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Gîte Complex for 40 Guests

Reference: X3-79454

French Country House For Sale - Nouvelle-Aquitaine - Charente (16) - France

Exceptional lifestyle estate comprising six self-contained gîtes, a substantial seven-bedroom main house, guest cottage, heated swimming pool and 4 hectares of grounds. Accommodating up to 40 guests, the property offers excellent flexibility for hospitality, events or multi-generational living in a beautiful riverside setting overlooking Availles-Limouzine.

Reception Rooms: 0
Bedrooms: 26
Bathrooms: 21
Land: 4.19 ha
Ref: X3-79454
Price € 795,000
Price £ 691,650
Price $ 938,100

Set in an elevated position overlooking the River Vienne and the picturesque village of Availles-Limouzine, this exceptional estate enjoys a peaceful countryside setting while remaining within walking distance of everyday amenities. Confolens and L'Isle-Jourdain are both easily accessible, with a wide range of outdoor activities, historic attractions and leisure pursuits nearby.

Occupying an elevated position above the River Vienne and enjoying wonderful views across the charming village of Availles-Limouzine, this exceptional estate extends over approximately 4 hectares of landscaped grounds and offers a rare opportunity to acquire an established hospitality property with outstanding lifestyle appeal.

Currently operated as a successful gîte complex (subject to any future permissions or business registration requirements), the estate combines extensive guest accommodation with a spacious family residence, making it ideally suited to tourism, events, multi-generational living or a variety of commercial ventures.

The principal accommodation comprises six independent gîtes, together capable of welcoming up to 40 guests. Each benefits from its own private entrance, kitchen, living area and outdoor space, together with varying numbers of bedrooms and bathrooms to accommodate different group sizes. Generous communal areas provide ideal spaces for family reunions, group holidays, celebrations, weddings or private events.

The substantial main residence offers equally impressive accommodation, comprising seven bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom, together with several elegant reception rooms. Originally configured as three separate dwellings, the house retains three independent staircases and entrances, allowing it to be reconfigured with ease if desired. Recently enhanced by a solar-powered electrical system, the property benefits from an impressive Energy Performance Certificate rating of C.

Adjoining the main house is an attractive two-bedroom guest cottage with two shower rooms, offering excellent potential as additional guest accommodation or a seventh gîte.

Designed to accommodate a wide range of guests, both the main residence and one of the principal gîtes are wheelchair accessible. The property also benefits from mains drainage and gas-fired central heating, providing comfortable year-round living.

The beautifully maintained grounds include a heated swimming pool, children's play area and a delightful mini-farm, creating an attractive environment for families and holidaymakers alike.

The village of Availles-Limouzine is within easy walking distance and offers a full range of everyday amenities including restaurants, a grocery shop, primary school, medical practice, dentist and pharmacy. The nearby market towns of L'Isle-Jourdain and Confolens provide additional shopping, secondary schools, cafés, restaurants and healthcare facilities.

The surrounding region is renowned for its outdoor activities, including kayaking, horse riding, cycling, hiking, zip-lining, motorsports and swimming, together with numerous historic villages, gardens and wildlife parks.

Offering substantial accommodation, proven commercial potential and an exceptional countryside setting, this remarkable estate presents a rare opportunity to combine an established tourism business with an outstanding family home in one of southwest France's most attractive rural locations.

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