Aquitaine, Dordogne, Ménesplet, France

A31416SAG24 - Situated in the Dordogne countryside near Montpon-Ménestérol, this substantial former vineyard estate offers generous living space, authentic character and exciting lifestyle or hospitality potential.

The property forms one entirely independent ensemble, comprising the elegant main house positioned to the left, a large central barn and two independent gîtes extending to the right. This practical configuration allows owners and guests to enjoy both privacy and flexibility, making the property particularly well suited to tourism or multigenerational living projects.

Set within mature grounds with a swimming pool and several outdoor areas for relaxing and entertaining, the estate enjoys a peaceful setting while remaining within easy reach of Bergerac, Bordeaux and Saint-Émilion.

The main residence offers approximately 350 m² of living space with generous proportions throughout. While some refreshing would now be beneficial, the house retains considerable charm and numerous original features.

The ground floor includes a grand entrance hall, a spacious kitchen, a dining room with fireplace opening onto the terrace, a bright living room, a cosy lounge with fireplace, a winter garden, a large laundry room, WC and an impressive master suite complete with dressing room and en-suite bathroom.

Upstairs, wooden flooring runs throughout six generous bedrooms, four of which feature private sinks, alongside a shared shower room and WC.

The two renovated and operational gîtes are ready for immediate use:

Gîte 1 (approximately 70 m², sleeping 6 guests) offers a bright living area with equipped kitchen, shower room, WC and outdoor seating area.

Gîte 2 (approximately 90 m², sleeping 8 guests) features a spacious open-plan living area, kitchen, three bedrooms including two with en-suite showers, an additional shower room, separate WC and a terrace overlooking the pool.

A major asset of the property is the impressive 250 m² barn, offering excellent potential for storage, workshops, artist studios, classic vehicle collections, hospitality projects or future conversion (subject to necessary permissions).

Additional features include:

modern biofuel heating system installed in 2022
three separate entrances
private parking
electric hot water systems
shops, train station, medical services and motorway access within approximately 10 minutes

Work to consider includes replacement of doors and windows with double glazing (quotation available) and updating of the septic system.

Whether envisioned as a spacious family home with income potential, a gîte business, chambres d’hôtes, wellness retreat or hospitality project, this versatile estate offers an excellent opportunity to create a rewarding lifestyle in a sought-after area of south-west France.

Combining generous volumes, authentic charm and commercial potential, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial country property in the Dordogne.