Poitou-Charentes, Charente, Montbron, France

Simply superb Eighteenth Century country estate in a beautiful rural setting in the lovely Charente countryside, providing privacy, charm and generous living space within almost 3 acres of enclosed grounds.

Ideally situated in the bucolic Charente countryside, this beautiful property includes:

The main manor house (+300m2 living space) blends authentic period features with modern comfort.

The ground floor includes a fitted kitchen with pantry, a spacious dining room with magnificent fireplace and insert, an elegant living room with wood-burning stove, a guest WC and laundry/boiler room.

Upstairs are four spacious, beautifully presented bedrooms, each with its own en suite bathroom, along with a private sauna.

The top floor, currently used as a yoga studio, offers potential for additional bedrooms, an office or creative studio (subject to permissions).

The main house comes with central heating.

An attached barn has been converted into a stylish summer living room with dining area and mezzanine seating, while additional outbuildings include a garage/workshop and wood store.

Centred around a charming courtyard sits the characterful 187m2 guest annexe:

This features a cathedral-ceiling living room with wood stove, a professional recording studio, a second living room providing a cosy retreat for a TV room or private dining, conveniently located next to the kitchen.

Upstairs, two large bedrooms share a bathroom.

Several small outbuildings flank the courtyard, one even housing an intact bread oven.

The annexe retains beautiful exposed beams and benefits from double glazing and an energy efficient heat-pump.

The grounds combine woodland, lush lawns and flower beds. A 10mX5m swimming pool is discreetly tucked away to the side of the beautifully landscaped garden.

Located on the edge of a quiet village, this exceptional estate perfectly captures the charm and tranquillity of the French countryside.

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