6-Bedroom Maison de Maitre Near Dax with Garden and TGV Access to Paris



Pouillon, Landes, 40350, France, Pouillon (France)
6 Bedrooms · 2 Bathrooms · 376m² Floor area
€460,000
House
No parking
6 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
376m²
Garden
No pool
Not furnished
Description
Imagine Saturday mornings at the Pouillon market, where vendors greet you by name as you select fresh cèpes mushrooms and local Chalosse beef for tonight's dinner. Your 1900s Maison de Maitre stands just minutes away, its marble entrance hall cool even on warm summer afternoons, welcoming family and friends who've arrived via the nearby TGV station after just four hours from Paris. This is life in the Landes, where historic grandeur meets the practical rhythms of southwest France. Located on the ancient Roman route between Bordeaux and Pamplona, this 376-square-meter residence offers the rare combination of historical character, generous proportions, and strategic positioning between Atlantic beaches and Pyrenean peaks. The ground floor reveals the home's Belle Époque roots immediately. Marble floors stretch across a 30-square-meter entrance hall, setting an elegant tone that continues through the music room and 32-square-meter living room. The kitchen, complemented by an 8-square-meter pantry and separate utility room, provides the workspace needed for serious cooking and entertaining. A ground-floor office offers flexible space for remote work, while the additional 20-square-meter living room creates options for multi-generational living or hosting extended stays. Four bedrooms occupy the first floor, each designed with guest comfort in mind. Two feature en-suite shower rooms, a third boasts a full bathroom, and the fourth includes a water point for added convenience. This floor configuration allows you to host three couples or families simultaneously while maintaining everyone's privacy and comfort. The thoughtful layout reflects the home's original purpose as a residence for receiving guests and conducting the social life expected of a prominent household. The second floor expands possibilities further with four additional rooms and another shower room. Beautiful oak cupboards line the hallway, offering abundant storage that any vacation home owner appreciates. One room currently serves as an artist's studio, its generous proportions and light making it ideal for creative pursuits, a private gym, children's playroom, or whatever your family's interests demand. This flexibility transforms the property from simply spacious to genuinely adaptable across seasons and changing family needs. The 2,200-square-meter garden extends your living space outdoors, providing room for summer dining under the stars, a vegetable patch for growing your own produce, or simply a green buffer from neighbors. In this part of France, outdoor space enhances property value and rental appeal, offering guests the combination of village convenience and private retreat. Pouillon itself occupies a strategic position in the Landes department, just south of the spa town of Dax, famous for its thermal waters and quality of life. The village maintains authentic French character while offering practical amenities: bakeries, cafés, restaurants, and weekly markets supply daily needs without tourist crowds. The TGV station sits 25 minutes away, connecting you to Paris in four hours and making weekend escapes or mid-week stays entirely feasible for owners based elsewhere in France or Europe. This accessibility transforms the property from occasional retreat to regularly used second home. The location's true magic lies in its positioning between two of France's most compelling landscapes. Drive 45 minutes west and you're walking the Atlantic beaches at Hossegor or Capbreton, where surf culture meets Basque tradition and beachfront restaurants serve fresh oysters with crisp white wine. Head south for 90 minutes and you're in the Pyrenees, hiking mountain trails in summer or skiing Gourette and La Pierre Saint-Martin in winter. Few vacation homes offer this range of activities within such accessible distances. Spring in the Landes brings mild temperatures and the countryside's awakening. Local festivals celebrate everything from asparagus to Armagnac, providing insight into regional culture. Summer delivers warm, sunny days perfect for beach visits, outdoor dining, and exploring the pine forests that characterize the landscape. Autumn brings mushroom season, when locals hunt for cèpes and girolles, and vineyard visits in nearby Madiran and Jurançon showcase the harvest. Winter remains mild compared to northern France, with occasional Pyrenean ski trips and cozy evenings by the fireplace. The property's 130-square-meter basement provides crucial storage and utility space, accommodating everything from bicycles to beach equipment to wine collections. For vacation home owners, especially those renting the property part-time, this secure storage allows you to leave belongings on-site between visits. The existing fireplace adds ambiance and practical heating, while internet connectivity ensures you stay connected when needed. Energy costs, estimated between 5,374 and 7,270 euros annually, reflect the home's generous size and age, though these figures vary with usage patterns. For a vacation home used seasonally rather than year-round, actual costs typically run lower. The annual property tax of 2,116 euros remains reasonable for a property of this size and location, representing manageable carrying costs for international owners. The Landes property market appeals to French buyers seeking countryside retreats and international purchasers drawn to authentic France at accessible price points. Properties of this size and character attract both large families and investors interested in the growing vacation rental market. The home's six bedrooms position it well for rental income, particularly during summer months and holiday periods when families seek spacious accommodation between beach and mountains. International buyers will find France's property purchase process straightforward with proper guidance. Notaire fees approximate seven percent of the purchase price, covering legal work and title transfer. For EU citizens, ownership presents no restrictions, while non-EU buyers face minimal additional requirements. Many owners establish French bank accounts to manage property expenses and rental income, simplifying ongoing administration. The Basque influence permeates the broader region, evident in local architecture, cuisine, and cultural events. Bayonne and Biarritz lie within an hour, offering sophisticated dining, shopping, and cultural attractions. San Sebastian sits just across the Spanish border, expanding your radius of exploration. This cultural richness transforms a vacation home from simple accommodation to a base for experiencing one of Europe's most distinctive regions. For families, the property offers space for everyone to spread out while maintaining communal areas for gathering. Grandparents, parents, and children can vacation together without feeling cramped. For couples or individuals, the home provides room to host friends, creating shared experiences that deepen relationships. The property's scale suits those who view their vacation home as a gathering place rather than a solitary retreat. Key features include 376 square meters of living space across three floors, six bedrooms accommodating twelve-plus guests comfortably, two full bathrooms plus two shower rooms, 2,200-square-meter garden with mature landscaping, marble entrance hall and period details throughout, ground-floor office suitable for remote work, separate pantry and utility room, 130-square-meter basement for storage, fireplace and internet connectivity, TGV access 25 minutes away connecting to Paris, Atlantic beaches 45 minutes west, Pyrenees skiing 90 minutes south, Biarritz airport 50 minutes for international flights, proximity to Dax spa town and amenities, and village location with authentic French character. This Maison de Maitre represents more than a vacation property; it offers entry into a lifestyle balancing history and comfort, activity and relaxation, French tradition and modern convenience. Whether you envision long summer holidays with extended family, winter weekends escaping to nearby ski slopes, or generating rental income while building equity in French real estate, this Pouillon residence provides the foundation. Contact Homestra today to arrange a viewing and begin imagining your life in southwest France, where every visit brings new discoveries and cherished memories take root.
Details
- Amount of bedrooms
- 6
- Size
- 376m²
- Price per m²
- €1,223
- Garden size
- 8321m²
- Has Garden
- Yes
- Has Parking
- No
- Has Basement
- Yes
- Condition
- good
- Amount of Bathrooms
- 2
- Has swimming pool
- No
- Property type
- House
- Energy label
Unknown
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