Gite complex for sale in France

This unique property is surrounded by countryside and has the double benefit of having no near neighbours, and being just 5km from the popular market town of Lezay, with its many amenities. The property was historically a complex of a headmaster’s house and a school. The school has since been converted to provide stunning living accommodation and currently serves as a gîte, offering good income potential. Set between the two buildings is a tempting in-ground swimming pool. This property really must be seen to appreciate its special character and location! Should you wish to venture beyond the town of Lezay, the historic town of Melle is situated just 10km away, where you will find three fine examples of Roman churches, walking routes, plus a choice of restaurants and more. For lovers of the coast, the property is approximately 100km from La Rochelle. Poitiers international airport is just 53km away. In detail, the property comprises: THE MAIN HOUSE (formerly for the Headmaster): On the ground floor: Entrance hall- 7.90m2, with curving wooden staircase, spot lighting, tiled floor Kitchen/diner- 18.67m2, with fitted cabinets, integrated electric oven, gas hob, plumbing for dishwasher, ceramic sink, log burning stove, tiled floor, character door to the utility room/laundry Lounge- 14.98m2, with log burning stove, exposed ceiling beams, wooden floor Conservatory- 13.59m2, double glazed, with electric roller blinds and a sliding door out to the rear garden, tiled floor Utility room/laundry- 4.41m2, with plumbing for washing machine, tiled floor WC/storeroom- 5.06m2, with WC and washbasin in vanity unit. This spacious room offers the possibility of an additional shower room On the first floor: Landing- 4.15m2 Bedroom- 15.68m2, with views over the surrounding countryside, decorative ceiling rose, decorative fireplace Inner corridor/landing- 2.27m2, with laminate floor Bedroom- 14.34m2 Shower room- 4.73m2, fresh and modern style, with shower, washbasin in vanity unit, and WC THE GITE (former school building): On the ground floor (with partial vaulted ceiling): Large open plan living space- 78.38m2, with stunning double-glazed windows overlooking the pool terrace, wooden floor, exposed beams, staircase to galleried landing Shower room- 6.30m2, modern, with shower, wash basin, WC, bidet, tiled floor and walls, extractor fan Utility room/laundry- 2.7m2 with plumbing for washing machine and door to bathroom Bathroom- 9.85m2, with shower, bath, wash basin. This is another spacious room, offering the possibility of spa facilities with a little development Kitchen/dining room- 22.51m2, with double glazed French doors leading out to a seating area and the pool terrace, with fitted kitchen, ceramic drainer sink, dishwasher and gas cooker with extractor above, beams, tiled floor On the first floor: The double-glazed windows and countryside views are a wonderful feature. There are wooden floors throughout Galleried landing- 5m2, with lovely views over the pool terrace Bedroom- 16.55m2 Bedroom- 9.06m2 Bedroom- 15.57m2 TO THE EXTERIOR: Garage attached to the main house- 13.07m2 Covered terrace/hangar, suitable for parking or a shaded entertaining area In-ground swimming pool set in a pool terrace, with alarm and sand filter system Stone outbuilding, currently used as a wood store Well Driveway with lawned garden to the side Private garden area to the rear of the main house The property benefits from an alarm system The total plot size is 1754m2 (0.43 acres)