The property is a range of buildings on a plot of approx 4,055 m2 or 1 acre. The main
house is deceptively large and is thought to take its present form from around 1900
but might well incorporate much older structures. There is a partial cellar and part of
the building is configured as a barn/stables. The current living area is approx 151m2
or 1,625sqft, but this is just a small part of the building. There are wonderful carved
Sandstone door frames on the front and rear entrances and many windows and doors
on the ground floor also have Sandstone surrounds. The rear door surround is
protected under monument listing status. The first floor appears to be constructed of
timber frame and there is a vast 2 storey loft space. We are informed that there is an
electrical connection and water supply to the property. The building requires
comprehensive modernisation measures, and a renovation since these photos were taken.
Location
Wittgendorf is a small beautiful rural hamlet near the Zittauer mountains in south east Saxony
that was first mentioned in the 13th Century. The surrounding countryside is idyllic
with pristine rolling meadows and forests. The Zittauer mountains are a holiday area
with a range of Ski and winter sport facilities as well as wonderful nature parks.
Wittgendorf is approximately 2 miles from the Polish border and 6 miles from the
Czech border. It is just 4 miles to the town centre of Zittau which has a population of
25,000 and modern conveniences. The medieval towns of Gorlitz and Bautzen are 16
and 24 miles respectively. The baroque cities of Dresden and Prague are 45 and 63
miles respectively.
Development potential subject to planning permission
The property has a number of possible uses. It could make a grand house with stables
and paddock. It could make a number of houses, cottages, flats or gites. It could be a
small hotel or B&B. It could also be an equestrian centre.
Transport links
The B99 and B178 offer good access to the surrounding towns. The nearest airport is
Dresden at approx 48 miles. As of March, British airways are opening a new route
from Gatwick to Dresden. Prague airport is approx 63 miles, with a wide range of
budget airlines. The Berlin airports are approx 120 miles to the north. To drive from
Dunkerque is approx 9hrs 33 mins via Michelin route planner and there are no road
tolls. (Dover to Dunkerque via Norfolkline.)