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Description

This lovely Chateau dates back originally to 1301. The North tower is still standing. The South tower is from the C15th and the 2nd and 3rd floors were added in subsequent centuries. The chateau has been restored with new plumbing, electricity and adequate hot water heaters, appropriate to the period decoration, fully equipped kitchen and has a new roof after the storm of 2000.

With 14 bedrooms, 15 bathrooms, the property offers fabulous potential. It is in a great location in the Charente Maritime, South of the Loire & North of Bordeaux. It is 2 3/4 hours by the TGV South West of Paris, or by car 4 hours on the A10. The property borders the River Charente and is just 12 miles from the Atlantic coast.

Recent electricity, plumbing & mains water. All bedrooms and common areas have been restored The 19 outbuildings include a stable, chapel, 2 very large garages, a pigeonnaire, 3 apartments and various other buildings

The wine cellar is in the chateau under the elaborate Renaissance stairwell. The park has many trees including Sequoias from America and other 200 to 300 year old specimen trees. Suitable sites for pool and tennis are located in the park. All pertinent chateau and site plans and a history of previous owners are available. Some of the outbuildings still need work. Suitable sites for pool and tennis are located in the park. Set in lovely parkland of 20 acres the estate sets the property off to perfection.