Charming bijoux estate with guest house, swiming pool, landscaped grounds and development potential
€638,300
8 bedroom House - 3 bathrooms - 8,728m² land for sale in Charente, Poitou-Charentes, France
Property Location: Poitou-Charentes > Charente > Vieux-Ruffec
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Property Details
MAIN CHARACTERISTICS
FULL DESCRIPTION
Set in a quiet hamlet, this little estate comprising of a large 5 bedroom house with annexe and a 2 bedroom house set around a majestic courtyard with it's own fountain, is just waiting to be discovered by it's new owners. Less than 20 minutes to the vibrant and popular town of Ruffec and just an hour from Limoges airport, it is perfectly positioned for a quiet retreat, a family home or for further development for business potential (subject to necessary permissions).
You won't fail to be charmed by the romantic character of this property as you enter it's grounds. With a majestic tower, elegant fountain and it's beautifully grand arcades, it will try to steal your heart from the moment you arrive!
The main house has been carefully renovated to retain it's original charm, boasting exposed stone walls, wood panelling and original stone fireplaces, whilst improving the property to be better suited to modern day living, there isn't much more you could ask for in a property of this type.
The accommodation consists of a spacious and light, fully equipped, 30m² modern kitchen with a central island, perfect for anyone who enjoys entertaining or has a large family. There is a separate large dining room (30m²) and an equally large living room (30m²), full of character with it's wood panelling and stone fireplace, affording plenty of space for it's new owners to relax and enjoy life in the comforts of a contemporary home.
There are 5 bedrooms in total, one of which is on the ground floor, where there is also a shower room. The 4 other bedrooms are on the first floor and are accessed from the grand 25m² mezzanine, along with a family bathroom.
The guest house, with its own entrance, garden and garage, has a kitchen, living area, 2 bedrooms and a bathroom. On the first floor it has one room, but additional space to create more bedrooms (subject to necessary permissions).
In addition to these two houses there is an additional building of about 200m², opposite the main house, that could be converted into another dwelling if so desired (subject to necessary permissions).
The landscaped park is the jewel in the crown of this fabulous property. Surrounded by nature you can enjoy the peace and quiet from the raised elevated terrace
The landscaped park is magnificent, with its elevated terrace, perfect for admiring the surrounding nature and enjoying moments of outdoor relaxation. There is also a 10 x 5 swimming pool with a retractable cover for cooling down in the heat of the sun.
All in all, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a traditional French estate, full of character and charm, which has so much scope if you wanted to develop it further. Don't miss out and book your viewing today.
- - Habitable Area: 260m² (2798 sqft)
- - Land: 8728m² (93947 sqft)
- 8 bedrooms
- 3 bathrooms
- - Price: €638,300 Agency Fees included
- - Price per m²: €2,455
- - Average price in the Charente : 1122 € /m²*
- - Region: Poitou-Charentes
- - Department: Charente
- - Pool: 0
- - Year Built:
- - Heating: fuel
FULL DESCRIPTION
Set in a quiet hamlet, this little estate comprising of a large 5 bedroom house with annexe and a 2 bedroom house set around a majestic courtyard with it's own fountain, is just waiting to be discovered by it's new owners. Less than 20 minutes to the vibrant and popular town of Ruffec and just an hour from Limoges airport, it is perfectly positioned for a quiet retreat, a family home or for further development for business potential (subject to necessary permissions).
You won't fail to be charmed by the romantic character of this property as you enter it's grounds. With a majestic tower, elegant fountain and it's beautifully grand arcades, it will try to steal your heart from the moment you arrive!
The main house has been carefully renovated to retain it's original charm, boasting exposed stone walls, wood panelling and original stone fireplaces, whilst improving the property to be better suited to modern day living, there isn't much more you could ask for in a property of this type.
The accommodation consists of a spacious and light, fully equipped, 30m² modern kitchen with a central island, perfect for anyone who enjoys entertaining or has a large family. There is a separate large dining room (30m²) and an equally large living room (30m²), full of character with it's wood panelling and stone fireplace, affording plenty of space for it's new owners to relax and enjoy life in the comforts of a contemporary home.
There are 5 bedrooms in total, one of which is on the ground floor, where there is also a shower room. The 4 other bedrooms are on the first floor and are accessed from the grand 25m² mezzanine, along with a family bathroom.
The guest house, with its own entrance, garden and garage, has a kitchen, living area, 2 bedrooms and a bathroom. On the first floor it has one room, but additional space to create more bedrooms (subject to necessary permissions).
In addition to these two houses there is an additional building of about 200m², opposite the main house, that could be converted into another dwelling if so desired (subject to necessary permissions).
The landscaped park is the jewel in the crown of this fabulous property. Surrounded by nature you can enjoy the peace and quiet from the raised elevated terrace
The landscaped park is magnificent, with its elevated terrace, perfect for admiring the surrounding nature and enjoying moments of outdoor relaxation. There is also a 10 x 5 swimming pool with a retractable cover for cooling down in the heat of the sun.
All in all, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a traditional French estate, full of character and charm, which has so much scope if you wanted to develop it further. Don't miss out and book your viewing today.
Vieux-Ruffec-Poitou-Charentes, Charente
Location : Charente
LOCAL AREA
The Charente department is the south-eastern part of the Aquitaine-Limousin-Poitou-Charentes region of west-central France. One of the original 83 departments created during the French Revolution, the Charente is known for its peacefulness, unspoiled countryside and the towns of Cognac and Angouleme. The west of the department is dominated by the undulating vineyards of the cognac area, the north by striking rolling fields and woodland. To the north east is its hills and darkly-wooded forests, filled with Limousin cattle.
www.lacharente.com
Seller
RefRowProperty Reference: 4732a-BVI75396
Beaux Villages Immobilier3 rue Porte des Fontaines
33589 Monsègur
Contact: Tracy Faulkner
Tel: +33 (0)5 56 71 36 59

ABOUT THE AGENT
Beaux Villages Immobilier is an award-winning real estate agency dedicated to helping people find their dream homes in France. Our multilingual and multicultural team provides a personalised and tailored service to thousands of international clients each week.
Founded in 2008, BVI has grown year-on-year and currently operates from over 22 agencies across south-west France, maintaining a strong local presence in many local communities, whilst providing a high level of service and expertise on the international stage.
As France is a highly popular destination for property buyers, particularly in the picturesque villages and towns where many of our teams are based, BVI is perfectly positioned as the first port of call for those seeking to begin a new adventure in their perfect home.
Our expertise within the French real-estate sector, coupled with a genuine passion for what we do is something we share generously with our clients and vendors alike, so, if you are looking for your ideal home, or wish to sell, please get in touch - we’ll be delighted to help
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Seller
Property Reference: 4732a-BVI75396
Beaux Villages Immobilier3 rue Porte des Fontaines
33589 Monsègur
Contact: Tracy Faulkner
Tel: +33 (0)5 56 71 36 59
