Les Forges, Deux-Sèvres, Poitou-Charentes, France

A spacious and well-presented two-bedroom duplex apartment set within the grounds of an established château estate in Les Forges. Surrounded by landscaped grounds and with access to a recently refurbished swimming pool, tennis courts and a 27-hole golf course, this property offers an attractive blend of lifestyle and investment potential.

Fully furnished and ready for immediate use, it is ideally suited as a holiday home, rental opportunity, or low-maintenance countryside retreat.

Accommodation

Bright open-plan living and dining area with feature fireplace
Fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliances
Two generous double bedrooms
Family bathroom with separate shower
Private terrace (approx. 7m x 3.5m)
Character features including exposed beams
New black out blinds throughout
New mosquito blinds throughout
Dumbwaiter to bring food upstairs from the kitchen, if of course you aren't using the private terrace
Coffee station on first floor
Fibre optic broadband throughout the estate

Key Features

Located on a chateau property. Full use of all of the chateau amenities and ground floor of the chateau itself which is a beautiful conservatory, terrace with a kitchen area and a pool table.
A recently refurbished swimming pool (2026) with upgraded pool house and new solar-powered showers
Tennis courts in chateau estate and 27-hole golf course with clubhouse opposite
Fully furnished - turnkey opportunity
Bio farm shop next door as well as a bar / restaurant
Approx. 85m² internal space
Suitable for personal use or rental income
Attractive entry price for a gorgeous lifestyle property in France

Location

Situated in the village of Les Forges in Deux-Sèvres:

Walking distance to golf clubhouse, farm shop, bar and restaurant
Approx. 5km to local amenities in Vasles and Ménigoute
Approx. 30 minutes to Poitiers (TGV and airport access)


Ownership & Running Costs

The property forms part of a managed co-ownership estate.

Service charges: approximately €1,800 per quarter
(based on recent actual running costs; budgeted circa €1950 per quarter with annual year end rebates each year over past couple of years bringing cost in line with €1800 estimate)
Charges include:
Maintenance of the grounds
Shared facilities (including pool and tennis courts)
Building infrastructure
Heating and energy costs - these are paid to the co propriety based on metered readings
Excludes exceptional or one-off works which may arise from time to time
Rental Potential

The property offers solid potential for short-term and seasonal rental, particularly given its location within a golf and leisure estate. Several owners on the estate rent their properties

Estimated rental income: €6,000 - €10,000 per annum, depending on occupancy
Typical weekly rates range from €450 to €950, depending on season
This provides an opportunity to offset a meaningful portion of annual running costs.


Why This Property

An excellent opportunity to acquire a spacious, characterful property within a well managed estate at an accessible price point. With recently upgraded facilities, predictable running costs, and strong lifestyle appeal, it offers both convenience and long-term value.