SAINT MARD, Ardennes 17700

A unique and spacious house, full of charm and character, set in a private and wooded plot. This property is perfectly configured to serve as a large family residence, a luxurious gîte or bed and breakfast, or a superb pied-à-terre. Its highly sought-after location offers exceptional connectivity: just 10 minutes from the Surgères TGV station and a 30-minute drive from the Atlantic coast and La Rochelle. The ground floor is designed to provide generous reception and comfort space: The L-shaped main kitchen forms the heart of the house and gives access to different spaces, including the stunning heated indoor pool. It communicates directly with the rear entrance and a charming first living room equipped with a cosy wood burner set in a beautiful stone fireplace. A central dining room, with lovely tiled flooring, houses the wooden staircase leading to the first floor. Next to it is a truly exceptional large hobby room (currently a bar/reception room) which is distinguished by a huge open fireplace, double entrance door, side access and a mezzanine above. A second living room near the main entrance offers a peaceful and dedicated space for relaxation. Bedroom 1 has a lovely tiled floor and a wood-burning fireplace. On this floor there is also a shower room with double sink and plenty of storage space, as well as a separate toilet. A second galley-style kitchen is located at the back. An open and spacious mezzanine overlooks the recreation room below, currently used as a bright workshop. A separate mezzanine, with built-in storage, overlooks the first living room. Bedroom 3 is fitted with mirrored wall cupboards and leads to a spacious en-suite bathroom with shower and double sink. Bedrooms 2, 4 and 5 each have their own character (including the beautiful wooden floors in bedroom 2) and offer views, with bedrooms 4 and 5 opening onto the rear terrace. Bedroom 6 is accessed through a vestibule and has its own shower room and toilet. A master bathroom with walk-in shower, sink and WC, as well as a dedicated gym to the rear and an additional storage cupboard. The heated pool room, accessed directly from the main kitchen, is a spectacular piece with sliding doors that open onto the sun rear terrace, creating a seamless transition between indoors and outdoors. A small mezzanine overlooks the pool, with the pump room located below. Studio Gîte: Set in a private corner of the garden, this self-contained gite has a lounge/kitchen, shower room and private seating area to the front, ideal for generating rental income or hosting guests. The property comprises of a garage and workshop at the end of the paved driveway, as well as an additional room used as storage/workshop space. The mature and walled gardens include a greenhouse, a charming front garden with an ornamental pond and wooden deck, and secure parking near the electric entrance gates. This unique property offers exceptional comfort and potential. It will be sold empty, which represents a unique and simple opportunity to acquire a spacious home, ready to be lived in immediately.