3 Bedroom Villa with 5 Bedroom Chambre D'hote

Property Description

Top ranking eco-friendly, energy efficient Bed and Breakfast Maison des Lavandes built in 1998,situated just 2km from the picturesque village of Seillans (rated as one of the most beautiful villages in France. Set in an area of 7600sq metres, comprising of a pretty 3 bedroomed villa of 150m square, with a separate annexe of 5 guest rooms all with en-suite facilities and each with its own private,South facing terrace. It is currently rated number one in the village of Seillans on Tripadvisor.

The gated property is entered via a private gravel drive with a large parking area and traditional village style fountain. The main house and guest houses overlook the extensive gardens, pool and Provencal countryside. The recently built pool measures 12x6 metres, surrounded by a large, paved area. There is a chalet style pool house next to a vine covered dining area. The gardens have ancient olive trees, two 14th century stone shepherds shelters, terraces lined with lavender bushes and a large wooded area.


Guest rooms / annexe

There are three rooms measuring 18 sq metres, one of 30 sq metres, and the largest is 40 sq metres (they could easily be converted into self catering apartments if desired) All have private en suite shower rooms and terraces. The rooms are not limited to summer use as they are heated by low energy slim panel programmable heaters, and have UK television and WI-FI .

The Main House

Living/dining room 55sq metres with beamed ceiling, a large wood burning stove and back boiler providing central heating for the whole house. There are large sliding patio doors leading onto a spacious covered terrace giving a beautiful outdoor eating area.
There is an office of 9 sq metres
Large kitchen/ diner measuring 24 sq metres with beamed ceiling, breakfast bar, Lacanche range cooker and dining area. Separate doors lead outside to the guest rooms and private outside area. WC with sink

First Floor

Stairs leading from Office to first floor level
Bedroom one 19 sq metres with private terrace
Bedroom two 10 sq metres with built in wardrobe and Juliette balcony over looking the garden
Bedroom three 9 sq metres with built in wardrobe
Access from landing to insulated , loft storage area.
Bathroom with double basin , bath and WC.

Under house storage area ( cave ) 50 sq metres
Large garage/workshop measuring 84sq metres with roller shutters

6 KW Solar panels provide electricity, plus a battery system to give energy after sundown.
Solar Water heats a thermal store and provides hot water to both the house and guest rooms.
A Hunter wood burning stove with back boiler is connected to the central heating system of the entire house . There is an abundant supply of firewood from large trees in the grounds.
Extensive rain water harvesting. All these features contribute to the running of this cost saving, energy efficient business.