luxury house for sale Cressac-Saint-Genis, France

Discover a hidden gem nestled in the Southern Charente's lush landscapes, where the timeless charm of the 19th century meets modern luxury. This exquisite former cognac domaine, set against the backdrop of the famous cognac vineyards, offers a unique blend of historical elegance and contemporary refinement. A meticulously restored estate awaits, promising an unparalleled living experience in the heart of French heritage. Spanning approximately 600 m², the main residence is a testament to architectural beauty and sophisticated interior design. The extensive renovation has preserved the property's authentic character while introducing modern amenities and comforts. The ground floor's spacious 70 m² living room sets the stage for grand gatherings, leading to four tranquil bedrooms and three luxurious bathrooms on the upper levels. The attic has been transformed into a 190 m² entertainment paradise, featuring a billiards area, cinema, and private bar, offering the ultimate space for relaxation and enjoyment. The estate extends its warm welcome through three additional guest houses, each offering about 200 m² of living space in immaculate condition, summing up to ten extra bedrooms. These dwellings are perfect for hosting guests, pursuing a boutique hospitality venture, or simply enjoying the company of a large family. The property's vast outbuildings, covering over 1000 m², present endless possibilities for customization, from showcasing classic cars to establishing an art studio or an exclusive events space. Enveloped by 14 hectares of mesmerizing parkland, the estate features a grand entrance through an electric wrought-iron gate, leading to a world where nature and luxury intertwine. The grounds boast centennial trees, a serene pond, a boutique vineyard, and dense oak woods, culminating in a heated swimming pool with a charming pool house. Located merely 25 km from Angoulême's TGV station and a stone's throw from a village brimming with amenities, this estate offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of paradise in the Charente countryside. Embrace the chance to write the next chapter of this magnificent property's story.

Exclusive to Selection Habitat: this villa was built with the greatest care in 2005 and is equipped with every modern comfort. Electric entrance gate, central vacuum system, underfloor heating on heat pump with cooling function, drilled groundwater well with connection to the network,aircon, water softener, optic fiber, etc ... The pigeonnier which centrally dominates the house provides authentic charm. A huge living space with 3 large sliding doors offers an exceptional feeling of space and light. The seating area has a beautiful fireplace and on top of the spacious kitchen there are 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a study, a large entrance hall that provides the necessary grandeur and a double garage. There?s an outbuilding with sufficient storage space, a wine cellar and workshop. The whole stands on 5000m² of land, with vegetable garden, orchard, and fully enclosed park garden. Close to shops in Blanzac-Porcheresse (6 mins) and the Auchan La Couronne hypermarket (16 mins). For lovers of peace and comfort!

Nestled in an unspoiled natural setting and completely free from noise or disturbances, this remarkable 18th?century estate offers a rare combination of history, privacy, and exceptional surroundings. Set on approximately 8.5 hectares (21 acres), the property includes a beautiful 1?hectare lake, creating a peaceful and highly sought?after atmosphere — perfect for a private residence, a retreat, or a high?end hospitality project. The estate is ideally located less than one hour from Bordeaux Airport and Bordeaux Saint?Jean high?speed train station, providing easy national and international connections (London, Dublin, New York, Boston, Toronto…). The main residence offers over 600 m² (6,450 sq ft) of living space and can easily be divided into two separate homes. Generous volumes, preserved period features, and outstanding renovation potential make it a truly unique opportunity. The outbuildings total more than 1,500 m² (16,000+ sq ft), including two large barns (470 m² and 385 m²), a former forge, a distillery, a stable, a wine press, a workshop, and several additional structures — ideal for developing a tourism business, equestrian facilities, event venue, artist studios, or luxury guest accommodations. Nearby activities and lifestyle Wine tourism: Located near the world?famous Bordeaux vineyards (Saint?Émilion, Pomerol, Médoc).Outdoor activities: Hiking, cycling, horse riding, fishing on the property's lake.Cultural visits: Historic villages, Romanesque churches, local markets, and regional gastronomy.Atlantic Coast: Beaches and surf spots reachable within 1h30.Transport accessibility Bordeaux–Mérignac International Airport: direct flights to the UK, US, and major European hubs.TGV high?speed train: Bordeaux to Paris in 2 hours.Motorway access: Quick connection to A10 and N10 routes.A timeless and elegant estate, offering exceptional potential for an ambitious lifestyle project or a premium professional activity — all in a stunning natural environment. Including fees of 5% TTC to be paid by of the purchaser. Price excluding fees 800 000 €. Energy class D, Climate class B Estimated average amount of annual energy expenditure for standard use, based on the year's energy prices 2021: between 1096.00 and 1484.00 €. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Geohazards website: georisques.gouv.fr.

VIDEO: Exceptional! A unique place to discover from the air… Before even entering, take in the view from above: the drone video reveals a preserved haven of greenery, just minutes from Barbezieux, in Montmérac, Charente. What will you discover? A former 16th-century watermill, its single-story house nestled in nature, its independent gîte (holiday cottage), two millstones for making walnut oil, and 2.4 hectares of magnificent wooded land, classified as a Natura 2000 site. A rare, peaceful place, steeped in history… yet just steps from all amenities! What this property offers: - Main house – approx. 262 m² single-story house Spacious, bright living/dining room Original circular kitchen 3 bedrooms, including 2 master suites 1 bathroom, 2 shower rooms – 2 toilets 36 m² room to be finished to your liking Electric gate, gas heating (new FRISQUET boiler installed in 2025 with a copper heat exchanger) - Separate two-story cottage – approx. 65 m² Living room with open-plan kitchen Large bedroom, shower room, WC Ideal for hosting guests or renting out - Land – 2.4 ha classified as a Natura 2000 site Peaceful, natural setting with fruit trees and truffle oaks Large garage, shed - Mill - 2 millstones still in place (for walnut oil production, or other projects) 2 waterwheels requiring renovation The mill benefits from a prefectural water regulation dating from 1865, with a report of inspection. The hydraulic structures (millrace, weir, sluice gates) are still in place and functional. One wheel is currently being restored (spring 2026). The water rights are attached to the property and have not been relinquished. -Ideal location A few minutes from Barbezieux (all shops, hospital, etc.) 20 minutes from Jonzac train station 35 minutes from Angoulême (5 minutes from the N10) 1 hour from Bordeaux or Royan

Habitation: 1h15 from Bordeaux, come discover this charming haven of peace, featuring a tastefully decorated Master House, two gîtes (the dovecote and the mill with its wooden wheel), and a farmhouse to renovate.Exploitation: With its 400 m² of outbuildings, this property offers numerous development possibilities in this green and peaceful setting (bed and breakfast, educational farm, hiking, cultural venue, events, orchard, vegetable garden). The wheel of the Mill, still in operation, can be used to produce walnut oil, with a space dedicated to tasting and sales. Land: The property covers an area of 2.5 hectares along the river, with a wooded but clear landscape, with the possibility of creating several small enclosures.Please note that some listing sites do not allow us to display our service properly. For complete and accurate information, we invite you to visit our website or contact us directly. Information about the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: georisques.gouv.fr Photos: © Copyright Safer - Use prohibited without the author's permission.This description has been automatically translated from French.

A house with a 16th-century mill with full ownership rights and outbuildings, in 5-hectare grounds, in the brightness of the Charente area as described by writer Jacques Chardonne. The buildings are set in a U-shape around a courtyard open to the south. The mill race to the west flows past a building next to a covered area and crosses through the courtyard before passing below the western end of the two-storey main building to the north of the courtyard. To the east, the same building is linked via a carriage gate and a dressed stone pedestrian gate to other outbuildings set perpendicularly. The buildings, made of rubble stone with window and door frames built in locally sourced ashlar, are topped with gently sloped terracotta tiled roofs. The western buildings are located on an island formed by the mill race and the river a little further away.

Between ANGOULEME and BORDEAUX - BARBEZIEUX (16) - In the heart of town, all services and schools on foot - This architect's house built by companions in 2022 has been the subject of great care. You will be seduced by the quality of the materials and the degree of finish. It benefits from a very pleasant and intimate wooded and landscaped garden. The entrance porch in a traditional stone outbuilding of 120 m2 on the ground also shelters two garages and a summer living room on the mezzanine of 22 m2. The building is a mixed construction with a wooden frame part. Wood wool insulation and underfloor heating on the crawl space by heat pump. This house is very economical. The living room of 90 m2 is bright as desired. It gives pride of place to perspectives while maintaining a cozy atmosphere. Hall on handcrafted staircase with large dressing room. Living room with bookcase and custom-made double-sided TV/HIFI unit. Beautifully fitted kitchen with island and quartz worktop. The invisible hinge aluminum joinery is of the most beautiful effect. We have the feeling of being outside. All the bays are extended by a vast terrace in padouk which surrounds the swimming pool. It's really superb! Beautiful bedroom with walk-in shower room. A 20 m2 music room has been designed to be a fourth bedroom or an office. Cellar/laundry room. The floor on a poplar parquet is also very voluminous with exposed framework. Bedroom en suite with bathroom/dressing room and guest bedroom. The enclosed land of 1085 m2, neat and vegetated, benefits from a well and rainwater recovery. Exceptional location, quiet. Possibility of long and furnished sale. This set is remarkable. Exclusivity.

A Characterful Residence to Reinvent - Authenticity, Absolute Tranquility, and Rare Potential. At the end of a discreet driveway, the arrival at the property immediately sets the tone. Passing through an ancient gateway, a true architectural signature, leads into a vast, sheltered, and characterful inner courtyard. The entire property exudes a rare authenticity, with its stone buildings, expansive period features, and harmonious layout. Here, tranquility is real and profound - with no direct neighbors, in an open environment where only agricultural landscapes punctuate the view. The main house offers approximately 340 sqm of living space, with generous proportions and preserved period features: exposed beams, high ceilings, fireplaces, and a fluid flow between the living areas. The reception areas provide a spacious and welcoming living environment, including a living room and kitchen of over 30 sqm each. The sleeping quarters comprise five remarkably sized bedrooms (between 25 and 36 sqm), along with two bathrooms. The property now requires a complete overhaul (kitchen, bathrooms, finishes, and repairs to some walls and ceilings), paving the way for a coherent and valuable renovation project. The technical foundations are solid: o sound structure o recently installed heat pump heating o compliant sanitation system o double-glazed PVC windows. Outside, the potential is fully realized: o an impressive barn of approximately 200 sqm o a second outbuilding of approximately 67 sqm o a three-car carport o a well-structured courtyard, a true living space o a pleasant covered terrace/patio, ideal for outdoor dining. This property will not appeal to those who are 'turnkey,' but rather to those who value ambiance, character, and authenticity, qualities that are increasingly rare. A place for those who appreciate character, seeking tranquility and a project that reflects their own vision.

Located in the Charente countryside, à 15 minutes de Barbezieux-Saint-Hilaire, with no immediate neighbours, this estate offers approximately 550 sqm of living space on 2.8 hectares. Includes: •manor house with 8 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms •guest house with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms •independent apartment Total: 12 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms. Outside: •12 x 4.5 m swimming pool •central courtyard •open barn for outdoor dining •outbuildings (workshop, storage, gym, stables) •open views over vineyards Ideal for family use, hospitality or rental investment.

Superb property consisting of two detached houses in Bellevigne. - n the heart of a peaceful and unspoilt setting, discover this superb property comprising two charming Charente-style houses, offering spacious rooms and high-quality fixtures and fittings. The main house, measuring approximately 200 m², charms with its bright spaces and authenticity, featuring a large, light-filled dining room, a spacious, warm and refined living room, a functional and elegant kitchen, a WC and, upstairs, three bedrooms including a master suite with a huge shower room and an additional shower room. Outside, there are numerous outbuildings, a shed, a cellar and a heated swimming pool in an enclosed garden with trees, offering complete privacy. The second house at the rear, perfect for entertaining friends and family or as a rental property (currently rented out), comprises a large dining room, a kitchen, a toilet, a bedroom and, upstairs, two bedrooms, a shower room and a toilet. It also has a large garden. A rare property combining character and comfort.

There are places where one naturally slows down? Set in a peaceful and open environment, in the heart of the Charente countryside, this fully renovated character homeoffers far more than comfortable living: it offers a rhythm, a way of life centred on calm, light and space. Facing due south, the property enjoys truly exceptional open views across the surrounding fields, with no overlooking neighbours and a rare sense of silence. Here, the eye travels far, the mind settles, and time seems to gently stretch. The complete renovation carried out in 2010 was undertaken with care and coherence, combining the charm of the old with modern comfort. Today, the house is fully turnkey, meticulously maintained and requiring no work. Key features include: ? photovoltaic solar panels, ? electric entrance gate, ? excellent insulation quality with double-glazed wooden windows, ? a highly sought-after ground-floor bedroom with en-suite bathroom, ? upstairs, two additional bedrooms with bathroom, ? a covered carport for two vehicles, ? workshop ? fibre optics The interior volumes are warm, well-balanced and flooded with natural light. The living areas open generously onto the garden and the swimming pool, creating a seamless flow between indoor and outdoor living. The swimming pool (3.5 x 9 m), built in 2013 and equipped with a dome, allows for an extended swimming season while blending harmoniously into the landscape. Set within a flat, enclosed plot of approximately 2,700 m², bordered by traditional stone walls and planted with mature trees, the garden offers both privacy and ease of maintenance. An independent stone workshop, separate from the house, comfortably insulated and supplied with electricity, represents a valuable additional asset, ideal for creative work, a studio, storage or a professional activity. Located at the end of a small rural hamlet, the property offers a feeling of complete tranquility without ever being isolated. A subtle and reassuring balance, where one feels alone in the world? yet never cut off. A three-bedroom, two-bathroom home, made for living Whether as a comfortable main residence, an effortless second home, or a broader lifestyle project, this property will appeal to those seeking light, silence, soothing views, and a house where one can simply arrive, settle in and breathe.

MONTMOREAU (16) Just 8 minutes from the train station and amenities, this property of approximately 51 hectares in one contiguous block offers a preserved natural environment, ideal for a professional business venture. The estate comprises four renovated buildings, using high-quality, authentic materials and an eco-friendly approach. The main 18th-century residence offers approximately 300 sq m of living space, including elegant reception rooms, a spacious kitchen, a living room/library, two master bedrooms with en-suite facilities, and a large dormitory. A fully renovated barn of approximately 400 sq m, dedicated to welcoming the public, features a restaurant area with a semi-professional kitchen, a large modular room, and several bedrooms and dormitories with en-suite facilities. Two independent gîtes, each approximately 70 sq m of living space, have been renovated in the same style. A multi-purpose room of approximately 70 sq m allows for various activities: seminars, concerts, workshops, training courses, or events. The land, comprising meadows and woods, offers a remarkable setting: ideal for tourism, events, and equestrian activities. A rare property due to its size and potential. Exclusive listing.

Royan Île d’Oléron Sotheby’s International Realty invites you to discover an exceptional estate, nestled in the heart of a lush park and perfectly restored, just 15 minutes from Angoulême. A rare setting where the elegance of a private manor house is combined with the potential of a hospitality and event business. Currently operated as a charming boutique hotel, this estate offers the perfect harmony of authenticity and modern comfort. The professional facilities include 32 beautifully appointed guest rooms, each recently renovated with en-suite bathrooms, along with a wide range of high-end amenities: a reception hall accommodating up to 190 guests, conference and meeting rooms, a fully equipped professional kitchen, a breakfast room, a games room, a fitness area with sauna and jacuzzi, a mini-golf course, a swimming pool, and a tennis court. At the heart of the property stands the majestic manor house, a true home of character whose renovation has enhanced its original soul. It features spacious, light-filled living areas, a lounge with open kitchen, two ground-floor en-suite bedrooms, and on the upper floor, three additional suites and a bedroom. A private garden, thoughtfully separated from the hotel facilities, offers its own swimming pool and summer kitchen, ensuring absolute privacy. A large garage completes this remarkable property. This estate represents a unique opportunity: the chance to invest in a thriving commercial venture while enjoying the comfort and elegance of a distinguished private residence. Annonce rédigée par Viviane Bonnefon EI – Agent commercial – RSAC SAINTES n° 502 973 258

Set in a peaceful and green environment with lovely open views over the surrounding countryside, this charming renovated Charentaise offers approximately 177 m² of living space on a fully enclosed plot of 3,159 m². The property successfully combines character and modern comfort, featuring spacious and welcoming living areas, a practical fully fitted kitchen and a large, cosy living room. With four bedrooms, it is perfectly suited as a main residence, holiday home or family property. Comfort is ensured thanks to recently installed heat pumps providing both heating and cooling, while wood-burning stoves add warmth and atmosphere during the winter months. Outside, you will enjoy a beautiful swimming pool with covered terrace and summer kitchen ? ideal for relaxing and entertaining during the long summer days. The main house also benefits from its own covered terrace. A ready-to-move-into character property offering charm, comfort and an excellent location close to Angoulême. A rare opportunity well worth discovering.

Tucked away at the end of a charming little hamlet, this beautifully renovated barn is a true haven for nature lovers, peace seekers, and those dreaming of authentic countryside living. Several scenic walks start directly from the property, including one leading to one of South Charente's most famous pubs ? a favourite destination of the current owners. Offering approximately 230 m² of living space, the property combines charm with comfort thanks to good insulation, wooden double-glazed windows and doors, a recent roof, electric heating, and fibre-optic internet, ideal for remote working or simply enjoying fast connectivity. An added bonus: the annual property tax is only around euros600. At the heart of the home lies the impressive 70 m² light-filled living room, a warm and welcoming space perfect for entertaining or relaxing. On one side, it opens onto a lovely terrace with an easy-to-maintain garden and a small outbuilding in need of renovation. On the other side, you will find a large barn/hangar of over 200 m², together with an adjoining 1-hectare plot, ideal for keeping a horse, creating a smallholding, or simply enjoying space and nature. And if the extra land feels a little daunting, fear not ? the friendly neighbour has already kindly offered to help maintain it, or even buy part of it to grow kiwis (the fruit ?). The fully equipped 28 m² kitchen, which also serves as a dining area, offers direct access to a pleasant front terrace. Adjacent to the kitchen are a utility room, pantry, and a ground-floor bathroom with toilet. Upstairs, a spacious 33 m² mezzanine provides a versatile area, perfect as a home office, gym, or relaxation space. Spread around it are 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, one of which can still be finished to your personal taste. A true hidden gem set in an exceptionally charming environment, offering the perfect balance between comfort, countryside living, and authentic Charente charm.

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!

Located in the peaceful countryside just outside Angoulême, this beautiful 19th-century country estate offers an exceptional combination of character, space and panoramic views. Dating from around 1800, the property includes a main residence, independent gîte, caretaker’s house and two outbuildings, set within approximately 9,950 sqm of land. The estate offers around 425 sqm of living space (700 sqm total built area) and enjoys a south-east exposure, providing excellent natural light and open views over the surrounding hills and countryside. Main Residence The main house is arranged over two levels and includes: Ground Floor • Spacious entrance hall (24 sqm) • Living room with fireplace (30 sqm) • Library / study (17.5 sqm) • Fully equipped kitchen (32.5 sqm) • Dining room (17 sqm) • Two bedrooms (19.5 sqm and 23.5 sqm) • Bathroom with WC • Shower room with WC • Laundry room First Floor • Master bedroom (24.5 sqm) with shower room and WC • Four additional bedrooms • Dressing room • Landing area Independent Guest Gîte The property also includes a self-contained guest gîte comprising: • Bedroom • Shower room with WC • Living room with kitchen Ideal for holiday rentals, guest accommodation or independent living space. Outbuildings and Additional Buildings • Two outbuildings offering further development potential • Caretaker’s house • Additional storage and utility spaces Outdoor Areas The estate extends across nearly one hectare of land (9,950 sqm) and includes: • Swimming pool • Pétanque court • Outdoor barbecue area • Landscaped grounds with countryside views • Outdoor lighting • Private garden with open panoramic views Features and Equipment • Central heating (oil) with heat pump system • Air conditioning • Fireplace • PVC double-glazed windows • Fibre internet connection • Mosquito screens Location • 15 minutes from Angoulême TGV station (high-speed connections to Paris and Bordeaux) • 5 minutes from local shops and amenities • Approximately 90 minutes from international airports Key Features • Character country estate dating from 1800 • Approximately 425 sqm of living space • Independent guest gîte • Outbuildings and caretaker’s house • Swimming pool and landscaped grounds • Nearly 1 hectare of land • Panoramic countryside views • Close to Angoulême and TGV connections

20 minutes from Chalais, on more than 32 hectares including 8 hectares of pines, 600 m from the nearest neighbor, equestrian property comprising: of a stone house of 289 m2 comprising on the ground floor an entrance/storeroom, a kitchen open to the living room, a shower room with toilet, another large living room with wood insert, a veranda with a pizza oven; on the 1st floor 3 bedrooms, a toilet, a bathroom, a hallway. of a 2nd house of 135 m2 to renovate, currently used as an outbuilding for feeding horses and riding equipment. The roofs are new. The sanitation is compliant. 5000 m2 pond with fish. 3 wells. 5 natural water sources. Barn adjoining the house of 230 m2 with solar panels for personal consumption. Detached barn of 110 m2 with 4 sheep boxes. The equestrian part consists of: 16 paddocks 12 boxes 2 stalls a 20 x 40 career

Situated in the heart of the South Charente, just outside the town of Chalais, this remarkable XVI century property has been carefully renovated in keeping with its original architecture. Nestled in 5.45 hectares of south-facing grounds, it offers spectacular views over the rolling countryside and Talleyrand castle, just one kilometre away. Just 45 minutes from Angoulême TGV station and around 1 hour from Bordeaux and Bergerac airports, the location perfectly combines accessibility and tranquillity. The elegant volumes, high ceilings, period fireplaces, exposed beams, mullioned windows with old stained glass windows and terracotta floor tiles testify to the house's rich past. The 350 m² (3,767 sq ft) of living space comprises a welcoming entrance hall, an elegant lounge, a vast dining kitchen with monumental fireplace, four bedrooms, including a master suite with dressing room and shower room, a second bathroom, a practical utility room, a wine cellar and a lounge/library on the first floor, providing a refined setting. A 40 m² convertible attic and 400 m² of outbuildings, including a superb dovecote, still offer plenty of scope for conversion. The technical features ensure modern comfort: underfloor heating supplied by an oil-fired condensing boiler, water softener, electric gates. The outside areas are just as attractive: enclosed courtyard, heated swimming pool, jacuzzi, sheltered terrace, and a summer kitchen with bread oven, perfect for intimate summer receptions. The town of Chalais, within walking distance, offers all the essential services: train station with links to Bordeaux and Angoulême, shops, restaurants, weekly market and its historic château.

A 19TH-CENTURY ORIENTALIST RESIDENCE South-West France — between the Cognac vineyards and the Gironde estuary Some properties are best discovered quietly. In a confidential village of the Charente, this rare residence has stood since 1876, its towers and arcaded façades reflecting one of the most distinctive architectural sensibilities of the late 19th century. It was designed by a scholar of his era — a man drawn to Andalusia, to travel, to the Alhambra — and belongs to that small group of French country houses where Moorish and Orientalist references entered the vernacular of Romantic architecture. The construction is uncompromising. Walls of dressed stone, fifty centimetres thick (around 20 inches), keep the interiors cool through the long South-Western summers. Arched windows draw the light deep into the rooms, across original parquet floors. The corner towers each contain a bathroom — an unusual signature of the house. The façades carry stone tracery and blind arcading: the quiet, geometric grammar of Moorish-inspired design, handled here with restraint rather than theatre. Set within a walled park of just under one hectare (approximately 2.4 acres), the residence offers approximately 222 sqm (2,390 sqft) of living space across four levels: 9 principal rooms, 7 bedrooms, several bathrooms, two reception-and-kitchen spaces, and a finished attic level beneath the roof. The proportions are generous; the circulation, intuitive. The grounds include a heated swimming pool with motorised cover, set within mature, romantic gardens. A separate 64 sqm (690 sqft) outbuilding offers further scope — guest accommodation, studio, wellness pavilion — and a second structure stands among the trees. The property currently operates as a high-end seasonal rental (twelve guests, annual income in the region of €30,000), and is fully prepared for its next chapter: a country residence of character, a prestige guesthouse, or a discreet venue for private events and writers' retreats. Every element is in place. 45 minutes from Cognac. One hour from Bordeaux. Two hours from the Atlantic coast. Guide price: €620,000 — agency fees included, payable by the vendor. EPC: Class F. Full diagnostic and energy audit reports available.

Living in the most beautiful region of Charente Sud, living in the countryside with the most beautiful view of this region, living in a spacious and bright contemporary house on the edge of a hamlet and 10 km from shops and schools, living in a house with the possibility (free of charge) of dividing into two independent full-floor dwellings or into a dwelling and a gite. Recent house (2007, 180 m2 habitable) of good quality and having well thought out in its distribution, on a plot of almost 1 HA, without any vis-à-vis, in a quiet area with panoramic views. One of the two entrances, on the street side, gives access to an entrance with cloakroom, a lovely living room with large bay windows overlooking the hilly nature, an equipped kitchen, two bedrooms, a laundry room, a bathroom (bath and shower) and wc . The second entrance door, at the level of the car park and the garden, gives access to a large living room with kitchen area, two bedrooms, a shower room, a toilet, a cellar and a garage. The two levels are connected by an internal wooden staircase. Very nice property, well maintained and with all the comforts such as PVC double glazing, heat pump heating, underfloor heating on both floors, shutters everywhere. To seize!!

Located just 15 minutes from the Angoulême TGV station, this superb 19th-century Charentaise property has been fully and beautifully renovated, combining period charm with a contemporary, minimalist interior where white tones dominate, creating a bright and elegant atmosphere. Offering approximately 225 sq.m of living space, the main house features on the ground floor a vast reception room comprising a sitting area, an open-plan kitchen and a dining space. The first floor offers three bedrooms, including a master suite, as well as two shower rooms. The second floor provides a large room currently used as a dormitory, with its own shower room and WC. A full basement cellar completes the property. Immediately adjacent, a 120 sq.m guest annex includes a lounge with fireplace and bar, along with two beautiful suites, each with bedroom, shower room and WC. The standard of finish is exceptionally high and the entire property is presented in immaculate condition. Outside, a stunning 200 sq.m wooden terrace surrounds a heated 12m x 6m swimming pool. The enclosed 8,299 sq.m landscaped grounds—planted with umbrella pines, olive trees, cypresses and more—also offer potential for additional construction. With no immediate neighbours, this is a truly remarkable property, defined by its quality, comfort and distinctive spirit.

An early 17th-century house to restore, on the edges of the Charente and Dordogne, with outbuildings set around a square courtyard, a dovecote and more than 3 hectares of land. The many buildings that comprise the property, with their gabled roofs made of terracotta half-round tiles, are set around a square courtyard and are all in need of renovation. The courtyard can be reached via a carriage gate and an adjoining pedestrian gate in the south facing surrounding wall made of ashlar, quarried from various locations in the region. The keystone of the carriage gate is adorned with two hearts facing each other, one the right way up and the other upside down. An ashlar stone building with a gabled roof stands to the left of the entrance, adjoining the buildings. A dovecote with a pavilion hip roof stands at the southwest corner. The garden, orchard and a lawned area that form the grounds of the property lie to the west.

On a 9,930 m² estate is located this characterful main house with 7 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, a spacious covered terrace and stunning views. In addition, there is a fully detached guest house (pigeonnier) with its own terrace, a separate cottage in the process of indoor construction and several barns. The swimming pool, playing field with giant chessboard, petanque pitch and tranquillity make this a unique place to live. Ideal as a spacious main residence, but also perfect as a source of income via rental or running a BetB. Ready to move in, attractive and with lots of possibilities.