manors with pool for sale Poitou Charentes, France

Ideally located near a charming town in the southern Charente region, this splendid 16th-century manor has been meticulously renovated to preserve its authenticity and enchanting charm. Today, this magnificent residence offers approximately 350 square meters of living space and comprises an inviting entrance, two elegant lounges, a spacious dining kitchen, four bedrooms (including a suite with a dressing room and en-suite bathroom), another bathroom, a practical laundry room, and a wine cellar. High-quality authentic elements, such as monumental fireplaces, exposed beams, and terracotta tile floors, bestow a unique character upon this splendid manor. The property also includes 400 square meters of outbuildings and a splendid dovecote, offering numerous possibilities for further development. Everything is arranged around a picturesque inner courtyard adorned with a terrace and a heated swimming pool. The summer kitchen, complete with its bread oven and covered terrace, is the perfect place to entertain friends and family. The manor is ideally nestled in the heart of its extensive 5.45-hectare grounds, ensuring complete privacy without direct neighbors. Breathtaking views of the hilly landscape and the dominating castle just one kilometer away add to the captivating atmosphere. This exceptional property offers a truly ideal location. The town of Chalais, only one minute from the property, boasts numerous advantages. Its railway station with connections to Bordeaux and Angoulême, its shops and restaurants, its castle, and its weekly market are all within walking distance from the property. Conveniently located 45 minutes from Angoulême's TGV station and one hour from the airports of Bordeaux and Bergerac, this property offers both accessibility and tranquility in balanced proportions. A must-see!

Discover this magnificent property with its majestic entrance gate that opens onto a beautiful courtyard adorned with an authentic dovecote and 400m² of outbuildings. The main house, dating back to 1764, exudes both majesty and undeniable charm. Inside, numerous authentic elements have been carefully preserved, such as oak parquet floors and wooden beams, stunning stone fireplaces, well-preserved antique tiles, and the unique cœur de demoiselles floor in the kitchen. The dovecote, which adjoins this beautiful residence, along with the L-shaped outbuildings where cognac was once produced (the press and barrel for aging eau-de-vie are still silent witnesses), bestow character and prestige upon this property. The house offers a feeling of exceptional space and comfort. It boasts 7 bedrooms, including an impressive master suite of 40m², and 4 bathrooms. The original kitchen, spacious dining room, and light-filled living room, which also provides direct access to the expansive garden with a pool, add to its unique charm. The property spans 5800m², fully fenced, ensuring total privacy despite its proximity to the village center. The village offers all the necessary amenities, and just 15 minutes away, you will find Angoulême with its TGV station offering rapid connections to Paris and Bordeaux. Easy access to the N10 allows you to reach Bordeaux Airport in 1 hour and 15 minutes and provides a wide range of nearby shopping centers. Angoulême is a lively city, perfect for enjoyable stays and offering activities all year round. You will appreciate the charming streets lined with numerous restaurants and bars, the lively covered market where you can taste local specialties, as well as the authentic old town dotted with historical gems. In terms of cultural events, Angoulême is a must-visit location with its famous festivals such as the circuit des remparts, the comic book festival, the Francophone film festival, and Les Gastronomades. The proximity of such an enchanting city makes life in South-Charente even more attractive!

A meticulously-restored 13th-century priory in the heart of an enchanting village in the serence countryside of the Deux Sevres. Ideally positioned within the triangle formed by Saumur in the Loire valley, Poitiers, and the coastal splendors of La Rochelle, it offers a perfect blend of tranquility and accessibility. Boasting ten bedrooms spread across three distinct buildings, including the Priory itself with its six bedrooms and gracious reception spaces, a tower with two bedrooms and a charming drawing room, and a poolhouse featuring two bedrooms alongside a cozy kitchen and sitting area, this property is equally suited as a spacious family home or a lucrative rental investment. Surrounded by lush half-acre gardens adorned with hedgerows, fruit trees, aromatic lavender, and a refreshing swimming pool, each dwelling enjoys its own private garden and inviting outdoor dining space. Located in a picturesque village of 200 residents, cradled by verdant valleys, meandering streams, and bordering forests, the property offers a peaceful retreat within easy reach of essential amenities, with a nearby town providing convenient access to shops and services. For travelers, the city of Poitiers, just a 50-minute drive away, offers international flights to London, Edinburgh, and Barcelona from its airport, while its TGV station connects to central Paris and Bordeaux in under 1.5 hours. A mere five-minute drive leads to a charming town, complete with a well-appointed supermarket, pharmacy, bakery, and a delightful weekly farmer's market featuring local delicacies, including fresh oysters. Encircled by sturdy stone walls and verdant hedges, the property exudes a sense of security and seclusion, offering a sanctuary at the threshold of the lush countryside of Gatine, where meandering lanes, pastoral landscapes, and abundant wildlife create a tapestry of natural beauty. A spacious wine cellar tucked beneath the house completes this idyllic haven, promising a life of comfort, convenience, and timeless charm.

A 14th century noble residence, its gîtes, outbuildings, swimming pool and solar power facility, set in almost 4 hectares, between Bordeaux and La Rochelle, 15 minutes from the sea. The entrance is from the south via a driveway lined with cypress trees and lavender. A carport and a parking area between the trees provide space for vehicles. The complex is arranged in a U-shape and opens to the south-west, with the outbuildings facing each other. The noble dwelling, situated at the end of the main courtyard, is flanked by a square tower in the north-east corner, covered in greenery. Next to it, leaving a small passageway to the gardens to the north, stands a longère (farmhouse) stretching out to the south, bordered by a large conifer tree on the courtyard side. There is a small pond surrounded by a low wall to the south-east of the main courtyard. This is enhanced by a rectangular lawn punctuated by two trees. Attached outbuildings on the west side, set at right-angles to the main residence and covered with star jasmine, include a vehicle shelter under a single-pitched roof. They form a counterpart to the farmhouse on the opposite side. The outbuilding to the east has a roof pitch facing outwards from the courtyard, so that it is invisible from the residence or the main courtyard. It is covered with photovoltaic panels and surrounds the swimming pool on three sides. The garden planted with tall conifers extends north of the main building; a small octagonal wooden shed and a vegetable patch behind a eucalyptus tree precede a helipad in the meadow.

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Magnificent 16th century castle in the heart of the Charente Limousin countryside. This pretty property which extends over more than 4 hectares is made up of a 370m² castle, a 160m² cottage, a pond of more than 2000m² as well as several annex buildings including a 200m² barn, garages as well as authentic stables in excellent condition. The castle, with its very harmonious shapes and dominating the surrounding valley, is full of history. Its construction dates back to the 16th century and many lords of the local nobility were born and lived here, in the heart of the lush nature of Charente Limousine. Transformed and improved over time, its facade was notably redone in the 18th century with the appearance of the magnificent tower. Despite this significant transformation, the castle has retained the charm and character of its original stones joined with a beautiful white coating patinated by the centuries. Here and throughout the property, you will have absolutely no costs to incur since all the buildings have been carefully restored and are all in perfect condition. And since the property is sold furnished, all you have to do is arrive with your suitcases. The castle has a large reception room, a large living room, a fitted and equipped kitchen, four bedrooms with private bathroom offering an incredible view of nature, a bright and very pleasant veranda, a very pretty vaulted cellar ideal for conservation of your best wines as well as an office at the top of the tower allowing you to admire the woodwork of the master frame of this work. As for the orangery, it consists of a large living-dining room, a large kitchen, a laundry as well as three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Restored and tastefully furnished, you will appreciate the comfort of this building. Finally, the numerous outbuildings and the 4.3 hectares of the property will allow you to possibly accommodate animals who will undoubtedly enjoy the stables or other stables present. So if you are looking for a luxurious property, without work and benefiting from the calm of the countryside to make it your main residence, your holiday residence or to launch a hotel or gite business, then this property is for you !