Charming 5-Bedroom Modern Home with Pool in Vienne

Step out onto the terrace on a Saturday morning and the first thing you notice is the silence — not the dead kind, but the alive kind. Birds in the walnut trees, a faint breeze off the Dordogne valley, and the faint scent of woodsmoke from a neighbouring farm. That's Saint-Avit. And once you've stood here with a coffee in hand, watching the mist lift off the rolling Lot-et-Garonne hills, it's very hard to imagine being anywhere else. This three-bedroom stone house sits in one of the quieter, greener corners of Aquitaine — a region most people think they know from Bordeaux wine routes and the Périgord truffle markets, but which holds far more than that in its folds. Lot-et-Garonne is sometimes called the "garden of France," and it earns the name. Orchards line the roadsides in spring. The weekly markets in Villeneuve-sur-Lot and Monflanquin spill over with strawberries from the Garronne plain, foie gras from local farms, and cheeses you won't find behind supermarket glass. Life here runs at a pace that feels deliberate rather than slow. The house itself has the bones of something built to last centuries — because it was. Terracotta floor tiles throughout the ground floor, thick exposed stone walls, and chestnut ceiling beams that have absorbed decades of firelight from the wood burner in the main living and kitchen space. That open-plan room clocks in at nearly 28 square metres, big enough for a long Sunday lunch with family but intimate enough to feel genuinely cosy on a January evening when the burner is doing its job. The dining room opens directly onto the terrace through double doors — the kind of detail that becomes central to daily life from May through October, when you'll eat outside more often than not. The g ... click here to read more

On a clear morning in Vienne-en-Arthies, you open the French doors off the living room and the Vexin countryside rolls out in front of you — soft hills, open sky, not a rooftop in sight. Coffee in hand, the only sound is birdsong and the distant rhythm of a tractor somewhere beyond the tree line. This is rural Île-de-France at its most honest, and it's just 70 kilometres from Paris. Vienne-en-Arthies sits in the Parc Naturel Régional du Vexin Français, a protected landscape of limestone plateaus, wheat fields, and stone villages that feels like it belongs to another century. Five minutes down the road is Vétheuil, the riverside village that captivated Claude Monet before he ever reached Giverny — and you can see exactly why when you walk the Seine bank at dusk. The light here does something extraordinary in the late afternoon, the kind of golden slant that makes even a grain silo look like a painting. The house itself sits on around 1,500 square metres of land, and at 104 square metres of living space it strikes that rare balance — enough room for family and friends without becoming a maintenance burden. The ground floor revolves around a 29-square-metre living and dining area with an open-plan kitchen at one end and a fireplace with an insert at the other. In January, when the Vexin frosts bite, that insert earns its keep. Come July, the glazed doors fold back and the terrace becomes the de facto dining room, the garden stretching away toward open countryside. Upstairs, two generous bedrooms sit under partially mansard rooflines — the sloped ceilings give them a tucked-in quality that guests tend to love. The garden level adds real versatility: a third room currently configured as an additional bedroom, with an adjo ... click here to read more

Sunday morning in Bouquetot moves slowly. The smell of fresh bread drifts up from the boulangerie in Bourg-Achard five minutes down the road, church bells carry across flat green fields, and beyond the tall hedgerows that frame this property's 4,580 square metre plot, there's almost nothing to hear but birdsong and the occasional tractor on a distant lane. This is rural Normandy at its most genuine — not the postcard version, the real one. Built in 1960 and kept in consistently good condition by owners who clearly cared about the details, this 103 square metre house sits on a fully enclosed, tree-lined lot that feels more like a private park than a garden. Step outside on a June evening and the light stays golden until nearly ten. The flat lawn is wide enough for a game of pétanque, a badminton net, or simply a table long enough to seat the extended family for a Norman spread — think camembert straight from the market at Pont-Audemer, a terrine from the charcuterie in Bourg-Achard's Wednesday market, and a bottle of local Calvados to close things out. The entrance through the veranda-style extension sets the tone: this is a house that has been lived in and loved. The 26 square metre living room faces southwest, which matters enormously in Normandy — afternoon sun floods the room, and you earn every one of those winter hours around the fireplace insert. The tiled floors are easy to maintain, practical in the way that a proper country house should be. The fitted kitchen is ready to go from day one, no renovation project standing between you and your first summer here. Three bedrooms give the property genuine flexibility. Use it as a family holiday home and everyone gets their own space. Rent it out during peak summer we ... click here to read more

Step out onto the terrace on a Saturday morning in Riantec and you'll hear it before you see it — the low hum of fishing boats heading out across the Rade de Lorient, the calls of gulls cutting through salt-sharp air, and somewhere down the street, the mechanical clatter of a boulangerie shutter rolling up. This is not a postcard version of Brittany. It's the real thing. A working coastal town where the rhythm of the tides still shapes daily life, and where a five-bedroom house with this much space and this much potential doesn't stay on the market long. Built in the 1970s in a style typical of solid Breton residential construction, this 147-square-metre house sits in Riantec with a full basement, an attached garage, a proper garden, and a terrace that asks you to sit down and stay a while. The bones are good. The layout is generous. And the renovation opportunity here is exactly what buyers who know this part of Morbihan have been waiting for. The garden level does something rare — it allows genuinely comfortable single-floor living if you want it. An entrance hall opens into a bright living and dining room, there's a functional kitchen, two bedrooms, a family bathroom, and a separate WC. Come summer, with the terrace doors thrown open and the garden spilling light through the windows, this floor alone becomes a complete holiday retreat. Upstairs, a landing leads to three more bedrooms, two of which come with dressing areas — a detail that matters enormously when you're hosting family for an extended August stay. The second bathroom has both a bath and a separate shower, which anyone who's coordinated a full house of guests will appreciate immediately. The full basement is the kind of space that gets people thinking. ... click here to read more

The church bells from the village of Ménéac carry just far enough on a still morning to reach the kitchen window — but you'd have to open it first, and by then the smell of coffee and woodsmoke from the stone fireplace has already pulled you firmly into the day. This is the kind of place that resets your clock. Six hectares of Breton countryside, two independent dwellings carved out of a grand old granite longhouse, and a second stone longère waiting in the wings. At €292,000 for the whole estate, it's not a fantasy — it's a real opportunity that doesn't come around often. Let's start with what's here right now. The main property is a large traditional Breton stone house, divided into two fully functional dwellings. Both are in good condition and ready to live in, which matters more than people realize when you're buying remotely from abroad. No months of waiting on contractors before your first stay. The first dwelling runs across two floors. Ground level gives you a living room anchored by a fireplace with a wood-burning stove — the kind you'll actually use from October through April — plus a proper kitchen, a laundry room, and a toilet. Upstairs, one bedroom has its own en-suite bathroom, there's a second bedroom, a family bathroom, and a room currently used as an office but flexible enough to become a third sleeping space when the cousins arrive in August. The second dwelling mirrors this layout almost exactly: a living room with its own fireplace and wood-burning stove, a kitchen-dining room (slightly more sociable in its configuration), a laundry room, a toilet downstairs, then an en-suite bedroom, another bedroom, a family bathroom, and an office upstairs. Two complete homes. Same stone walls, same slate roof, s ... click here to read more

Stand on the covered terrace on a clear October morning and you can see all the way across the Roussillon plain — the vineyards turning rust and gold, the Mediterranean a thin silver line on the horizon, and the Albères mountains pressing up close behind you. This is Laroque-des-Albères. Not the tourist brochure version of southern France, but the real, lived-in one, where the weekly market on the square smells of thyme and grilled blood sausage, where the locals drink their grenache at tables that have never moved, and where the light in late afternoon turns the stone walls the color of warm honey. The property itself is a two-part setup that gives you rare flexibility. A detached villa of around 95 square meters sits at the heart of the plot, solid in construction and in good condition throughout. Ground floor living is set up sensibly: two bedrooms, a shower room, a separate toilet, an independent kitchen, and a living room that opens directly onto a 30-square-meter covered terrace. That terrace is where life actually happens — morning coffee in the shade of the overhang, long lunches that drift into the afternoon, the smell of wild rosemary carried down from the hills above. Upstairs, a third bedroom, a mezzanine space, and an office give you room to spread out, whether you're working remotely for a week or hosting three generations of family across the summer. Beyond the villa, a completely independent T3 apartment changes the entire financial conversation around this property. Two bedrooms, a shower room, an open kitchen flowing into the living area, its own private terrace with that sweeping view over the plain, and a storage shed. The apartment is fully self-contained — guests, family members, or tenants have t ... click here to read more

Picture a Saturday morning in late September. You pull open the roller shutters and the light that floods the living room is that particular gold you only get this far south — thick, warm, almost edible. Outside, the vines on the Agly plain are turning amber. There's a market in Rivesaltes, twenty minutes on foot, where someone is grilling merguez next to a stall piled with Muscat grapes and local honey. This is not a fantasy. This is a regular weekend when you own this 233 m² villa on a quiet residential street in one of the most quietly compelling corners of the French Midi. Rivesaltes sits in the Pyrénées-Orientales department, tucked between Perpignan and the coast, flanked by vineyards that have been producing wine since the Romans passed through. The town's name is practically synonymous with the famous Muscat de Rivesaltes and the rich Rivesaltes Ambré, and the Cave de Rivesaltes cooperative — one of the largest in the region — welcomes visitors year-round for tastings that won't cost you a fortune. This is everyday life here, not a tourist attraction you visit once. The villa itself is a proper single-storey family home with a footprint that feels rare at this price point in southern France. At 233 m² of living space spread across one generous floor — plus a 16 m² upstairs office — the layout is genuinely practical rather than just spacious on paper. The main living room stretches to 38 m², and with the open-plan kitchen flowing into it, the whole social heart of the house breathes. Five bedrooms, two full bathrooms plus en-suites, a separate laundry room — this is a home that can absorb a large family or a revolving cast of guests without anyone feeling crowded. The 22 m² garage keeps a car out of the Roussill ... click here to read more

On a Sunday morning in the Périgord Vert, the church bell from Saint-Pierre de Brantôme carries across the valley before the rest of the world has stirred. You're standing at the veranda doors, coffee in hand, watching the light move across the pool. The figs on the old tree in the garden are almost ripe. This is what you bought it for. Just five minutes from the historic heart of Brantôme — the town they call the Venice of Périgord, carved around a loop in the River Dronne — this 120 m² stone house sits on a generous 1,863 m² garden plot and has been well maintained throughout. It's move-in ready, properly liveable from day one, and the kind of property that rewards you the longer you sit with it. The house itself tells you where it comes from. Original exposed stonework lines the living room walls, rough-cut beams cross the ceiling, and a working fireplace anchors the room when the evenings cool in October. That 30 m² living space is genuinely large enough for a family to spread out without getting on each other's nerves after a long drive from Bordeaux-Mérignac. The fitted kitchen runs practically — well-positioned, light, and leading directly into the veranda, which is where you'll end up spending most of your time anyway. The veranda looks out over the 10x4 swimming pool and the wider garden, and once you've had lunch out there under the afternoon sun with a cold glass of Bergerac Sec, going back to a city apartment feels like a genuine hardship. Three bedrooms across the house, one of them conveniently on the ground floor — a real advantage if you're hosting older family members or anyone who'd rather not deal with stairs. Two shower rooms keep the morning routine running smoothly when the house is full. The who ... click here to read more

On a still morning in the Périgord Noir, the only sounds you'll hear from this hamlet courtyard are birdsong, the faint echo of a church bell drifting over from Castels, and the soft splash of water in a 12-by-6-metre saltwater pool that looks straight out over a valley that hasn't changed much in centuries. That's not a selling point — that's Tuesday. This is a rare opportunity to acquire not one but two authentic Dordogne stone houses sitting side by side on roughly 8,000 square metres of grounds in the commune of Castels et Bézenac. A shared cobbled driveway and a gated private courtyard connect them, and together they form a property that functions equally well as a large family holiday compound, a multi-generational retreat, or a live-in renovation project with serious long-term upside. The asking price of €294,000 for the entire ensemble — pool, dovecote, garage, outbuildings, courtyard and all — is the kind of number that makes people do a double-take when they check it against what comparable Dordogne properties have been selling for. The larger of the two houses is the one that stops you at the door. Ground floor: a proper country kitchen with an adjoining shower room and WC, and a living-dining room anchored by a character stone fireplace and a pellet stove — the kind of room you want to be in when November rain is hitting the terrace outside and a cassoulet is on the hob. French doors open both toward the front courtyard and the rear garden, so the space breathes in summer and feels sealed and warm come autumn. Upstairs, two bedrooms and a small bathroom with WC. It's not complicated. It's exactly what a Dordogne farmhouse should be. The second house, slightly more compact, has its own kitchen, a living roo ... click here to read more

On a Sunday morning in Louignac, the only thing that wakes you is birdsong. Not traffic, not neighbours, not the hum of a city that never quite switches off. Just the breeze moving through the oak trees at the edge of your garden, and the faint smell of damp grass catching the early light. That's what life feels like in this four-bedroom stone house in the Corrèze — and once you've felt it, it's hard to unfeel. This is rural France as it actually exists, not as it's romanticised on a postcard. Louignac sits in the rolling green Limousin countryside, a place where the land hasn't been manicured for tourists. The fields are real working fields. The stone walls lining the roads are a few centuries old. The weekly market at Objat — just twenty minutes away — sells duck confit, walnuts, and cheeses from farms you could cycle to. This is the kind of France that people spend years searching for, and rarely find still available at a price that makes sense. The house itself is solid and full of character. Stone construction throughout, which means thick walls that keep rooms cool in July and hold the warmth of the pellet stove through January without breaking a sweat. The ground floor is anchored by a generous kitchen-dining room — genuinely fitted and equipped, not the vague claim you see on listings where the "equipped kitchen" turns out to be a single plug socket. This room opens directly into the living room, so the whole social heart of the house flows together as one connected space. In winter, the pellet stove becomes the gravitational centre of every evening. In summer, the doors open and the room breathes out into the garden. Behind the kitchen, there's a laundry room that has a second life waiting for it. The proport ... click here to read more

Saturday morning in the Dordogne, and the air through the kitchen window carries woodsmoke and the faint sweetness of walnut orchards baking in September sun. You're putting on coffee, the terracotta tiles cool underfoot, and through the sitting room's old beams you can hear absolutely nothing except birdsong and the occasional tractor two fields over. This is what you came to France for. Set in Parcoul-Chenaud, a quiet commune in the northern Dordogne where the pace of life has been politely ignoring the 21st century for decades, this four-bedroom Périgord-style house sits on roughly 5,000 square metres of garden and land that gives you genuine room to breathe. At 190 square metres of living space spread across two naturally separated levels, it's a house with real character — not the kind manufactured by a renovation company, but the kind accumulated over generations of French rural life. The layout deserves a proper explanation, because it's one of the property's most interesting qualities. The upper entrance level holds a welcoming hall, a dining room, a fully equipped kitchen, two bedrooms and a bathroom. So far, so practical. But descend to the lower level and the house opens up into something altogether more generous: a large sitting room with original terracotta floor tiles and a beamed ceiling, a proper fireplace for January evenings when the Dordogne mist rolls in, and a staircase climbing to two further bedrooms and a second spacious bathroom. The split-level configuration means a family of six or eight could live here without anyone getting in each other's way. Or you could use the lower level as a self-contained space for guests — the bones are clearly there. A study, utility room, cave, and an oversized g ... click here to read more

Sunday morning in rural Vienne, and the only sound you can hear from the kitchen window is birdsong and the distant clank of someone's tractor heading up a dirt track. That's not a fantasy—that's a Tuesday. This three-bedroom character house in a quiet hamlet outside Civray sits on 2,500 square metres of wooded land, and the second you step through the gate, the outside world drops away entirely. The house itself stretches across more than 200 square metres of living space, with three en-suite bedrooms—a layout that already hints at something versatile. Live in one half, let out the other. Run it as a chambres d'hôtes. Install family in their own wing and keep yours private. The floorplan makes all of this genuinely workable, not just theoretically possible. One portion of the home sits entirely on a single level, which opens up options for guests with mobility considerations or older relatives who want their independence without the stairs. Character houses with this kind of built-in flexibility don't come up in this part of France very often, and when they do, they rarely stay on the market long. Then there's the 40-square-metre workshop—a proper one, not a glorified shed. For anyone with a woodworking habit, a restoration project, a ceramics practice, or simply a stash of tools that deserves a real home, this space is genuinely exciting. Add in the woodshed and the Alpine-style chalet on the grounds and you've got an ensemble that feels more like a small rural estate than a single-family home. Civray itself sits in the Vienne department of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, roughly equidistant between Poitiers and Angoulême—two cities worth knowing. Poitiers is about an hour north and carries real historical weight: th ... click here to read more

Picture a Sunday morning in the Périgord Vert. The kitchen window is open, a coffee is brewing, and the only sound reaching you from outside is birdsong and the faint rustle of the walnut trees at the edge of your enclosed garden. No traffic. No crowds. Just 1,560 square metres of private land, a covered pool glinting under its dome, and a pace of life that feels like it belongs to another century — the good kind. This fully renovated three-bedroom house sits in a quiet hamlet just ten minutes from Nontron, a town that punches well above its weight for a place of its size. Nontron is the capital of the Périgord Vert, the green and deeply underrated northern pocket of the Dordogne département, and it wears that title with quiet confidence. The old knife-making tradition still lives here — the Nontron knife, with its boxwood handle and distinct silhouette, has been crafted in the same spot since the 15th century, and you can visit the workshop on Rue Carnot and watch blades being finished by hand. It's the kind of place that reminds you France hasn't been entirely swallowed by modernity. The house itself spans 185 square metres across two levels and has been renovated to a standard that means you genuinely can walk in, unpack, and spend the first evening by the pool rather than drawing up a list of contractors. That matters enormously for buyers coming from the UK, Ireland, or northern Europe who want a second home without a five-year renovation saga attached to it. Good condition here means good condition — solid roof, clean interiors, functional systems. Downstairs, the scale of the living spaces is the first thing that catches you. A single-story living room of 58 square metres flows openly into a 28-square-metre din ... click here to read more

Stand on the patio on a still September morning and watch mist lift off the surface of your own one-acre lake. The water lilies have opened. A kingfisher cuts across the far bank. The only sound is the creak of the old oak at the water's edge. This is not a postcard. This is Tuesday. That is the kind of morning that comes with this four-bedroom house on the quiet edge of Dournazac, a compact, self-sufficient little village deep inside the Perigord Limousin Regional Natural Park. The property sits on just over two hectares — roughly 21,283 square metres — and includes not one but two private spring-fed lakes. That detail alone puts this in a completely different category from almost anything else available in this price range in southwest France. The house itself was built in the mid-1970s to an individually commissioned design, and the quality of its construction is still obvious today. Solid materials. Wide windows that pull in far more light than you'd expect from a house of this era. The rooms feel generous without being cavernous, and the whole place has been kept in good condition — move-in ready while leaving room for a buyer who wants to put their own stamp on the interior. Think of it as a sound, well-maintained canvas rather than a renovation project. Ground floor living revolves around a large lounge with a proper wood-burning stove and a dining area that opens directly onto the patio through French doors. On a warm evening, that threshold between inside and out effectively disappears. You're eating outside, the lake thirty metres in front of you, the sun dropping behind the treeline. A well-equipped modern kitchen sits just off the main living space, practical and ready to use from day one. Two bedrooms and ... click here to read more

On a clear morning in Louignac, before the rest of the world has quite caught up, the view from the pool terrace is the kind that stops you mid-coffee. Rolling green hills, not another rooftop in sight, just the odd buzzard circling over the tree line and the faint mechanical hum of a tractor somewhere far off in the Corrèze countryside. This is rural France doing what it does best — unhurried, unfiltered, and quietly extraordinary. This four-bedroom stone house sits at the heart of one of the Limousin's most genuinely peaceful corners. The region doesn't shout about itself the way Provence or the Dordogne do, and that's precisely the point. Property prices here still reflect reality rather than hype, the markets are full of locals rather than tourists, and the land rolls on in every direction without apology. For buyers chasing authentic French country life — not a postcard version of it — Louignac delivers. Step inside and the kitchen-dining room sets the tone immediately. It's a proper working kitchen, fitted and equipped, with enough space that Sunday lunch becomes an event rather than a logistics challenge. This room opens directly into the living area, where a pellet stove anchors the space — genuinely efficient, low-maintenance, and exactly what you want when October mist rolls in off the hills. The view through the back windows is the kind interior designers try to replicate with wallpaper. You won't need to. Behind the kitchen, a laundry room gives you the practical backbone every country house requires. But it's also a flexible space — with the right desk and a decent internet connection (fibre has arrived in much of rural Corrèze), it converts into a quiet home office without much effort. Remote workers and ... click here to read more

Step through the wide sliding door of a former barn on a quiet hillside above Morlhon-le-Haut, and the first thing that hits you is the scale of the place. That 65-square-metre living room opens up before you like the inside of a cathedral — timber overhead, light slanting in from the south-facing terrace, a wood-burning stove already crackling on a November afternoon. It smells faintly of oak and old stone. Outside, the orchard is dropping its last apples into the wet grass, and across the flat, open grounds you can count two wells and a fish pond without taking a single step. This is the kind of property that takes a few minutes to fully comprehend. At just under ten kilometres from Villefranche-de-Rouergue and a short drive from Rieupeyroux, the address sits at a genuinely quiet crossroads of rural Aveyron — a département that most international buyers haven't yet discovered but seasoned France-watchers have been quietly watching for years. The land here is a deep, folded green, crossed by the Dourdou de Conques river valley and threaded with country lanes where you might go twenty minutes without seeing another car. The nearest TGV connection runs through Figeac or Rodez, both reachable in under an hour, and Toulouse-Blagnac Airport — the main gateway for international arrivals — sits roughly two hours southwest. You're remote enough to properly decompress, close enough to civilisation that it never becomes inconvenient. The main house, the converted barn, is where the real story of this property begins. The original structure — massive, honest stonework dating back generations — has been carefully opened up rather than gutted. Entering via a sloping ramp that still echoes the barn's working past, you arrive in the ... click here to read more

On a still April morning in Lussac-les-Églises, the fields around this old stone farmhouse turn into something you'd struggle to describe to someone who hasn't seen it themselves. Wild orchids push up through the grass in clusters, the kind of thing you read about in nature guides but rarely actually stumble upon. Swallows cut low over the carp lake. The only sound from inside the kitchen is the creak of a wooden beam settling in the warmth. This is what 4.7 hectares of organically managed Limousin countryside looks like when no one's been rushing it. This is a four-bedroom house in genuinely good condition, sitting on land that's been farmed without chemicals for fifteen years, with a small carp lake, maintained paddocks, a polytunnel, and a converted bread oven that serves as one of the most characterful ground-floor bedrooms you're likely to find anywhere in rural France. At 238 square metres, it has enough room to breathe — and enough quirks to make it feel like somewhere, not just somewhere else. The entrance hallway sets the tone immediately. Original encaustic floor tiles run the full length from front door to back, the kind that would cost a fortune to source and lay today. To the right, the living and dining room opens up around a proper fireplace fitted with a wood-burning stove, with exposed timber beams overhead that have been doing their job for well over a century. This is a room for long winter evenings, for board games with the grandchildren, for the specific kind of quiet that only deep countryside delivers. Then comes the bread oven room. Fully restored, converted into a ground-floor bedroom, and genuinely unlike anything else in a comparable property. The curved stonework has been kept intact. It's ... click here to read more

Friday morning. You unlatch the kitchen door and step out into the courtyard while the coffee is still brewing. Somewhere beyond the old gates, the weekly market on the Grande Rue is already in full swing — the baker from Rue du Marché has set up his table, and the smell of warm bread drifts over the stone walls. This is what life looks like in Richelieu, and this house puts you right at the centre of it. Cardinal Richelieu didn't just build a palace. He built an entire town from scratch in the 1630s — planned streets, a grid layout, arcaded market halls, and ramparts that still stand. It remains one of the most complete examples of 17th-century French urban planning in existence, and this three-bedroom house sits within those original walls, in the historic heart of it all. You're not on the edge of somewhere interesting. You are somewhere interesting. Step through the large gates into the shared courtyard and the house opens directly into a fitted kitchen of 12 square metres, tiled underfoot and practical in the best French sense — not a showroom, a room for actual cooking. A couple of steps up and you're in the dining room, 24 square metres with a fireplace and the kind of wooden floors that creak just enough to feel alive. Wall panelling in the reception rooms gives everything a settled, unhurried quality. A small door leads to a ground-floor WC, then along to the living room — another fireplace, more wooden floors, another reason to stay inside when October turns the town amber. Upstairs, the landing splits left and right. To the left, a 16-square-metre bedroom with fitted cupboards. To the right, a second WC. Keep going and you reach the shower room — a generous 15 square metres with shower, sauna, and sink. The ... click here to read more

On a quiet Tuesday morning in Charroux, you can walk out onto your wooden terrace with a coffee and hear almost nothing. A church bell in the distance. Maybe a tractor somewhere beyond the stone walls. The air carries that particular mix of cut grass and old limestone that you only get in the Vienne countryside, and the view out over the surrounding hills doesn't have a single billboard, rooftop antenna, or modern intrusion to break it. This is what €130,780 buys you in one of France's most overlooked medieval villages — and once you've spent a weekend here, you'll struggle to understand why more people haven't discovered it already. Charroux sits in the heart of Poitou-Charentes, a region that most international buyers race through on their way to the Dordogne or the Vendée coast without realizing what they're passing. That's your advantage. The village itself is classified as one of the Plus Beaux Villages de France — a designation earned by fewer than 160 communes in the entire country — and it earns that status honestly, with its 11th-century abbey ruins, cobblestone lanes barely wide enough for a Citroën, and a Saturday market where the same families have been selling goat cheese and walnuts for generations. The centre is a five-minute walk from this house. Not a vague "close to amenities" five minutes — a genuine, flat, pleasant walk past honey-coloured stone walls. The house itself has been fully renovated and is genuinely ready to move into, which matters more than it sounds in this part of France where "good condition" can sometimes be a generous interpretation. Here, the work has been done properly: double glazing throughout, electric shutters, and — crucially — an air-to-water heat pump system that keeps ene ... click here to read more

Welcome to a delightful slice of French living, nestled quietly in the quaint village of Charroux. Here, in the picturesque Poitou-Charentes region of Vienne, lies a charming 3-bedroom semi-detached home that's an ideal match for anyone looking to embrace the relaxed lifestyle of rural France. This property offers a genuine feel of the French countryside, and is poised to provide a wonderful setting for family life or a tranquil retreat for busy professionals seeking a slower pace. Trust me, as a bussy real estate agent, I can tell you this type of opportunity in Charroux doesn’t come around often! Let me guide you through this inviting home where the essence of French village life is at your doorstep. Imagine starting your day by walking through either the side front door or meandering from a sunny morning spent in the sunroom at the rear, leading naturally into a handy utility room—ideal for daily tasks and keeping life organized. The kitchen stands ready to host your culinary adventures, complete with fitted units, a built-in cooker, and a fridge, all seamlessly opening onto a cozy lounge area. It’s perfect for intimate family evenings or small gatherings with friends, offering a charming and relaxed communal space. Both the separate toilet and bathroom, which features a walk-in shower, are easily accessible and well-designed for convenient daily use. Now, about those three spacious double bedrooms, all finished with attractive wood flooring that adds a touch of warmth and elegance—perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring the historic village or perhaps after indulging in the local culinary delights. The home's well-maintained condition means it's immediatly habitable, allowing for an effortless move-in expe ... click here to read more

Delight in the French countryside with this incredible 4-bedroom house situated on the outskirts of Charroux in Poitou-Charentes, Vienne. This charismatic abode, steeped in allure and prestige, promises the perfect blend of comfort, exclusivity, and the immersive experience of the world-renowned French lifestyle. Upon entrance, your senses will be greeted by an expansive hallway which further opens up to the heart of the home, the kitchen - generously sized, fully fitted, and even featuring a dedicated space for a breakfast table to enjoy your morning croissants with a hot cup of café. Completing the ground floor is a utility room that ensures practical daily living, a dedicated dining room, and a cozy living room that provides an ideal setting for evenings with loved ones. Also included are a storage room, and two separate toilets for added convenience. As you ascend to the first floor, an expansive master bedroom awaits, complete with its own dressing room and ensuite bathroom, promising an oasis of tranquility. This bathroom is equipped with an independent shower and toilet, to cater for all practicalities of modern luxury. Two other bedrooms grace this floor, each with their own ensuite facilities. An additional living space provides versatility in its usage, serving as an entertainment room or being transformed into a bonus bedroom, depending on your needs. Descending from this floor, we discover a room currently being used as a fourth bedroom, featuring its own direct outdoor access for added privacy or for creating an attached but separate living quarter. Nestled in just under a hectare of magnificent garden grounds, the property offers an al fresco sanctuary with an assortment of fruit trees and breathtaking ... click here to read more

This delightful three-bedroom detached country home presents a unique opportunity for those looking to embrace the tranquil lifestyle of the French countryside, particularly in the serene area of Charroux, Poitou-Charentes. Nestled in a peaceful hamlet devoid of through traffic, this residence harmoniously combines the allure of rustic charm with the comfort of modern living, making it an ideal retreat or a serene family home. Property Features: - Bedrooms: 3, with ensuite facilities, offering private and comfortable spaces for family and guests alike. - Bathrooms: 2, modern and well-appointed, providing convenience and comfort. - Size: A generous 163 m² of living space, ensuring ample room for family gatherings, entertainment, and personal solitude. - Land: Just under two hectares of pasture land, perfect for those with a passion for horses or looking to keep other animals. - Living Areas: Includes a spacious kitchen/dining area that seamlessly flows into a large lounge, both areas designed for social gatherings and family time. - Additional Spaces: A mezzanine area and a small study, which doubles as a fourth, single bedroom, offering flexibility in usage. - Outbuildings: Attached barn/garage plus several smaller structures for various uses, and additional outbuilding suitable for conversion into stables or animal houses (subject to permissions). Amenities: - Private Terrace and Garden: Ideal for outdoor dining or soaking up the charming country atmosphere. - In-Ground Swimming Pool: Surrounded by space for loungers, perfect for relaxation and leisure. - Parking: Ample hardstanding parking suitable for a camper van or horsebox. - Utility Area: For practical living necessities. Living in Charroux, Poitou-Charentes: ... click here to read more

Nestled in the picturesque village of Charroux, in the scenic region of Poitou-Charentes, this 3-bedroom house presents an appealing opportunity for those looking to embrace village life in rural France. Charroux is renowned for its charming architecture, rich history, and vibrant community spirit—characteristics that promise an enriching living experience for locals and expatriates alike. The property itself is beautifully positioned at the heart of Charroux, allowing residents the luxury of deriving full benefit from a well-preserved medieval village. Encompassing a total living space of 136 square meters, this residence adequately combines the traditional charm with modern conveniences. As you enter the house, the ground floor introduces a modern fitted kitchen which is perfect for cooking family meals or entertaining guests. Adjacent to the kitchen is a spacious lounge, warmed by a cozy wood-burning stove—an ideal spot for relaxation during the cooler evenings. The lounge extends into a dining room that can host family gatherings and celebrations, adding to the home's warm atmosphere. Moving upstairs, the property boasts four well-proportioned double bedrooms each featuring lovely wooden parquet floors that exude a sense of warmth and comfort. The large family bathroom serves these rooms, ensuring functionality aligns with family living. Additionally, the attic space offers potential for conversion into additional living areas, subject to necessary permissions, providing new owners a project to tailor this home further. Property Features: - 3 bedrooms - Spacious lounge with wood-burning stove - Modern fitted kitchen - Dining room - Large family bathroom - Potential attic conversion Outside, the impressive courty ... click here to read more

Discover the serene charm of living in the pastoral French countryside with this captivating 4-bedroom house, perfectly situated on the outskirts of the historic village of Charroux in Poitou-Charentes, Vienne. This property presents a quintessential opportunity for those seeking a spacious residence amidst the tranquil settings of rural France, ideal for both a permanent family home or a serene holiday retreat. This picturesque house, a well-maintained longère, spans roughly 258 square meters, offering ample space for comfortable family living. The ground floor is thoughtfully designed with a sizeable entrance hallway that leads to a well-equipped kitchen complemented by space for a breakfast table—perfect for casual family meals. Adjacent to the kitchen is a utility room which supports practical daily living. The dining room and living room afford generous space for formal entertaining and relaxed family gatherings respectively. Additionally, the ground floor includes a storage room and two separate WCs for convenience. As you ascend to the first floor, you are greeted by a spacious master bedroom equipped with a dressing room and an en-suite bathroom that features both a bath and a separate shower. The lengthy corridor leads to the second and third bedrooms, one boasting an en-suite bathroom, and the other an en-suite shower room, catering to all family needs with privacy and comfort. The floor also includes a versatile second living area at its end, which can be transformed into an additional bedroom or used according to your lifestyle needs. A unique feature is the set of stairs that descend from this room to another area currently utilized as the fourth bedroom, which has both indoor and outdoor access points. S ... click here to read more

Charming 3-Bedroom House in the historical village of Charroux, Vienne, France Nestled on the edge of the picturesque and historic village of Charroux, this delightful detached house offers comfort, convenience, and a serene lifestyle for a realistic price of €189,000. Perfect for those looking to immerse themselves in French village life, this property integrates the character of its surroundings with modern living necessities. Property Features: - Total size of 110 square meters - 3 well-proportioned bedrooms - 2 bathrooms - Main living floor includes a spacious kitchen and a combined living/dining area with a cozy woodburning stove - Lower garden level potentially serves as self-contained accommodation featuring a kitchen, small living area, and a bedroom with an en-suite shower room - Integral garage and boiler room, enhancing storage solutions - Benefits from oil central heating and double glazing for a comfortable living environment all year round - Mains drainage Amenities: - Electric gates leading to a private driveway - Enclosed garden predominantly laid to lawn with a terrace perfect for enjoying the outdoors - A wooden garden chalet, ideal for extra storage - The property's condition is generally good but with room for personal touches and enhancements Living in Charroux, you'll be part of a vibrant community rich in history and culture. The house is conveniently located within walking distance of local bars, shops, and bakeries, making daily essentials easily accessible. The village not only boasts of its past but also provides a peaceful yet engaging social environment. The local area captures the essence of French rural living with scenic landscapes, traditional markets, and timeless architecture. It ... click here to read more

Nestled in the charming outskirts of Charroux, a quaint village renowned for its scenic beauty and historical significance in the Poitou-Charentes region of Vienne, France, this 3-bedroom house presents an excellent opportunity for those looking to embed themselves in French village life. Priced at €130,800, this property stands as a canvas ready for transformation, ideal for enthusiasts ready to infuse life back into its traditional structure. This property, encompassing 107 sqm, rests on a sizable plot adorned with a vast garden and various outbuildings, including a double garage and a large barn, which could serve multiple functions depending on your needs or ambitions. While the house itself requires renovation, its existing framework offers a generous kitchen updated in 2008, a cozy lounge, and a ground floor space versatile enough to become a bedroom, home office, or hobby room with direct garden access. The residence also features a well-designed Italian shower room and a separate toilet on the ground floor. Venturing upstairs, you will find two more bedrooms, with one currently subdivided into two smaller spaces, easily reconfigurable according to one's needs, and an additional toilet with a wash basin. The residence is equipped with a wood burning boiler ensuring warmth during the colder months, supplemented by an electric water heater for the summer seasons. Although the house is in need of some refurbishment, it presents a great scope for personalization and enhancements that could craft a warm, inviting family home. Living in Charroux offers a blend of tranquility and community spirit. The village is adequately equipped with local amenities including shops, cafés and a vibrant weekly market that showcase ... click here to read more

Nestled in the enchanting region of Poitou-Charentes, in the charming and historic town of Charroux, you will find a remarkable opportunity to own a piece of French history. This Maison de Maître, dating back to 1845, once served as the mayor's residence, a testament to its grandeur and significance. Owning this property is like owning a slice of the past, where every room whispers stories of bygone eras while offering comfort and modern conveniences. This exquisite manor house sits proudly on a generous plot, showcasing its architectural elegance. With ten spacious bedrooms and four bathrooms spread over a generous 280 square meters, this house provides plenty of room for family, friends or guests. It includes a main house and a coach house that has been beautifully converted into a delightful 5-bedroom holiday rental, allowing you an opportunity to capitalize on the thriving demand for holiday accommodations in this picturesque region. As you step into the main house, you'll be greeted by an array of original features that lend it an authentic and timeless charm. The hallways echo the past with their original doors, door handles, and stunning marble fireplaces, especially the one in the dining room, which are true works of art. The original marble floors in the kitchen and opulent opal stone bath surrounds add a touch of luxury to the home. The opal faucets and antique touches bring history alive, yet the house remains bright due to the unique design with its windows on two sides in most main rooms, flooding the space with light. Living in Charroux is a unique experience in itself. This town, steeped in history, was part of the Santiago de Compostela pilgrimage route and welcomed many pilgrims over the centuries. Wh ... click here to read more

Nestled in the heart of the historic center of Charroux, a charming five-bedroom farmhouse spans a cozy 140 square meters, offering a range of possibilities for personalization and comfort. This property, located in the scenic Poitou-Charentes region of Vienne, France, strikes a balance between its enduring heritage features and modern updates, making it an ideal choice for those looking to immerse themselves in French country living. Upon entering the home, you are greeted by a spacious room that could serve a multitude of uses—from an in-home office to a convenient storage space, or even a recreation room for children. Adjacent to this multi-functional area is a room housing the property's new wood pellet central heating system. The heart of the home, the newly installed kitchen, is both sleek and functional, fitted with modern amenities and finished to a high standard. It opens up to a delightful garden and patio area, perfect for outdoor dining or simply enjoying the peaceful outdoors. The living areas include a cozy TV lounge that adjoins another room, versatile enough to be transformed into an additional bedroom or a formal sitting area, equipped with a shower and toilet for convenience. The upper floor hosts four more bedrooms and a large shower room, ensuring ample space for family and guests alike. Characterized by its large, sunny patio, the outdoor space of this farmhouse offers an invigorating view of the local tower and the Abbey Church, contributing to the serene ambiance. The property boasts a luxe wood-burning hot tub, a recent addition that sits on the patio, perfect for relaxing evenings soaking in the picturesque surroundings. Additionally, covered parking space for two to three vehicles, complete w ... click here to read more

Tucked away in the tranquil heart of Saint-Romain, France, lies a hidden gem that awaits the touch of a new owner to truly shine. Priced at an affordable €45,000, this 2-bedroom residence offers an inviting canvas for those with a vision to create a charming retreat in this enchanting region of Poitou-Charentes. As a global real estate agent, I am excited to present this house to you, serving as a testament to the potential and beauty that reside in every corner of the world. Located in the picturesque Vienne department in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, Saint-Romain provides a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Here, life moves at a more relaxed pace, where the natural landscape serves as both a playground and a setting for peaceful reflection. The climate in this area is mild, with warm summers and cooler winters, making it a delightful place to live year-round. This little house, built within an expansive plot of approximately 6711 square meters, presents an incredible opportunity for those looking to put their personal touch on a property. The house itself is small, approximately 68 square meters, but offers a cozy potential waiting to be unleashed. Having previously undergone renovations, the residence now needs some attention after suffering water damage due to a leaky roof. But don’t let that deter you—think of the potential! Standing at the entrance, you immediately feel the possibility for transformation. The ground floor greets you with a fitted kitchen, ideal for conjuring up a delightful meal or hosting dinner parties. The adjacent lounge/dining room is perfect for relaxing evenings around a woodburning stove, whether you're by yourself or sharing quiet moments with friends or family. Th ... click here to read more

On a quiet Sunday morning in the hamlet of Saint-Romain, you'd hear almost nothing. A wood pigeon somewhere in the oaks. Maybe the distant clang of church bells drifting over from Charroux, that perfectly preserved medieval village ten minutes down the road where market traders set up their stalls beside the ruins of a Benedictine abbey. That stillness is the point. This is rural Vienne at its most unhurried — and this renovated farmhouse sits right in the middle of it. The property is a former working farmhouse that's been brought back to life without losing its bones. Stone walls, generous room proportions, the kind of building that took decades to settle and now feels entirely solid underfoot. At 148 square metres across two floors, it has real breathing room. The ground floor arranges itself practically: a living kitchen that opens directly onto a covered pergola — your default setting for every meal between May and October — a separate lounge for cooler evenings, and a bedroom with its own shower room and toilet. That ground-floor bedroom is a detail worth pausing on. It makes the house genuinely work for mixed-generation groups, guests with mobility considerations, or owners who want the option to use the upstairs rooms purely as a private retreat. Head up the stairs and the character shifts. The first floor has the slightly improvised warmth you only get in converted agricultural buildings — skylights cut into the roof, dormer windows framing sections of the surrounding countryside, ceiling lines that aren't quite parallel. There's a large double bedroom, another bedroom with its own en-suite bathroom and toilet, an additional room that could easily become a study or a fourth sleeping space, and a separate WC. T ... click here to read more

Sunday morning in Savigné, and the kitchen window is open. The smell of coffee mixes with cut grass drifting in from the meadow out back. Nobody's in a hurry. That's kind of the whole point. This former farmhouse in the Vienne département of Poitou-Charentes has been fully renovated and is move-in ready — no months of waiting on contractors, no difficult decisions about plumbing layouts. Someone has already done the hard work. What you walk into is 130 square metres of comfortable, liveable space that still carries the bones and character of a proper French country property: thick stone walls, outbuildings with real agricultural history, a bread oven that looks like it belongs on a postcard, a barn with a stable, and a former henhouse that has quietly been waiting for someone with imagination to figure out what it wants to be next. The ground floor is practical without being cramped. The kitchen is fully equipped and opens directly into the dining and living area, which means the cook never gets exiled to a separate room while everyone else talks. There's a bedroom on this level too, with its own dressing room — useful if you have guests who'd rather not tackle stairs, or if you want to turn the upper floor into a private retreat entirely your own. A shower room, WC, and a boiler room round out the ground floor. Upstairs, a landing connects three further bedrooms and a second shower room with WC. Four bedrooms in total is a generous count for a French country house in this price range — enough for a family and a couple of friends, or enough to make short-term rental a genuine option during the weeks you're not here. Then there's the land. The enclosed garden is the kind of space where afternoon becomes evening withou ... click here to read more

Nestled in the scenic landscape of Poitou-Charentes, Vienne, in the charming town of Champniers, France, this delightful three-bedroom cottage is a gem awaiting a new owner. With a history of 16 years under its belt with the current proprietors, this residence combines character with potential, making it an ideal retreat for those looking to immerse themselves in the French countryside lifestyle or to invest in a property with rental prospects. Local Area: Champniers, in the vibrant region of Vienne, is celebrated for its tranquil ambiance, providing a serene escape from the bustling city life. This region is rich in picturesque landscapes, making it perfect for nature enthusiasts, with numerous hiking trails, and historic sites enriching its cultural heritage. Local markets brimming with fresh produce and artisanal goods offer a taste of the real France. The mild climate, with warm summers and cool winters, adds to the allure, ensuring outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round. Living in Champniers: Living here means embracing a lifestyle that balances relaxation with exploratory adventures. Neighbors become friends in communities that welcome with open arms, ensuring a sense of belonging. Proximity to local amenities such as restaurants serving exquisite French cuisine, chic boutiques, and essential services makes everyday life convenient and enjoyable. Educational facilities, healthcare services, and connectivity via road and public transport to larger cities like Poitiers enhance the desirability of Champniers as a fabulous residence or holiday destination. Property Features: - Charming three-bedroom cottage - Courtyard garden with a variety of easily maintained plants - Original stone walls, wooden beamed ceil ... click here to read more

Stand at the edge of the private lake on a July morning and the only sounds are a wood pigeon somewhere in the oak canopy and the soft lap of water against the bank. No road noise. No neighbors. Just 14 hectares of meadow, woodland, and sky — and a stone estate that has been quietly watching over all of it for generations. This is Genouillé, a commune in the Vienne department of Poitou-Charentes, and this property is the kind of find that makes serious buyers stop scrolling and pick up the phone. The estate is anchored by a substantial main house — proper stone walls, exposed timber beams that have darkened beautifully over the decades, and reception rooms large enough that a gathering of twenty people still feels unhurried. Four bedrooms, each with its own private shower room, mean that a multigenerational family or a group of close friends can arrive for two weeks in August and never queue for a bathroom. The private in-ground pool sits within the grounds of the main house, giving the primary residence its own self-contained world. Completely separate and fully independent, the gîte adds another four to five bedrooms and a second pool. This is where the property starts to reveal its financial logic. Poitou-Charentes draws steady summer traffic — cyclists riding the Vélodyssée, families heading to the Marais Poitevin, history enthusiasts making their way between Romanesque churches — and good-quality rural gîtes in the Vienne book up fast from June through September. The infrastructure here is already in place. You're not building from scratch; you're stepping into a ready-made hospitality setup with genuine income potential. The third structure on the property is a cottage: sitting room, dining space, one bedroom, b ... click here to read more

This exquisite and sophisticated 8-bedroom country house is located in the charming locale of Château-Garnier, in the Vienne region of France. The complete property is delightfully presented with a main home and a separate guest cottage. All parts of this grand residence have been thoughtfully renovated, preserving its traditional character while offering modern comfort. Nestled among the picturesque countryside of Vienne, this house offers a tranquil and private setting that is truly remarkable. Its contemporary design enhances the natural beauty of the grounds. For convenience, local shops are within easy reach, ensuring that everyday essentials are only a short trip away. At the heart of the main house, you find an owner's section that features a fully fitted kitchen, a double-height living room with a panoramic view of the inviting swimming pool area, two comfortable bedrooms, along with a bathroom and a dressing room. The house also includes a separate part that serves as a Bed and Breakfast. This segment of the house is entirely independent, showcasing a staircase that leads to the upstairs accommodation, two ensuite rooms, and a cozy family room with kid's bunks and its own ensuite bathroom. Amenities of the estate include: -Private heated swimming pool -Extensive gardens -Potential gite with two bedrooms -Large outbuildings -Separate house in need of renovation Features of the property: -Total of 8 bedrooms -5 bathrooms -2 fully fitted kitchens -Two-story bed and breakfast Nested in the serene countryside, Chateau-Garnier offers the best of country living. It's close to the nearby airports in Poitiers and Limoges. The local area has a golf course and several quaint towns worth exploring, including Genc ... click here to read more

Discover your dream home in the picturesque Vienne countryside of Château-Garnier, nestled within the serene Poitou-Charentes region of France. This 7-bedroom house, showcasing a harmonious blend of comfort and potential, offers an inviting proposition for those eager to embrace the idyllic French countryside lifestyle. Whether you’re searching for a family residence with a difference or considering a venture into the hospitality sector, this property captures the essence of rural French living while providing modern conveniences and a foundation for creativity and development. As you step into this recently renovated home, you'll find a welcoming blend of features designed for both energy efficiency and comfort, including a cutting-edge heat pump system for heating and cooling, double-glazed windows, and even an electric car charging point. The property savors the charm of rural living without compromising on modern necessities. The main house divides into an owner’s quarters and a designated bed and breakfast section. The private living area boasts a fully fitted kitchen, a spectacular double-height lounge with views over the pool area, two bedrooms, a bathroom, and a dressing room, allowing for privacy and tranquility. For those with a vision, the bed and breakfast part of the house, accessible through a custom-made front door, reveals an entrance hall with a WC, a cozy lounge/dining area, and a staircase leading to two en-suite bedrooms and a family room complete with kid's bunks and an additional en-suite bathroom. Each room benefits from the comfort of a heat pump-driven air conditioning/heating system, ensuring guest satisfaction all year round. Adjacent to the main residence is a two-bedroom guest cottage, a ... click here to read more

Nestled in the charming French countryside, this delightful three-bedroom house in Savigné invites you to step into a quaint village lifestyle—an oasis of peace and tranquility in the heart of Poitou-Charentes. With ample character and a sense of history, this home offers a seamless blend of rustic charm and modern convenience, making it an ideal dwelling for those seeking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. As we find ourselves increasingly drawn to spaces that offer solace and comfort, this property certainly delivers on both fronts. Property Highlights: - Renovated old farmhouse - Entrance of 29 m² - Spacious living room 93 m² with integrated kitchen, lounge, and dining area - Ground-floor bedroom of 14 m² - Mezzanine of 38 m² - Two upper-floor bedrooms (15 m² and 21 m²) - Shower room 12 m² and separate toilet - Additional cellar space - Adjoining barns and outbuildings - Generous land with wooded areas Let's embark on a visualization of this lovely home. As you enter, you are welcomed by a generous 29 m² entryway that sets the tone for the expansive and open atmosphere of the entire dwelling. This home has been thoughtfully renovated, preserving the authenticity of an old farmhouse while providing contemporary living spaces. In the spacious living room of 93 m², you'll find the perfect space to entertain family and friends—or simply relax, enveloped by the warmth and character of the wooden beams and stone walls. The open-plan kitchen is designed for convenience, allowing you to cook up French delicacies while engaging with guests seated in the cozy lounge or at the dining table. Descending to the ground floor, a well-sized bedroom of 14 m² provides a convenient and comfortable rest space, ideal for g ... click here to read more