11 Bed House for sale
Goult, Vaucluse, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France
£5,229,518 *
[€6,300,000]
Full Description
This former 17th-century coaching inn lies in the heart of the picturesque Goult countryside, close to the renowned villages of Lacoste, Goult, and Ménerbes. Surrounded by over 10 acres of private woodland and grounds, this handsome stone property offers extraordinary volumes, exquisite authentic features, and exceptional versatility and business potential. While in need of refreshing, the property remains structurally sound and retains the timeless craftsmanship of a renovation celebrated in Côté Sud magazine.
The ground floor comprises: inviting foyer awe-inspiring 214m² grand room adorned with tall arches and vaulted ceilings dining kitchen equipped with a La Cornue gas cooker and adjoining traditional wine cellar large scullery kitchen and utility rooms heated indoor swimming pool office former caretakers apartment. The entire ground floor is embellished by an exquisite pierre de Banon stone flooring and benefits from underfloor heating.
A magnificent stone staircase leads to the first and second floors. The south wing houses the master suite, a luxurious 157m² space featuring a double-height ceiling bedroom, a sitting room with a stone fireplace, a private kitchen, and a gorgeous bathroom with a wrought-iron bathtub and a walk-in shower. Traditional terracotta parefeuille flooring adds warmth and charm throughout. The first floor further comprises seven generously sized double bedrooms (the largest measuring 51m²), six bathrooms and a sitting room.
The second floor accommodates a second master suite with a regal double bedroom and an opulent adjoining bathroom. This level also includes two additional bedrooms, one of which features a private office, and a shared bathroom.
The grounds offer a serene walled swimming pool area with a covered terrace, enveloped by wild greenery to ensure complete privacy. The vaulted grand room and kitchen open into a charming central courtyard, shaded by a centuries-old plane tree, providing the perfect setting for al fresco dining and gatherings.
Whether envisioned as an opulent bed and breakfast or a unique business venture, this property holds extraordinary potential. While restoration is required to return it to its former glory, the breathtaking volumes, privileged location in the heart of the Golden Triangle, and exceptional character guarantee a remarkable result.
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