Pays de la Loire, Mayenne, Crennes-sur-Fraubée, France

Set in a unique area in Crennes sur Fraubee and accessed via an electric-gated sweeping tree-lined driveway and with stunning far-reaching views, this elegant house sits proudly on an elevated south-facing plot and benefits from plenty of natural light and sunshine.

In addition to a large terrace in front, which is perfect for relaxing and admiring the panoramic views, the gardens offer many tranquil spots to enjoy outdoor dining.

The property is double glazed and fully insulated throughout. It is connected to mains drainage and benefits from an impressive 'C' rating energy report.

Ground floor: impressive main hall which benefits from new oak parquet flooring and is flooded in natural light - 2.6 x 8.3m. Dining/living room with a feature granite fireplace with a clear-view wood-burning stove, oak parquet flooring, 2 windows and traditional central oak beam - 7.48 x 5m. Kitchen with free-standing units, large Viking gas range, tiled floor and butler sink - 3.2 x 5.8m. Service corridor with refrigeration areas, walk-in larder, WC and a door leading back to the hall. Door from kitchen to a sun room/conservatory which leads in turn to the terrace 7.6 x 2.2m. Living room with original decorative marble fireplace, wooden flooring, dual aspect windows ensuring plenty of light - 7.4 x 4m. Leading off this room is a family bathroom with a bath, double sink, shower and WC and a further separate WC.

First Floor: landing with oak parquet floor serving 3 bedrooms, 1 of which is en-suite, shower room and utility room, door to access rear garden. Master bedroom with oak parquet flooring, feature fireplace and balustrade balcony to take in the splendid views of your estate - 8.1 x 5.3, en-suite with heated floor, large shower, sink and WC - 2 x 2.5. Bedroom 2 - south facing with valley views 4 x 3m. Bedroom 3 - views over back gardens 4 x 2.8m. Utility room with sink - 2 x 3.6m. Separate WC with sink. Family bathroom with shower, sink and WC.

Second floor: landing serving 3 double bedrooms. Bedroom 4 - 6.5 x 3.7m. Bedroom 5 with a large window with exceptional views across the valley 5.3 x 3.5m. Bedroom 6 - 6.8 x 4.3m. Separate WC with a sink.

Other features:

- Attached barn which could provide further accommodation if required or just perfect for storage.

- 2 bedroom gite, which is attached to the barn and is in the process of being renovated. Currently offering an open plan living area with original fireplace.

- Stone built former stable block and pigeonnier.

- Large hangar with workshop and mezzanine floor above for storage.

- Covered garage and parking area.

- Second gated driveway.

- Lovely walled gardens and surrounding park land with many trees

- Mixed fruit orchard and chestnut and oak woodlands ensuring that you are self-sufficient in firewood.

- Large organic vegetable garden with multiple water harvesting facilities.

- Greenhouse and poly-tunnel affording near self-sufficiency in fruit and vegetables.

- Lake of approximately 3,000m2 with a bridge leading to a central island and lake house with electric power.

- Surrounding wildflower organic meadows.

- Perfect land for an equestrian property or small holding.

REFERENCE: 246353