Durban Ancienne

Set in an idyllic rural setting surrounded by over 7.5 hectares of meadows and nature, this beautifully restored ecological property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy modern comfort whilst embracing a sustainable way of life. Combining complete electrical autonomy with mains water, fibre broadband and high-quality renovation throughout, it successfully blends environmental responsibility with everyday practicality. The heart of the home is an impressive 52.3 m² open-plan living space with a  cathedral ceiling. Flooded with natural light, this superb room incorporates the kitchen, dining and sitting areas, creating a warm and welcoming space for family life and entertaining. Underfloor central heating ensures year-round comfort. The accommodation has been thoughtfully designed. The principal suite measures 24.4 m² and benefits from its own shower room and separate WC. Three further bedrooms of 13.2 m², 14.7 m² and 15.2 m² are served by an additional shower room and separate WC. A completely independent guest suite currently operates successfully as a bed and breakfast. It comprises an attractive open-plan kitchen and living area leading to a comfortable bedroom of 10.9 m² with its own shower room, providing immediate guest accommodation or independent living for family and friends. Outside, a superb 35.2 m² covered outdoor living and bar area overlooks the surrounding pasture, creating the perfect setting for entertaining or simply enjoying the peaceful countryside. Additional buildings include a 15.2 m² storage room, a 30.8 m² workshop with an 8.5 m² mezzanine, and two technical rooms (19.3 m²) housing the property’s advanced solar battery system. Current music studio,  41.2m² overlooking the countryside with two glazed walls offers excellent potential to become an additional bedroom, office, artist’s studio or treatment room. The property’s ecological credentials are particularly impressive. Twenty-four solar panels provide electricity for the main house, while a separate system of three solar panels independently powers the guest suite. Mains water, fibre broadband available at the property boundary and a three-zone gas underfloor heating system combine sustainability with modern convenience. The property holds an excellent Energy Rating C. The land extends to approximately 7.5 hectares, incorporating pasture, mature gardens, an orchard and a charming stream. Existing planning permission has already been granted for a swimming pool and several tiny houses, creating exciting opportunities for a lifestyle business or eco-tourism project (subject to compliance with the permissions granted). Separate upper access also provides convenient parking for motorhomes or additional vehicles. This remarkable property will appeal to buyers seeking an eco-friendly family home, an off-grid lifestyle, a smallholding, guest accommodation or an environmentally conscious tourism venture in the beautiful countryside of Southwest France. Strong PointsBeautifully restored ecological propertyFully autonomous electricity supplied by 24 solar panels and battery storageMains water and fibre broadband available7.5 hectares with stream, orchard and pastureIndependent guest suite currently operating as a B&BPlanning permission for a swimming pool and several tiny housesWorkshop, music studio and excellent home-working potentialPeaceful rural setting with outstanding lifestyle appealMain HouseOpen-plan kitchen / dining / living room with cathedral ceiling – 52.3 m²Entrance hallPrincipal bedroom – 24.4 m² with shower room and separate WCBedroom 2 – 13.2 m²Bedroom 3 – 14.7 m²Bedroom 4 – 15.2 m²Shower roomSeparate WCGuest SuiteOpen-plan kitchen and living areaBedroom – 10.9 m²Shower roomOutbuildingsCovered outdoor living and bar area – 35.2 m²Storage room – 15.2 m²Music studio (41.2 m²) with potential for an additional bedroom, office or studioWorkshop – 30.8 m²Mezzanine – 8.5 m²Technical rooms housing the solar battery system – 19.3 m²Carport – 17.2 m²OutsideApproximately 7.5 hectaresPasture and orchardStream running through the propertyPlanning permission for a swimming poolPlanning permission for several tiny housesSeparate access suitable for motorhomesPeaceful rural se
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