Historic Stone Longère – A Rare Heritage Estate in Creuse, France Bernard Lubese is proud to present this exceptional longère, a timeless example of rural French architecture, offering a unique opportunity to restore and reimagine a historic home of remarkable character. The Residence The principal house retains its authentic charm with : - A welcoming 17 m² salon with fireplace, - A generous 30 m² kitchen with original stone floor and fireplace, opening onto a vaulted cellar, - Three light-filled bedrooms (9, 10 and 18 m²) on the upper floor, along with a spacious attic ready to be transformed. Outbuildings & Grounds Enhancing the estate’s potential, the property includes: - A stable and a 70 m² barn, both adjoining, - An 80 m² guest house with three rooms, ideal for conversion, - A detached stone barn of approx. 80 m² (dating from 1935), - Across the lane, a separate parcel of land complete with an authentic pigsty, evoking the estate’s pastoral heritage. A Home Steeped in History This longère, classified in the 1970s among the remarkable houses of Creuse, carries inscriptions of 1816 above its entrance and 1853 above a window. Its origins are thought to date back to the reign of Napoleon I, with completion during Napoleon III—a property that has silently witnessed two centuries of French history. Estate Features - 4,040 m² of land, enriched by three perennial wells, - 20 minutes from Aubusson, the European capital of tapestry, - 1 hour from Clermont-Ferrand, 2 hours from Limoges, - Close to local amenities including schools, shops, and medical services, - Property tax: €804 – Housing tax: €164. An Invitation to Restore a Legacy Though requiring complete renovation and modern sanitation, this rare property offers discerning buyers the opportunity to breathe new life into a historic estate of undeniable charm. The result could be a distinguished countryside retreat, a family estate, or an elegant second residence, set in the serene landscapes of Creuse. This is not simply a house—it is a heritage, a story, and an invitation to create your own chapter in French history.