In Beaugency, nestled in the Loire Valley, an occupied life annuity
composed of two separate houses and their garden
composed of two separate houses and their garden
Orléans,
LOIRET
center-val-de-loire
45000
FR
Location
Less than 2 hours away from Paris by train or car, 30 kilometres to the southwest of Orléans, the property is located 3 kilometres from the centre of Beaugency, which contains all essential shops, facilities and services. Located in the Loiret department, the city has been named one of “The Most Beautiful Detours in France” and is situated within the Unesco world heritage perimeter of the Loire Valley. The historic centre is remarkably preserved and contains numerous historical monuments, vestiges of a prestigious past, while the southern bank of the Loire is located here in the Natura 2000 zone.
The region, famous for its castles, is also full of walks, hikes and wine production. Its climate favours mild summers and winters.
Description
The property is accessible by a wooden gate. The two houses are located on either side of the entrance, one to the east, the other to the west. They are oriented in a north-south position and look onto the garden, which extends southwards.
The harmonious building, built over two levels, is characterised by whitewashed exposed stone façades crowned with tile roofs whose colour contrasts with the whiteness of the walls. The rectangular, arched or low-arched windows are framed in ashlar stone and hayloft dormer windows bathe the second floor in light.
Alongside the main house is a patio to the east, while the house to the west, decorated with an octagonal tower, is bordered by a paved courtyard and woodshed not far from a garage. Between the two buildings, a second paved courtyard provides space to park several vehicles.
The harmonious building, built over two levels, is characterised by whitewashed exposed stone façades crowned with tile roofs whose colour contrasts with the whiteness of the walls. The rectangular, arched or low-arched windows are framed in ashlar stone and hayloft dormer windows bathe the second floor in light.
Alongside the main house is a patio to the east, while the house to the west, decorated with an octagonal tower, is bordered by a paved courtyard and woodshed not far from a garage. Between the two buildings, a second paved courtyard provides space to park several vehicles.
The Main House
Rectangular in shape with a wing set at a right angle, most of its windows face southward.
The ground floor
The front door opens onto a foyer that leads to several rooms, including a lavatory. On one side is a fitted kitchen and, on the other, a living room and dining room of more than 100 m² organised in an L shape with a brick and stone fireplace and majestic cathedral ceiling. Next to the fireplace, built-in cupboards have carved wooden doors. Large picture windows on either side inundate the room in natural light. The floor is covered in terracotta tiles, while the beams on the ceiling are exposed. A wooden quarter turn staircase leads upstairs. Continuing on from the living room and accessible via a remarkable wooden door carved with leafy patterns, is a laundry room equipped with cupboards and a sink.
The upstairs
The staircase leads to a landing, which is extended by a U-shaped walkway overlooking the dining room. On one side, it provides access to a bedroom with a semi-open bathroom and separate lavatory. On the other side, a second bedroom of nearly 50 m² is currently being used as a sitting room-office with customised large wooden bookcases. The room could easily be divided into two additional bedrooms. The floors are covered in straight or chevron-patterned hardwood, while some of the timber framing has been left visible.
The Second Abode
Built in an L shape with a corner tower, it is bordered by a woodshed to the west and an inner courtyard with a stone barbecue, to the east.
The ground floor
The house is accessible via either the tower or a door that opens onto a foyer. This leads to a kitchen on one side and a living room on the other, and faces a stone imperial staircase with terracotta tiles and wooden stair nosing, a wrought-iron guardrail and a polished wooden handrail. The floor on this level is entirely covered in cabochon stone tiles, while the walls are made out of whitewashed stone.
The fitted kitchen contains an antique bread oven and is bathed in light by numerous windows. A staircase protected by a wrought-iron banister leads to the cellar.
The living room is accessible via a large opening with a solid wood lintel. A stone and brick fireplace with an open hearth and straight hood supported by stone corbels is used to heat the room. A set of French doors provides access to the patio, while at the other end of the room, a door leads to a 50-m² game room. A storeroom of approximately 15 m² is accessible via the outside and also communicates with the garage.
The upstairs
On one side, the double-flight staircase leads to a landing that provides access to a lavatory as well as a bedroom. On the other side, a landing leads to two bedrooms, one with a lavatory and a shower room, the other with a bathroom and separate lavatory. Continuing on from the second bedroom, there is a room of approximately 35 m² that has been converted into a painting studio. There are hardwood floors throughout and several elements of the timber framing have been left visible.
The Garden
Continuing on from the patio and facing south, a palm tree and pruned thujas decorate its edges. A large rectangle of lawn occupies the entire width of the property and extends over more than 30 metres in length. A row of pine and fir trees surrounds the property, while a majestic cedar tree stands next to one corner of the woodshed.
Our opinion
Space, light and simplicity reign supreme on this property in perfect condition. The whiteness of the walls, the redness of the tiles and the greenness of the garden compose a fresco marked by bright and warm colours, a landscape where you can feel at home, while the omnipresence of the wood and stone guarantee authentic architecture with character. The recent renovations were carried out with the greatest respect for the premises and the whole is perfectly maintained.
This five-year occupied life annuity represents a particularly profitable investment. Similarly, the second abode is perfectly suited for seasonal rentals in this touristy region.
Reference 859820
| Land registry surface area | 3368 m2 |
| Main building surface area | 250 m2 |
| Number of bedrooms | 5 |
| Outbuilding surface area | 260 m2 |
| including refurbished area | 260 m2 |
| Number of lots | 2 |
Aucune procédure en cours menée sur le fondement des articles 29-1 A et 29-1 de la loi n°65-557 du 10 juillet 1965 et de l’article L.615-6 du CCH
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NB: The above information is not only the result of our visit to the property; it is also based on information provided by the current owner. It is by no means comprehensive or strictly accurate especially where surface areas and construction dates are concerned. We cannot, therefore, be held liable for any misrepresentation.
