Summary

An elegant and very spacious 17C village house with lovely far reaching views across to the Pyrénées, which has undergone extensive renovation over the past 10 years.

Located in the town of Lectoure, with lovely far reaching views across to the Pyrénées from the back of the property, it is within walking distance of shops, restaurants, cafés and spa. The house is recognised by The Ministry of Culture and combines terracotta and wooden floors, thick stone walls, original majestic stone staircase and restored cellars.

Via the impressive original 15ft wooden entrance door you enter the courtyard garden leading to the private pool, behind which doors lead into the house. The property has contemporary modern fittings and has been finished to a high standard throughout.

Accommodation includes fully equipped breakfast kitchen, traditional French style scullery with washing & dryer facilities, dining room with large table (seats 14) and views across to the Pyrénées. The sitting room has original features including a Regency fireplace and antique floor and there is a summer salon with double doors overlooking the pool and terrace. There is also a library with broadband connection, books, games and dvds and there is 1 Double bedroom with ensuite on the ground floor.

The original stone staircase leads to the first floor, where there are a further 4 large double bedrooms all with en-suite facilities and 1 Twin and 1 Single bedroom. All rooms are furnished to a high standard with quality linens. There is also a separate room with ping pong table.

Outside is the private courtyard with swimming pool and a terrace with seating/loungers. Flowerbeds adorn the walkway which leads to the monumental stone arch and original wooden courtyard door.

Overall, a delightful property which offers the combination of space and seclusion, with the convenience of all amenities on your doorstep.

Accommodation

Breakfast kitchen
Scullery
Dining Room
Sitting Room
Summer Salon
Library
5 Double Bedrooms each with en-suite facilities
1 Twin Bedroom
1 Single Bedroom
Guest WC

Features

Private covered Swimming Pool 8.50m x 4.20m - heated on request (supplement)
Linen, Towels (+ swimming) included
Bosch oven, American Fridge/Freezer
Dishwasher, Microwave
Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Large dining table seating 14
High Definition TV with sky (BBC TV & Radio Channels)
DVD
BOSE iPod SoundDock
Internet Access available on request
Books, Games, DVD's
Nintendo Wii
Pingpong Table
Pool and Garden Furniture
Barbecue

Additional Information

Welcome Pack provided
Non smokers preferred - no smoking inside the house
Pets not accepted
Central Heating (supplement)
Travel cot available on request
Breakage deposit £400 per week

Local Information

Lectoure is a cultural centre, designed as a town of Art and History by The French Minister for Culture. There is an archaeological museum and a museum of religious art and local artists regularly host exhibitions. Lectoure has a wide variety of shops selling local produce, cafes and restaurants and a food market every Friday. There is a spa less than 100 yards walk from the property, ideal for pampering and relaxing. There is also an olympic sized swimming pool with views of the Pyrénées a short walk from the property. Lectoure also hold a melon festival in August and an antiques fair in September. Golf, horse-riding, walking and mountain biking are also available nearby.

Christmas / New Year

Available over the Christmas and New Year period - Please telephone us for details. Ideal location for the Autumn/Winter as within walking distance of cinema, shops, restaurant and spa.

The Gascony Secret

052LECT - Maison de Ville, Lectoure, Gers