Les Forges, Charente 79340

A spacious and well-presented two-bedroom duplex apartment set within the grounds of an established château estate in Les Forges. Surrounded by landscaped grounds and with access to a recently refurbished swimming pool, tennis courts and a 27-hole golf course, this property offers an attractive blend of lifestyle and investment potential. Fully furnished and ready for immediate use, it is ideally suited as a holiday home, rental opportunity, or low-maintenance countryside retreat. Accommodation Bright open-plan living and dining area with feature fireplace Fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliances Two generous double bedrooms Family bathroom with separate shower Private terrace (approx. 7M x 3.5m) Character features including exposed beams New black out blinds throughout New mosquito blinds throughout Dumbwaiter to bring food upstairs from the kitchen, if of course you arent using the private terrace Coffee station on first floor Fibre optic broadband throughout the estate Key Features Located on a chateau property. Full use of all of the chateau amenities and ground floor of the chateau itself which is a beautiful conservatory, terrace with a kitchen area and a pool table. A recently refurbished swimming pool (2026) with upgraded pool house and new solar-powered showers Tennis courts in chateau estate and 27-hole golf course with clubhouse opposite Fully furnished turnkey opportunity Bio farm shop next door as well as a bar / restaurant Approx. 85M² internal space Suitable for personal use or rental income Attractive entry price for a gorgeous lifestyle property in France Location Situated in the village of Les Forges in Deux-Sèvres: Walking distance to golf clubhouse, farm shop, bar and restaurant Approx. 5Km to local amenities in Vasles and Ménigoute Approx. 30 minutes to Poitiers (Tgv and airport access) Ownership & Running Costs The property forms part of a managed co-ownership estate. Service charges: approximately 1,800 per quarter (based on recent actual running costs; budgeted circa 1950 per quarter with annual year end rebates each year over past couple of years bringing cost in line with 1800 estimate) Charges include: Maintenance of the grounds Shared facilities (including pool and tennis courts) Building infrastructure Heating and energy costs - these are paid to the co propriety based on metered readings Excludes exceptional or one-off works which may arise from time to time Rental Potential The property offers solid potential for short-term and seasonal rental, particularly given its location within a golf and leisure estate. Several owners on the estate rent their properties Estimated rental income: 6,000 10,000 per annum, depending on occupancy Typical weekly rates range from 450 to 950, depending on season This provides an opportunity to offset a meaningful portion of annual running costs. Why This Property An excellent opportunity to acquire a spacious, characterful property within a well managed estate at an accessible price point. With recently upgraded facilities, predictable running costs, and strong lifestyle appeal, it offers both convenience and long-term value.