SAINT COUTANT, Charente 79120

Nestled in the heart of a magnificent landscaped plot of more than 8,400 m2, out of sight, this remarkable country property offers a rare alliance between the timeless charm of a historical heritage and the comfort of a high quality contemporary renovation. Dating from at least the end of the seventeenth century, this old farmhouse has a particularly rich and perfectly documented history. The General Inventory of Cultural Heritage of the Ministry of Culture indicates that it belonged to Alexis Marsault, esquire, sieur de la Cailletière, member of an important family of Poitou, mayor of Niort from 1681 to 1685 and King's Councillor during the reign of Louis XIV. Sold as a national asset in 1798, in the aftermath of the French Revolution, the property has continued its history until it has become an elegant residence of character. Over the past twenty years, the current owners have carried out a complete restoration, respectful of the original architecture and carried out with remarkable care. The old materials have been carefully preserved: period stone slabs, exposed beams, imposing stone fireplaces and traditional masonry give the whole a rare authenticity, while offering the comfort expected of a luxury residence. The real heart of the house, the superb 45 m2 living room brings together a kitchen, dining room and living room in a vast space bathed in light thanks to large bay windows opening onto the garden. Designed for a convivial family life as well as for entertaining, this room offers a remarkable continuity between the interior spaces and the surrounding landscape. A hallway also leads to a laundry-boiler room, separate toilets and an adjoining garage. Equally attractive, the 45 m2 reception room reveals all the elegance of the house with its remarkable original stone floor, its exposed beams and its majestic old fireplace, creating a warm and refined atmosphere. The ground floor also includes a spacious master suite with en-suite bathroom and toilet, as well as an independent office, ideal for teleworking or as a reading area. Upstairs, a large landing distributes three beautiful double bedrooms, completed by two comfortable bathrooms, offering a space perfectly suited to family life as well as to welcoming guests. The outbuildings are another major asset of this property. Adjoining the house are two authentic stone barns, one of which still retains its original bread oven, offering remarkable potential for development or restoration, subject to the necessary permissions. On the other side of the charming gravelled courtyard is a third independent barn as well as a large open courtyard, directly overlooking the terrace and semi-inground swimming pool, creating an ideal setting for alfresco dining and long summer evenings. The landscaped gardens, perfectly maintained, surround the property and guarantee absolute privacy. Lawns, mature trees, flower beds, and wooded areas make up a peaceful environment where colors and blooms are renewed with the seasons. Despite this bucolic and unspoilt setting, the property benefits from a particularly convenient location in the sought-after commune of Saint-Coutant, in the south of the Deux-Sèvres. The charming market towns of Lezay and Melle, offering shops, restaurants, schools and all the daily services, can be reached in just a few minutes. The property also benefits from excellent transport links. Poitiers, with its international airport and TGV station quickly connecting Paris and major French cities, can be reached in less than an hour, while La Rochelle and the Atlantic coast can be reached in about an hour and a half. Combining a remarkable history, a renovation of exceptional quality and a preserved natural setting, this elegant residence of character will seduce heritage lovers in search of a prestigious family residence, a refined country house or a unique place to live in the heart of one of the most beautiful countryside in the south of the Deux-Sèvres.