A handsome stone farmhouse set in 1/2 acre gardens , surrounded by countryside, yet just 15 minutes south of Agen, Lot et Garonne.

This large stone house offers some 250m2 accommodation with central heating (part under floor) in a quiet end of lane location, yet it is only a few minutes drive from the Agen shops, markets, motorway junction, TGV and aerodrome (Paris x 3 per day).

Entrance hall with terracotta tiled floor leading into the spacious living room (25m2) with terracotta tiled floor, open fireplace, exposed stone walls, gallery over and door to 50m2 covered dining terrace. The country kitchen (25m2) is large enough for dining, is fitted and has a fireplace with Colonial woodburning stove. Behind the living room is the dining room (25m2) with beamed ceiling, also with a door to the dining terrace. There is a laundry room with shower on the ground floor. Rear hall and access to the large garage/workshop at the rear of the house.

Up the elm stairs to the first floor where there are 3 double bedrooms and a bathroom. The 4th bedroom is open plan and very large, with the gallery overlooking the living room at one end. This could be easily converted to a master bedroom with en- suite. The house is in basically good order, but would benefit from bringing up to date, and redecorating. Easily maintained gardens of 2000m2, with small stone barn. A country home within easy reach of town facilities, but completely peaceful.

Agen centre 15mins. Toulouse airport 75 mins.

The department of Lot et Garonne in Aquitaine has many small yet lively villages and this department in the south of France is a real find for both nature and culture lovers.

One of Lot et Garonne's assets are the views afforded by the properties over the Garonne or the Lot lush countryside with woodland and lots of leisure activities. The residents have invested well with most of them living in detached houses that are their principal residences. There are however lots of holiday or second homes to choose from.

Compared to the more expensive Perigord or Gers, the Lot et Garonne still holds some bargain French property buys. Perhaps a village home or a traditional stone house in a green environment is what you are looking for, if so, this area is the perfect place to invest in a second home.

Stripping out the usual fluctuations, the housing market in the region has been steadier than most. Long term investments may offer a good return in the future as the Lot-et-Garonne is increasingly appealing amongst foreign purchasers, just like the whole of the region of Aquitaine.

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