manors for sale Poitou Charentes, France

BARNES Propriétés & Châteaux offers you the opportunity to acquire this beautiful, fully renovated 16th century fortified dwelling, situated just a few minutes from Niort, on a property of approx. 7 hectares. It is located ten minutes from NIORT with its shops, motorway and TGV station with a direct line to PARIS. Poitiers and La Rochelle are only 1 hour away by car. A long driveway lined with two rows of lime trees opens onto the property and leads to the entrance gate. This is preceded by an awning and a stone barn providing sheltered parking. The wrought iron gate opens on to a courtyard, most of which is paved. It is framed by the numerous outbuildings. The dwelling is distinguished by its slightly higher construction, its turret at the corner and the finish of its rendering. The entrance door opens into a vestibule with the granite stone stairway. To the right is a large lounge with a monumental fireplace. From here you can access the terrace at the south end of the house. To the left of the vestibule, the dining room also features a beautiful stone fireplace and an old kitchen garden (the kitchen piano from the period). A small door leads down to a vaulted cellar. The dining room is followed by a fitted kitchen. The first floor comprises a landing/study, 3 bedrooms and two shower rooms. The second floor offers two further bedrooms, a shower room and a television room. The entire property has been tastefully and sympathetically renovated. There are numerous outbuildings, including a shed, workshop, garage and barn. The old dovecote has remained intact. The property is set in a pleasant, pastoral setting of around 7 hectares. Between the enclosed courtyard, the walled garden, the pairies and the woods, the diversity of atmospheres is a real treasure. What's more, the dwelling is set in a dominant position alongside a river, making it easy to take a boat out to explore. This historic property is beautifully appointed. Complete file on request. Energy class: E - Climate class: E / Estimated annual expenditure: €5460 and €7430(price reference year 2022). Property presented by Jan Erik ALDERLIESTE +33(0)6 65 59 12 11 / +33 6 69 41 20 45. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr.

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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!

Discover this magnificent property with its majestic entrance gate that opens onto a beautiful courtyard adorned with an authentic dovecote and 400m² of outbuildings. The main house, dating back to 1764, exudes both majesty and undeniable charm. Inside, numerous authentic elements have been carefully preserved, such as oak parquet floors and wooden beams, stunning stone fireplaces, well-preserved antique tiles, and the unique cœur de demoiselles floor in the kitchen. The dovecote, which adjoins this beautiful residence, along with the L-shaped outbuildings where cognac was once produced (the press and barrel for aging eau-de-vie are still silent witnesses), bestow character and prestige upon this property. The house offers a feeling of exceptional space and comfort. It boasts 7 bedrooms, including an impressive master suite of 40m², and 4 bathrooms. The original kitchen, spacious dining room, and light-filled living room, which also provides direct access to the expansive garden with a pool, add to its unique charm. The property spans 5800m², fully fenced, ensuring total privacy despite its proximity to the village center. The village offers all the necessary amenities, and just 15 minutes away, you will find Angoulême with its TGV station offering rapid connections to Paris and Bordeaux. Easy access to the N10 allows you to reach Bordeaux Airport in 1 hour and 15 minutes and provides a wide range of nearby shopping centers. Angoulême is a lively city, perfect for enjoyable stays and offering activities all year round. You will appreciate the charming streets lined with numerous restaurants and bars, the lively covered market where you can taste local specialties, as well as the authentic old town dotted with historical gems. In terms of cultural events, Angoulême is a must-visit location with its famous festivals such as the circuit des remparts, the comic book festival, the Francophone film festival, and Les Gastronomades. The proximity of such an enchanting city makes life in South-Charente even more attractive!

A beautifully-restored 13th century priory in an idyllic village in the Deux Sevres. Ideally located in the triangle of countryside between Saumur in the Loire valley, the city of Poitiers and the the beaches of the Vendeen coast and La Rochelle. A large and comfortable family home or rental property with 10 bedrooms in total, outbuildings and wine cellar. The property has three separate buildings: the Priory iself, with 6 bedrooms and elegant reception rooms, the tower with 2 bedrooms, drawing room and kitchen and the poolhouse with 2 bedrooms and kitchen/sitting room.. Half an acre of attractively-planted garden surrounds the buildings, with hedges, fruit trees, cypressus, climbing roses, lavender hedging and a swimming pool. Each house has its own separate garden and al-fresco dining area. Set in a quiet, charming village of 200 inhabitants, in a verdant valley with a stream running through it and forest at its edges. All shops and services are available at a town 20 minutes away. The city of Poitiers, 50 minute's drive has an international airport with flights to London, Edinburgh and Barcelona,and the Poitiers TGV station has trains to both central Paris and Bordeaux in less 1.5 hours. 5 minute's away is a small town with has all essential services; well-stocked supermarket, pharmacy, bakery, petrol station along with a traditional weekly farmer's market on Sunday mornings. with fresh local oysters. The property is surrounded by high stone walls and hedges. Set in the beginning of the lush countryside of the gatine where hedges, lanes and pasture and lovely small rivers and forests rich with wildlife delight you. One large wine cellar is situated uner the house.

This elegant property, located in the heart of a medieval village, seamlessly blends history and modernity in an enchanting setting. Its architectural features, refined interior, and peaceful garden make it an exceptional place, ideal for those seeking a residence steeped in authenticity and serenity. Comprising several buildings representing different eras, this residence forms a harmonious ensemble around a tree-filled and flowered courtyard, providing a true oasis of tranquillity. The main house, with an area of approximately 340 m², exudes its original character and beckons exploration with high-quality renovations and preserved ancient elements such as a monumental fireplace, an exceptional Gothic vaulted cellar, a stone staircase, woodwork, and a square tower with watchtower. The ground floor of the main house features a 55 m² living room, a 25 m² dining kitchen with access to the vaulted cellar, a utility room, a boiler room, and a toilet. Upstairs, five bedrooms, a library-office, a bathroom with toilet, and a shower room with toilet ensure a comfortable living space. The second floor, a renovated attic, is ideally suited for additional bedrooms. Upon arrival, the garden, shielded from prying eyes and disturbances, reveals its charms. Spanning 2000 m², the various original plant species create different relaxation areas. Accompanied by an adjoining outbuilding, a renovated summer lounge of 62 m² connecting the courtyard to the garden, an open barn, and a renovated guest house of 100 m², this property provides a harmonious, authentic, and tastefully restored ensemble, where enclosing walls preserve the privacy of the surroundings. Just 35 minutes north of Angoulême, with its TGV station, it offers a quick connection to Paris in 1h50 and approximately 1 hour from the airports of Poitiers or Bordeaux.

A 14th century noble residence, its gîtes, outbuildings, swimming pool and solar power facility, set in almost 4 hectares, between Bordeaux and La Rochelle, 15 minutes from the sea. The entrance is from the south via a driveway lined with cypress trees and lavender. A carport and a parking area between the trees provide space for vehicles. The complex is arranged in a U-shape and opens to the south-west, with the outbuildings facing each other. The noble dwelling, situated at the end of the main courtyard, is flanked by a square tower in the north-east corner, covered in greenery. Next to it, leaving a small passageway to the gardens to the north, stands a longère (farmhouse) stretching out to the south, bordered by a large conifer tree on the courtyard side. There is a small pond surrounded by a low wall to the south-east of the main courtyard. This is enhanced by a rectangular lawn punctuated by two trees. Attached outbuildings on the west side, set at right-angles to the main residence and covered with star jasmine, include a vehicle shelter under a single-pitched roof. They form a counterpart to the farmhouse on the opposite side. The outbuilding to the east has a roof pitch facing outwards from the courtyard, so that it is invisible from the residence or the main courtyard. It is covered with photovoltaic panels and surrounds the swimming pool on three sides. The garden planted with tall conifers extends north of the main building; a small octagonal wooden shed and a vegetable patch behind a eucalyptus tree precede a helipad in the meadow.

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Magnificent 16th century castle in the heart of the Charente Limousin countryside. This pretty property which extends over more than 4 hectares is made up of a 370m² castle, a 160m² cottage, a pond of more than 2000m² as well as several annex buildings including a 200m² barn, garages as well as authentic stables in excellent condition. The castle, with its very harmonious shapes and dominating the surrounding valley, is full of history. Its construction dates back to the 16th century and many lords of the local nobility were born and lived here, in the heart of the lush nature of Charente Limousine. Transformed and improved over time, its facade was notably redone in the 18th century with the appearance of the magnificent tower. Despite this significant transformation, the castle has retained the charm and character of its original stones joined with a beautiful white coating patinated by the centuries. Here and throughout the property, you will have absolutely no costs to incur since all the buildings have been carefully restored and are all in perfect condition. And since the property is sold furnished, all you have to do is arrive with your suitcases. The castle has a large reception room, a large living room, a fitted and equipped kitchen, four bedrooms with private bathroom offering an incredible view of nature, a bright and very pleasant veranda, a very pretty vaulted cellar ideal for conservation of your best wines as well as an office at the top of the tower allowing you to admire the woodwork of the master frame of this work. As for the orangery, it consists of a large living-dining room, a large kitchen, a laundry as well as three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Restored and tastefully furnished, you will appreciate the comfort of this building. Finally, the numerous outbuildings and the 4.3 hectares of the property will allow you to possibly accommodate animals who will undoubtedly enjoy the stables or other stables present. So if you are looking for a luxurious property, without work and benefiting from the calm of the countryside to make it your main residence, your holiday residence or to launch a hotel or gite business, then this property is for you !