€560,000

A unique and spacious home, brimming with charm and character, set within private, mature grounds. This property is perfectly configured as an expansive family residence, a luxurious B B/gite business, or a superb lock-up-and-leave base. Its highly sought-after location offers exceptional connectivity: only 10 minutes from Surgères TGV station and a 30-minute drive to the Atlantic coast and La Rochelle. The ground floor is designed for generous entertaining and comfort: The main L-shaped Kitchen forms the social hub, providing access to various areas, including the stunning heated indoor swimming pool. It connects seamlessly to the rear entrance and a charming first lounge featuring a cosy wood burner set in a beautiful stone fireplace. A central dining room, with an attractive tiled floor, hosts the wooden staircase to the first floor. Adjacent is a truly exceptional large leisure Room (currently a bar/social room) distinguished by a huge open fire, double front doors, side access, and a mezzanine level above. A second lounge near the main front entrance offers a peaceful, dedicated space for relaxation. Bedroom 1 features a lovely tiled floor and a wood-burning chimney. This floor also includes a shower soom with a double sink and ample storage, and a separate WC. A secondary galley-style kitchen is located to the rear. First Floor: The first floor provides versatile accommodation, including six bedrooms in total: A spacious open mezzanine overlooks the leisure room below, currently used as a light-filled workshop. A separate passageway mezzanine, with integrated storage, overlooks the first lounge. Bedroom 3 features wall-to-wall mirrored cupboards and leads to a generous En-suite Bathroom with a shower and double sink. Bedrooms 2, 4, and 5 offer individual character (including lovely wooden flooring in Bedroom 2) and views, with Bedrooms 4 and 5 overlooking the rear terrace. Bedroom 6 is accessed via a vestibule and boasts its own En-suite Shower Room and WC. A main bathroom with a walk-in shower, sink, and WC, plus a dedicated rear sports room and an additional storage cupboard. The heated swimming pool room, accessed directly from the main kitchen, is a spectacular feature with fully sliding doors that open onto the sunny rear terrace, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living. A small mezzanine overlooks the pool, with the pump room located underneath. Studio Gite: Located privately in the corner of the garden, the self-contained gite offers a combined lounge/kitchen area, a shower room, and a private front seating area—perfect for rental income or guest accommodation. The property includes a garage and workshop at the end of the paved driveway, plus an additional storage/workshop room. The mature, enclosed gardens feature a greenhouse, a charming front garden with an ornamental pond and wooden bridge, and secure parking near the electric front gates. This unique property offers exceptional convenience and potential. It will be sold empty, presenting a straightforward and unique opportunity to secure a substantial home ready for immediate enjoyment.