Lez, Midi-Pyrénées 31440

Located in the centre of an historic Pyrenean village, 10 mins from the border of Spain, you will find this renovated, gorgeous 200+-year-old dwelling with a courtyard and large terrace.The owners have lovingly restored this property using high quality materials whilst maintaining many original features.It is perfectly located to take advantage of skiing, unparalleled hiking, camping, cycling and other outdoor activities.The properly is a lovely family home or holiday home but would also be a perfect B&B or gite (investment). The B&B in the village closed 7 years ago due to bereavement, leaving scope for a new establishment catering to tourists and skiers in the region.The accommodation is as followsGROUND FLOORThis light and airy level includes a large open-plan salon and kitchen, a laundry room/pantry, a cloakroom, and a Wc. At the rear of the home are two double-glazed doors that lead to the outdoor courtyard. Two climatization units have been installed for heating, cooling, and dehumidification.Vestibule Entrance (3.2 m2)You enter the home through double front doors that lead into an enclosed vestibule with Pyrenean marble floors. A second set of double-glazed doors serves as a climate barrier and entrance into the main home. It houses a centralized tableau for all electrical, satellite/cable television, and Cat-5 ethernet functions.Large Open-Plan Salon and Kitchen (41.5 m2)The ground floor offers a large open-plan salon and gourmet kitchen. New ceramic tile (2021) has been installed, but the original historic Pyrenean marble path has been retained. The salon has been fitted with an environmentally green pellet stove insert in the original fireplace. The room is accented by floor-to-ceiling original cabinetry with ornamental plaster reliefs and neoclassical details. Three ornamental plaster faces peer down from above the fireplace (we think the likenesses of the family who originally built the home!). The salon is lit by a large chandelier hung from a ceiling rose above.The kitchen was designed in 2021 with an enormous French oak centre island housing a copper sink, dishwasher, microwave, and plenty of drawers fitted with custom storage. Above the centre island are two crystal and copper light fixtures that anchor the room.The kitchen includes an ardoise grey 110cm Falcon Elise (made by Rangemaster) double oven with separate broiler and warming drawer with an induction cooktop (4, 900 euros), a fitted exhaust system, and an American-style side-by-side refrigerator. The original working wood burning fireplace serves as a beautiful backdrop for the kitchen. The kitchen is wired for satellite/cable television, and Cat-5 ethernet (for television/internet).Cloakroom (9.8 m2)This room has new ceramic tile flooring that flows in from the salon to unify the space. It is the perfect place to store winter coats/boots, bicycles, and skis when coming in from the cold. It has a closed fireplace and a crystal chandelier.WC (2.6 m2)Off the cloakroom is a newly designed and installed Wc with a wash basin, new tiled floor, new toilet, and an ambient wall heater.Laundry Room/Pantry (9.4 m2)The room has a newly installed hot water cylinder and is the plumbing hub of the home.StaircaseAt the rear of the ground floor is a grand staircase with curved banisters and original railings that match those found in the village Mairie. The staircase is lit by fixtures on both upper floor landings and an enormous window.Courtyard (43 m2)The courtyard is a flexible space serving as a potted herb garden, three-season dining area, and hot tub. The tall privacy wall is fitted with windows that allow for views of the Garonne River. A watertight metal door provides access to the River. Covered patio (6.70 m2) with original evier marble sink Original outdoor fireplace, hearth, and bread oven for fires on autumn evenings Wood store (4.35 m2) Source with an installed pump Small storage for garden equipment (1 m2) Outdoor water taps, electrical outlets, and light