Midi-Pyrenees, Lot, Saint Géry-Vers, France

Standing on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Lot valley, this 16th century castle, built for the lineage of the lords of Cabrerets, will introduce you to vernacular architecture steeped in history. Atypical place, the buildings have been restored with passion and attention to detail to both prolong the past and enter into the contemporary, like the swimming pool perched on one of the terraces offering a unique panorama of the river. The living area of 300 m² in total, is broken down into a multitude of rooms - bedrooms, offices, living rooms and reception room - connected to each other in a wonderful organized maze where the brightness nevertheless imposes itself each time. With 5 bedrooms each with a private bathroom and toilet, comfort is all the more appreciated in this cozy and intimate atmosphere. Articulated around a sumptuous stone spiral staircase, the building accommodates on 3 levels: the ground floor and its cellars, the first level and its living rooms - living rooms, kitchens and some bedrooms -, and the converted attic. in rooms. Many terraces adorn the south facade, some naturally dug into the rock and nicely shaded by planted ironwork, others tiled to accommodate outdoor lounges or a SPA. An authentic bakery in excellent condition ready to convert into a small habitable outbuilding enclosed by the property. In this charming little hamlet of stone houses adorned with half-timbering, the property is sold with 8 ha of land accessible on foot from the house and presenting varied characteristics: indeed, you will find woods, a vast meadow and its cabin, a charming orchard and a private fishing spot on the Lot. Technically flawless - the restoration work, which lasted a year, was completed in 2012 - the energy performance testifies to the concern for quality and rigor to make this place aesthetically magical and surprisingly functional. A unique property ... Coup de coeur assures!