house for sale Mirande, Gers

On the southern edge of a "castelnau" with views over the surrounding Gers countryside and to the Pyrénées mountains, this property is a former convent with a main building, a chapel on one side, a covered terrace and a large garage on the other side. The sympathetic renovation has successfully kept numbers of original features (wooden staircase, fireplace,wooden floors, old tiles) of this 18th-century mansion that is elegant and functional, comfortable et easy to maintain. High ceilings throughout. The main living space includes : a large entrance hall with a monumental staircase (to the 1st floor), leading to the sitting-room and the formal dining-romm (both with French door to the garden), an large L-shaped ktichen (full equipped with AGA) with a family dining area and door to the covered terrace outside. The grand staircase leads to a landing with access to 3 large bedrooms (one is en-suite) and a shared family bathroom. The ancient chapel is accessible either from the main staicase inside (half landing) or from the street through a richly decorated with Toulouse terracotta entrance. It consists of an office/library with a baywindom to the garden, 3 smaller rooms and above, a space with the potential of creating another en-suite bedroom. This chapel can be totally independant from the main building (potential income if let). Very large garage with automatic door from the street (part of it could be converted to further accommodation). Terraced garden on 2 levels. Private. Uninterrupted panoramic views. Well. Property in perfect condition, very well maintained. Would suit a family as a main residence or a holiday pad. The charming village on the way to Saint-Jacques de Compostelle is busy, with a café/convenience store, a pharmacy, a medical centre (doctor and nurses) and various cultural events. Local traditions are respected. Auch is 30 kms away, Toulouse airport 1H15. The international jazz festival in Marciac (July/August) is within a 25km-distance. Numerous places of historical and architectural interest around. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION AND REQUEST FOR A VISIT PLEASE CONTACT AGENCE HAMILTON IN LECTOURE ON : +33 (5) (please use the form to respond ) .