This lovely 5-bed stone house is situated in a quiet location on the edge of a small, vibrant town with plenty of amenities on the doorstep. Currently a thriving B&B business, the accommodation would work equally well as a very comfortable private house. Sold fully furnished and beautifully presented, the property is ready to welcome both guests and new owners alike!

The building has an interesting history and was previously the towns' post office. The layout of the property is versatile and as a very successful B&B, it is an excellent prospect for anyone looking for a business they can take over and hit the ground running, which may be a consideration for anyone applying for a visa. There are 4 ensuite guest rooms, private owners' quarters and two spacious reception areas. There is a total 190m2 habitable space, here's the layout:

Lower ground floor

Two large cellars - one used for wood storage, the water heating system & a large chest freezer. The second used to store garden equipment.

Ground floor

Entrance hall with staircase

Open plan kitchen with dining area with log-burning stove

Sitting room with log-burning stove & access to the dining terrace & garden beyond

WC

First floor

4 spacious double bedrooms with ensuite shower rooms

Second floor

Owners' private accommodation

Laundry room

Storage space

Potential to create two large bedrooms & a bathroom (subject to necessary permissions)

Outside

The fenced garden is south-west facing and covers an area of 1/3 of an acre. There are fruit trees, a hazelnut tree, well-established shrubs and a lawned area. There are two terraced areas that are ideal for dining outdoors. The terrace adjoining the house is a welcome shady spot when the midday sun is over head. There is also a patio and pergola in the garden that, with a flurry of fairy lights and table candles, is particularly evocative at night. The sunsets can be spectacular in this part of the world and if you're a keen star-gazer, this area is a designated 'dark sky' region.

There is a bank that the current owners have as a wildlife area and whilst there is no off-street parking, there is a grassy slope at the side of the house that could be converted for the purpose. However, the current owners haven't yet done this as there is lots of parking available on the street by the house.

Location:

Bugeat is a vibrant little town that is well-maintained and buzzy. With a good range of amenities including an excellent boulangerie, a selection of restaurants, butcher, post office, two doctors surgeries, a bank, supermarket and, of course, a cafe that is a particularly good spot to sit and watch the world go by on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month when the market comes to town.

Rural France is not renowned for its' public transport network, but in Bugeat there is a train station that opens up rail connections to Limoges, the airport and Paris and Bordeaux beyond. The nearby market towns of Eymoutiers, Meymac and Ussel are all beautiful with a good selection of independent shops and restaurants. Each well worth a visit, and all easily accessible via the train connection.

This area is renowned for its' beautiful wooded walking trails and the nearby Lake Vezere is fantastic for exploring by foot or kayak. Many locals head this way to cool off in the summer months.

Winter is quiet and peaceful and you are likely to see snow. The nearest ski-slopes are just an hour away. Meanwhile, summer is vibrant. Spring through to autumn, the calendar is full of get-togethers, cultural and gastronomic events including the Mondiere races, markets, bbqs, concerts and brocantes.

At a glance:

Bedrooms: 5

Bathrooms: 5

Receptions: 2

Habitable space: 190m2

Plot size: 1275m2 / 0.32 acres

Taxe fonciere: approx €1,500

DPE rating: F

Broadband: yes, fibre optic broadband

Sold furnished

Drainage: Mains

Neighbours: close by

Distance to shops: Walking distance

Distance to train station: Walking distance

Distance to airport: Limoges, 1hr 20 mins

Please note: Agency fees are included in the advertised price and are payable by the purchaser. All locations and sizes are approximate. La Residence has made every effort to ensure that the details and photographs of this property are accurate and in no way misleading. However, this information does not form part of a contract and no warranties are either given or implied.

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* Successful business / comfortable home
* 5 ensuite bedrooms
* Spacious, light living areas with wood-burners
* Beautifully presented and sold furnished
* Pretty south-west facing garden
* Situated in a pretty town with a good range of amenities
* Popular area for outdoor enthusiasts
* Lakes, rivers and forests to explore
* Walking distance to railway station & shops
* Ski resort an hour away