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Property Summary

Impressive 200 year old Maison d' Maitre set in stunning grounds of 2 hectares. The property currently has 2 attached gites, 1 detached cottage, large outbuildings, swimming pool, function room and caters for weddings and other functions. Can be run as business. Viewing highly recommended.

Property Description

La Tuiliere is a 200 year old Maison d'Maitre standing proudly in the middle of rolling green fields & woodland, it's a perfect back drop for those who enjoy the countryside and wildlife. The approach to La Tuiliere is truly breathtaking, and takes you through some of the most stunning countryside in France. The emerald pastures, dazzling streams and magnificent forests stretch endlessly in every direction. The entrance to the property is at the top of an impressive 200 metre tree-lined driveway, passing a friendly horse on the way! The front garden is relaxed/formal and leads through to the venue room, le jardin d'hiver , and features a large attractive covered terrace in its forefront. Le Jardin d'hiver has ornate windows that stretch down the entire length of the room with doors opening up onto the south gardens. Original oak beams and French architecture generates a medieval Gallic flavour, which is enhanced by several murals painted by a local artist. The main house. Impressive with its large reception hallway and original winding staircase taking you to first and second floors. Relaxing living room area is to the right of the hallway, while an impressive dining kitchen with wonderful , open charentaise fireplacewith, is to the left. To the upper floors are 6 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Both the Boulangerie and studio accommodation are attached to the main house and can be incorporated, if wish, into the main structure to provide extensive family accommodation. The Garden cottage. This is a one bedroom self-catering cottage set in a private part of the grounds, away from the main house & other accommodation, giving you complete privacy. It is an ideal romantic place for the bride & groom. It has windows running west to east giving you wonderful panoramic views of the countryside. Also includes a walk in closet and wood burning fire. The view from the large terrace/patio area is west facing and offers you the most amazing sun sets in France. La Boulangerie La Boulangerie is a charming 2 bedroom self-catering semi-detached cottage & sleeps 5 people. It is in the south wing of the main house, with the original bread oven it's just oozing with charm. Just outside la Boulangerie is a covered terrace which is ideal for relaxing with a glass of wine and of which lead to the spacious and light function room, (used for weddings and conferences). Studio Set in the north wing of a the house. Is an open-plan well furnished room with a large arched window, that gives the apartment an incredible view of beautiful forests and hills, which stretch into the distance. Within the 2 hectare grounds of this prestige and elegant building, are outbuildings of which there is a large workshop of 60m2. Barn of 220m2 and covered terrace , 64m2, adjoining the boulangerie and the function room. The function room can be used for weddings, parties and conferences and is a light and airy room leading out onto formal gardens and swimming pool. Other information. Property approx 200 years old. 2 hectares of land with small pond with natural spring. 3 wells, 2 x fosse septique. Underfloor heating to main house and ground floor of attached boulangerie. Central heating is oil and pomp a chaleur. Schools in Area; La Rochefoucauld; Private school; 15 mins drive Montemboeuf; state school, 10 mins Chabanais; state school. 20 mins. At present, income is generated through the Gites & Wedding Business, however, it is also suitable for Yoga retreats, Specialised Holidays, Riding holidays Health & Fitness retreats and Weight-loss Camps etc. WITH TURN KEY GITE RENTAL BUSINESS Fully booked during 2009 and already fully booked throughout 2010. The gites are advertised to holiday makers via Holiday Rentals. All units are also advertised and translated on their French and German web sites. WEDDING BUSINESS 2009 was first year for weddings, Confirmed bookings for 2010 and still taking enquires for last minute bookings for this year. Have firm bookings already for 2011 with a more potential bookings for 2011 to be confirmed this spring. Application currently in toapply for planning permission to convert part of the large barn into a luxury 4 bedroom gite, which has the potential to generate an extra 15,000 euro a year

Location in France

The Charente department is home to over 340,000 inhabitants and is located in the south-east of Poitou-Charentes. The countryside offers a unique and varied environment for walkers and mountain bikers from rolling hills in the east to a flatter landscape in the west. The northern area is wild with deep forests and peaks reaching to over 1000ft. The Charente has long relied on agriculture to fuel its economy. In the 18th Century, however, the department started mass producing its infamous Cognac drink, which proved extremely popular with people from all over the world.
The department is very well situated for expatriates looking to purchase French property here, with great roads down to the Charente and the Channel ports just a short days drive away. The department has access to Poitiers, La Rochelle, Bordeaux, Bergerac and Limoges airports, all within 2 hours. Furthermore, in the centre of the department you will be able to fly from either Gatwick or Stanstead direct to the Angouleme Champniers-Brie airport .
Angouleme is a small yet cosmopolitan city, with a fairly dynamic feel about the place when compared to the neighbouring Dordogne or Haute Vienne. It hosts a lot of events such its vintage car racing (the Circuit des Remparts) which takes place in September , the cartoon festival in January and a great music scene which just seems to get better every year . Both Cognac and Confolens have annual festivals which attract tourists to the area.
The Charente has an immensely varied countryside bordering 5 departments, famous for both its Cognac vineyards in the west, and its Limousin beef production in the east, which in terms of scenery are worlds apart. The valley of the Charente River meanders down from Ruffec in the north through Angouleme onto Jarnac and Cognac. Confolens in the East of the department is situated on the banks of the majestic River Vienne, this area being known as the Charente Limousine, and is extremely popular with expatriates because it looks and feels like the UK. The south of the county which borders the Charente Maritime has a much better climate but less undulating scenery.