Surgères, Charente 17700

Located in a veritable green setting, this former 17th century seigneury (1643) is an exceptional place that has been pampered by its owners to preserve the beauty and prestige of the property over the centuries. Today, it has the air of a charming house fitted out and decorated with finesse and elegance, like a timeless interlude that leaves no one indifferent after their visit. On one side, the property is bordered by a park with century-old trees of approximately 2 hectares, which offers a prestigious access path to the heart of the place guarded by two imposing plane trees and a vault. On the other, an orchard of approximately 4, 000 m2 on the banks of the Boutonne delimits the property. This facade is guarded by a remarkable cylindrical dovecote surrounded by Virginia creeper, as well as a high stone wall sheltering the door to the garden of the house. Once the imposing wooden door is pushed open, a true bucolic paradise enclosed by high stone walls and various period outbuildings is revealed. The vegetation, the swimming pool, and the buildings are in perfect harmony. This delightful spectacle gives a strong feeling of tranquility and happiness. Accessible from the terrace, the entrance offers a unique view of the design of the place. A row leading to the living rooms features stone, cement tiles, and in the distance, parquet flooring laid in a herringbone pattern. For the walls, a rare and clever mix of freestone and period bricks arouses an appreciable curiosity that invites you to discover this beautiful residence. The kitchen has retained its beams and its imposing fireplace. They are accompanied by a magnificent piano and a stone sink. The dining room, meanwhile, displays its more bourgeois style with moldings and a marble-clad fireplace. Finally, the living room with its many openings is notable for its pleasant volume and the warmth provided by the parquet flooring and the views of the outdoors. Before leading to the upper floor of the house, the splendid stone staircase covered in wood opens onto the linen room. Once on the landing, a first bedroom is now converted into an office enjoying a view of the garden, as well as the river at the front. Just like the ground floor, a wide hallway furnished with sofas and chests of drawers leads to the other rooms. The second bedroom offers a very beautiful volume with direct access to the large bathroom. The latter, with its approximately 31 m2, has both a magnificent bathtub in the center of the room, as well as a shower area. Its terracotta tiles and woodwork give it a great deal of elegance. Then comes the largest of the bedrooms (approximately 30 m2) which impresses with its surface area and its light oak headboard. The fourth bedroom benefits from a bathroom open to the room, nicely hidden. In the garden, the main annex building has two floors of approximately 200 m2. The ground floor is converted into a sewing workshop, the upper floor into storage. A former aviary with interesting volumes offers great development potential. A vaulted cellar and a box for an equine companion complete the property. A perfectly maintained prestigious property that will delight lovers of history and beautiful homes in peaceful locations. Surgres, Niort, and Saint Jean d'Angly are the nearest towns. La Rochelle is 50 minutes away. Energy Class: F / Climate Class: F. Estimated average annual energy expenditure for standard use, based on 2021 energy prices: between Eur6, 850 and Eur9, 310. Full photo report on our Espaces Atypiques Charente-Maritime website. Contact: Emile Sourice - Commercial Agent (Ei) - Rsac La Rochelle n904 100 823