Ref number  -      DOM1372

Poitou-Charente – Vienne  - Montmorillon (86500)

International airports at Poitiers and Limoges are both about one hour away.

TGV to Paris (one and a half hour journey) from Poitiers (50km)

Property  description-

DOM1372 – ‘Petite Chateaux’. Edge of charming village. Elevated position. Not overlooked. Delightful views. 4 double bedrooms (2 ensuite).Very good condition. Set in 6.507m2 (1.60 acres) landscaped grounds

Accommodation

4 bedrooms – 189m2 habitable space – 10 rooms

Land area  

6.507m2 (1.60acres)

Vendor’s description

Location: Edge of village, not overlooked.  Region: Poitou-Charente   Department: Vienne.   Nearest Town:  Ancient medieval town of Montmorillon

Highlights

                Edge of village (2 mins walk)

                4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms

                Lots of character and in superb condition

                3 garages          

Utility Information:

               Drainage - Mains

               Electricity - Complete new wiring

               Heating - Gas Central Heating

               Water and electricity supply laid on for swimming pool if required

The property is 7 kilometres from the charming market town of Montmorillon (86) which is part of the Poitou-Charente region of France.

This charming and luxurious property,  known locally as `The Petite Chateaux` is located on the edge of the much sort after village of Journet.  It is situated on an elevated position surrounded by a large, landscaped garden with stunning views  of the village below.    A warm and welcoming home where the old and the new compliment each other whilst still leaving the original features intact.  

3 Large reception rooms, 4 double bedrooms, 3 bathrooms , a study/library, kitchen/breakfast room, large hall/lobby with galleried staircase.

The elegant spacious salon and adjoining formal dining room are the warm heart of this comfortable home.  A Large stone fireplace (with log burning stove) and beamed ceilings are just some of the original features.  The floors are the original black and white granite, beautifully restored along with the old oak panelling in the formal dining room.  Both rooms are south facing.

Off the dining room is the tower room which was originally the library.   This room has fitted curved shelving and panelling  It also boasts an original stone fireplace.  The tower opens out onto a large raised terrace at the front of the house.

Hall/Lobby. A large spacious room with a beautiful old oak galleried  staircase.  As well as the large main windows it has two beautiful ornamental stained glass window and an oak front door.

All four bedrooms are doubles, two of which are en-suite with a further  family bathroom/shower room.  The first floor tower is the en suite to the 4th  bedroom.  This is a beautiful room with a free standing bath in front of a window with extensive view of  the garden and distant village.  It also has a staircase to the upper tower.

Summer room.  A beautiful light airy room with large french windows  opening onto  back garden and terrace.

Utility room - ground floor toilet.

Garages; Three. One enclosed. the other two used to store garden equipment and logs. (Electric cables in place for lighting)

Outbuildings;  Delightful little stone building at front of property - could be playhouse or tool store

Outside Well. Used mainly for watering garden.

Montmorillon and surrounding area - Nearest town.  7 kilometres from house. 10  mins in car.

The charming bustling market town  of Montmorillon is beautifully situated on the banks of the river Vienne.  The village dates back to medieval times with an abundance of old beamed houses and picturesque churches. A beautiful old bridge divides the old cite from the new which is also very charming.  It`s main claim to fame is `Caligraphy` and antique books.  A faire is held each summer in the old cite which attracts visitors from far and wide. There is also an abundance of restaurants,  from simply cafes to fine dining. A Mitchelin starred restaurant is in the nearby  Abby town of St. Savin.   The cities of Poitier and Limoges are but an hour away and Chavigny another medieval town is 20 mins drive.

The town is well served for food shopping etc., with two large supermarkets.  Carrefore is 4 kilometres from the house and  Le Clerc 7 kilometres.