Vinax, Charente 17510

Magnificent Estate with Popular Gîte. This magnificent estate is ideally located just ten minutes from the charming village of Aulnay, renowned for its bustling weekend market. The property benefits from its immediate proximity to a vast forest, offering countless opportunities for walking, cycling, and exploring nature. The stately manor house, spread over two floors, has retained its historic charm with high ceilings and many original features. Ground Floor: A magnificent central entrance hall provides access to the main reception rooms: Two elegant living rooms. A formal dining room. A spacious, fully equipped modern kitchen. A dedicated office area. A bathroom, a separate Wc, and a convenient storage room. First Floor: The upper floor comprises luxurious bedrooms: A very large master suite with an en-suite shower room and spacious dressing room. Two further well-proportioned bedrooms. A family bathroom. Second Floor: The large attic offers significant potential for creating additional bedrooms or bespoke living spaces, subject to conversion. Established holiday cottage complex. The property comprises five fully renovated cottages, generating immediate and regular rental income. All furniture and equipment for the cottages are included, ensuring a seamless transition and the ability to welcome guests immediately. Accommodation composition: Three cottages have two bedrooms, and the larger cottage offers three bedrooms. Each cottage is well-equipped with its own kitchen, living room, and private outdoor terrace. The estate offers superb communal facilities designed to enhance the guest experience and the owners' lifestyle. A dedicated summer kitchen with a large covered outdoor dining area. A convenient laundry room. A dedicated games/cinema room for guest entertainment. Additional outbuildings offer interesting potential for further development, workshops, or storage. This property represents a unique opportunity to acquire a large character home as well as an established and successful tourism business in a highly desirable natural setting.