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%

Charming stone house recently renovated. Living room with wood burner, fitted kitchen that leads to the garden. Upstairs are 2 bedrooms and 2 shower rooms. Close to the listed village of Aubeterre sur Dronne with all its shops and restaurants. Price including agency fees : 105 000 € Price excluding agency fees : 95 455 € Buyer commission included: 10 %

This large Charentaise home set on the edge of a small hamlet near Cognac offers generous living accommodation over two floors as well as potential for further expansion. On the ground floor an elegant entrance hall gives access to a living room and a dining room (both with fireplaces). Also on this floor are an office, a large library with mezzanine level, a kitchen, a breakfast room, a service entrance and a store room with WC. On the first floor there are four double bedrooms, each enjoying fine views, a shower room and a bathroom. There is also a large attic space with potential for further development (subject to any relevant permissions). The house sit on a plot of 3466m2. This is mainly left to lawn with shrub and flower borders. To the front of the house there is an impressive covered entrance way (which offers covered parking) and a run of former stables. Beyond this is an enclosed garden. To the back of the house there is a second entrance and a large open-sided barn - perfect for outdoor entertaining or covered storage. Just over the lane is an orchard (1733m2) and there is an additional plot (304m2) which is currently let to the local vineyard. This very attractive property is in a great location just 4km from the little town of Segonzac (capital of the prestigious Grande Champagne vineyards) with its supermarket, boulangerie, restaurants and medical centre. The historic town of Cognac is only 11km, with a wider variety of shops and commerce. Price including agency fees : 498 200 € Price excluding agency fees : 470 000 € Buyer commission included: 6 %

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 %

EXCLUSIVE TO BEAUX VILLAGES! Set on a generous level plot near the historic town of Cognac, this 4/5 bedroom house comes with a swimming pool and lovely rural views. The local village of Salles d'Angles, with supermarket and boulangerie, is just a short drive / cycle. Cognac itself provides supermarkets, shops, restaurants etc. The accommodation is arranged over two floors. On the ground floor a large entrance hall gives access to two large reception rooms, the kitchen, two bedrooms, a bathroom and a separate WC. Stairs from the entrance hall rise to the first floor mezzanine landing, off which are two large double bedrooms (one with ensuite shower room), an office / small bedroom and a shower room. Attached to the house is a garage. The garden is mainly laid to lawn and well planted with mature specimen and fruit trees. Next to the house is an outbuilding, part of which forms the pool house for the swimming pool (11m x 6m). Currently used as a second home, this property could make a great permanent of holiday home.

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%

EXCLUSIVE TO BEAUX VILLAGES! Sitting on the edge of the little market town of Aigre, this large house with mature garden is within walking distance of the town centre with its shops and facilities. It also offers the potential for an independent annex or "granny flat". The accommodation consists of a large open-plan living room off which is the dining room / summer sitting room. Next to the living room is a large modern kitchen with access to the garden to the back of the house. A corridor then provides access to an office, four bedrooms (two with their own ensuite facilities), a family bathroom and a separate WC. Attached to the house is an integral garage which in turn provides access to an annex consisting of an entrance, an office, a kitchen, work / hobby room and a large room above the garage. The park-like garden is laid to lawn and well stocked with mature trees. To the far end are a range of useful garden storage buildings. The town itself offers a range of facilities (shops, supermarket, weekly market etc) and the larger town of Rouillac is just a short drive. Price including agency fees : 350 000 € Price excluding agency fees : 330 189 € Buyer commission, tax included: 6%

EXCLUSIVE TO BEAUX VILLAGES ! This charming stone cottage is full of character and located on a peaceful village square, just a short drive from the popular towns of Nanteuil-en-Vallée, Verteuil-sur-Charente, and Ruffec. The ground floor offers a warm and welcoming living space with an open-plan kitchen-dining-lounge area featuring a wood burner. A separate cosy lounge provides a quiet space to relax. There's also a practical laundry and storage room, a downstairs toilet, and a small office. An additional room of around 25m2 is nearly finished and ready to be completed to your taste. Upstairs, the landing leads to two comfortable bedrooms and a family bathroom. The spacious master suite is ready for finishing and offers plenty of space for a large bedroom, an en suite bathroom and built-in wardrobes. Outside, the property benefits from off-street parking, a private courtyard, and a lovely garden with a good-sized shed for storage or workshop use. This is a delightful home with lots of potential, perfect as a permanent residence or a holiday retreat, all in the heart of the Charente. Price including agency fees : 155 870 € Price excluding agency fees : 143 000 € Buyer commission, tax included: 9 %

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 %

Located on the Charente river the village has a primary school, boulangerie, tabac, pharmacy, village shop and post office. A social place to live with thriving community. This five bedroom house, with two bathrooms offers large family living space internally which is complimented with on outside barn, currently with a gym, study, bike store and more. The courtyard to the rear is a fabulous entertainment area and the garden has an above ground swimming pool that has been loved and used. The current owners have had thermodynamic water heating and pellet burner heating installed along with fibre internet connection, this is a great place to work or play. Close to the N10 with good access to Ruffec, Angouleme and Poitiers this property is great as a family home or for holidays. Come and view now! Price including agency fees : 221 490 € Price excluding agency fees : 207 000 € Buyer commission included: 7 %

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 %

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 : 162.000 € Price excluding agency fees : 150.000 € Buyer commission, tax included: 8%

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%

Situated in a tiny hamlet, close to the ever popular Aubeterre-sur-Dronne, sits this delightful 3 bedroom 2 bathroom detached converted farm building, having been the subject of improvement by the current owners, with scope for further improvements and boasting the most glorious of gardens spread over 6000m2 with mature trees and hedges and incorporating a privately placed in ground pool with terraced surround. This stone property has an unassuming frontage concealing the deceptively spacious interior with huge sitting room with vaulted ceiling and an equally large kitchen/dining room with floor to ceiling windows taking in the garden views, both of these rooms benefitting from reversible air conditioning units. There is a store room and WC on this level and 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms on the first floor. There are also an array of outbuildings and garaging with gated access from the lane and fibre optic internet connection so ideal for remote working. Price including agency fees : 230 000 € Price excluding agency fees : 214 954 € Buyer commission, tax included: 7%

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%