Ref 4746: Large 311-acre estate for sale near Thouars with manor house and outbuildings

Quiet, undisturbed, secluded, close to amenities, the 311-acre estate spans three municipalities in the Deux-Sèvres department. Much of it borders the banks of the Argenton river, over which the owner has built a bridge connecting the farm tracks that form a beautiful whole.

A 200-metre asphalt driveway leads to the entrance gate.

Beyond the gate lies the heart of the estate: a manor house dating back to the 14th century.

Built on a slight promontory overlooking the banks of the Argenton, it offers extensive views of the property, the river and the grasslands of the adjoining farm.

At the rear, the sloping grounds meet the tree-lined banks of the river. A bridge crosses the river and provides access to the other bank, where the estate continues.

Carefully restored in 1975, the manor house not only enjoys an exceptional location, but also offers comfort and amenities that have been discreetly integrated, fully respecting the spirit of the place.

With a living area of approximately 556 sqm, the manor house is laid out as follows on the ground floor:

An entrance hall comprising a vestibule and a hallway with beautiful blonde wood panelling; with an OTIS lift (4 people) serving the garden level, the ground floor and the two upper floors;

A living room with an 18th-century Charentais stone fireplace, stretched fabrics and a large bay window opening onto a terrace overlooking the river, extended by a hedge-enclosed garden with an outdoor swimming pool, a pergola and a dovecote;

A dining room with an 18th-century Charentais stone fireplace, stretched fabrics and a large bay window opening onto a small French garden;

A fitted kitchen, equipped with modern appliances and offering plenty of storage space;

An office, accessible via a Vrines stone archway, with a tuffeau stone fireplace and bookcase units;

A terrace/winter garden extending from the hallway, facing north, overlooking the river, with three large bay windows;

A spiral staircase in the round tower, with original stone steps to the first floor, then carved wooden steps from the first to the second floor;

A WC with washbasin and a laundry room.

The floors on the ground floor are covered with Bavarian stone, and the walls are covered with fabric. The oak doors and woodwork were crafted with great skill by master carpenters in the tradition of the Compagnonnage.

The first floor comprises four bedrooms and four bathrooms:

Bedroom 1: three windows including two French windows opening onto the French garden.
Bedroom 2: comprising a small lounge and a mezzanine bedroom (cupboard, magnificent roof structure).
Bedroom 3: stretched fabrics.
Bedroom 4: stretched fabrics, cupboard.

On the 2nd floor:

A reception room measuring 20 m x 5.60 m, divided into two parts by the lift shaft:
- The first part is a large living room with a spiral staircase.
- The other part is a billiard room.

The magnificent exposed roof structure is a key feature of this room, with its 5.90 m ceiling height.

The garden level/basement comprises:

- A beautiful 120 sqm room with a glass bow window overlooking the river, including a 15 m x 5 m indoor swimming pool.
- A sauna and shower.
- A hallway with a small glass terrace (identical to the one on the ground floor).
- A long access corridor (built under the French garden of the dining room).
- A garage for 3 to 4 cars.
- A small cellar.
- A boiler room.

The property includes numerous outbuildings:

A/ The dovecote: to the left of the manor house, extending from the outdoor swimming pool, stands this beautiful octagonal stone dovecote, restored with the same care as the manor house (slate roof and magnificent oak framework). The ground floor is used as a garden/pool shed and the first floor consists of a beautiful reception room under a roof structure measuring approximately 7.50 m in diameter and 5.50 m at the ridge, with a lovely view of the surrounding area (garden, manor house, valley).

B/ The stables: housed in the remains of the old abbey, they include the tower (former bell tower), a tack room, 3 outdoor stalls, 2 indoor stalls, a guest apartment (30 m² living room with a beautiful staircase leading to the mezzanine bedroom, showers, WC and kitchenette) and an underground garage.

C/ The riding arena: located behind the stables, it blends in perfectly with its surroundings so that it is not visible; it measures approximately 35 metres x 17 metres.

D/ The maintenance equipment shed.

E/ The woodshed/shelter with parking to the left of the entrance gate

F/ The farm: it includes the farmer's house, farm buildings and approximately 110 hectares of land.
The entire property is leased for approximately €11,500 per year under a 45-hectare farm lease established in 2022 and expiring in 2046, and a 65-hectare farm lease expiring in 2041.

G/ The entrance house: this rented dwelling comprises an entrance hall, kitchen, living room, shower room and WC; on the first floor there is a mezzanine. Its courtyard and garden contain outbuildings (garage, sheds, workshop).

The property covers 311.99 acres.

The main courtyard follows on from the driveway, and the two gardens to the right and left of the manor house are enclosed by hedges and enjoy views of the valley.

The property also includes a tennis court and an outdoor swimming pool.

The banks of the river are landscaped with walking paths.

The farmland on the other side of the river, including the farmer's house, farm buildings and approximately 271,81 acres of land, is leased under a farm lease.

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