8 bed villa for sale

Gurat, Charente, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

Property Description – Detailed Layout & Presentation

This stunning 17th-century Logis, built in 1650 and located just south of Angoulême, offers a rare opportunity to acquire a historic French estate with exceptional character and potential. Originally part of the Abbaye de Fontevraud, this former working farm once produced Pineau des Charentes and retains many authentic period features.

Set around a traditional courtyard, the property offers over 310 m2 of heated living space and approximately 700 m2 of stone outbuildings, providing remarkable scope for further development.

Ground Floor Layout

The main entrance opens into the extension:

To the right, a corridor leads to the dining room / living room

To the left, the kitchen

A staircase provides access to the first floor

From the kitchen, a corridor leads to:
A WC


An office or bedroom with en-suite shower room

A second bedroom

At the end of this corridor begins the original historic part of the house:

A large old room with beautiful pizzet floors, a large open stone fireplace, and direct access to the courtyard and boiler room

This room leads to an old living room

Followed by the original kitchen, full of vintage charm and character

Off the kitchen is a pantry

Beyond this is a very old shower room, which leads to the original entrance hall with an impressive stone staircase

From the entrance hall, a corridor gives access to the old barrel cellar

First Floor

The first floor is accessible via three different access points (the extension, the original entrance, and externally via the independent flat):

From the extension staircase:

Two bedrooms

A toilet

A large attic space

From the original stone staircase:

A large bedroom

A dark room that could be opened up to connect with the extension’s first floor, creating a unified space

Independent Apartment

Accessed separately from outside, the apartment includes:

An open-plan living room and kitchen

Two bedrooms

A shower room

A separate WC

Ideal for guest accommodation, rental income, or multi-generational living.

Second Floor & Additional Potential

Large attic spaces

An old “chambre de bonne” with exceptional countryside views

Significant potential to further develop:

The second floor

The stone barns and outbuildings, depending on requirements and permissions

Outbuildings & Grounds

Approximately 700 m2 of outbuildings

At the rear of the stone buildings: A long former piggery constructed in concrete

Several roofs have already been reviewed, while others will require attention

Key Highlights

Historic Provenance – Built in 1650 and formerly part of the Abbaye de Fontevraud

Exceptional Volumes – 310 m2 of living space and 700 m2 of outbuildings

Authentic Courtyard Setting – A classic and charming layout

Breathtaking Countryside Views – Peaceful, open rural surroundings

Rare Restoration Opportunity – A unique chance to revive a property rich in history and character

A truly unique opportunity to restore and enhance a remarkable piece of French heritage, ideal for lovers of history, character properties, and ambitious renovation projects.

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