EXCEPTIONAL RENAISSANCE ESTATE – VÉZÈRE VALLEY
In the heart of the Périgord Noir, within the golden triangle of Sarlat / Les Eyzies / Montignac-Lascaux, discover a Renaissance architectural ensemble preserved with rare dedication. The previous owner, former president of Maisons Paysannes de France (French heritage preservation association), devoted over 40 years of his life to safeguarding this jewel of Périgord heritage.
THE MANOR~280 m²
A noble residence with the character of a fortified house, perched on high ground with breathtaking valley views. Authentic Renaissance architecture: mullioned windows, tower with spiral stone staircase (rebuilt to original specifications), entirely renewed roof structure with antique tiles individually tested before installation.
Grand reception room ~51 m² with monumental neo-Renaissance fireplace, 3.5 m ceiling height
Dining room ~51 m² with traditional “cantou” (Périgord inglenook fireplace) and rammed earth floor restored using traditional methods
3 spacious bedrooms (31 to 44 m²), some with en-suite bathroom and fireplace
Vaulted stone cellar with direct garden access
Convertible attic space under new roof structure
THE FARMHOUSE ~140 m² + BARN
Elongated stone building extended by its barn (roof to be redone = development potential). Large living area ~50 m² with cantou and wood-burning stove, functional kitchen, 4 bedrooms including 2 with en-suite bathrooms. Walled garden with mature trees (plane tree, walnut, fig).
OUTBUILDINGS
Functional bread oven with adjoining woodshed – ready to use
Secured swimming pool (chestnut fence), underground utility room
THE LAND – 11 HECTARES (~27 ACRES) IN ONE BLOCK
Woodland and meadows with no easements, two access points. Prime hillside position on the edge of a quiet hamlet, off the beaten track despite proximity to Commarque Castle.
LOCATION
Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil, known as the “World Capital of Prehistory”, all shops and amenities. Sarlat 25 min, Périgueux/Brive 1h, Bordeaux 2h. Train station 8 km, 3 airports within 1h.
WORK REQUIRED
Structural work in excellent condition. Interior finishes to be adapted to your comfort standards – the previous owner prioritised the building’s traditional breathability over modern conveniences. Barn roof to be redone.
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