Poitou-Charentes, Charente, Verteuil-sur-Charente, France

A46011LAB16 - Nestled in the heart of one of the most picturesque villages in the Charente, this beautiful 19th-century former presbytery has been sympathetically converted into an elegant French Manor House, combining period charm with modern comforts.

Ideally located just 5 minutes from Ruffec, with its shops, supermarkets, restaurants, schools, mainline railway station and easy access to the N10 (linking Angoulême, Poitiers and Bordeaux), the property enjoys an enviable position in the highly sought-after village of Verteuil-sur-Charente.

Famous for its magnificent Renaissance château overlooking the River Charente, Verteuil is widely regarded as one of the region's most desirable villages. It offers cafés, restaurants, artisan shops, riverside walks and a welcoming year-round community, making it equally attractive as a permanent family home, holiday retreat or luxury rental investment.

Offering approximately 238 m² (2,560 sq ft) of living accommodation, the house boasts generous proportions and an elegant layout throughout.

Ground Floor

A welcoming entrance hall leads to the principal reception rooms, including:

Fully fitted independent kitchen
Spacious sitting room and dining room (47 m²) with an open fireplace
Bar area, ideal for entertaining
Large 40 m² office, easily adaptable as a library, second sitting room, home business or ground-floor bedroom
Shower room with WC
Boiler room
Utility/storage room

Large windows throughout provide excellent natural light.

First Floor

The first floor offers comfortable family accommodation comprising:

Principal bedroom with en-suite bathroom and WC
Second bedroom with dressing room and en-suite bathroom
Third bedroom with an adjoining room offering excellent potential for a dressing room, office or nursery (currently requiring renovation)
Second Floor

A substantial attic provides further scope for conversion (subject to any necessary permissions).

Outbuildings & Gardens

Adjoining the house is a delightful private courtyard patio, leading to a dedicated room ideal for creating a spa, wellness area or hot tub room.

Additional outbuildings include:

Summer kitchen
Covered parking area (carport)
Large barn suitable for garaging, workshop or storage
Wine cellar

The property stands within 1,248 m² of fully enclosed gardens, offering privacy, security and plenty of outdoor space.

Features
Character former presbytery
Approx. 238 m² living space
Heat pump central heating
Oil-fired boiler providing domestic hot water
PVC double glazing
Mains drainage
Water softener
Attractive enclosed gardens
Excellent potential for a family home, holiday property or boutique B&B
Accommodation
Ground Floor
Entrance Hall – 15 m²
Kitchen – 20 m²
Sitting/Dining Room – 47 m²
Bar – 4.2 m²
Office / Reception Room – 40 m²
Hallway – 11.3 m²
Shower Room with WC – 5.2 m²
Boiler Room – 9.6 m²
Utility / Storage Room – 16.5 m²
First Floor
Landing – 4.6 m²
Landing/Hallway – 15.7 m²
Bedroom 1 – 21 m²
En-suite Bathroom & WC – 8.9 m²
Bedroom 2 – 17.4 m²
Dressing Room – 3.6 m²
En-suite Bathroom – 7.5 m²
Bedroom 3 – 23 m²
Future Dressing Room (to renovate) – 5 m²
Second Floor
Convertible Attics – 34 m², 51 m² and 22 m²
Outside
Summer Kitchen – 21 m²
Covered Parking – 32 m²
Barn / Workshop – 38 m²
Wine Cellar – 20 m²
Why British buyers will love this property
Charming former French presbytery full of character
Prime location in one of Charente's most beautiful villages
Large family home with excellent B&B potential
Barn, wine cellar and private courtyard
Only 5 minutes from Ruffec and excellent transport links

This is a rare opportunity to acquire an elegant character home in one of the Charente's most desirable villages, offering the perfect balance between authentic French living, modern comfort and exciting potential.