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.
Aubeterre-sur-Dronne, France, 16390
A successful restaurant with great reputation in a lively village on a river. The property is sold with all the restaurant furniture and the fully fitted kitchen. Terrace, restaurant, kitchen, lots of storage space, garage. On the first floor...
€530,000
Barbezieux-Saint-Hilaire, France, 16300
Farmhouse with outbuildings and garages. Main house 191 m to finish renovating. Fitted kitchen, lounge/dining room of 84 m with fireplace, first floor 3 bedrooms and attic. Shower room with wc, 2 back kitchens, cellar, 5 garages and several outb...
€402,800
Chasseneuil-sur-Bonnieure, France, 16260
Set in a small hamlet just 6km away from the local town of Chasseneuil with all its amenities, this pretty, detached stone property has the added benefit of both a front courtyard and a good-sized rear garden too. The accommodation is comprised of...
€147,150
Beaulieu-sur-Sonnette, France, 16450
A four bedroom village house, fully renovated and move-in ready plus a three bedroom house (to refresh) with barn. Located in a pretty village in the north of the Charente and within a short distance of a number of market towns for local amenities...
€149,875
Barbezieux-Saint-Hilaire, France, 16300
Situated in the middle of its own 7 hectare plot but just a stone's throw from a bustling town sits this beautifully renovated former mill house. It boasts 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms with an amazing living room of 80m2 with underfloor heating and...
€689,000
Chirac, France, 16150
Spacious, cosy, warm, light and bright. This fabulous property offers comfortable living and has the potential to provide income if required. An open plan kitchen/dining area located on the ground floor leads to a rear terrace, ideal for socialisi...
€214,000
Verteuil-sur-Charente, France, 16510
This gorgeous property has been tastefully renovated, with all the character well preserved. It is situated in one of the most beautiful villages in Charente, Verteuil with its very own local shops, bars and restaurants. There are 2 separate access, ...
€381,600
Saint-Coutant, France, 79120
EXCLUSIVE TO BEAUX VILLAGES! This charming stone longere sits in nearly 6000m2 of glorious south-facing, landscaped gardens, all lovingly maintained by its current owners and is ready to move into and enjoy. The whole property is very private but par...
€295,000
Ruffec, France, 16700
This uniquely positioned maison bourgeoise is located in the heart of Ruffec, just a short walk from the market, shops, bars and restaurants. Set in a beautiful parkland garden of around one and a half acres, the house itself needs updating but has s...
€598,900
Pillac, France, 16390
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. P...
€130,000
Champagne-Mouton, France, 16350
This bungalow, with basement beneath, very well located, in a town with shops and amenities, offers three bedrooms and an enclosed garden. In a residential area, walking distance to schools and close to the town centre, the house is immediately habi...
€99,000
Pillac, France, 16390
Pretty renovated village house with garden and balcony. Kitchen and dining room, sitting room, entrance hall, reception room that could be a bedroom, shower room and utility area. Upstairs master bedroom with en suite bathroom, 2 double bedrooms w...
€152,600
Brossac, France, 16480
A deceptively spacious 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom detached Charentaise house with potential to divide into 2 separate dwellings. Comes with a covered in ground swimming pool and a number of outbuildings. All set in over 11.3 Hectares of rolling countrysid...
€450,000
Saint-Séverin, France, 16390
Traditional house of 150 m on a wooded park of 5620 m entirely closed. The house consists of a dining room/lounge with fireplace, a separate equipped kitchen. A large corridor leads to 3 bedrooms on the ground floor, a bathroom with bath and sho...
€283,550
Saint-Claud, France, 16450
We are very pleased to present this immaculate property situated down a quiet lane on the edge of a popular village with all amenities. Fully refurbished by artisans, this property is ready to move into. Walk down the gravelled and walled driveway...
€162,955
Jarnac, France, 16200
Set within easy walking distance of the town centre, the supermarket, shops and restaurants, this 3-bedroom house comes with a garage, a large terrace and a garden. Accessed via a flight of steps, the ground floor offers a living room, a good-size...
€159,000
Alloue, France, 16490
This traditionally styled village property has been renovated to a high standard retaining many original features such as the attractive oak staircase and flooring. The property offers the additional benefit of coming with a separate self-contained ...
€125,000
Saulgond, France, 16420
If you are looking for a property ready to move straight into, then look no further. This very well presented home comes with three bedroom, two bathrooms and a large barn. It also has the opportunity for further extension into the large attic. Th...
€125,000
Hiersac, France, 16290
Nice house with charantaise stones and a garden across the road. The entrance has a nice wooden staircase going all the way to the attic. On the right we have a room (dining room) and on the left the living room with a chimney and exposed stones. Ne...
€152,600
Saint-Preuil, France, 16130
Sitting in the prestigious Grande Champagne area of the Cognac vineyards, this large country house offers wonderful views, a private walled garden and great potential - and it is just a short drive to the well-serviced local town. The main house o...
€349,000
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.