Malicornay, Centre-Val de Loire

Reference: MLSM-T9527. EXCLUSIVE TO BEAUX VILLAGES! 2 pretty countryside cottages located on the Compostela Pilgrim Route. Just a few kilometres from Gargilesse Dampierre, rated one of the most beautiful villages in France and once the country home of the famous French author, George Sand. These days, the village is home to artists, potters and musicians, along with galleries, restaurants, a chateau and an ancient church. Surrounding villages, steeped in charm each have something to offer - discover the best butchers, cheese shop, bakeries and restaurants favoured by locals. Street brocantes and summer festivals pop up everywhere during the summer season in this active area. Close to Argenton-sur-Creuse with its scenic medieval houses clinging to the side of the river. Here, there are supermarkets, boutiques, nightlife, a museum housing important Roman ruins and an amphitheatre. Argenton is situated close to the Brenne National Park with its lakes teeming with wildlife, and pretty villages. There is a direct train from Argenton to Paris, just under 2 hours away. Swim in the beautiful lakes of Bonnu and Fougres with their characterful cafes and bars; kayaking at Crozant, yet another stunning village with its large church, and ruined chateau clinging to a granite outcrop. Also close by is St Benoit du Sault, another 'Plus Beaux Village de France, ' with its medieval houses perched on the rocks. Find here the large annual street brocante and prestigious music events held in the church. With numerous cycle tracks, hiking trails and river fishing nearby, this charming house really will immerse you into the very best of French rural life. Both Cottages have original features and a lot of love given to them by the current owners, who has owned these properties for holiday use for the last 15 years. Whether used for visiting family and friends or to generate extra income (possible gite business - subject to necessary permissions), these properties must be seen. The first house includes a beautiful kitchen/dining room and a cozy lounge with a log burner. The bespoke staircase leads to 2 good sized bedrooms with new oak floors and a shower room. The second property has a lounge with original stone floor. Off the lounge is a very useful ground floor room which would make a perfect office. The kitchen is light and bright and leads to the rear garden. Upstairs you will find a very large bedroom and bathroom which includes a shower and a bath. There is also a storage room. The properties have private parking at the front, a large rear garden with a patio area off both kitchens. Also included is woodland located across the quiet road facing the cottages. At the entrance to the woodland is a stone outbuilding for extra storage. If a buyer would like any furnishings, this is subject to separate negotiation. All you have to do is turn up with your bags and enjoy these lovely houses.