Search a charming range of property for sale in Charente, a green and sunny department in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine — world-famous for cognac. If you love the luscious French countryside, these homes and houses are for you, including property for sale in the Charente Dordogne border.
Verteuil-sur-Charente, Charente, France, 16510
This beautiful 4-bedroom village property has been fully renovated. It's situated in one Verteuil, one of the most beautiful villages in the Charente and has shops, bars and restaurants within walking distance. There's a pretty courtyard to the back....
€381,600
Nanteuil-en-Vallee, Charente, France, 16700
This beautiful 3-bedroom farmhouse is immaculately presented and manages to strike the perfect balance between the traditional and the contemporary. The property has lovely panoramic views, a large garden, summer kitchen and no near neighbours....
€429,000
Mareuil, Charente, France, 16170
Originally built for the local notaire, this fine example of a Charentaise village house is in a region known for its cognac and chocolates. The area is filled with villages, farms and churches, not to mention vineyards....
€599,000
Confolens, France, 16500
Ground floor: entrance hall leading to kitchen-cellar, living-dining room with fireplace, bedroom, bathroom, toilet. First floor: landing leading to three spacious bedrooms, bathroom and toilet. Basement: two other rooms, laundry room, two-car gara...
€318,000
Sainte-Sévère, Poitou-Charentes, France, 16200
Discover this charming stone character property just 15 minutes from Cognac, nestled in a peaceful and serene setting. Surrounded by an enclosed wooded park, this home offers spacious accommodation and a welcoming atmosphere from the moment you s...
€434,600
Aigre, France, 16140
At the entrance of a charming small town in Charente, this house full of potential has been divided into two distinct spaces that only need to be combined again to become an ideal place for a family with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms (subject to necessa...
€224,700
Brossac, France, 16480
We are pleased to present this beautiful village stone house dating from the 17th century. The house sits opposite the village church (not used but lit at night) and the castle. What a magical view! Chalais with all the amenities and railway stati...
€269,000
Villebois-Lavalette, France, 16320
We are pleased to present this beautiful property from the 16th century that has appeared on several books on the Charente region. Minutes away from the Perigord Vert, this magnificent logis comprises of: approximately 500m2 of outbuildings arran...
€235,000
Cognac, France, 16100
This house, built in 1932, offers the perfect canvas for renovation enthusiasts looking to breathe new life into this sleeping beauty. Period architectural features such as windows, doors, parquet floors, moldings and high ceilings are a testamen...
€235,400
Sigogne, France, 16200
This nice character property is located on the edge of the village within walking distance of the village restaurant and commerce. On the ground floor is the entrance with on the left a bedroom with an ensuite bathroom. On the right side of the en...
€371,000
Mornac, France, 16600
Exceptional opportunity! This magnificent, recently built, bungalow offers 180m of living space and 4 bedrooms, including a master suite. This residence will win you over with its top-of-the-range features, including a heated conservatory and double...
€318,000
Mansle, France, 16230
This renovated townhouse is situated in the picturesque riverside town of Mansle, and close to all the necessary amenities. On the ground floor, there is a living space with a mezzanine and a shower room/WC, as well as access to a large cellar. ...
€125,350
Bourg-Charente, France, 16200
This beautiful Charentaise property is strategically situated close to essential amenities there is a boulangerie in the village and the town of Jarnac is just 5km. It provides a balance of seclusion and accessibility. It has been sympathetically r...
€405,980
Jarnac, France, 16200
South-facing home ideal for a family centrally located in Jarnac with nice views of the neighbourhood and their gardens. It has a very private feel to it. Very quite street is invisible due to an adjoining stone wall and a large sliding gate. Wi...
€126,500
Ruffec, France, 16700
This is a spacious 3-bedroom bungalow situated in a charming village, just five minutes away from the market town of Ruffec, which has all the necessary amenities. The house features a beautiful veranda at the entrance, which serves as a perfect ...
€214,000
Barbezieux-Saint-Hilaire, France, 16300
This L-shaped farmhouse is ideally situated just a stone's throw from the town of Barbezieux. At the right-hand end is a Charentaise house in need of renovation with a floor surface area of 90 m and a convertible attic (subject to necessary permiss...
€151,200
Gensac-la-Pallue, France, 16130
This Charentaise house, a true family cocoon, awaits you just 5 minutes from Cognac. As soon as you enter, you'll be greeted to the ground floor featuring a fully equipped kitchen, a dining room and a living area with a fireplace, ideal for conviv...
€306,000
Confolens, France, 16500
Discover the allure of this historic townhouse in Confolens, seamlessly blending original charm with modern comfort. The cozy lounge with a wood-burning stove opens into a spacious kitchen-dining area, perfect for entertaining. On the first floor,...
€249,000
Aubeterre-sur-Dronne, France, 16390
An ideal lock up and leave holiday house with sunny garden and cave. The house comprises a kitchen/ /diner with wood burning stove, living room with balcony, bedroom which also opens to the balcony, shower room. Downstairs are a further 2 rooms that ...
€130,800
Charente is a department in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, named after the winding Charente River.
The Charente is home to 350,000 people, with over 40,000 of residents living in its prefecture, Angoulême, which overlooks the river. It’s the fourth most popular department among British buyers too, who are attracted to Charente for its warm air, picturesque landscapes, sandy coast and up-and-coming wine region.
The Charente is north of Bordeaux and south of Nantes. It’s a popular alternative to the verdant Dordogne as both regions have lots of rolling hills, authentic French villages, and offer variety when it comes to properties.
Charente enjoys a pleasant climate, with mild winters and relatively warm summers. La Rochelle enjoys 2250 hours of sunshine, second only to the French Riviera. Snowfall is rare in winter and the summer-to-autumn transition is said to be when the department is at its best. Expect a gentle breeze from the coast and regular sun.
The Charente coastline is populated with many beaches and ports. La Rochelle offers a refreshing mix of Renaissance-inspired architecture and small-town charm. The islands Noirmoutier, Ré and Île d’Aix offer an escape from inland life, where long beaches surround the town and tranquillity is the norm.
Over half of the Charente’s economy is generated by exports of Cognac, a small town that gives its name to the popular brandy from which it is the epicentre of local brandy production. It’s a unique spirit that’s double-distilled onsite in Cognac, the Charentais, an area immediately north of Bordeaux.
The Bordeaux wine region surrounds the region of Poitou-Charentes in a large semicircle, making it easy to fetch local wines, wherever you are. The Poitou-Charentes coastline is delightful year-round. There you’ll find both flashy restaurants designed to entice tourists and local favourites, where seafood is often a speciality.
Properties in the Charente are well priced and affordable for those looking for an authentic life in France. Whether you’re after a farmhouse on the outskirts near a popular vineyard, a typical Charente house in an old village or perhaps an apartment in a bustling city like Angoulême – there’s something for every taste in the Charente.
Property prices in the Charente are typical of France. Prices are cheaper than Paris, the south coast and the riviera, and similar to the Dordogne and northern regions.
At France Property Guides, we also have homes closer to the coast in the Charente-Maritime for you to browse if you prefer to live by the sea.
Our expert guides can lead you through financing your purchase of Charente property and buying homes in France, as well as give you tips for living there once you've moved. Our property market news can keep you on top of the latest developments and legislation too, so search houses for sale in Charente and start your journey abroad today.