Authentic country house, the art of living in nature

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Between Saintes and Rochefort, this characterful 1881 stone house embodies relaxed elegance and a gentle way of life in the heart of a lush garden.

From the outside, the eye is captivated by the superb swimming pool surrounded by vegetation, highlighted by the stone facade with white shutters and a vast veranda bathed in light.

The space is ideal for sharing moments, between sunbathing, dining on the terrace, or relaxing in the shade of the trees. From the main facade, the entrance reveals an authentic and warm charm. The floor, punctuated by magnificent old tiles, some original, others carefully replaced in keeping with the style, gives a real soul to the place.

Opposite it, a solid wood staircase elegantly leads upstairs. To the left, the rustic and convivial kitchen invites family and gourmet meals in a country house spirit. A fireplace accentuates the charm. The dining room, with its exposed beams and insert fireplace, offers a warm cocoon ideal for winter evenings. In its extension, a hallway leads to a bathroom as well as a staircase leading to a mezzanine designed as an office-library corner: a secluded, intimate space carefully furnished with custom furniture, invites you to host a beautiful collection of books.

A large living room, bright and welcoming, enhanced by a zenithal glass roof and heated by a pleasant tiled pellet stove. It opens naturally onto a 38 m2 veranda, a true summer living space, with its stone floor, its openings onto the garden and its direct access to the swimming pool. From spring until the beginnings of winter, this space punctuates the heart of the house, inviting meals as well as reading or relaxation, in a perfect harmony between interior and exterior.

Upstairs, three bedrooms all stand out with their breathtaking views of the garden. One of them has a small, separate shower room. Another reveals a remarkable exposed framework with exposed old beams. On the garden side, the atmosphere changes with each step: a sunny swimming area, a shaded corner under the trees, an old stone watering trough, flowerbeds, and bucolic views from the windows. In addition to the main house, the property has approximately 190 sqm of outbuildings, including a superb Charentais ballet, an open structure made of stone and wood, perfect for imagining summer meals in the shade, convivial events, or a space for vehicles. In addition, there are former stables and a closed workshop, which can be used as a games room, music room, or artist’s studio.

A versatile, aesthetically pleasing ensemble that beautifully complements the spirit of the place. For lovers of the coast, La Rochelle is less than an hour’s drive away, where you can enjoy the beaches and urban entertainment. Lovers of stone and country chic style will find a perfect balance between nature, architectural character and proximity to essential cities: Saintes, Rochefort, La Rochelle. This pied-à-terre appeals especially to families, heritage lovers or lovers of life in the great outdoors close to the coast and amenities.

ENERGY CLASS: D / CLIMATE CLASS: B. Estimated average amount of annual energy expenditure for standard use, established from the energy prices of January 1, 2021: between EUR2,030 and EUR2,800.