La Roche-Posay, Charente 86270

Between Berry and Touraine, on nearly 4 hectares, an old lordly residence from the 17th century, its gîte and dependencies. From a small country road, a solid gate opens onto an inner courtyard that structures the whole property. The various buildings are organized around this central space. To the west, the main residence from the 17th century and its 18th-century extension unfold under a roof of flat tiles. Raised to three levels, including one under the eaves and a basement, the building preserves several architectural elements that recall its original defensive vocation. In the main living room, a bay opens onto a terrace extended by a first garden enclosed by hedges and trees. Beyond, a second, larger parcel reveals itself, with meadows, a shed, and an orchard. To the northwest of the courtyard, a well interacts with an adjacent country gîte, a large barn, and old agricultural enclosures. To the east, a dependency groups a garage, a workshop, storage spaces, and former stables. Finally, a last wooded parcel extends to the south. On the roadside fringe, there is a still-functional wood-fired oven.