reach of the nations capital. Doue la Fontaine Is world renowned for its conservation work. The area is in the UNSECO world heritage site, the heart of the Loire Valley wine Route and also ideally placed for visiting the many chateaux of the region. Not forgetting that Doue is also renowned for its beautiful rose growing industry. The property comprises of two houses set amongst gardens, courtyards truly impressive caves and a swimming pool. In the centre of the town, it is within easy walking distance of bars, restaurants and shops. New double glazing throughout plus cavity wall insulation, in the principle house. Central heating for both houses is by geothermal heat pump. Duel system as it includes oil heating. The houses can be heated separately. Automatic watering system for the gardens. Car parking for 7 cars. Intercom to gates and automatic opening. Swimming pool. Wood store and several other storage barns. There is a large grenier 39.16 sq metres, on the second floor of the main house, suitable for conversion to further living accommodation or bedroom's. The caves have to be seen as they are spectacular and over 1000 square metres. Heating pump rooms and a laundry room Kitchen 12.20sq m 3.65 X 3.35 Having built in modern units and an island feature unit Lounge / Dining room 72 sq m 5.45 X 13.20 Huge lounge/dining room 72sqm with quite wonderful feature beams and a wood burning fire. The lounge/ dining-room is on two levels with two semi-circular steps dividing them. The impressive oak staircase leads from the lounge to the upper floors. Double aspect windows make these rooms bright and airy. Sun- lounge 42.35sq. 5.50 X 7.70 This delightful room, although needing some work, has wonderful feature beams and two huge patio doors leading to the garden. 1st Floor Bedrooms 3 Bedroom 1 Having a (Jack and Jill) ensuite 23sq m Bedroom 2 With (Jack and Jill) ensuite 19sq m Bedroom 3 13.5sq m The en-suite is 4metres X 2.55 metres and is newly tiled and fitted with a large shower. Separate toilet All these bedrooms have built in storage cupboards and are in good decorative order. 2nd Floor There is a 4th bedroom having built in cupboards and in good decorative order with shower, w.c and basin, . Also a study / Office of 15.4sq metres having views over the grounds and the swimming pool Grenier 39sq metres with the potential of converting into further bedrooms or living accommodation Bed Breakfast Accommodation A very comfortable and pretty house which been converted to a very high standard currently being run as a bed and breakfast. 5 bedrooms, two of which are family rooms and one is a room especially developed for wheelchair or handicapped persons. Dining room 24.40sq metres 4.60 X 5.30 With a bar and tiled floor Kitchen 13.90 sq metres 4.35 X 3.20 Positioned next to the large guest dining room, Bedrooms Ground floor bedroom 21.51sqm en-suite especially adapted for persons with limited mobility. A pretty room with wide door ways and views to the garden 1st floor Bedroom 1 en-suite. 22.26sqm A lovely room with feature beams Bedroom 2 en suite 22.35sqm + 14.09sqm family room with a dining area and balcony Bedroom 3 - en-suite - 42sqm, with a fireplace and feature beams. Double doors to a balcony 2nd floor Family apartment comprising of Bedroom 4 5 with hand basin Bedroom 5 - 52.60sqm Family bathroom