River lake side for sale in France

This is a wonderful property and full of charm, and sits in grounds of over one hectare of land (2.6 acres). It is located just a short distance from the town of Chef Boutonne where you will find all main amenities including supermarkets, restaurants, bars, schools, a public swimming pool etc. It is rare to find a property of this type in such a lovely location, and with a large river frontage. It has the added advantage of being connected to mains drainage. As you walk through the gates into the front courtyard, you are immediately seduced by the splendor of this property. The large house has a beautiful weeping will tree to the front which once had a small pond underneath. The courtyard has outbuildings all along one side. All the rooms on the ground floor have windows or doors to each side of the house which make the rooms lovely and light. The rear of the property has a beautiful walled garden with a variety of trees. There is even a fish reserve which could possibly be transformed for an alternative use. An arched bridge crosses this water area leading to a further meadow area. The meadow area is bordered by the river and there is even access to the local laverie. This property has enormous potential and needs just to be restored to today's standards to provide a wonderful home or business location. The central point of the house is a magnificent spiral stone stairs which leads right up to the 2nd floor. The accommodation is comprised of: Entrance hall/reception hall Kitchen Dining Room with fireplace and tiled floor Living Room with fireplace Salon with wood burning stove Salon Underneath the stairs is a toilet and at one point there was a passage to an underground tunnel. 1st Floor 4 lovely size bedrooms Bathroom with 2 sinks, WC and shower There is a further attic room which could be converted to another livable area 2nd Floor This floor has been updated to quite an extent and gives another theme to the property 3 Bedrooms Attic Room which again could be transformed into further accommodation Outside Attached to the house is a large room which was once a laboratory Barn - approx 140m2 with first floor Garage/barn - approx 115m2 The total plot size is 2.6 acres (just over one hectare)