luxury house for sale Nieul-lès-Saintes, France

This beautiful 19th C. character house is located in the heart of a charming active village bordered by the river Charente and benefiting from first amenities and a primary school. Just 15 minutes from Saintes and 40 minutes from the coast, the location is ideal for a primary residence but also for a family house where to meet for holidays. Its architectural delight and its quality materials describe this character house with parquet floors, mouldings, visible beams, marble fireplaces and slate roof. Outside, the simplicity of the facades contrasts with a stunning and remarkable horse-shoe shaped staircase. The house is raised on four levels for a total surface of nearly 380 sq.mt. Set in the middle of a wooded and flowery park, it offers an annex garden with a direct access to the river Charente. The ensemble, enclosed and not overlooked, offers a total of 3675 sq.mt. with dominating and breathtaking views over the Charente valley. Besides, several outbuildings complete the property : a nearly 100 sq.mt. building ensemble consisting of a garage, a former wine storehouse and a workshop ; in front of it, a gardenshed for tools storage. The house is equipped with an oil-fired central heating and mains drains. Each side from a pleasant entrance hall, you will find a study and a dining room with marble fireplace. On south side, the bright double living room, friendly living room with ancient stone fireplace. Also on this level, a kitchen and a shower room could be converted into a bedroom on ground floor. Downstairs, on the outdoor staircase level, a summer kitchen, a dining room, a shower room, a large workshop and a wine cellar consitute as well many possibilities of further developments. On first floor, the whole level with parquet floor, four large and comfortable bedrooms, two on each facade which a parents bedroom with powder room. A family bathroom with WC and bath. An iron cast balcony embellishes the West facade, with the same architectural style as the outdoor staircase. On second floor, around a large landing, two large bedrooms and a bathroom, and two attics ready for conversion. Sale price including fees : 682,500 euros. Buyer's fees. Fee : 5 % VAT of the price excluding fees. Sale price excluding fees : 650,000 euros. Energy class : F. Climate class : F. Estimated annual energy costs for standard use : between 12,154 and 16,444 euros per annum. Prices indexed to 1st of January 2021. Housing with excessive energy consumption : class F. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Georisques website : www.georisques.gouv.fr

An Exclusive Listing by Stéphane Marco Transactions Propriétés & Domaines Just 40 minutes from the Atlantic Ocean and close to Saintes, this elegant property invites you to experience a unique lifestyle combining tranquility and refinement. This manor house of approximately 335 m², with authentic charm, offers a spacious living area ideal for a family home or a business venture such as a guesthouse, bed & breakfast, or seminar venue. Nestled in a peaceful setting, the property also includes an independent house, a characterful former stable, and a charming covered area that could be converted into a garage. The 8 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms ensure comfort for your family or guests. The landscaped garden features a beautiful 12x5 m swimming pool. The entire estate sits on a 4,379 m² plot, offering a lush and private environment. This residence, with numerous remarkable architectural features, exudes elegance and comfort. A true opportunity for lovers of exquisite properties. Price: €840,000 Agency Fees Included (H.A.I) Agency Fees: 5% VAT included, payable by the buyer. Price excluding agency fees: €800,000 Manor House Area: Approx. 265 m² Annex House Area: Approx. 68 m² Energy Performance of the Manor: Energy Consumption: 201 kWh/m²/year (Letter D) CO₂ Emissions: 40 kg CO₂/m²/year (Letter D) Estimated annual energy costs: Between €4,990 and €6,800/year (based on energy prices for 2021, 2022, and 2023). Energy Performance of the Annex House: Energy Consumption: 455 kWh/m²/year (Letter G, energy-intensive housing) CO₂ Emissions: 14 kg CO₂/m²/year (Letter C) Estimated annual energy costs: Between €2,060 and €2,830/year (based on energy prices for 2021, 2022, and 2023). Additional Information: Details about risks associated with this property are available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr. Surface areas are approximate and non-contractual.

Just splendid between Saintes and Pons. The property consists of a charming main house, where every detail tells a story. On the ground floor, you will find a majestic hall with a beautiful stone staircase, a welcoming living room, a warm dining room with an insert, and a fully equipped kitchen perfect for preparing family meals. A study with a WC, a second living room with a back kitchen, a shower room with a WC, and a boiler room complete this level. Part of the house was renovated in 2020, adding a modern touch to this characterful place. Upstairs, a large landing leads to four spacious bedrooms, each offering a haven of tranquility. Two of these bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms and shower rooms, creating an intimate and refined space. A third shower room with sanitary facilities is also available. The annex, fully renovated, offers an area of approximately 110 m² and can be transformed into a guest house. With its beautiful volumes and unique charm, it promises unforgettable moments. An attached garage of 23 m² is also included. The property is nestled on a plot of approximately 5400 m², which can accommodate a swimming pool and is partially buildable, offering endless possibilities to create a peaceful haven tailored to your desires. This exceptional property stands out for its high-end features and meticulous arrangements. Imagine savoring the calm of the countryside, lulled by the songs of birds, in this idyllic setting. It's more than just a house; it's a true refuge where every moment becomes precious... Risk information available on the Géorisques 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

Elegant country house located between Saintes, Cognac and Pons, in the heart of a typical village of the Saintonge Romane, benefitting from shops and a kinderkarten and a primary school. Fully and carefully restored, this strong property, quiet and comfortable, offers luminous living conditions, in harmony with nature. Dominating views over the countryside provide a feeling of wellness and serenity. Thanks to a wise layout of the rooms, the main house of 315 sq. mt. can be used in totality or just a part of it. On both sides of a beautiful entrance in which you will find an elegant stone staircase, there are a bright living room opening on the two facades, and a dining room with fireplace insert, leant back on the modern kitchen with dining space, opening on the terrace. After it, a study also offers direct access to the garden. The end of the house consists of a winter garden with large bay windows, a kitchen and a shower room, which is convenient to welcome guests. Upstairs, two bedrooms and a shower room plus two other bedrooms with bathroom ensuites. On the grounds fully open on the landscape, there is a second house of 115 sq. mt. in which all inlets and outlets were created, windows and roof are new, and all is ready for your future projects. The wooded and flowery park of 5441 sq. mt. has many relax spaces and a part of it can be built on. A wooden shed for garden tools, a stone shed, a well are other assets of this property. This comfortable house has mains drains, a new central heating fed by pellets, double glazing, fibre, efective insulation. No works are needed to set in this attractive family house. Sale price including fees : 764,000 euros. Buyer's fees. Fee : 4,66 % VAT of the price excluding fees. Sale price excluding fees : 730,000 euros. Energy class : C. Climate class : A. Estimated annual energy costs for standard use : between 2670 and 3670 euros per year. Prices indexed to January 1st, 2021. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Georisques website : www.georisques.gouv.fr

Located 25 minutes from the Ile d'Oléron and 20 minutes from the nearest beaches, this property is nestled in the heart of a village and benefits from all the amenities: shops, schools, medical services, and the weekly market that will make your daily life easier. From the entrance, the authenticity of the place is striking: cement tiles, woodwork, parquet floors, and high ceilings. The house spans several levels and offers bright and spacious living areas, ideal for entertaining guests and friends. On the upper floor, the sleeping area consists of five bedrooms and two offices, providing privacy for everyone. A key feature of this house is its vast attic, fully convertible, offering you endless possibilities to create new spaces according to your vision: additional bedrooms, an office, a playroom, or even an artist's studio. The bathrooms, although functional, could be modernized to suit your tastes and style, giving you the opportunity to redesign these spaces as you see fit. Outside, the intimate garden is enclosed by walls, and the two garages provide the much sought-after additional storage space. Risk information available on the Géorisques website : www.georisques.gouv.fr

EXCLUSIVITY - In the heart of the Historic Quarter, this BEAUTIFUL TOWNHOUSE offers you more than 220 m² of fully renovated living space with an entrance, office, living room with wood stove, dining room under a glass roof, and open kitchen, toilet. On the first floor: 2 large Bedrooms, shower room, toilet. On the second floor: two bedrooms, dressing room, shower room, laundry room. Large convertible attic. You will be charmed by its priest's garden with, as an outbuilding, a garage with attic.RARE PRODUCTInformation about the risks and pollution to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.frThis description has been automatically translated from French.

EXCLUSIVE ESPACES ATYPIQUES In a village just 10 minutes from Saintes and close to shops and schools, this magnificent family home in the Charente style reveals a living area of approximately 280 m2 in the heart of a wooded park of 8500 m2. The entrance opens onto a large cloakroom and leads to a room fitted with cupboards, toilet, shower and laundry room. The corridor leads to a spacious and bright kitchen, with a dining area facing outwards and heated by an imposing mass stove. Continuing on is a large living room, decorated with an imposing fireplace and a Godin stove, creating a warm and friendly atmosphere. The ground floor also includes two bedrooms with shower rooms, creating an independent and comfortable space for family or friends. Upstairs, the large attic landing, a real additional room, can accommodate a library. Five bedrooms including a master suite with dressing room, office and bathroom offer all the necessary comfort. A sauna, a bathroom and a laundry room complete this set for more practicality and comfort. The exteriors are not lacking in charm: a garden workshop, an orchard, a truffle field and a swimming pool to take full advantage of sunny days. In addition, this property offers many functional assets such as a heat pump, air conditioning for optimal comfort in all seasons, a garage, a wood shed, a 100 m2 shed as well as easy parking. This idyllic setting is ideal for a family looking for space and tranquility, while being close to the amenities of Saintes. ENERGY CLASS: B / CLIMATE CLASS: A. Estimated average amount of annual energy expenditure for standard use, established from 2021 energy prices: between EUR930 and EUR1340. Full photo report on our Espaces Atypiques Charente-Maritime website. Contact: SONIA LEROUX 06 49 13 81 10

Nestled in the heart of a 45,000 m2 green park in Saintes, this exceptional property is a 300 m2 wood-frame and brick house, designed for equestrian enthusiasts. It combines modern comfort and spaces dedicated to horses, offering a unique living environment. On the ground floor, upon entering, a carefully designed cloakroom offers a functional and aesthetic space. Opposite, a solid oak staircase leads to the upper level, while a hallway reveals discreet access to the laundry room and the underground garage, making everyday life easier. In the ground floor wing, an elegant summer lounge opens onto the terrace and the swimming pool, ideal for relaxing in all seasons. Two bedrooms are also nestled on this level, both equipped with their own bathroom, allowing for entertaining in complete privacy. On the upper level, a vast living space of 70m2 invites you to socialize, bathed in natural light enhanced by large openings overlooking the countryside and the paddocks. The living room, warm and spacious, is delimited by an interior glass roof that allows you to enjoy the open kitchen. From the kitchen, the view plunges directly onto the galloping track, which passes just below creating a unique link between the living space and the equestrian activity. The touches of wood and metal create a modern atmosphere. A beautiful fireplace warms up the winter evenings. On this same level, a beautiful master suite with shower room and dressing room, it benefits from direct access to the terrace and a view of the trees. The outdoor terrace gives access to 3 bedrooms which each have their own shower rooms, perfect for receiving guests or doing a bed and breakfast activity. An independent 30 m2 studio and its terrace completes this property, with a view of the paddocks. Ideal for hosting guests or for professional use Outside, the equestrian facilities impress with their quality and practicality: a 650m gallop track, a riding arena, an indoor riding school, a 5-horse walker and a 24-box stable, allow horses to be accommodated in a perfectly adapted environment. Above the stable, an 80 m2 apartment adds an independent living space in the heart of the equestrian facilities, ideal for a rider or people who wish to experience total immersion with horses. This equestrian property embodies a unique art of living. It is aimed at horse enthusiasts and nature lovers looking for an exceptional place; A property sheltered from view and connected to nature. Full photo report on our Espaces Atypiques Charente-Maritime website. ENERGY CLASS: A / CLIMATE CLASS: A. Estimated average amount of annual energy expenditure for standard use, established from energy prices for the years 2021, 2022 and 2023: EUR1,130 between and EUR1,580. Contact: SONIA LEROUX 06 49 13 81 10

Located in Saintes, close to shops on foot, this unique house, built on stilts, seduces with its ideal location. This residence is structured like a loft, equipped on the garden level with a garage for two vehicles with electrical terminal, a workshop, storage space, a cellar, a well and WC. Upstairs, the living space unfolds with access via a staircase or elevator. Bright thanks to large openings, the house reveals modern architecture with an exposed framework and a pleasant ceiling height. On the first level, the spacious entrance with storage serves the two parts of the house on the first level. It is adorned with an imposing 100 m2 covered terrace with its awning, extending the living room in fine weather, a setting conducive to meals with friends and family. The generously sized living room of 60 m2, decorated with large bay windows with direct access to the terrace, is resolutely elaborate. As an extension, the trendy white kitchen moves directly towards the linen room and access to the elevator, cleverly designed to make everyday life easier. This part is completed by a scullery consisting of a large work surface and the boiler room. The other wing of this level has a toilet, a master suite of 32 m2 with bathroom, toilet and dressing room. The second level is reached by a solid wooden staircase, the landing accommodates an office area opening onto a terrace. The mezzanine overlooks the living room and offers a bird's eye view of the beauty of the place. It hides a beautiful library, reading, TV or other leisure area and a terrace, solarium of 26 m2. Two bedrooms, a bathroom and toilet complete this floor. Its high-quality wooden frame construction, its heating system and its insulation refurbished in 2023 give it optimum living comfort while considerably limiting the costs linked to energy expenditure (its energy diagnostics confirm this). The exterior space is landscaped and access is coated. A beautiful covered leisure area and pétanque court complete the ensemble. This unique property adopts a climate conducive to lovers of the great outdoors looking for a place to live in the city ENERGY CLASS: B / CLIMATE CLASS: A. Estimated average amount of annual energy expenditure for standard use, established from energy price for the year 2021: between EUR940 and EUR1350. Complete photo report on our Espaces Atypicals Charente-Maritime website. Contact: SONIA LEROUX 06 49 13 81 10

A 240-m² village house with a swimming pool and dovecote on 1,200-m² grounds, along the banks of the Charente River near Saintes in the Charente-Maritime department. Located along a small no-through road, which abuts a lane running north-south along the edge of the village and the property’s garden, the two-storey main dwelling is topped with a gable roof covered in terracotta barrel tiles. Framed by ashlar stone pillars crowned with cornices and decorated with pinecone finials, the property’s entrance gate opens onto an esplanade and a poplar grove that extends southwards all the way to the Charente River.

Located in Saintes, a few steps from shops and amenities, this elegant house from the 50s, completely renovated with noble materials, seduces with its brightness, its clean lines and its beautiful spaces. After a flight of steps, the tone is set from the entrance. The large bay windows bathe the living room in light. Warm and friendly, it is decorated with an elegant fireplace, solid Hungarian-point parquet flooring and opens onto a balcony offering a clear view, ideal for enjoying beautiful days. The closed kitchen combines contemporary design and beautiful equipment opening onto the terrace to enjoy meals outdoors. On the same level, the master suite offers an oasis of tranquility, with neat finishes and optimal comfort. The bathroom is decorated with a sauna. The upper floor reveals three bright bedrooms, a shower room, a toilet and a dressing room. One of the bedrooms has its own bathroom and also benefits from a south-facing balcony, with a breathtaking view of the Charente, a real invitation to relax. The lush garden, with palm trees and a swimming pool, transforms this space into a pleasant green setting. A garage, a cellar and a laundry room on the ground floor complete the assets of this house. With its ideal exposure and its many openings, the house offers a living environment open to the outside, highlighting every moment of the day. In an exceptional setting on the banks of the Charente, this unique property combines refinement, architecture and modern comfort. ENERGY CLASS: D / CLIMATE CLASS: E. Estimated average amount of annual energy expenditure for standard use, established from 2015 energy prices: EUR2,195. Full photo report on our Espaces Atypiques Charente-Maritime website. Contact: Sonia LEROUX 06 49 13 81 10

Royan Ile d'Oléron Sotheby's International Realty presents this remarkable property located in Saint-Romain-de-Benet, between Saintes and Royan, just 20 minutes from the beaches. Upon arrival, a majestic porch opens its doors to reveal a charming Charentaise house of approximately 400 m², surrounded by various outbuildings, all nestled in the heart of a wooded park of over one hectare, proudly dominated by a classified millennial oak tree. This two-story home impresses with its generous spaces. The ground floor is centered around a vast 80 m² living room adorned with an elegant fireplace, a dining room, a fully equipped kitchen with a pantry, a billiard room, as well as a master suite with a private bathroom and WC. A beautiful travertine staircase leads to the upper floor, where you will discover 7 bedrooms, 4 of which have their own washbasin, along with two bathrooms and two separate WCs. The park is dotted with various outbuildings, including a wine storehouse with a cellar, a barn, a garage, and former sheepfolds, offering numerous possibilities for conversion, perfect for a bed and breakfast or guesthouse activity. The beautifully wooded grounds reveal endless potential. Its tennis court, in need of renovation, and the possibility of adding a swimming pool, open the door to many future projects. With some renovation work, this family property will regain its full splendor and is sure to captivate lovers of heritage properties. 3D tour available upon request.

Royan Ile d'Oléron Sotheby's International Realty invites you to discover this splendid rural estate dating back to 1880, full of history, featuring an elegant manor house and two charming, independent, and functional cottages. Ideally located just 10 minutes from the center of Saintes and 30 minutes from the beaches, this estate offers quick access to the main tourist attractions in the region, all reachable in less than an hour. Upon entering the manor house, a beautiful gallery welcomes you, leading to the living room and dining room. You will also find a bedroom with a washroom, perfect for single-level living. A kitchen and a bathroom with a toilet complete this level. You can enjoy a beautiful shaded terrace at the back of the house, ideal for outdoor meals under the centuries-old trees. Upstairs, discover four spacious bedrooms, three of which have washrooms, a large bathroom, and separate toilets. The attic offers additional space that can be converted to suit your needs and desires. The garden, spanning over 7000 m², without any overlooking neighbors, is planted with remarkable trees and vegetation. It leads to the two independent cottages, perfect for hosting family and friends or for seasonal rental. Each cottage consists of a living room, kitchen, bathroom, and toilet, with three bedrooms in one and two bedrooms in the other. In addition to the main house and cottages, a beautiful outbuilding with stables, a bread oven, and a large canopy offers possibilities for expanding the reception area. At the back of the cottages, you will find a workshop, a wine cellar, and a laundry room. This estate presents an interesting potential, in a rural and serene setting, surrounded by greenery and close to major roads. Come and discover this unique haven of peace, ideal for nature and history lovers, offering a rare opportunity to acquire an exceptional property.

Your LA ROCHELLE FRENCH PROPERTIES agency, specialized in the sale of prestigious properties, offers you this real estate complex ideally located in the very center of the town of SAINTES in CHARENTE MARITIME. Ideal for rental investment or commercial operation, located in the hyper center (pedestrian zone) of SAINTES, this real estate complex with an area of approximately 215 m2 in good condition offers great potential and a good rental ratio. It is composed on the ground floor a commercial part still in operation (commercial part with window, 2 reserves, sanitary facilities), a beautiful courtyard with trees and access to the building with 5 storage boxes. The first floor comprising 3 type 2 duplex apartments (ground floor : living room and kitchenette area - floor: 1 bedroom and bathroom with toilet). The third floor is made up of a type 2 apartment (living room with kitchenette area - bedroom - bathroom with toilet). Each apartment has a storage unit. Annual rent habitable part: EUR21,000 inc. Annual rent commercial part: EUR21,600 excl. VAT Commercial activity can be resumed. Rare product in the sector. Annual energy cost of housing per year in progress - Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisks website: www. geohazards. govt. Fr

Former wine-growing property with mansion and outbuildings. Exclusively at Axo Immobilier. In the triangle of Saintes, Cognac and St Jean d'Angely, a spa town. In a quiet area, large mansion from 1875, completely renovated, offering 6 bedrooms including one of 38m², 2 large living rooms of 38m², a fitted kitchen of 28m² and 5 bathrooms. And the 3 rare outbuildings, a 90m² courtyard adjoining the house converted into a summer room, a large 225m² cellar in very good condition, serviced, another 105m² courtyard, a 65m² stable and a 20m² garage. The 18500m² garden is composed of a large interior courtyard which gives this property a lot of charm and privacy with its swimming pool facing south like the house. The roofs are new. A well. Ten-year guarantees on all work. electricity, plumbing, roofs. Heating by new peel boiler, 2024. New sanitation to standards. All projects possible, events, gites.. or family home. About 20 minutes from Saint Jean d'Angely, Cognac and Saintes.

Located near Pons, on the strategic axis Saintes, Cognac and Jonzac, this authentic village Charentaise has been renovated to provide a comforting family cocoon. Hidden behind its wooden fence, the property is built on a plot of 750 m2 and offers approximately 190 m2 of living space. The entrance opens directly onto a large, bright living room of 54 m2, adorned with exposed stone, a fireplace and an old stone sink that accentuate the charm of this living room. Access to the 70 m2 wooden terrace is via the bay window and extends the living area in fine weather. The conviviality of this terrace is enhanced by the semi-buried swimming pool (7x3). A large fitted and equipped kitchen of 25 m2 is the centerpiece of the house with an island as a central gathering point. A storeroom and toilet complete this dining area. Upstairs, the refined decoration and the finishes of each room give off a warm atmosphere. This sleeping area consists of three bedrooms with a bathroom and a beautiful, neat master suite with private bathroom and dressing room. The exterior is divided into two parts on the front and back of the house. After some finishing touches to the garden and the facade on the back, the space will become a very cozy setting. An additional advantage of this property: a cellar with external access allowing additional storage. The proximity of the motorway and the train station 7 minutes away will make it easy for you to get around. ENERGY CLASS: D / B CLIMATE CLASS: - Estimated average amount of annual energy expenditure for standard use, established from 2021 energy prices: between EUR1,944 and EUR2,630 Full photo report on our Espaces Atypiques Charente-Maritime website. Contact: Sonia LEROUX - 06 49 13 81 10

Saintes Sud sector 30 minutes from the beaches in a structured and natural environment, the LG IMMO Gemozac Agency invites you to discover this vast luxury Villa with its guest house and double garage. Built in 2003 on an enclosed park of 3000m2 then completely readapted in 2015 with the watchword of life oriented around the swimming pool, we discover on our arrival behind the confidentiality of two large motorized gates a qualitative architecture with the desired Toulouse spirit. Presented in excellent condition, this traditional 170m2 villa offers two living spaces on the ground floor distributed by a large entrance hall, one wing being allocated to the living rooms such as the 45m2 living room / living room with a closed fireplace, a separate 17m2 kitchen with high-end furniture and equipment and its pantry, then a parental space composed of an office / linen room, a bathroom with Italian shower and separate toilet, ending with a luxurious bedroom with dressing room and direct access to the swimming pool. Upstairs we will find two comfortable bedrooms, one with a loggia, a separate toilet and we will appreciate the relaxation area offering a SAUNA as well as all the equipment of a bathroom. Underfloor heating by heat pump, controlled roller shutters, alarm, videophone, home automation and fire detection, LED lighting... the equipment present brings perfect coherence to this property, intended to be modern and comfortable on a daily basis. Outside and along the terraces with perfect finishes, we will access the 30m2 guest house, perfectly independent like a real apartment, and able to accommodate a gîte or liberal professions activity. The exterior is not to be outdone, we will appreciate as the central point of this villa the 12mx6m swimming pool secured by a roller shutter, the multiple lighting and the insulated double garage with motorized doors, all on an enclosed and landscaped park sheltered from view. A rare proposition in a sector close to amenities and increasingly in demand Do not hesitate to contact BENOIT ALRIC at 0629412017 or by email at [email protected] for more details concerning this property.

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