3 Bed Equestrian for sale in Saumur, Western Loire, France

Region: Maine-et-Loire Department: 49 House size m2: 258 Garden Grounds m2: 140000 Property Type: House Number Bedrooms: 3 Number Bathrooms/Showers: 2 Number Toilets: 2 A rare opportunity to buy a unique home in idyllic surroundings. Nestling in the middle of its own pasture land of 14 Hectares, surrounded by forests, this house is perfectly situated for horses and riders with direct access to forest tracks allowing miles and miles of off road riding. The house is approached from a quiet country lane onto a long gravel track. Renovated to the highest standards just 2 years ago, this extremely large and spacious property has 3 bedrooms, one of which is nearly 50 sq. metres, and 3 bathrooms. The whole of the first floor has air conditioning both to heat and cool. The fitted kitchen has been finished to a high standard with granite worktops and an Island unit. The lounge and conservatory are bright and airy and all of the downstairs has under floor heating. Each room has its own thermostat for total comfort as well as its own hifi system which can be turned on and off in each room as necessary. Walking from the conservatory into the gardens there is a covered terrace with lighting for BBQ's. an above ground swimming pool, productive vegetable plot. The property sits on 14 hectares of gardens, woodlands and paddocks. The pasture land has been divided into 9 fields, each having a water supply, and safe secure post and rail fencing or natural hedgerows. There are numerous mature trees giving natural shade and shelter, and field shelters in some fields. Direct access to forest tracks makes hacking through the forests an absolute joy. There is a purpose built stable block with fully insulated roof, 6 stables suitably sized for foaling (4metres X 4metres) Each stable has watering points and rubber matting which cuts bedding costs, and makes mucking out much easier. The stable block has sliding doors either end allowing tractor access through the middle of the block. From the entrance gates the drive sweeps round towards the house and onwards to the barn. There is parking for many cars Electric entrance gates with audio / visual intercom from the gates. Full security system. The cottage has pretty flower beds, mature trees and a large pond in the gardens. To the rear of the house is a decked area with pergola style under cover eating area with patio heaters, and a plunge pool. A vegetable garden has raised beds. A further large barn with mezzanine level could possibly be converted to gite accommodation. There is also planning approval for a small cottage on the site. Kitchen 5.60 X 9.00 (50.40sq m) Beautifully fitted kitchen / Dining room. The kitchen having granite work surfaces and a large island unit, range cooker and all appliances you would expect to find in a top quality kitchen. It has exposed tuffeau stone walls, and beams, and the floor is traditional style limestone tiles. There are windows on both sides of the room giving the kitchen a bright and airy feel, with views across the garden and fields in front and behind the house. Under floor heating Lounge 4.55 X 5.90 (26.85sq m) The lounge has an original fireplace, with log burning fire, and access to the bread oven, which has been renovated and turned into a cave- the perfect storage place for wine! The original arched doorway to the front of the cottage has been retained and to the rear are French doors leading to the conservatory. There are exposed beams and stone walls, and limestone floor tiles. Under floor heating Conservatory 5.50 X 5.50 (30.25sq m) The conservatory is hexagon shaped, has under floor heating, and air conditioning making it perfect for summer and winter use, with beautiful views of the surrounding fields and woodland beyond. Office / Bedroom 5.20 X 2.40 (12.48sq m) The 3rd bedroom on the ground floor is currently being used as an office. Bathroom / Store room 2.10 X 3.00 (6.30sq m) This room is fully plumbed for a bathroom, including shower, w.c. and basin. Utility Room 5.90 X 2.40 (14.16sq m) Fully fitted out with shelving, sink, plumbing for a washing machine/tumble dryer etc. The oil fired boiler and heat pump / solar heating controls are also here. The heating has been designed with energy conservation in mind. The owners inform us that even during the cooler months of winter the oil fired boiler is only required occasionally to top up the hot water supplied by the solar panels. Master Bedroom 8.50 X 5.70 (48.45sq m) The beautiful air conditioned master bedroom with en-suite facilities has feature beams and huge walk in wardrobe. Dormer windows to the front and rear of the cottage with views across the land and forest. Plus it has direct access to a balcony for those summer evenings. En-suite (13.92sq m) 4.80 X 2.90 Having bath, separate shower, w.c and 2 hand basins Bedroom 2 (19.95sq m) 5.70 X 3.50 With fitted wardrobes, dormer window with views across the fields, and an en-suite shower room with velux window. Air conditioned En-suite 3.0 X 2.40 (7.20sq m) Having shower, w.c and basins and dormer window All measurements to be used as a guide and must be checked by the buyer.