An old postcard of the house records what its stones still show: part of this château was built in the 15th century by Ayssieu de Montesquiou, of one of the oldest families in Gascony. Its towers and arched gateway were made for a strategic, defensive role.
The Montesquiou name still echoes here: the real d’Artagnan, raised nearby, took his famous name from his mother’s side of the family.
The manoir is believed to have served as a pilgrims’ hospice on one of the routes to Spain. A place of rest behind thick walls, at the edge of a quiet Gascon hamlet.
Developed over successive periods, the building has been comprehensively restored. Six magnificent fireplaces, broad mullioned windows and ceilings of up to four metres fill it with light and character, while underfloor heating from a ground-source heat pump keeps it comfortable throughout.
For all its grand proportions, this is an easy house to live in, with a simple layout on both floors. The manoir is part of a friendly village, whose sense of community means the house needs no guardian when you are away. Fast internet makes it just as practical for work as for holidays.
A long approach between cypresses and roses, with the tower ahead.
From the parking area, steps climb to a dramatic arched entryway.
Through the arch, a formal courtyard of box parterres and water.
The heart of the house, and large enough for a party. A massive beamed ceiling spans the whole space, from the kitchen with its marble worktops, Lacanche range and butler’s sink to a sitting area gathered around an imposing classical fireplace. A French window opens onto the elevated terrace for meals outdoors.
An extraordinary room for entertaining on the first floor. Massive painted beams run above pale stone floors, tall windows bring in the light, and doors lead on to the tower rooms.
A formal dining room for long Gascon lunches and candlelit dinners. A monumental fireplace and dark beams frame a long table, and a door opens straight out to the terrace.
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High on the third floor, the tower room is an empty canvas under a timber ceiling. It could be a study, a guest room or simply a place to escape to. Drag the slider to see one way it could feel.
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A separate building of around 180 m², the gîte is a complete, independent home for family, friends or paying guests. Downstairs, a kitchen and dining room on hexagonal terracotta floors sits alongside a living room with a wood-burning stove, and both open to the outdoors. A wooden staircase leads up to a sitting area on the landing and three bedrooms with timber floors and exposed beams.
Skilfully landscaped, with unusual plantings and a new discovery around each corner.
Long country views, and a village close at hand.
On the edge of a peaceful hamlet in the Gers, within a friendly village and with long views across the countryside. The lively market town of Vic-Fezensac has amenities all year round.
Approximate area. The exact address is given on request.
On the edge of a peaceful hamlet in the Gers, Gascony, 13 km from the market town of Vic-Fezensac, 80 km from the TGV station at Agen and 110 km from Toulouse airport.
The manoir has four bedrooms on the first floor. The separate gîte has three further bedrooms.
The gîte of approximately 180 m² has its own kitchen and dining room, a living room, a garage and three bedrooms upstairs, with double glazing and electric heating.
By underfloor heating throughout, supplied by a high-performance ground-source heat pump. The energy class is D.
Viewings are by appointment, either in person or as a guided virtual tour. Please use the form below or contact Martin Sheach directly.
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