Picture yourself waking to birdsong across rolling meadows, coffee in hand on your veranda as morning mist lifts from the Millevaches Plateau. This is life at your own country retreat in the heart of Limousin, where 7.3 acres of French countryside belong entirely to you. Within 15 minutes, crystal-clear mountain lakes await your afternoon swim, while your private orchard promises fresh fruit preserves come autumn. This is the vacation home that becomes your family's gathering place, your creative sanctuary, your escape from the everyday. Welcome to authentic rural France, ready to welcome you home.
Nestled in the peaceful village of Augne in Haute-Vienne, this 162-square-meter country residence offers immediate move-in comfort combined with exceptional expansion potential. The main house presents five generous bedrooms across two thoughtfully designed floors, providing ample space for extended family gatherings, hosting friends, or accommodating guests when you rent the property during months you're away. The architecture captures traditional Limousin character while incorporating modern conveniences that international owners appreciate.
Step through the entrance into a sun-filled veranda spanning 25 square meters, your transition space between outdoors and in, perfect for morning yoga sessions or rainy afternoon reading. The heart of the home flows from a fully equipped kitchen into an open dining area warmed by a wood-burning insert, creating the convivial atmosphere essential to French country living. Imagine preparing regional specialties with ingredients from your own land, the scent of burning oak mingling with simmering daubes and gratins. The adjacent living room stretches generously, flooded with natural light from multiple exposures, offering space for both intimate evenings and larger celebrations.
The ground floor master suite provides a private retreat with walk-in dressing room and modern shower room, ideal for owners seeking main-level living or guests preferring accessibility. An office space allows remote work with countryside views, making extended stays entirely practical for today's flexible professionals. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms offer versatility: children's rooms, guest quarters, or dedicated spaces for hobbies and creativity. A well-appointed bathroom with double washbasin serves the upper floor, while separate toilets on both levels add convenience for families and guests.
The true treasure here extends beyond the main residence. A substantial 150-square-meter barn stands ready for transformation, offering two full floors with concrete foundation and double-glazed windows already installed. Convert this space into guest accommodations for rental income, create an artist's studio flooded with north light, establish a woodworking shop, or develop a wellness retreat with yoga studio and treatment rooms. The possibilities reflect your vision for your vacation property lifestyle. Additional outbuildings including workshop space and former animal shelters provide storage for bikes, kayaks, skiing equipment, and all the recreational gear that accumulates when you truly live in a place.
The 29,578-square-meter property unfolds as productive orchard and open meadow, offering space most vacation home buyers only dream about. Plant extensive vegetable gardens, establish walking paths through your own woods, create outdoor entertaining areas, or simply let children and dogs roam freely. The land comes free of any tenancy, giving you complete control over your domain. Solar panels reduce your environmental footprint while generating income, with annual electricity costs averaging just 300 euros after selling surplus back to the grid. This property demonstrates that sustainability and comfort coexist beautifully.
The Limousin region remains one of France's best-kept secrets for vacation home investment. The Millevaches Plateau offers four-season appeal often overlooked by international buyers focused on more crowded destinations. Summer brings hiking across heather-covered hills, mountain biking through forest trails, and swimming in glacial lakes so clear you see fish darting below. Lac de Vassivière, just 15 minutes away, provides sailing, windsurfing, and lakeside beaches, while contemporary art installations on the island add cultural dimension. Lac de Bujaleuf offers quieter shores for kayaking and fishing.
Autumn transforms the countryside into tapestries of amber and rust, with mushroom foraging becoming serious pursuit among locals who'll share secret spots once you're accepted into the community. Winter can dust the plateau with snow, creating postcard scenes and opportunities for cross-country skiing. The region's position in central France means true alpine skiing lies within two hours at stations in Auvergne. Spring explodes with wildflowers and newborn livestock in neighboring farms, reminding you that agricultural rhythms still govern life here.
Limoges, the porcelain capital just 45 minutes away, provides international airport connections, TGV high-speed rail to Paris in three hours, and urban amenities including excellent restaurants, museums, and shopping. The city's historic quarters reward exploration, while its medical facilities give international owners peace of mind. Smaller market towns closer to Augne offer weekly markets bursting with regional products: Limousin beef, walnut oils, chestnut honey, artisan cheeses, and the hearty charcuterie that defines French country tables.
Cultural traditions run deep in Limousin, with village festivals celebrating everything from chestnuts to cattle. Summer brings music festivals ranging from classical to contemporary, while theater companies perform in medieval courtyards and converted barns. The region's relative affordability compared to Provence, Dordogne, or Atlantic coast destinations means your investment goes further, while rental demand from French holiday-makers seeking authentic countryside experiences continues growing. Many international owners successfully rent their Limousin properties for July and August, covering annual costs while reserving spring, autumn, and winter weeks for personal use.
This property suits buyers seeking genuine rural immersion rather than resort-style amenities. You'll shop at village boulangeries, befriend farmers at markets, and learn the seasonal rhythms that connect people to land. The home requires no immediate work, allowing you to begin enjoying your vacation property from day one while planning barn conversion at your own pace. For families building multi-generational gathering places, creative professionals needing inspiring retreats, or anyone yearning for simpler living without sacrificing comfort, this Limousin country home offers authentic French lifestyle at accessible pricing.
Key features include: Five bedrooms accommodating large groups | Ground floor master suite with walk-in closet | Open-plan kitchen and dining with wood-burning insert | Spacious light-filled living room | Home office for remote work | 150-square-meter barn for conversion | Multiple outbuildings and workshops | Solar panels generating income | Annual electricity costs approximately 300 euros | 7.3 acres of private orchard and meadow | Double-glazed windows throughout | Electric heating system | Cellar for wine storage | 15 minutes to Lac de Vassivière | 45 minutes to Limoges airport and TGV | Ready for immediate occupancy
The Haute-Vienne property market offers exceptional value for international buyers, with prices remaining stable while coastal regions see volatility. French property ownership for non-EU buyers involves straightforward processes, with notaires guiding transactions and ensuring legal clarity. Many owners establish SCIs for tax efficiency and succession planning, topics worth discussing with specialized advisors before purchase.
This country home represents more than property acquisition; it offers entry into a lifestyle increasingly rare in modern Europe. Here, neighbors still gather for communal meals, seasons dictate activities, and time moves at human pace. Your vacation home in Augne becomes the anchor for family traditions, the setting for milestone celebrations, the place where city stress dissolves into country peace. At 299,000 euros for this combination of ready-to-enjoy residence, conversion-ready barn, and expansive land, the value proposition speaks clearly to discerning buyers.
Contact Homestra today to arrange your private viewing of this exceptional Limousin vacation property. Discover how country living in the heart of France can transform your holidays, weekends, and ultimately your approach to life itself. Your French countryside adventure begins here.
