A40749NJH16 - A beautiful and authentic country house, renovated with taste, located in a quiet hamlet in the commune of Ecuras in the eastern Charente.

This former 19th century stone barn and small house has been very carefully and completely renovated to create a spacious and comfortable house with over 230m² habitable space. High quality materials have been used while respecting Charentaise authenticity to create an interior that successfully blends charm and modern comfort.

Located on a large plot of land of 1.12 hectares, the property benefits from a vast private outdoor space that allows one to enjoy the peace and quiet of the French countryside.


The interior offers:

On the ground floor:

- large open plan living space of 75m²,with double height ceiling, that includes a fully equipped modern kitchen, living room and dining area. Boasts a travertine floor, large wortktops in precious wood, underfloor heating and plenty of natural light from the large windows and glazed doors.

- master bedroom suite of 30m² with bathroom of 14m² and walk-in Italian style shower.

- guest bedroom/ home office of 18m².

- utility/ laundry room of 8m²

- separate lavatory.


A sturdy staircase of iron and wood leads to the first floor that includes:

- large mezzanine of 32m²that overlooks the ground floor and offers access to a roof terrace of 20m².

- two spacious bedrooms of 18.5m² and 25m² floor space.

- family bathroom of 14m² floor space comprising modern walk-in Italian style shower and double sinks.

- separate lavatory.


The staircase and the kitchen have been done in Iroko (West African teak) with the rest of the woodwork and doors are solid oak. The facade and gravel driveway have also just been recently done.

Heating is provided by a reversible heat pump and Canadian well that powers the ground floor underfloor heating and ensures even temperature regulation. Modern, energy-efficient electric radiators are used on the first floor and certain ground floor areas. Hot water is from a thermodyamic tank.

All windows have modern, double aluminium glazing and there is also a double flow CMV ventilation system to regulate interior humidity. The house also has a fibre optic internet connection and the septic tank functions perfectly.

Outside, the attached plot of land of 1.12 hecatres offers a lightly wooded private space. There is a dome workshop of 220m² that is insulated and has water and electricity connections - an ideal space for DIY enthusiasts, craftsmen or artists or could simply be used for storage. If not required, if can be esaily taken down.

What I like personally the most about this property is:
- the spacious and bright open plan living space with double height ceiling.
- the excellent energy-efficiency rating of 'double A' (very rare for rural France).
- the fantastic renovation with high quality materials to create a great mix of old Charentaise charm and modern functionality.
- easy access to the local international golf course and full amenities in the nearby town of Montbron. .

A beautifully renovated old stone property in a quiet and calm hamlet yet within easy reach of full amenities.