Castelnau-d'Arbieu, Midi-Pyrénées 32500

Completely renovated from top to bottom by the current owner, this beautiful stone property is a perfect match between old character and modern day living.  It is a house which demands to be lived in and enjoyed, every detail has been thought about carefully and the quality of the renovation can be seen everywhere. Designed as split level living, the front door opens on to a vast dining room with bi-fold doors opening out on to the garden.  At the other end is a fantastic old style pub family room which also becomes a cinema when all the blinds are drawn.  There is a bar area with sink and fridge in one corner to avoid going up and down stairs for refreshments. Also on the ground floor are two guest bedrooms with ensuite shower rooms, and the utility/boiler room housing the wood pellet system, a very economical way of running the under-floor heating. The lovely wide, wooden, stairs lead up into the living room with fully fitted kitchen at one end and sitting room with wood burner at the other, with more bi-fold doors opening out on to a covered terrace.  This is an excellent spot to sit and admire the views over the village and beyond, no matter the weather. Back inside, the master suite is inviting with its dressing, shower room and doors leading out to the terrace, another perfect blend of modern and character.  Next door to the master suite is another bedroom which would be ideal for an office if preferred.  Finishing off the indoors the last bedroom is next door to the family bathroom. Everywhere is light, airy, comfortable and in immaculate condition.  Outside is just as delightful.  The current owner loves to cook, so the summer kitchen has been created for him to enjoy: a pizza oven, built in grill with spit, sink with instant hot water, a fridge, and stainless steel (rodent proof) cupboards and drawers as well as plenty of work surface.  A small in-ground pool is perfect to cool off after a spot of sunbathing.  The ground around the pool has been prepared for tiling if preferred. Every metre has been used to full effect in this low maintenace garden, and along with the covered terrace, there really is plenty of opportunity to enjoy the outdoors. Situated in the heart of a pretty village, this property is for those who wish to be part of a community, one which adheres to the old-fashioned values of looking out for each other, helping each other and, of course, celebrating with each other.  It could work equally well as a family home or a holiday home with little maintenance needed and easy to lock up and leave with the surrounding neighbours on hand to watch over it.