luxury real estate for sale Rétaud, France

Welcome to the Maison de Meursac, a charming property of almost 200 sqm which embodies the authentic charm of local heritage. This exceptional residence from 1800 is currently for sale, offering a unique opportunity to acquire a residence steeped in history in the heart of Charente maritime. The facade, rich in character, testifies to the artisanal know-how that has shaped this house over the decades. Architectural details such as traditional wooden shutters and small-paned windows add a touch of elegance to the exterior, creating a warm and welcoming first impression. Inside, the spacious rooms reveal the timeless character of this residence. Thick walls provide natural insulation, while exposed beams lend a rustic, authentic feel to each space. The rooms, imbued with a peaceful atmosphere, are havens of tranquility. Windows frame picturesque views of the garden or village lanes, creating a harmonious connection between indoors and outdoors. The garden, of more than 3000 m² surrounding the property, is a real outdoor treasure. Colorful flower beds add a touch of charm to the outdoor environment. An ideal place for sunny afternoons or quiet evenings with friends. La Maison de Meursac represents much more than a property for sale; it is an invitation to live in history, to merge the charm of the past with modern comfort. A rare opportunity to acquire a unique residence, imbued with the spirit of Meursac, where every stone tells a story and every corner offers a glimpse of authentic Provençal life. Risk information available on the georisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

Life is like a fairytale in this 17th century manor house surrounded by vineyards, prairies and woods. Live a life that travels time. Main building rich in authenticity. Two lateral wings frame the set to form the courtyard. On the one side, an opérational gîte and on the other, a flat the can be a keeper's house or reception area. The property covers approximately 600 sqm of habitable space and about 900 sqm of outbuildings. This extraordinary wall enclosed Logis implanted on over 2,5h. Located in a quiet area with vast volumes, you are the privileged one in an exceptional setting. The bourgeois style lodging has conserved its authentic elements and original distribution. What a charm! Indeed, the entry hall give the tone with ciment tiles, lovely ceiling heights, plaster ornaments, woodworks, and superb staircase. Large livng room and dining room, kitchen ornated with magnificent kitchen and two offices. On the first floor, the 4 bedrooms and shower room offer space and privacy for each and everyone. On the second floor, a workshop with cathedral style ceilings to create an artitic workshop. Great place for you to let your imagination flow. The gîte and the flat offer a rich activity so popular to today in the tourism indutry. The pool area in a bucolic setting is a true plus! Numerous outbuildings (old chai, garage, stables, well, bread oven) form the property and enable numerous possibilities. Dare a life out of time and full of charm! Risk information available on the Géorisques website : www.georisques.gouv.fr

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In a lush private garden, come and discover this authentic town house located in the centre of Saintes. 260 sqm of authentic living space with contemporary touches. Everyday life is made easier by the outside light coming from the large bay windows overlooking the garden. On the groud floor, beyond the entrance, you will find the charm of yesteryear in a spacious living room with its fireplace. A living room where you will enjoy relaxing evenings with family and friends. The kitchen is bright thanks to the glass roof. Lovely music room that can be transformed into a bedroom. On the 1st floor, a landing with storage space leads you to 4 spacious bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. On the 2nd floor, a stone staircase leads you to the master suite with an office overlooking the garden. Parking available on the plot. Automatic gate. All anemities on foot are a great advantage. The possibility of taking beautiful walks along the Charente and enjoying the charms of Saintes is fantastic. Risk information available on the Géorisques website : www.georisques.gouv.fr

IN THE HEART OF SAINTES Set on the shores of the river Charente, this splendid house of about 470m² is complemented by an inner courtyard and a garden opening on the docks. The main rooms have dominating views, the ensemble bathed by a one-on-a-kind luminosity to live in a pleasant atmosphere throughout the seasons. On ground floor, the reception rooms of about 60m² all in a row with parquet floor, wooden panels, libraries, mouldings and high ceilings communicate directly with the garden and are distributed all along a majestic entrance. On courtyard side, you will find a professional space, consisting of three rooms and benefiting from a separate entrance. On first floor with incredible views over the river Charente, over 80m² of bright and sophisticated living rooms with painted panels, mouldings, fireplaces make of it a beautiful family house. A study, a kitchen and a back kitchen also on this level. On second floor, the night spaces are set around a large landing in a star-shape. A parents bedroom ensuite of nearly 50 m² with dressing and bathroom. 4 other bedrooms on this level of the house with two bathrooms and a laundry. Attic, cellar with many dedicated spaces and a 50 m² garage with automatic door complete this ensemble and make of it a rare product on the market. Gas-fired central heating and recent mains drains are good assets to live confortably in this house very well maintained. Sale price including fees : 698,250 euros. Buyer's fees. Fee : 5 % VAT of the price excluding fees. Sale price excluding fees : 665,000 euros. Energy class : E. Climate class : D. Estimated annual energy costs for standard use : between 6,890 and 9,370 euros per annum. Prices indexed to 1st of January 2021. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Georisques website : www.georisques.gouv.fr

Welcome to your oasis of calm, nestled in the heart of Saintes, where history harmoniously blends with modern everyday life. This exceptional house, with its contemporary allure, invites you to write the next chapters of your life in a setting filled with charm and conviviality. This residence embodies the very essence of urban well-being, offering privileged access to the architectural and cultural treasures that make the city famous. As soon as you step through the threshold of this house, you will be enveloped in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The spacious living room bathed in natural light will quickly become the stage for your moments of sharing with family or friends. The exchanged smiles, bursts of laughter, and moments of complicity will find their perfect setting here. The 100m² terrace, which extends the living space, creates a magnificent sun-drenched area where you can recharge while enjoying your morning coffee. These outdoor spaces will become a natural extension of your interior, allowing you to fully enjoy the gentle summer evenings or the comforting rays of the sun. With itsmaster suite, 2 extra spacious bedrooms, and two easily convertible offices into guest rooms, this house offers an intimate space for each of its occupants. Whether it's to welcome your loved ones for a convivial evening or to retreat into your personal cocoon after a busy day, every corner of this house is designed to meet your needs and aspirations. This house is not just a piece of real estate, it's a home where life's most precious bonds are woven. Don't miss the opportunity to make this magical place your own. Contact us today to arrange a visit and let yourself be enchanted by its irresistible charm Risk information available on the Géorisques website : www.georisques.gouv.fr

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Located 30 km from Royan, this magnificent 17th century castle, listed as an historic monument, is of a rare elegance. Offering approximately 600 m² of living space, it consists of a spectacular vaulted entrance, large living room, small lounge/study, dining room, kitchen, 11 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms. All roofs are in perfect condition. The chateau offers many possibilities for expansion (up to 950 m² of living space). The property also includes a house of 140 m² and vast outbuildings (540 m²). The estate covers 6,56 ha (16 acres), consisting of gardens, meadows and woodland. Rare opportunity in this area.

In the early 1990s, a beautiful bond of affection was formed between this divine 15th-century château and its new owners, true guardians of history. After being neglected for many years, this stunning gem, yearning to reclaim its former brilliance, has been simply cherished and brought back to life. From the façades to the roofs, from the exterior gardens to the interior walls, this noble residence has been gradually redesigned and restored over the years, meticulously preserving its authenticity and ensuring the utmost comfort for its guests. The restoration work is truly exceptional. Nestled discreetly at the heart of its contiguous 93-hectare estate, the Château has been awarded a 5-star luxury furnished accommodation status by Charente-Maritime Tourisme, making it a true haven of peace. Set in a protected and serene environment, this unique and enchanting property exudes an undeniable tranquility amidst nature's embrace. The property encompasses nearly 1,500 m² of living space and just over 2,500 m² of usable area, spread across the ISMH-listed château, the ISMH-listed building with its watchtowers, the splendid Orangery, as well as numerous dependencies and annexes. One easily succumbs to the charm of the luminous reception rooms, spacious suites, and the wellness area, featuring a gym, hammam, swimming pool with a vast terrace, and a delightful pool house. The magic of this timeless place extends far beyond its walls. The estate boasts gardens with ponds, meadows, orchards with over 1,000 fruit trees, 23 hectares of woodland, 4,000 m² of ponds with a water source adjacent to a river, a fountain, a well, private hunting grounds, remarkable plantations of Napoleonic pines, rare maples, and various varieties of lime, elder, and hornbeam trees. Projection plans, including a rose garden, labyrinth, vegetable gardens, and a pond with a bridge, have been meticulously crafted by a renowned landscape architect and are available. Ideally situated just 30 minutes away from the Atlantic coast beaches of Charente-Maritime, in a peaceful commune, this extraordinary estate offers endless possibilities for both family and commercial use, including hosting receptions, events, operating gîtes and bed and breakfast establishments, pursuing equestrian projects, or catering to car collectors, and more. Bordeaux international airport can be reached within 1? hours, while La Rochelle TGV station is just an hour away. This château, with its meticulously restored period features, is sold fully furnished (with only a few furniture pieces excluded). To be enchanted by the allure of this noble property is an unforgettable experience. To be chosen as the future owner(s) by the château itself is an esteemed privilege. Complete file on request. Maxwell-Baynes Christie's International Real Estate 27 Quai Valin 17000 La Rochelle France International Real Estate - Immobilier International La Rochelle - Ile de Ré - Royan - Ile d'Oléron CONTACT ‭+33 (0)6 62 49 61 23‬

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Enjoy the view of the countryside from the terrace and the swimming pool, relaxation guarantee. Fall under the spell of this charming stone property located between Saintes and Pons. Family and friendly meetings . There are large living spaces! A beautiful dine-in kitchen which has kept all its authentic character, a living room of more than 60 sqm with cathedral ceiling and a view over the entire park and pool, and a real separate entrance. Still on the ground floor, a suite (bedroom and bathroom) for friends and another potential bedroom of 28 sqm (currently second living room) which could easily accommodate a bathroom. Stone, beams, terracotta... it's real local architecture and very pleasant. Upstairs is also easy with three bedrooms and a complete bathroom. The park is decorated with old trees overlooking the countryside. Large garage or utility room of 24 sqm. Risk information available on the Géorisques website : www.georisques.gouv.fr

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GREAT HISTORY OF HUMANITY - WONDERFUL ROMAN ABBEY AND ITS NEOCLASSIC CASTLE - ON ONE OF THE PILGRIMAGE ROUTES TO SAINT JACQUES DE COMPOSTELA - ANCIENT PLACES OF CONSERVATION OF HOLY RELICS - HERITAGE IN RISK - 12TH CENTURY ROMAN ABBEY - ELEGANT NEOCLASSIC CASTLE EARLY 19TH CENTURY - SUPERB PARK OF 50 HECTARES IN ONE BLOCK AND FREE - RIVER - MIRACULOUS FOUNTAIN. REGISTERED AND CLASSIFIED MH. SAINTES, NEW AQUITAINE. Founded in 1137, this Cistercian abbey on the road to Santiago de Compostela, preserves a rare abbey chapel from the 12th century with a very beautiful Roman-Byzantine facade. In a rare environmental haven of 50 hectares in a single block and free crossed by a river and a Cistercian vestige of hydraulic system, this property also consists of a very elegant neoclassical castle at the beginning of the 19th century, very large and tall 19th century agricultural buildings with exceptional architecture, remains of a medieval mill. The whole thing needs to be restored urgently. Facing the sober semi-circular entrance gate, at the end of an avenue of majestic secular plane trees, stands the very elegant neoclassical castle built around 1840, dominating the U-shaped courtyard closed with stone balustrades, marking on one side a sumptuous 19th century agricultural sheds with monumental architecture, on the other the 12th century Romanesque abbey chapel with a sumptuous facade. The 12th century abbey chapel has a simple basilica plan, which has been shortened in depth as evidenced by the truncated dome of the choir. The particularly beautiful and harmonious facade has three rows of arcades decorated with wolf teeth above a large IHS-engraved pediment installed by the Jesuits managing the abbey estate in the 17th and 18th centuries. Inside, the volume is impressive, we descend into the stone-paved chapel by a large staircase, the vaulted ceiling was decorated with missing domes, one of which was replaced by a pyramid, placed on the outside of the pincer holding a nail from the Cross of Christ. The bays are small, semi-circular vaulted, with beautiful monochrome stained glass windows with typically Cistercian geometric figures. The right side of the chapel bears traces of the covered gallery of the cloister. This church is classified as a Historic Monument and was the subject of official work in 2022 by the Ministry of Culture. The castle was built after 1832, probably around 1840, on the foundations of an 18th century building, in a neoclassical spirit typical of the Restoration, partly in large stone apparatus, with particularly careful architecture taken up at the beginning of the 20th century in a most elegant Louis XVI style. On the park side it has a very beautiful symmetrical facade with 11 bays around a central front body topped with a pediment and decorated with a portico with Doric columns giving access to the entrance hall, all under an attic floor and a balustrade camouflaging the roof. On the courtyard side, the building is L-shaped; The particularly careful architecture presents a very rich Louis XVI ornamentation of garlands, consoles, slits, moldings, pilasters and consoles supporting armorial pediments on each wing. Inside, the crossing hall decorated with antique niches, pilasters and columns in faux marble houses a very elegant and airy staircase in a helical ellipse on a superbly curved stringer, painted with wisteria. On the ground floor, large kitchen, three utility rooms, boiler room. Living room decorated with low wood paneling, a Neo-Renaissance fireplace, access on one level onto the park via a French window. A small living room with window on one level opening onto the garden. A living room decorated with low paneling, large double doors, a trumeau. A living room with herringbone floor. A large double adjoining library lounge decorated with low paneling, overmantel, large library with furniture forming a double door, wc. On the first floor, seven bedrooms, four bathrooms, toilet. On the second floor, nine bedrooms, three bathrooms, toilet. An immense and splendid hangar of more than 500m2 on the ground dominates the courtyard, most probably used as a winery or agricultural barn, built in the 19th century, the very luxurious facade in large stone apparatus features a large monumental arch under a large pediment decorated with agricultural instruments in reference to the harvest (scythe, fork, rake, sheaf of wheat, flail, sieve, shovel, broom, and a bombard), all encompassed in a larger pediment covering the building. Inside, the splendid volume is structured with monumental columns, leaving the volume very airy and easy to use. In the 20th century this place was used as a winery, in a corner a distillery was built. Another large shed used as a cellar is located next to the castle, on its facade we can see niches. All the buildings are in very poor condition and need to be completely restored. Sumptuous 50 hectare park in one block and free. Rare almost perfect land base, rectangular, free of any occupation, with a river crossing it. Superb century-old trees, plane trees, redwoods, numerous trees in the park. Living water, hydraulic system undoubtedly inherited from the Cistercians. A miraculous fountain in the park (to be verified, inaccessible). Ruin of mill (to be verified, inaccessible). Historic monument protection: - Remains of the Romanesque chapel: classification - Facades and roofs of the 18th century castle and stables: inscription - In its entirety, the abbey, as well as the ground and the basement: inscription Situation : - 5km to first shops and services. - 11km all shops and services. Paris at 3:45 am by train. - 20km from the Gironde estuary. - 38km from Saintes. Paris at 3:00 by train. - 53km from Royan, beaches, sea. - 70km from Angouleme. Paris at 1h51 by train. - 80km from Bordeaux, Paris at 2h08 by train. Price: 1,072,000 Euros fees included (including 6.72% fees payable by the buyer). Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

In the heart of Saintes, quiet and out of sight, this vast house of approximately 270 m2, dating from the 16th century, offers careful decoration overlooking open spaces on two levels. Completely redesigned and modernized for family life, the residence benefits from a charming patio. Behind a large gate, this building is hidden, greeted by a green stone courtyard. Once through the door, the entrance punctuated by a stone staircase, steeped in history, sets the tone of the house. The 60 m2 living room, with through light, warmed by an open fireplace, is enhanced by a workshop bay which opens directly onto the patio. A warm and friendly atmosphere emanates from this living space. As an extension, a rustic kitchen blends into the decor with its tiled floors. The dining area reveals a real fireplace, suitable for cooking over a wood fire. Located around the living room and the kitchen, the 20 m2 patio provides a pleasant living space to enjoy moments with family and friends in the first rays of sunshine. On the first floor, the sleeping area is distinguished by a bedroom with its dressing room and bathroom. In the center, a room, made of cut stone, allows you to imagine a leisure room according to your wishes. Continuing on, a pleasant office with a rounded design with an exceptional view of Saint-Pierre Cathedral. An additional guest bedroom overlooks the patio with its bathroom. The last level offers three bedrooms, a bathroom and a separate toilet. One of the bedrooms reveals a beautiful view of the Echevinage museum. The vaulted cellar houses the technical room with a city gas boiler and a separate toilet. A bicycle storage room completes the package. This astonishing house offers the comfort of everyday life close to shops and services. ENERGY CLASS: D / CLIMATE CLASS: D. Estimated average amount of annual energy expenditure for standard use, established based on energy prices for the year 2021: between euros3,040 and euros4,150. Complete photo report on our Atypical Spaces Charente-Maritime website. Contact: SONIA LEROUX 06 49 13 81 10

EXCLUSIVE - ATYPICAL SPACES Located in the heart of a village in the Saintes, Pons and Cognac triangle, this authentic Charentaise house will appeal to lovers of the old. The renovation and decoration are contemporary while enhancing the original architecture. With a surface area of approximately 240 m2, this house with generous volumes is structured like a loft style. Behind its large gate and its courtyard, this building, standing proudly, welcomes you with a terrace facing south. The entrance leads directly to a large living room of 90 m2 giving rise to a modern living space with exceptional ceiling height thanks to the mezzanine. The industrial chic kitchen and living room set is enhanced by the revisited period staircase. A pellet insert adds a touch of charm and warmth to the place. Upstairs, the mezzanine serves the sleeping area with three bedrooms, a bathroom and a separate toilet. The spacious mezzanine can accommodate a library, an office or a games room. On the rear part of the house, the cellar is converted into a laundry room and a cellar. Continuing, an old 85 m2 stable is transformed into a large living room intended for leisure, cinema, festive meals or dance floor, for pleasant moments with family and friends in perspective. In the extension, a rubble barn, opening onto the rear garden, also offers beautiful moments hidden from view. The house offers possibilities for development on the floor above the stable in order to integrate a possible parental suite or an office. Outbuildings offering confortable surface areas between 30 and 52 m2 complete and allow you to give free rein to your passions and projects, either in a garage for parking cars, in storage or in the creation of gîtes or workshops. The family atmosphere, the extraordinary volumes, the high ceilings, the additional development possibilities, the successful marriage of the old and the contemporary constitute the major assets of this property in the heart of the village. Practical information: The first station and the motorway are 12 km away, Royan is 54 minutes away and Saintes is 22 minutes away. Complete photo report on our Espaces Atypicals Charente-Maritime website. ENERGY CLASS: C / CLIMATE CLASS: A. Estimated average amount of annual energy expenditure for standard use, established based on energy prices for the year 2021: between EUR2,422 and EUR3,278. Contact: SONIA LEROUX 06 49 13 81 10