
Substantial Medieval Village House: Main Residence & Guardian Cottage























Substantial Medieval Village House: Main Residence & Guardian Cottage
Saint-Macaire, Gironde
- 270 m² of living space
- 610 m² of garden
- 7 rooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Gas
EXCLUSIVE TO MAXWELL BAYNES CHRISTIE'S INTERNATIONAL REAL ESTATE: Nestled in the heart of a historic, medieval village, this characterful and spacious stone property seamlessly combines original period features with thoughtful modern updates. Offering a rare opportunity to own a piece of French history, the property comprises a substantial main residence and an independent guardian cottage. Spread over three levels, it provides inviting living spaces, comfortable bedrooms, and expansive views over the village and surrounding countryside. Outside the garden with swimming pool creates a private retreat, while the garage adds valuable practical storage or parking, increasingly rare in village centres. Main Residence (220m²) Impeccably presented, this 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom residence offers a sophisticated layout: Ground Floor: Features a light-filled living area and kitchen that flows towards a glass veranda, offering direct access to and views of the walled garden. Mezzanine Level: Accessed via an original stone staircase, this area includes a secondary living room/library, along with access to the back entrance, laundry room and parking area. Upper Levels: A second staircase leads to a spacious bedroom and two bathrooms, with a third staircase providing access to an additional two bedrooms. Guardian Cottage (50m²) A completely independent, one-bedroom cottage featuring its own private doorway and terrace area, perfect for guests, family, or as a rental opportunity. Key Features Heating: Dual-system central heating (Gas combined with an energy-efficient heat pump Frisquet system). Connectivity: Fibre high-speed internet. Comfort: Double glazing installed throughout both properties. Infrastructure: Connected to mains drainage. Parking: Garage with capacity for 1–2 cars. Lifestyle: Private courtyard swimming pool. Location and Heritage Just 35 minutes south of Bordeaux by train (with it's own train station) or by car, the village is renowned for its remarkably well-preserved medieval architecture. Once a significant commercial hub in the Middle Ages, particularly for the wine trade, it is located in the heart of the Entre-Deux-Mers area, celebrated for its exceptional white wines. Perched on a cliff overlooking the Garonne River, the property offers stunning, elevated views of the surrounding vineyards and river valley. The Village: A genuinely lived-in, vibrant village that is alive with local festivals, live music events, and traditional markets, giving residents an authentic rhythm of French village life rarely found this close to a major city. Daily life here is refreshingly self-sufficient, with everything residents need right in the village centre: A bakery, butcher, tabac, grocery store, and several restaurants and bars, many with terraces on the historic square. Residents can walk to cover daily needs, while still enjoying easy access to Bordeaux's wine country, the Sauternes vineyards, and the banks of the Garonne just steps away. Inquiries For more information, a comprehensive brochure, and detailed floor plans, please contact Jane Vernon at +33 6 43 50 01 21. Live virtual tours can be arranged for those unable to visit in person.
Property highlights
- Fireplace
- Internet
- Fence
- Bike storage room
- Caretaker house
- Swimming pool
- Sauna
- Double glazing
- Barbecue
Localisation
A short drive away
- Doctor
- Hospital/clinic
- Shops
- Supermarket
- Town centre
- Train station
- Airport
Approximate localization of the property
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Estimated annual energy expenditure for standard use
Average energy prices indexed as of January 1, 2021 (including subscription)
Information about the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the site. Géorisques : www.georisques.gouv.fr
Discover the area
The largest ‘department’ in the south west’s ‘Nouvelle Aquitaine’ region, the Gironde is home to the spectacular city and vineyards of Bordeaux. Its renowned wine region, separated by the Gironde estuary, is made up of the ‘Left Bank’ and ‘Right Bank’ appellations (AOC) which include Saint-Emilion, Pomerol, Medoc, Saint-Estephe, Margaux, Graves, Sauternes, Entre-deux-Mer and Bordeaux, which produce some of the finest wines in the world.
Located on the Atlantic coast, the Côte d’Argent is home to the tallest sand dune in Europe, the ‘Dune de Pilat’ along with the popular holiday destinations of Arcachon, Cap Ferret and Pyla-sur-Mer, offering coastal escapes to thousands of French and international visitors each year.
Gironde’s capital, the city of Bordeaux itself, is perched on the river Garonne and is a UNESCO world heritage site, blessed with 18th Century architecture and must-see historical monuments such as the Pey-Berland Tower, the Porte Cailhau, the Saint-André Cathedral, the Grand-Théâtre and Place de la Bourse.
Only 2.5 hours from Paris by train (TGV), Bordeaux, Bordeaux Metropole and its countryside have fast become one of the most popular areas in France to live, work and enjoy life due to its buzzing culture, historical sites, and magnificent landscape.


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