18th Century French ‘mas’
Winkworth’s International department is expanding at a great pace, with offices in France and Portugal and associates in Switzerland and Italy. Winkworth’s range of properties in France cater for a wide variety of prospective buyers, from avid skiers to sun seekers.
A recent instruction of particular interest is a lovely 18th century “mas” (farmhouse) just a few km from the wonderful city of Uzès with its churches, castle- home of the Duc d’Uzès and vaulted market square. The house is ideally located in a small village, 4km from a Michelin star restaurant, 25 km from Nimes airport and the Pont Du Gard.
The house been fully restored by the London based vendors who have owned the property for 10 years. The vendors have renovated the property whilst maintaining many of the original features such as old beamed ceilings, tiled floors and traditional stone fireplace. However it has also been refurbished with many modern conveniences like an American fridge/freezer, dishwasher and oven. The property is ideal either as holiday home (easy to lock up and leave) or as a fulltime residence.
The property comprises 1273 sq m of land. This space benefits from an outdoor pool and is one of four properties located next to fields and countryside. The house is south facing with some escape from the sun under the shaded terrace. There is also the luxury of a separate summer kitchen and dining area.