manors with pool for sale Charente, France

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.

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!

EXCLUSIVE TO BEAUX VILLAGES! Surrounded by the rolling vineyards of Grande Champagne and enjoying complete privacy, this remarkable historic estate occupies an elevated position with panoramic countryside views in the heart of Cognac's most celebrated terroir. Once the residence of the Lords of Raby, the property combines noble heritage with beautifully restored accommodation, including an elegant four-bedroom manor house, three independent guest residences and a studio, creating a rare opportunity for family living, entertaining and hospitality in an exceptional setting. This exceptional historic Cognac estate occupies an elevated, private and privileged position rarely available in the heart of the much sought after Grande Champagne countryside. Full of character, period features and charm and accessed from its private drive through electric gates combining a beautifully restored and maintained four-bedroom manor house with generous guest accommodation, extensive traditional outbuildings, landscaped gardens, courtyards and an impressive heated swimming pool. Set within 1.2 hectares of landscaped grounds, with two wells and no immediate neighbours, the estate is surrounded by vineyards and enjoys panoramic unspoilt views over vines, countryside and a local château. It offers a matchless combination of privacy, character, space and flexibility, with a gym, office, covered parking for several vehicles, numerous storerooms, premium hot tub and leisure area, covered terraces and a boules court, all thoughtfully arranged to create a highly attractive estate and a unique lifestyle opportunity. To the front, a landscaped courtyard garden is framed by traditional stone outbuildings, including the gym, office, covered parking and storerooms. To one side, a covered terrace overlooks the lawn and surrounding vineyards, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. To the other, a further covered terrace enjoys views towards the nearby protected forest, with a premium hot tub and solar shower forming a discreet relaxation area beside a large barn with original wine press. A secluded gate leads to the guest accommodation, arranged around a delightful courtyard and heated swimming pool, with a sheltered stone-flagged terrace and covered outdoor living space together with a workshop. The beautifully maintained guest accommodation comprises three self-contained guest residences (two one-bedroom and one two-bedroom) plus a studio. This has its own access, character and outlook, is naturally separated from the principal residence. It allows owners, guests and family to enjoy privacy and independence while remaining part of one coherent estate, and which offers income potential if desired and subject to the usual permissions. Gates on the northern side lead to a spacious dedicated guest parking area, while a broad arched gateway opens to the boules court, set among the surrounding vineyards. The manor house was the home of the Lords of Raby, including Sir Jacques Horric and his son Gaspard Horric and only by wandering through the gardens, courtyards and buildings can the scale, atmosphere and stature of this exclusive estate, offering timeless French charm and a rare opportunity to enjoy a truly privileged way of life, be fully appreciated.