Aquitaine, Dordogne, St-Pierre-d`Eyraud, France

The Périgord is known worldwide for its thousand-plus-year history and its châteaux, churches and manors from many periods of times past; from Roman art to the Renaissance, the middle ages to the modern era. The property we are proposing celebrates these snapshots in time and a focus on history. It is a place like this where time stops to allow for reflection.

On over 10 000 m2 (2.5 acres) of manicured land, this home from the time of the Knights Templar tells an amazing story. Built as an armory, it served to stock weapons for the Templars and was fortified to protect the contents. The outbuildings were used for agricultural activities and the foundation of an ancient chapel is apparent at the front of the grounds. Dominating spectacular views reach as far as the hills of Saussignac and Montbazillac.

The property was repurposed over the years as a lovely family home with exceptional space to accommodate many friends and relatives. With no less than 10 bedrooms (including a dormatory-sized space), a living room with cathedral ceilings, a bar and game room, kitchen and wine cellar.
The home is bright with large window doors in the main living areas, windows and skylights in the bedrooms. Defense loopholes (balistraria) are present in many parts of the main house.
Beautiful brick and stone walls are evident throughout the home lending to its authentic and warm feel. Functional fireplace.

A spacious outbuilding (250m2 footprint) includes a tobacco drying barn, livable space (renovation-ready) with a kitchen and dormitory could be the ideal location for a gîte, storage space, or a collection of classic cars.

The grounds measure over 1 hectare and are surrounded by stately hedges containing fruit trees, old-growth trees, and an in-ground pool (11.5 m x 5 m).