Vitarel | Beautifully renovated farmhouse with contemporary design in the French Quercy region
Visited on location by Nice2stayHidden deep in the southwestern French countryside, in the tranquil Quercy region, surrounded by pretty gardens and an olive grove, you will find Vitarel. This old family farm was - under the guidance of American industrial designer Max Burton and architect Quinlin Messenger and together with a team of local craftsmen - modernized with smart, sustainable technologies. LED lighting and appliances turn off when not in use, rainwater fills underground reservoirs for irrigation and the hi-tech pool is covered with an innovative shade structure with solar panels that supply all the necessary energy to the entire building.
Yet, the sustainable character of the house has not detracted from its beauty! Behind the classic country facade with blue shutters, you will be surprised by a contemporary design with modern vintage mid-century furniture and eye-catching 20th-century works of art, which complement the original furniture, mostly of own design.
Vitarel consists of four independent houses - La Maison, L'Atelier, Le Cottage, and Le Jardin Suite - each with a complete kitchen, bedroom(s), bathroom, and technological feats. Old French doors have been given a makeover with chic black frames and generous windows flood the rooms with natural light, making them intimate and warm.
Outside you will find several terraces with a gorgeous view of the valley, a manicured green lawn, and a fire pit for cozy evenings together when the garden is beautifully lit. At the heated swimming pool - nestled into a hill - you can relax on the loungers after a day of sightseeing in the region. Quercy is known for its medieval villages, vineyards, and ancient castles, a perfect area to enjoy slow life. But you can also go hiking in the nearby natural parks, kayak on the River Lot and try regional specialties at the local farmers' markets and bistros.
Vitarel | Beautifully renovated farmhouse with contemporary design in the French Quercy region
Visited on location by Nice2stayHidden deep in the southwestern French countryside, in the tranquil Quercy region, surrounded by pretty gardens and an olive grove, you will find Vitarel. This old family farm was - under the guidance of American industrial designer Max Burton and architect Quinlin Messenger and together with a team of local craftsmen - modernized with smart, sustainable technologies
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Stunning sustainable design villa for 10p in in the Quercy region in France
Vitarel consists of four independent houses, each with its own kitchen, bedroom(s), and bathroom, which together can accommodate 10 people, making it a perfect location for a holiday with various families or groups of friends.
Vitarel is built in an environmentally sustainable way, the solar panels of the swimming pool provide all the energy the 'smart home' needs and rainwater fills underground reservoirs for irrigation. Lights and appliances turn off when not in use. The air-conditioning, which is available all throughout the property, is also powered by solar energy.
Each house also has a separate WiFi network with a fiber optic connection and an iPad to control music, heating and lighting, and Sonos speakers.
Layout Vitarel | 350m2 | 10 people
La Maison (the main house):
- Open-plan living with a spacious lounge area with sofas, patio doors to the outside, and a staircase to the first floor.
- The lounge leads into the stunning kitchen fitted with a double oven, induction hob, extractor fan, extra large fridge freezer and ice maker, wine cooler, kettle, toaster, full range of stainless steel pots and pans, all necessary kitchen utensils including chef's knives and cutlery for 12 people, plus a dining table for 6-8 people.
- Two bedrooms on the first floor, each with a double bed (160x200cm)
- Bathroom with a shower, sink, WC and a bathtub.
- Three terraces around the house with outdoor furniture and a gas barbecue
- Further amenities: Apple Mac monitor with Apple TV in the living room; the monitor can be used with a laptop for computer use or to watch TV. There is a second television in one of the bedrooms with an Apple TV + DVD player. Washer and dryer.
Le Cottage:
- Kitchen with oven, induction hob, extractor hood, fridge, toaster, kettle, all utensils and crockery for 6 people, plus a dining table for 6 people
- Large bedroom with a double bed (160x200cm), a desk, and a bathroom with a shower, sink, and toilet
- Two private terraces with outdoor furniture
L'Atelier:
- On the ground floor is a bedroom with a double bed (160x200cm) with access to a terrace and an ensuite bathroom with shower, toilet, and sink
- On the first floor, you will find a large open living room with a sitting area, a large dining table for 14 people, and a fully equipped kitchen with a double oven, induction plate, extractor hood, substructure refrigerator, wine cooler, refrigerator, kettle, toaster, Italian espresso machine, full range of stainless steel pots and pans and all necessary utensils including chef's knives and cutlery for 16 people.
- Further amenities: washer/dryer, large HDTV with Surround Sound, and Apple TV and projector (for movie nights together)
Le Jardin Suite:
- This suite is located on the ground floor of the main house but has a separate entrance.
- Kitchen/dining area with a dining table for 4 people. The kitchen is equipped with an oven, induction hob, extractor hood, refrigerator, kettle, toaster, and all utensils and crockery for 6 people
- Separate bedroom with a double bed (160x200cm) and ensuite bathroom. The bedroom opens onto a private terrace with outdoor furniture leading to the garden and pool.
- Washing machine
Outdoors:
- Enclosed garden with outdoor tables, picnic table, and well-maintained lawn
- Heated saltwater pool (14x3m / 1.7m deep) with innovative solar panel shade structure. Around the pool, you will find a sun terrace with loungers and there is a pool house with a bathroom.
- The garden & pool area is equipped with outdoor lighting making it perfect for a nighttime swim.
- Parking for 6 cars and there are two charging points for e-cars (including one specifically for a Tesla)
Stunning sustainable design villa for 10p in in the Quercy region in France
Vitarel consists of four independent houses, each with its own kitchen, bedroom(s), and bathroom, which together can accommodate 10 people, making it a perfect location for a holiday with various families or groups of friends.
Vitarel is built in an environmentally sustainable way, the solar panels of the swimming pool provide all the energy the 'smart home' needs and rainwater fills underground reservoirs for irrigatio...
read more
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Vitarel | Beautifully renovated farmhouse with contemporary design in the French Quercy region
Visited on location by Nice2stayHidden deep in the southwestern French countryside, in the tranquil Quercy region, surrounded by pretty gardens and an olive grove, you will find Vitarel. This old family farm was - under the guidance of American industrial designer Max Burton and architect Quinlin Messenger and together with a team of local craftsmen - modernized with smart, sustainable technologies. LED lighting and appliances turn off when not in use, rainwater fills underground reservoirs for irrigation and the hi-tech pool is covered with an innovative shade structure with solar panels that supply all the necessary energy to the entire building.
Yet, the sustainable character of the house has not detracted from its beauty! Behind the classic country facade with blue shutters, you will be surprised by a contemporary design with modern vintage mid-century furniture and eye-catching 20th-century works of art, which complement the original furniture, mostly of own design.
Vitarel consists of four independent houses - La Maison, L'Atelier, Le Cottage, and Le Jardin Suite - each with a complete kitchen, bedroom(s), bathroom, and technological feats. Old French doors have been given a makeover with chic black frames and generous windows flood the rooms with natural light, making them intimate and warm.
Outside you will find several terraces with a gorgeous view of the valley, a manicured green lawn, and a fire pit for cozy evenings together when the garden is beautifully lit. At the heated swimming pool - nestled into a hill - you can relax on the loungers after a day of sightseeing in the region. Quercy is known for its medieval villages, vineyards, and ancient castles, a perfect area to enjoy slow life. But you can also go hiking in the nearby natural parks, kayak on the River Lot and try regional specialties at the local farmers' markets and bistros.
Vitarel | Beautifully renovated farmhouse with contemporary design in the French Quercy region
Visited on location by Nice2stayHidden deep in the southwestern French countryside, in the tranquil Quercy region, surrounded by pretty gardens and an olive grove, you will find Vitarel. This old family farm was - under the guidance of American industrial designer Max Burton and architect Quinlin Messenger and together with a team of local craftsmen - modernized with smart, sustainable technologies
read more
Stunning sustainable design villa for 10p in in the Quercy region in France
Vitarel consists of four independent houses, each with its own kitchen, bedroom(s), and bathroom, which together can accommodate 10 people, making it a perfect location for a holiday with various families or groups of friends.
Vitarel is built in an environmentally sustainable way, the solar panels of the swimming pool provide all the energy the 'smart home' needs and rainwater fills underground reservoirs for irrigation. Lights and appliances turn off when not in use. The air-conditioning, which is available all throughout the property, is also powered by solar energy.
Each house also has a separate WiFi network with a fiber optic connection and an iPad to control music, heating and lighting, and Sonos speakers.
Layout Vitarel | 350m2 | 10 people
La Maison (the main house):
- Open-plan living with a spacious lounge area with sofas, patio doors to the outside, and a staircase to the first floor.
- The lounge leads into the stunning kitchen fitted with a double oven, induction hob, extractor fan, extra large fridge freezer and ice maker, wine cooler, kettle, toaster, full range of stainless steel pots and pans, all necessary kitchen utensils including chef's knives and cutlery for 12 people, plus a dining table for 6-8 people.
- Two bedrooms on the first floor, each with a double bed (160x200cm)
- Bathroom with a shower, sink, WC and a bathtub.
- Three terraces around the house with outdoor furniture and a gas barbecue
- Further amenities: Apple Mac monitor with Apple TV in the living room; the monitor can be used with a laptop for computer use or to watch TV. There is a second television in one of the bedrooms with an Apple TV + DVD player. Washer and dryer.
Le Cottage:
- Kitchen with oven, induction hob, extractor hood, fridge, toaster, kettle, all utensils and crockery for 6 people, plus a dining table for 6 people
- Large bedroom with a double bed (160x200cm), a desk, and a bathroom with a shower, sink, and toilet
- Two private terraces with outdoor furniture
L'Atelier:
- On the ground floor is a bedroom with a double bed (160x200cm) with access to a terrace and an ensuite bathroom with shower, toilet, and sink
- On the first floor, you will find a large open living room with a sitting area, a large dining table for 14 people, and a fully equipped kitchen with a double oven, induction plate, extractor hood, substructure refrigerator, wine cooler, refrigerator, kettle, toaster, Italian espresso machine, full range of stainless steel pots and pans and all necessary utensils including chef's knives and cutlery for 16 people.
- Further amenities: washer/dryer, large HDTV with Surround Sound, and Apple TV and projector (for movie nights together)
Le Jardin Suite:
- This suite is located on the ground floor of the main house but has a separate entrance.
- Kitchen/dining area with a dining table for 4 people. The kitchen is equipped with an oven, induction hob, extractor hood, refrigerator, kettle, toaster, and all utensils and crockery for 6 people
- Separate bedroom with a double bed (160x200cm) and ensuite bathroom. The bedroom opens onto a private terrace with outdoor furniture leading to the garden and pool.
- Washing machine
Outdoors:
- Enclosed garden with outdoor tables, picnic table, and well-maintained lawn
- Heated saltwater pool (14x3m / 1.7m deep) with innovative solar panel shade structure. Around the pool, you will find a sun terrace with loungers and there is a pool house with a bathroom.
- The garden & pool area is equipped with outdoor lighting making it perfect for a nighttime swim.
- Parking for 6 cars and there are two charging points for e-cars (including one specifically for a Tesla)
Stunning sustainable design villa for 10p in in the Quercy region in France
Vitarel consists of four independent houses, each with its own kitchen, bedroom(s), and bathroom, which together can accommodate 10 people, making it a perfect location for a holiday with various families or groups of friends.
Vitarel is built in an environmentally sustainable way, the solar panels of the swimming pool provide all the energy the 'smart home' needs and rainwater fills underground reservoirs for irrigatio...