Properties for sale in Charente, France

What a spot for this pretty, 3/4 bedroom detached country house set in it's own wooded grounds of around a hectare with its own private fishing lake and not a neighbour in sight. What more can you want? Turning onto the drive you are immediately welcomed by this beautiful chocolate box property with its covered terrace off the kitchen and overlooking the lake. The gardens are a delight, and wooded walks abound in all directions. Internally this deceptively spacious property, which would benefit from some updating and modernisation, boasts 4 reception rooms plus a well fitted kitchen and downstairs WC. Upstairs are 3 bedrooms and a study which currently doubles as the 4th bedroom, a store room and family bathroom. The extensive basement offers 2 garages/workshops as well as storage space. Price including agency fees : 275.000 € Price excluding agency fees : 257.010 € Buyer commission included: 7%

This beautiful small Chateau occupies an elevated position giving panoramic views across the rolling Charente countryside and has a substantial range of outbuildings including a fully renovated 3 bed guest cottage, large garage block, barn and stables. Surrounded by 4.5 ha (11 acres) of parkland and paddocks, complete with 2000m2 carp lake, it offers a haven of peace and tranquility. Yet is just 5 minutes from the local village with shop and bar, 15 minutes from the larger town of Confolens and 35 mins from the international airport at Limoges. With 15th century origins, this lovely Chateau has been meticulously restored to an extremely high standard. Great care has been taken to retain original features tp preserve its charm character and elegance whilst updating to cater for modern luxury living. The renovation has included treating all timbers and adding central heating provided by an energy efficient pellet boiler which serves underfloor heating on the ground floor under beautiful newly Italian stone tiled floors and radiators on the first floor. Briefly the Chateau comprises a large entrance hall that runs nearly the whole length of the house, with doors to the stunning (51m2) grand salon/dining room which in turn has french doors opening onto the beautiful balustraded 20x9m terrace with it breathtaking views. Further doors from the entrance hall lead to a garden room with views down to the lake and beyond, a cloakroom with W.C, a large kitchen with new fitted units and wood burning stove and a further triple aspect sitting room with wood burner. The beautiful spiral stairs lead down to the vaulted cellars and up to the first floor with four luxurious bedrooms all with en-suite bathrooms and the continue to the second floor with feature ceiling and huge attic space. From the attic it is easy to appreciate the quality and condition of the slate roof. The cottage comprises on the ground floor: a kitchen/dining room, a downstairs shower room, a laundry room, a boot room, a boiler/utility room and a large living room with feature fireplace an wood burner. Upstairs is a galleried landing with doors to 3 double bedrooms and a bathroom with W.C. Price including agency fees : 1 034 250 € Price excluding agency fees : 985 000 € Buyer commission included: 5%

This superbly presented high quality property offers 3 light and airy bedrooms, one of which is has its own sitting area and ensuite shower room/wc and the other two bedrooms sharing a large shower room/wc between them. The living area is spacious, light and airy with a central fireplace and woodburner and has a spacious kitchen leading from it. Large windows give access to a very pleasant terrace and garden of just over 800m2 with swimming pool, lovely views over the surrounding countryside and just minutes walk from a popular 9 hole golf course. Price including agency fees : €371 000 Price excluding agency fees : €350 000 Buyer commission included: 6 %

Property consisting of a dwelling, a second house and outbuildings. The dwelling consists of five rooms to renovate (subject to necessary permissions), a corridor and a shower room. On the 1st floor, four rooms and a convertible attic. On the 2nd floor, a convertible attic. Arched cellar. The second house consists of a dining room, a kitchen, a bedroom and a bathroom. On the first floor, a bedroom and a convertible attic. Four small outbuildings. Three barns. Shed. Garage. Bread oven. Outbuilding with courtyard. Stables. Property with potential, ideal for gîte development. Price including agency fees : 392.200 € Price excluding agency fees : 370.000 € Buyer commission included: 6 %

Country house with 4 bedrooms, more than 600m2 of outbuildings and 8000m2 of land. Located in a peaceful location with stunning views, this property has many different outbuildings that could be converted into extra living space (subject to necessary permissions). The beautifully maintained garden sits alongside one of the outbuildings and comes out onto the tarmacked driveway. The property is located a few kilometres from Villebois-Lavalette, and is only 30 mins drive to Angoulême. Price including agency fees : 267.500€ Price excluding agency fees : 250.000€ Buyer commission included : 7%

Lovely villa situated on the edge of a small hamlet, just 5 minutes from the town of Montbron which has a choice of supermarkets, doctors, schools and a number of restaurants and bars. This property offers a spacious living room and separate dining room with patio doors opening to the front terrace, a kitchen dining room and 2 bedrooms, shower room and seperate wc. There is a large attached double garage/workshop accessed by a the hallway in the house, so no need to leave the property, and there is a small barn through which leads to the rear of the property and a small outbuilding. The mature gardens surround the property and it is not overlooked. The property is connected to mains drainage, and has solar panels fitted which heat the hot water all year round. The oil central heating feeds the radiators and there is a log burner in the lounge. This property is ideally situated in the countryside but is not isolated and offers off road parking. Price including agency fees : €162 000 Price excluding agency fees : €150 000 Buyer commission included: 8 %

This 170 m2 house is made up on the ground floor of an entrance hall, a fitted kitchen opening onto a large 57 m2 living room, a back kitchen, an office which can be used as a bedroom, bathroom, shower and bathtub, a boiler room, a wine cellar and an independent WC. Another room with barbecue overlooking the small garden behind the house. Upstairs 3 bedrooms, a dressing room or office, WC. Benefits : double glazing, solar roller shutters, electric gate. Large garage. Entirely closed garden, well, garden shed. Near shops and train station 1 KM away Price including agency fees : 183 600 € Price excluding agency fees : 170 000 € Buyer commission included: 8 %

This superb traditional Longère is a very substantial property offering 340M2 of 4 bedroomed accommodation in the main house plus two further cottages, a large barn and other outbuildings and sits in level pasture and paddocks of just over 7ha with man-made lake. The stunning property has been sympathetically renovated and updated retaining main original features whilst adding the luxury of an indoor heated swimming pool couple with jacuzzi as well as double glazing and central heating powered by an energy efficient heat pump. The property is entered via an electric gate which opens to a large gravelled forecourt leading round to the front of the house with its large paved terrace with stone balustrade and covered Pergola just perfect for alfresco entertaining and dining. You enter the Longère directly from the terrace into the entrance hall from where a door to your left takes you through to the pool/jacuzzi complex and to the right opens to the kitchen/dining room. This spacious room with beamed ceiling, tiled floor and stone walls room has been divided into formal dining area with feature fireplace and a separate fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliance. From the far end of the dining area a door leads into the impressive galleried living room and on to a generous ground floor bedroom. Stairs lead up from the living room to first floor landing with mezzanine and minstrel gallery and a stone archway leads into a corridor giving access to 3 further double bedrooms and a large luxury family bathroom. The property also benefits from a two-bedroomed and a single-bedroom cottage both of which have been recently converted to a good standard. Each cottage has its own separate gardens and access, so offer substantial scope (subject to consents) to be developed as gites, a BnB or a retreat. Additional outbuildings include a garage with electric roller door and 2 further attached barns, one to each end the Longère which, subject to consents, could be developed to provide further accommodation. There is also a huge 320M2 freestanding barn with power and water and the 7 ha of flat, fully fenced paddock and pasture make the property ideal for equestrian use. Situated in a small hamlet less than 3Km from Villefagnan and just over 10 minutes drive from the larger market town of Ruffec with its schools, hospital, supermarkets, bars and restaurants, this beautiful home offers an ideal balance of privacy and seclusion without isolation. Price including agency fees : 627 520 € Price excluding agency fees : 592 000€ Buyer commission included: 6%

We are presenting a prestigious stone-built gite complex, featuring five renovated gites and a distinguished 150m2 main house. Set in a serene hamlet with 7563m2 of landscaped gardens, this property offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern luxury. Main house with a wood burner, exposed beams, and four bedrooms. Five diverse, renovated gites, each designed for comfort and style. Lush gardens with mature trees, fruit trees, and a vegetable patch. Heated in-ground pool, summer kitchen, and ample outdoor entertaining space. Expansion potential on attached land, subject to permissions. Conveniently located 8km from Chasseneuil-sur-Bonnieure. An unparalleled opportunity for investors seeking a business-ready holiday complex in the captivating Charente countryside. Currently run as gites (a future owner may need to reapply for the necessary permissions and business registration). Contact us for more information. Price including agency fees : 636 000 € Price excluding agency fees : 600 000 € Buyer commission included: 6%

Recent detached bungalow on a plot of more than 5000 m2, close to amenities. Possibility of extension (subject to the necessary authorisations). Price including agency fees : 190.460 € Price excluding agency fees : 178.000 € Buyer commission included: 7 %

We are pleased to offer this beautifully renovated property, combining character, comfort, and versatility. The spacious ground floor features a welcoming corner kitchen, a dining room highlighted by an authentic stone fireplace, and an additional adaptable room with direct garden access—ideal as a bedroom, studio, or relaxed living space. Upstairs, the home offers two generous double bedrooms, one benefiting from a private en-suite bathroom. Recent upgrades, including new double-glazed windows, shutters, and garden doors, ensure modern comfort throughout. Outside, a well maintained barn presents excellent potential for conversion into a two- to three-car garage or creative studio (subject to necessary permissions). The mature, private garden is a true haven, filled with vibrant flowers and productive fruit trees, offering peace and seclusion. An independent garden room further enhances the property’s appeal and could be used as guest accommodation or a B&B, subject to appropriate authorizations. Ideally located just minutes from the lively village of Villebois-Lavalette and within easy reach of Angoulême, its amenities, and TGV connections, this delightful home is a rare opportunity for buyers seeking character, flexibility, and an exceptional setting. A must-see property. Price including agency fees : 194.400 € Price excluding agency fees : 180.000 € Buyer commission included: 8%

Old farmhouse in need of updating, comprising an entrance hall leading to kitchen, dining room, storeroom, corridor leading to toilet, shower room, two bedrooms. Large attic. Several outbuildings, barns, cellar, courtyard and garden all on 1064 M2. Price including agency fees : 141 700 € Price excluding agency fees : 130 000 € Buyer commission, tax included: 9%

In a calm street at about 10 km from the centre of Rouillac, this Charentaise property with several outbuildings (8 in total) and a good sized garden could become your dream house. The owner has started renovating. Downstairs is one big open place of 90m2. The rest is up to you : you can configurate the whole property to your own desires. On the first floor the configuration of the rooms has been started, but could easily be altered. There is also a stairway leading to the attic. Outside there are several outbuildings (more than 200m2) and a garden of about 1500m2 Price including agency fees : 194.400 € Price excluding agency fees : 180.000 € Buyer commission, tax included: 8%

A impressive 4 bedroom/ 4 bathroom house with a separately accessible 1 bedroom guest annexe set in a peaceful spot with large well maintained gardens and pool, but only a short walk to the village of Marthon which has plenty of facilities including a cinema! Enter through the electric gates to a large gravelled driveway, where there is ample car parking. Enter the main house into the large fully fitted kitchen/diner. Leading off to the right is a good sized lounge, which has a lovely sun room to the front. Back through the kitchen takes you to a well proportioned double bedroom and a bathroom. Upstairs has 3 generous double bedrooms, each with their own bathroom. The annexe is accessed up some stone steps from the car parking area. It has its own sun terrace from where you enter the kitchen/diner. A short corridor leads to the double bedroom, a large lounge and a shower room. The whole annexe is well decorated and fitted out in a contemporary style. There is a good sized garage which has storerooms adjoining. Outside is a covered outdoor kitchen which has an eating area in the shade of a large tree. Just behind this is access to the pool, which has a retractable glazed cover that is tall enough to allow use when closed in poorer weather. The gardens are large and well maintained, mainly to lawn. Despite the short distance to the village, they are very quiet and tranquil. A very well presented substantial village property with possible income potential (subject to permissions) that offers the benefits of a lively local village but maintains the peace and quiet of country living. Price including agency fees : 495 000 € Price excluding agency fees : 466 982 € Buyer commission, tax included: 6%

Set in a small hamlet, this 4 bedroomed property with historic tower and attached barns sits in its spacious pretty garden with a small pond fed by it's own 'source' or natural spring. The house has been fairly recently renovated and is double glazed throughout and situated within 10 mins drive of a popular market town offering extensive commercial facilities, train station (TGV connection) and schools. Bergerac, Bordeaux airports 1.15 mins. Price including agency fees : 280.000 € Price excluding agency fees : 261.683 € Buyer commission, tax included: 7%

Pretty country house with guest cottage (possible gite business - subject to necessary permissions)and swimming pool. Located at the end of a quiet country lane with beautiful views over the surrounding countryside. The main house has a bright country kitchen and sitting room with stone fireplace. There are 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The renovated pigeonnier, now a guest cottage, has kitchen, living room, 2 bedrooms and bathroom. Both properties lead to the swimming pool with fantastic views. Price including agency fees : 318 000 € Price excluding agency fees : 300 000 € Buyer commission, tax included: 6 %

This charming Charentaise house is situated in a peaceful hamlet just minutes from all amenities and the train line to Bordeaux-Angoulême, (TGV stations). The N10 highway to Bordeaux-Angoulême is only 20 minutes away. The house, in need of total renovation (subject to necessary permissions), features a large attached barn and a generously sized garden, offering numerous options and a blank canvas to business or family projects. A must see! Price including agency fees : 88 000 € Price excluding agency fees : 80 000 € Buyer commission, tax included: 10%

EXCLUSIVE TO BEAUX VILLAGES! This spacious and attractive townhouse offers a variety of features! Located in a quaint village with convenient amenities within walking distance, it provides both comfort and business potential (subject to necessary permissions). The property consists of 3 levels, featuring a large kitchen/dining room with a view of the courtyard at the back, 2 sizable living rooms (one with a wood burner), a study, a laundry room, and storage space. On the first floor, there is a spacious landing and 6 en suite bedrooms, which can be divided into private and guest areas. The second floor includes another large landing, 2 en suite bedrooms, and 2 convertible attics (subject to necessary permissions), providing the opportunity to expand the property if necessary. Additionally, there is a smaller property attached to the main house, accessible both from outside and through the main house's kitchen. It includes 2 game rooms, ideal for social activities, and 2 other rooms that can be renovated (subject to necessary permissions). This additional property could be utilised as a separate guesthouse. Furthermore, a large barn is attached to the property, offering ample storage space with access from both the kitchen and the garden. The property boasts a beautiful garden with mature trees, seating areas, and a semi-inground pool. It also presents numerous opportunities, making it perfect for rental and guesthouse business, or for a large family. Price including agency fees : 360 000 € Price excluding agency fees : 342 206 € Buyer commission, tax included: 5.2%

This large house includes an attached barn and storage room which could be used to remodel this cosy home (subject to necessary permissions). On the ground floor is a living and dining area, with a fireplace and stairs to the first floor. The kitchen is small and practical but the possibilities to extend are clear. 3 double-sized bedrooms all with a countryside view, a bathroom and a separate WC provide a spacious first floor which has a corridor running the length of the floor. Outdoor space provides room for parking and a fenced terrace area with fantastic views. Price including agency fees : 93 500 € Price excluding agency fees : 85 000 € Buyer commission, tax included: 10%

Located in a small hamlet, this very attractive 4-bedroom former Cognac producer's house is within walking/cycling distance of the shops and restaurants of the little town of Segonzac, capital of the prestigious Grande Champagne region of the Cognac vineyards. Set over two floors, the house has plenty of habitable space and also offers potential for further development (subject to the necessary permissions). On the ground floor the entrance provides access to a large living room which in turn opens to a very generous conservatory running along the back of the house. Off the living room is a vaulted wine cellar. There is a second living room / snug / office as well as a very spacious kitchen - with plenty of space for a dining table. Off the kitchen is a second conservatory, a laundry room and a large entertainment room (complete with Cognac still). On the ground floor there is also a WC and a bedroom suite comprising bedroom, bathroom and dressing room. Upstairs a large landing leads to three double bedrooms, a family bathroom and a separate WC. Attached to the house and arranged around the large courtyard to the front of it are a variety of substantial outbuilding offering covered parking, storage and development potential. The mature and landscaped garden to the back of the house is mainly laid to lawn with a number of mature specimen trees, flower borders and shrubs. This impressive house is in a great location, close to Segonzac and just a short drive from the historic towns of Cognac and Jarnac. Properties like this in this area rarely come to the market - don't miss out.