Hungarian House - Villa Available To Buy

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House/Villa Description

Gated Country Estate with 2 recently modernised properties and outbuilding set in grounds of historic Castle which has a private fishing lake and forest area

Area DescriptinSmall town Deg with approx 2500 inhabitants, 3 supermarkets, library with Internet café,

Bank, Doctors, Dentist, Pub, general hardware shops, builders merchant, Café and butchers. Several other restaurants within a 10 – 15 minute drive away

Only 20 mins drive from Lake Balaton ( Balatonvilagos ) and approx 35 mins drive from summer resort of Siofok on southern shore of Lake Balaton. 9 miles from Enying & the M7 motorway linking the Adriatic coast and Budapest

Property Description

Land Area: approx.0.5 acres of landscaped gardens at end of 700m private driveway on periphery of

protected Festetics Castle and gardens.

Landscaped garden area which is interspersed with over fifteen mixed fruit trees bordering 62 acre game keeper controlled forest area which is rich in wildlife but accessible by a network of pathways. Very private setting with excellent views over open land, forest, castle and the 11 acre private fishing lake, which as a resident, can be fished with permits issued by the village fishing association

Property:Recently modernised 2 detached properties comprising:-

(i) 80 sq m 2 Bed cottage both large bedrooms ( > 16sqm ) both with ensuite bathrooms, open plan lounge and fitted kitchen and terracotta tiles throughout and new tiled roof.

(ii) 80 sq m 3 Bed summer house – all with ensuite bathrooms with open plan lounge and fitted kitchen and terracotta tiles throughout downstairs area. Velux windows upstairs. Sleeps 7 people ( 9 with lounge settee )

(iii) 63 sq m Pig Sty conversion comprising bathroom, tool room and storage area

Services: New Electricity supply and both properties rewired, Well Water with pump and new Septic tank. Satellite dish with Sky Television service and UK channels

Parking place: Yes - several

Heating: Wood burner in the cottage, electric heating elsewhere

Condition: Excellent

Fishing: Only 150 meters from private 11 acre lake www.deg-parkto.hu

Regularly restocked and managed the lake contains large Carp, Cat fish and Zander ( Pike – Perch). A further 8 excellent fishing lakes within a 8 mile radius of the property

HuntingThe 62 acre forest immediately next to the property is managed by Papai Istvan an English speaking gamekeeper who also is the gardener for the estate. Hunting in the forest is managed by the Village Hunting Association which has 15 members. There is the opportunity to be added to the waiting list to join the Association. The forest has an abundance of wild animals – deer, wild boar and pheasant. Arrangements can be made with the gamekeeper to shoot in this particular forest on an ad hoc basis and other hunting fields close by. For larger groups of hunters facilities exist at the nearby Vadex estate in Soponya

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Horse Riding:A small riding school is within walking distance of the village and the property. One of Hungary’s most renown and best equestrian centres ( Kaboka ) can be found only 8 miles away at Kabokapuszta. Both riding schools operate on a pay as you go basis ( approx £8 per hour ). The Kaboka centre offers riding camp holidays for overseas visitors and the instructors are fluent in English.

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Lake Balaton:Central Europe’s largest lake is less than 20 miles away with a wide selection of activities

on offer including bike riding, sailing, golf, walking, Spa centres, tennis & bird watching

Rental income:The present owners have achieved rental income of £200 per week for the summer house from UK visitors keen on hunting, horse riding, fishing, bird watching and other outdoor pursuits. The two properties could provide the new owners with a new business opportunity catering for overseas visitors keen on enjoying outdoor sporting activities eg. Hunting trips and holidays in a truly remarkable setting. English speaking residents living in the village are on hand to manage the arrival / departure of visitors and the servicing of the accommodation should the new owners wish to manage the enterprise from the UK. The sales price includes a web site which can be used to generate bookings.

Summary: An opportunity to purchase a once in a lifetime and very unique development set in peaceful surroundings rich in wildlife. Perfect for anyone keen to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy nature at its best - the only you hear from sunrise to sunset is the sound of birds !

Recently modernised to a very high standard and close to excellent but inexpensive fishing, hunting and horse riding facilities the two property estate is ideal for someone prepared to operate a small business or use for extended family.