Charming 13th Century Castle With Pool And Expansive Grounds

About the Property

Charming 13th-century castle with pool and expansive grounds, located in Vieil Angoulême-Centre Ville, France. This characterful property, built in 1800 and modified in the 15th and 18th centuries, spans approximately 14 hectares and is situated just 15 minutes from Angoulême, a city renowned for its art and history, as well as its TGV train station. Nestled beside a picturesque Romanesque church and a splendid lime tree, the castle commands breathtaking views over a wooded and hilly valley. The estate is enveloped in a verdant setting, with the village and essential shops, including a butcher, bakery, and convenience store, within a mere one-minute walk. Numerous hiking trails are also in close proximity, enhancing the appeal of this tranquil retreat. The owners have meticulously restored the property, preserving its historical character through the use of terracotta tiles, rammed earth, and forged nail-worked floors. The interior journey reflects a rich tapestry of history, from prehistoric times, evidenced by a cave and silos carved into the rock below, through medieval and classical periods, culminating in the romantic 19th century. The ground floor features a kitchen with a terracotta floor, a dining room with a wooden floor and fireplace, and an entrance hall that leads to a shower room and a small bedroom above. A music room with parquet flooring and Persian walnut paneling adds to the charm. The former kitchen has been converted into a bedroom, showcasing a superb fireplace with a rotisserie and hexagonal terracotta flooring. A small apartment on the ground floor includes a bedroom and a mezzanine, along with an adjoining shower room. On the first floor, a wooden landing opens onto a "red bed" bedroom, a large bathroom, and a living room with oak flooring and a fireplace. A library corridor leads to a dining room converted from a former bedroom, which features a small kitchen and an adjoining bathroom. The second floor contains an attic, a bedroom, and additional rooms. The castle's roofs have been recently renovated (2011 to 2018), and the barns have also undergone restoration. The sanitation system requires updating, with the option to connect to the communal network. A charming old sheepfold, comprising approximately 100 square meters of living space, offers potential for various projects, such as a yoga room or guest house. Outbuildings: - Barns on the sheepfold side - Garage and barn on the church side The romantic garden boasts a masonry swimming pool (13.50 x 4.50 meters), built in 2012 and heated by a Zodiac heat pump, with a new high-quality gray liner installed in June 2024. The estate is surrounded by nearly 14 hectares of woods and meadows, featuring a well and a 60 m³ rainwater tank. Location: - 15 minutes from Angoulême - 10 minutes from a shopping area (Carrefour, Leroy Merlin, etc.) Price: €1,166,000 including fees (paid by the seller). Exclusive listing by Groupe Immobilier Mercure. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr