manors for sale Poitou Charentes, France

Barnes Properties & Châteaux offers for sale this remarkable 16th-century residence, in the heart of the Deux-Sèvres countryside, between Thouars and Bressuire. Sheltered from any nuisance, in a peaceful and preserved environment, this character property combines architectural authenticity, modern comfort, and the art of living in the countryside. Built around a large courtyard accessible by an elegant double porch, consisting of a carriage door and a pedestrian door, the ensemble includes a living area of approximately 430 m², some outbuildings, and a park of around 2 hectares, alternating between courtyard, landscaped garden, and meadows. Fully restored with care by its current owners, the residence has managed to preserve its authenticity. The façade reveals remarkable architectural elements: mullioned and transomed windows, a semi-circular arched door, a square tower, and a half-outwork turret on the rear façade. Inside, ancient fireplaces, a period stone staircase, exposed beams, and stones create an authentic decor, subtly combined with contemporary materials, notably an elegant waxed concrete on the ground floor. Developed over two levels, the house offers generous volumes flooded with light and a particularly pleasant layout. On the ground floor: - a spacious and very bright kitchen opening onto the garden and the covered terrace facing the courtyard, very pleasant for family meals in summer. - a dining room with its stone fireplace, - a large living room with its stone fireplace - the period stone staircase - a master suite - pantry, laundry room, cellar, and boiler room All rooms on the ground floor are cross-through. Upstairs, 4 other bedrooms each with their own en-suite bathroom or shower room and dressing rooms. Some outbuildings complete the property, including small roofs and a garage/workshop, and offer interesting storage spaces. The land extends over about 2 hectares including access road, courtyard, meadows, and a small pond. The whole is nicely planted and private. A quintessential family home. Fully restored and perfectly maintained, it requires no work. Heating is provided by a wood pellet installation. Possibility to acquire additional buildings and land. Detailed file available upon request. Well presented by Jan Erik ALDERLIESTE ENERGY CLASS: D - CLIMATE CLASS: B / Estimated annual energy expenses for standard usage: €7270 - €9850 (reference year 2025) Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.frThis description has been automatically translated from French.

Barnes Properties and Castles offers for sale this noble house from the 16th century in Deux-Sèvres between the towns of Thouars and Bressuire, in the countryside, in a calm and preserved environment. The property consists of a main residence, its many outbuildings partly converted into dwellings, a heated swimming pool, and a plot of 2.5 hectares. All of it is organized, with the outbuildings, around a large square courtyard accessed by a double porch with carriage and pedestrian doors. This property has been completely renovated by the current owners and today offers quality features. The residence is built on a rectangular plan flanked by a square tower to the northwest, which extends into the outbuildings to the southeast in a right-angle return. It has a total surface area of approximately 430 m² and still presents beautiful openings including numerous stone-mullioned windows, an arched door, beautiful fireplaces inside, as well as a turret half out of work on the rear facade. The house will charm you with its volumes, brightness, and especially its features that combine modern comfort and the charm of the old (period fireplaces, exposed stones, beams, polished concrete on the ground floor). On the ground floor: - a large very bright kitchen opening onto the garden and the covered terrace by the courtyard, very pleasant for family meals in the summer. - a dining room with its stone fireplace, - a large living room with its stone fireplace - the period stone staircase - a master suite - pantry, laundry, cellar, and boiler room. On the first floor, there are 4 other bedrooms, each with its own bathroom or shower room and dressing rooms. The outbuildings include: - 4 annex houses from 80 m² to 140 m², each with a living room, kitchen space, 2 or 3 bedrooms, and a shower room. These houses are in perfect condition and can be rented out as gîtes. They all face the outside of the courtyard and have an independent entrance. - a reception room of about 120 m² with a kitchen area and restrooms. - a heated swimming pool 4 x 12 with a large adjacent covered area of about 120 m² - various outbuildings for use as a garage, workshop, and small roofs. The land extends over approximately 2.5 hectares including access paths, courtyard, meadows, and a small pond. The whole is beautifully wooded. An ideal place to gather the whole family or for a commercial activity (events and gîtes). Property in perfect condition. No work to be expected. Detailed file available upon request. Well presented by Jan Erik ALDERLIESTE ENERGY CLASS: D - CLIMATE CLASS: B / Estimated amount of annual energy expenses for standard use: €7270 - €9850 (reference year 2025) Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.frThis description has been automatically translated from French.

Exceptional 18th-century charentais Manor on 2 hectares of land. 1H from Bordeaux and 12 minutes from Mortagne-sur-Gironde, not far from charming little ports on the Atlantic coast, near local shops, in an authentic and preserved setting, in a dominant position, this magnificent 18th-century family home offers 510m² of living space, consisting of 16 rooms including 10 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms. Numerous stone outbuildings complete the property: former wine cellars, 3 beautiful sheds, a summer kitchen, sheepfolds, horse stables…All on approximately 2 hectares of land suitable for a swimming pool including a main courtyard, a pleasure park, an orchard and meadows. A true “haven of peace”, set in its relaxing green setting, ideal for a family home with an interesting potential to develop numerous tourism and event projects. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Georisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

BARNES Properties & Châteaux offers for sale this elegant 19th-century residence, accompanied by its outbuildings, a swimming pool, and a wooded estate of 30 hectares, in the heart of a preserved countryside, between Châtellerault and Poitiers, both served by the TGV. A nearby village provides basic amenities. The property is less than 3h30 by car from Paris. Hidden from view and any nuisance, the property is revealed after a beautiful driveway lined with majestic lime trees. A bucolic and confidential setting that immediately gives the place a rare and privileged atmosphere. Built in the early 19th century, the residence has its origins in a construction that began in 1808, as evidenced by the elegant proportions of the central living space and certain architectural details. It was then expanded during the 19th century, notably in 1868, with the addition of two wings and a round stair tower. Together, they now compose a harmonious architecture, where classic lines and refined details blend. The façades are rhythmically adorned with stonework frames and corner chains, as well as molded cornices and friezes. The slate roofs with valleys, punctuated by dormers and ridge decorations, give the residence this elegant and timeless silhouette characteristic of larger properties from the 19th century. Spanning approximately 520 m² of living space, the house offers generous reception volumes and no less than 9 bedrooms. You will undoubtedly appreciate the ceiling height, the period decorative elements, and the interior brightness. It lends itself to various projects: a large family home, a second residence, lodging activities, etc. The estate extends over 30 hectares of parkland and woods, offering a preserved natural environment and multiple possibilities for nature lovers and those who appreciate wide open spaces. The pool with terrace and awning is ideally located on the property and allows for full enjoyment of beautiful days in a peaceful and privileged setting. Finally, several outbuildings, including an orangery converted into a winter garden, complete the ensemble and offer numerous possibilities for use, storage, or development, depending on the projects. A rare and confidential property, in perfect condition, intended for lovers of old houses, large spaces, and places imbued with authenticity and soul.This description has been automatically translated from French.

iad France - Elodie Garreau offers you: Exceptional manor with wooded park, swimming pool and outbuildings. In the heart of Saint-Georges-lès-Baillargeaux, this exceptional fully renovated property features over 500 m² of living space and offers high-end services. It consists of a manor and an outbuilding, within a 3,600 m² wooded park combining a French garden and landscaped park. The renovation preserves the character of the old while integrating contemporary facilities, such as a private elevator. The ground floor welcomes beautiful reception areas, including a living room adorned with a stone fireplace and a large living room that combines an equipped open kitchen and dining room. The entire space benefits from direct access to the terrace and the swimming pool. A back kitchen, a laundry room with shower, and a separate WC complete this level. Served by a private elevator, the upper floors combine solid wood floors and exposed beams, respecting the character of the property. The first floor hosts the master bedroom with its bathroom and dressing room, as well as two other bedrooms with their private lounge and a shower room. On the second floor, the converted attics offer additional adaptable spaces: office, leisure room, or extra bedrooms. The 80 m² outbuilding benefits from independent living spaces, complemented by two bedrooms and a shower room with WC. A workshop providing a nice storage area and a double garage allowing parking for multiple vehicles complete the property's annexes. A double vaulted cellar in stone adds extra charm. Outside, a heated swimming pool and a spa are situated on the terrace, while the wooded park extends the landscaped spaces. Fully renovated, this manor combines the charm of the old with beautiful volumes and quality amenities. It offers a rare living environment, blending architectural heritage and contemporary services. A unique property to discover on-site. Please feel free to contact me to arrange a visit. Agency fees are the responsibility of the seller. A valid ID will be requested during the visit, in accordance with Article L.561-5 of the Monetary and Financial Code. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed, including the legal obligation for clearing, is available on the Géorisques website: http://www.georisques.gouv.fr. This real estate advertisement has been written under the editorial responsibility of Ms. Elodie Garreau, independent real estate agent (without holding funds), commercial agent of SAS I@D France registered at RSAC of Poitiers under the number 100821099, holder of the real estate canvassing card on behalf of I@D France SAS.

Barnes Propriétés et Châteaux is pleased to offer you this fully renovated 19th century manor house set in 2.8 hectares of grounds. Situated just 10 minutes from Montmorillon (all amenities) and 1 hour from Poitiers (TGV station and airport), this property has been recently renovated to a high standard and stands in harmonious surroundings. On a human scale, the château offers 9 bedrooms and pleasant living rooms. The entire first floor rests on a garden level. The interior is very healthy and offers a perfect marriage of modern comfort and old-world charm. No work required. Several outbuildings in good condition complete the property. They include a guest house with 142 m² of living space, a pool house with its 12x6m swimming pool, a garage and various small buildings that can be used for storage. The property extends over almost 2.8 hectares of parkland planted with century-old trees, a former orchard and a pond. ENERGY: B CLIMATE CLASS: A Estimated annual energy costs for standard use: between €3,150 and €4,310. Reference year for energy prices used to establish estimate: 2021 Detailed file on request. Price: €895,000 (fees included) Property presented exclusively by Jan Erik ALDERLIESTE +33(0)6 65 59 12 11 - [email protected] “Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website www.georisques.gouv.fr ”

A renovated 19th-century residence with outhouses, an indoor swimming pool and almost three hectares of grounds, nestled in France’s Vienne department. From a road, a driveway leads to the manor and its grounds. The manor comes into view in the middle of meadows. It has a basement, a ground floor, a first floor and a second floor. The design of its elevations is even and balanced. The stone walls are rendered and the quoins and window and door surrounds are made of exposed dressed stone. Tall small-paned windows punctuate the elevations. The slopes of the slate roof are rather steep. Several dormers protrude from it and towering pyramidal roofs mark its four corners. Two tall chimney stacks of brick rise up from the roof too. Near the property’s entrance, in the main court, there is an old outhouse. This stone building is crowned with a long slate roof. Its facade is punctuated with several semicircular-arched windows. Close to the manor, there is an old cuboid-shaped dovecote in the middle of the meadows. It is crowned with a pyramidal slate roof. There is also a pool house, which has an indoor swimming pool, a relaxation space and an equipment room. Lastly, there is a covered garage, several storehouses and a bread oven. The property covers almost 2.8 hectares, which are mostly made up of meadows. There is a small lake and trees of different varieties.

Just 30 minutes from Angoulême, in a natural setting of rare beauty and absolute tranquillity, this superb 18th-century manor house stands out for its authenticity, elegance and the remarkable quality of its renovation. Set in a completely preserved environment, the property offers approximately 350 sq.m of living space. The main residence opens onto a welcoming entrance hall leading to two spacious reception rooms of around 50 sq.m, a dining room, a large eat-in kitchen, a utility room and a study. Upstairs, the sleeping accommodation comprises four bedrooms, including a generous principal suite, as well as two bathrooms. Renovated with exquisite taste, the house has retained all the charm and soul of its origins. Beautiful period features are found throughout, including wooden floors, cement tiles, fireplaces, the original staircase and elegant proportions. The manor house also offers significant potential for further expansion, allowing for a variety of future projects. Set apart from the main house, a delightful guest cottage of approximately 65 sq.m includes an entrance hall, two bedrooms and a full bathroom, providing comfortable and independent accommodation for family or guests. Extensive outbuildings complete this highly attractive ensemble. The property sits at the heart of approximately 13 hectares of land, nearly half of which is woodland, bordered by a river and enhanced by magnificent century-old trees. A rare and enchanting country property, ideal for lovers of character homes, privacy and unspoilt nature.

An elegant manor, with a holiday cottage, outbuildings and grounds, overlooking the Sèvre River valley and the small town of Saint-Maixent-l’Ecole. Resembling a small and immaculately designed chateau, the manor is topped with two pyramidal roofs, each punctuated by a dormer, which crown the main façade and its three rows of vertical windows, while, on either side, two short wings, with the same height as the central structure, are set back slightly. Facing the grounds, the three-storey dwelling boasts an exterior with five rows of vertical windows, whereas the living areas – a drawing room, a study, a dining room, flanked by a cosy breakfast nook, and a contemporary kitchen – can be found on the garden level on either side of a wide, dual-aspect and sunny entrance hall. As for the small adjacent extension, it contains the service areas, such as a former kitchen, a workshop, a (fuel oil) boiler room and a lavatory, while the five first-floor bedrooms, in a variety of sizes, provide a number of different views and amenities, such as a bathtub in the bedroom itself and a large shower room for one, a shower room and a lavatory for another, a bathroom for the third, as well as a separate lavatory with a washbasin. In addition, the second floor is made up of four bedrooms (including one with a shower room and lavatory), as well as a bathroom and a lavatory, whereas a large portion of the manor's electrical system and plumbing has recently been redone. With a fuel oil boiler powering the radiators, three hot water heaters are used to provide hot water, while the dwelling also features fibre-optic Internet as well as a cellar extending under half of the edifice. Abutting the manor, a holiday cottage (currently occupied by a three-year lease), with pointed stone walls and giving directly on to the 10 x 4-metre swimming pool, includes a bedroom with a wardrobe and a shower room on the garden level, as well as a sitting room, a bedroom, a bathroom and a lavatory upstairs. On the other side of the courtyard, the outbuildings, cadenced by seven rows of vertical windows, are conducive to a number of current and potential uses, whereas the grounds, of more than five hectares and completely enclosed by a wall, fencing and a moat, are planted with many different trees, which not only offer welcome shade, but plenty of beauty as well.

EXCLUSIVE TO BEAUX VILLAGES! Built in 1881, this elegant and imposing 10-bedroom bourgeois manor house sits within its beautifully landscaped gardens of over an acre in the heart of the Cognac vineyards of the Charente-Maritime. Surrounded by uninterrupted countryside views, the property effortlessly combines period grandeur with modern comfort, offering an exceptional family home alongside excellent entertaining, hospitality and revenue potential. At the heart of the house, a magnificent three-storey oak spiral staircase rises through the property, setting the tone for the remarkable architectural character found throughout. Spacious reception rooms, high ceilings, original fireplaces and the impressive heavily timbered top floor all evoke the elegance and refinement of a bygone era, while framing breathtaking views across the surrounding vineyards. Lovingly restored by the current owners, the estate now offers extensive and versatile accommodation, including the principal manor house, two independent cottages and a spectacular vaulted reception space ideal for weddings, celebrations, events, yoga or business ventures (subject to authorisations). The property is perfectly designed for both relaxed family living and large-scale entertaining. Outside, the beautifully arranged grounds are equally impressive. A superb 12.5m x 5m swimming pool is accompanied by a covered terrace and summer kitchen, creating an idyllic setting for long summer gatherings. A charming courtyard, traditional barns and a working well further enhance the authenticity and functionality of the estate. The surrounding countryside is amongst the most beautiful in south-west France, dotted with picturesque villages and rolling vineyards. Everyday amenities can be found just 4 km away, while the vibrant spa town of Jonzac, with its cafés, restaurants, shops and railway station, is only 10 minutes away. The Atlantic coast can be reached in around 40 minutes, and Bordeaux airport is less than an hour’s drive. A rare and distinguished property offering charm, scale and exceptional lifestyle potential in one of the most sought-after areas of south-west France.

Beaux Villages is honoured to present this beautiful manor house estate, just outside of the thriving town of St. Jean D'Angely. Entering via a majestic driveway, the grand gateway reveals a breathtakingly stunning historical property with landscaped grounds, augmented by a large swimming pool. The interior of this property is no less magnificent, boasting generously sized light living spaces with high ceilings, exposed beams and stone work and original features. Lovingly and tastefully restored to its former glory by its current owners, it captures a sense of refined sophistication, whilst retaining a true sense of traditional French character. The property has a large modern kitchen, formal dining room, living room, office, gym, games room, summer kitchen, laundry and 8 bedrooms in total, 6 of which are ensuite. Having previously been run as a bed and breakfast, this property offers great potential for use as a B&B or holiday rental (subject to the necessary permissions), or as a large and comfortable family home. The grandeur of this property and quality of finish are a rare find, so don't miss out and contact us now for more information or to book a viewing before it's too late. Price including agency fees : 954 000 € Price excluding agency fees : 901 530 € Buyer commission, tax included: 5.5%

Barnes Propriétés et Châteaux is offering for sale this beautiful property in the Poitou region, situated just 20 minutes south of Poitiers (TGV station and airport). Set in the countryside, without being isolated, and less than 5 minutes from a village offering essential amenities. The property comprises a manor house built around 1835, now offering 328 m² of living space, its outbuilding and a large park of approximately 2 hectares planted with listed trees and featuring a swimming pool. The house has undergone high-quality restoration over the last 20 years and is now a comfortable family home that perfectly combines authentic period features with modern comforts. The ground floor features spacious living areas opening onto the grounds, whilst the first floor comprises no fewer than 6 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. The convertible attic offers significant potential for extension. If you are looking for a family home full of character in a peaceful setting, this property will charm you with its quality and authenticity. Please do not hesitate to contact us for further information. This property is presented by Jan Erik ALDERLIESTE ENERGY RATING: C CLIMATE RATING: B Estimated annual energy costs for standard use: €2,995 to €3,444 Reference year for energy prices used to calculate the estimate: 2021 "Information on the risks associated with this property is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv"

Barnes Properties and Castles offers you the opportunity to acquire this beautiful Poitevin master house in Vienne (86), near Lencloître, along with its two independent houses, an indoor swimming pool, and its 5-hectare grounds.A harmonious and quality ensemble that has undergone a restoration in accordance with heritage preservation standards by the Fondation du Patrimoine.The buildings are arranged around a large gravely and flowered courtyard accessed through a wrought iron gate.The main house, typically Poitevin, features approximately 180 m² of living space over two levels. It is topped with an ancient flat tile roof and has lime-coated facades. The cornerstones, cornices, and window frames are made of limestone.The two independent houses of 75 m² and 140 m² (previously operated as class 4 guesthouses until 2022, license to be renewed) ideally expand the living area and are sold fully furnished and equipped.Several other outbuildings complement this charming ensemble, including garages, a covered area, a 36 m² room, and a magnificent barn converted into a heated indoor swimming pool.The land extends over a little more than 5 hectares encompassing a courtyard, park, and farmland.All amenities in Lencloître (5 min). TGV station in Châtellerault (25 min).Property in very good condition. No work needed. Ideal for accommodation activities.Energy class: D - Climate class: D / Estimated annual energy costs for standard use: €2202 - €2978 (reference year for energy prices used for the estimate: 2021)Well presented by Jan Erik ALDERLIESTE +33665591211Detailed file available upon request.Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.frThis description has been automatically translated from French.

Discover this charming Manoir 20 km from Royan, an exceptional property for which I immediately fell in love, nestled in the authentic village of Nieulle at the heart of the Marais de la Seudre. This character manor combines old-world charm, generous volumes, and exceptional potential for all your projects. The main manor house includes 6 bedrooms, 2 spacious living rooms (one measuring 43 m²), 1 dining room of 31 m², 1 French billiards room of 35 m², and an equipped kitchen. A entire wing of the manor offers a 50 m² room ideal for hosting, organizing meetings, creating a wellness space, or developing a professional project. Another wing of more than 150 m² accommodates 3 additional bedrooms with living areas. The estate is complemented by an independent 3-bedroom guesthouse for friends, several reception rooms, a large 59 m² barn, a 35 m² workshop, a 32 m² cellar, a garage for 4 vehicles, and covered shelters. In total, more than 550 m² of livable space spread across several building structures. The enclosed 5,153 m² grounds offer a remarkable green setting: 10×5 m chlorine pool, magnificent landscaped garden, bamboo grove, vegetable garden, orchard, and a well that can supply the entire house and pool. Located at the heart of the Brouage–Oléron–Royan triangle, just 25 minutes from the beaches of Royan and Île d'Oléron, this estate supports various uses: vacation rentals (gîtes), guest rooms, family or professional events, or a prestigious family residence. A rare haven of peace in a preserved natural setting. This property truly touched me with its authenticity and infinite possibilities.

Barnes Properties and Châteaux offers for sale this former fortified farm whose origins date back to the 17th century. 25 minutes from the city of Poitiers (TGV and airport), and just a few minutes from a vibrant small town offering all amenities. The property features a complex of buildings arranged around a courtyard and surrounded by moats. Only the dovecote, listed in the additional inventory of historical monuments, stands outside the enclosure. While the main residential house dates from the 19th century and replaced the former dwelling, the buildings to the north of the enclosure have remained authentic and still date from the 17th century. They house an old bakery, a former dwelling, and a square tower. The overall look is harmonious and displays a lot of character. The master house has a living area of 205 m² spread over 3 levels. It is topped by a high slate roof pierced with dormers. Two small extensions to the north and south complete the central body. On the ground floor: entrance with the main staircase, living room with parquet flooring and an insert fireplace, dining room with a 17th-century fireplace and stairs leading to a room above used as an office. On the other side of the entrance, fitted kitchen with fireplace, laundry room, toilet, and a small staircase leading to a second office. On the 1st floor of the main body: landing, a bedroom with dressing room, a second bedroom, a hallway used as a library, a shower room with toilet. On the second: a landing distributes 2 bedrooms under the frame and a bathroom with toilet. The outbuildings are numerous and could be suitable for various projects. The land extends over 1.2 hectares and consists of the courtyard, the moats, and some grassy plots. Detailed file available upon request. Energy class: D - Climate class: D / Estimated amount of annual expenses: €3970 and €5440 (reference year of prices 2021). Well presented by Jan Erik ALDERLIESTE "Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr"This description has been automatically translated from French.

A manor house, two gites and outbuildings in 8 hectares of wooded grounds in a village, 30 minutes from Poitiers. A small country road runs alongside the property wall to a gate enhanced by two pillars supporting an imposing, sober iron gate. Once past the entrance, two houses appear on either side, each with its own private outdoor space, and further on, there are outbuildings. The manor house is revealed next, followed by the grounds. The main building dates back to the last years of the 18th century, the Directoire period. A wing and stairway tower were added at the beginning of the 20th century copying the original style. A bossed arch on the facade highlights the entrance, which is topped by a balcony. Pedimented dormer windows have been added to the concave Mansard roof on the manor house. The wing has a four-sided slate roof. Render has been applied to all of the facades and the corner ties and window frames are ashlar. Under the 20th century wing, there is a cellar which is accessible from the outside. The two guest houses, situated at the entrance to the estate, one with a small private courtyard and the other with a garden area, are the same style, with stone dressings and canal tile roofs.

A 19th-century manor house with outbuildings and six hectares of grounds in a protected natural zone where France’s Charente, Charente-Maritime and Deux-Sèvres departments meet. The grounds are located just south of a hamlet. The dwellings in this hamlet border the property’s northern meadows. The manor house faces south-west and looks out at a tree-dotted space. On each side of the manor house, two long buildings form a U shape with the main house. Two towers with pointed cone roofs adorn the complex on both sides. One of these towers adjoins the northern outbuilding. The property’s entrance gate faces a 150-metre-long drive lined with trees. This drive runs up to a road. On the south-east side, there are other outbuildings: a dwelling with an enclosed garden, farm buildings and looseboxes.

A fully renovated, 18th-century manor house, 10 minutes from Poitiers, in 2-hectare grounds with a swimming pool. A small country road runs alongside the property and leads to its two entrances. The first is made up of an entrance porch with a wooden gate, while the second possesses a wrought-iron railing gate. After the first entrance, there are garages followed by a wing in front of which a patio has been installed. The main residence can be found at the end of this L-shaped building, enhanced by an ornamental garden. The façades of the main residence are rendered, with stone quoins as well as window and door frames, while the wing boasts exposed stonework. All the roofs are made up of half-round tiles, plus the entirety of the windows are double glazed. Between the house and the garages, a pond, into which a stream flows, was created in the 18th century. The garden extends to the rear and below the house, with a swimming pool at the same height as the main residence and second entrance.

Between Berry and Touraine, across nearly 4 ha A 17th-century manor house, its cottage and outbuildings. From a small country road, a heavy gate opens onto an inner courtyard around which the buildings stand. To the west, the main 17th-century house and its 18th-century extension run beneath a roof of flat tiles. The building rises three levels, including one beneath the eaves, above a cellar, and retains several architectural features that recall its original defensive purpose. From the main living room, a glazed door gives onto a terrace leading to a first garden enclosed by hedges and trees. Beyond opens a second, larger plot of meadow with a shed and an orchard. To the north-west of the courtyard, a well stands close to a rural cottage attached to a substantial barn and former farm enclosures. To the east, a further outbuilding houses a garage, a workshop, storage areas and former stables. A last wooded plot extends to the south; bordering the road, it contains a working wood-fired oven.

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!