Chef Boutonne (79) : For sale - Superb..

This is a superb self catering leisure complex comprising a lovely detached 4 bedroom Logis house with large rooms and high ceilings, plus 4 luxury cottages sleeping up to 22 guests with 2 quality heated pools, in a tranquil rural setting near to the river Boutonne.

The period character property was originally built mid 18th century as a gentleman's residence in the Maison de Maitre style. Over the last century it has been a private vineyard and working farm until in the 1991 it was converted to create what is currently this superb self catering leisure complex.Approached along a private chestnut tree lined avenue and opening through imposing gates, the property is around a walled courtyard with central fountain and hidden behind two 300 year old yes trees.

The large very spacious Logis retains many original features including polished wooden floors, flag stones and log fires. Entered through double oak doors from the courtyard into an imposing hall with sweeping oak staircase, opening onto a double aspect drawing room with log burning fire, study, and a formal dining room with ornamental fireplace.There is a large fitted kitchen leading on to a breakfast room with feature stone fireplace. Large laundry room with original stone features leading to private garden. Upstairs off the spacious landing area are 4 large double bedrooms, 2 with en-suite shower rooms and a tiled family bathroom. The staircase continues to the attic which has very high beamed ceiling and windows. Below ground floor are extensive cellar areas, providing storage, workshop and games room with access from the exterior.

The 4 luxury cottages have their own private gardens and are furnished and equipped to a high standard with dishwashers washing machines, satellite TV/DVD and shared WiFi access. The have independent heating and are separately metered making them suitable for long term winter lets.

Gite 1 - Kitchen, lounge, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms - sleeping 6/8 guests
Gite 2 - Lounge/kitchen/dining, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathroom - sleeping 4 guests
Gite 3 - Kitchen, lounge, shower room, 2 bedrooms - sleeping 4 guests
Gite 4 - Kitchen/dining, lounge, 2 bathroom, 3 bedrooms (suitable for disabled access) - sleeping 6/8 guests

The 2 heated swimming pools are in the south facing extensive gardens, each with large sun bathing terraces, fenced for security. There is a pool house with toilet, wash basin and shower. There is a bar area beside one of the pools offering shade. The gardens extend to 2 acres in total.

The business has been established since around 1991 and offers a lifestyle change in lovely surroundings with a good income, lots of leisure time and a magnificent house to live in. Or increase your income and rent out the Logis!

Just a few minutes from the market town of Chef Boutonne with its' pavement cafe culture. 45 minutes to the cities of Poitiers (International airport and TGV station), Niort and Angouleme. Just over an hour from the coast and the lovely town of La Rochelle.

Kim Cowles, (Agent Commercial) - RSAC N° 50195547000015. (dont 5%TTC honoraires a la charge de l'acquereur)
Tel : 06 73 89 73 09 E-mail : kim@allez-francais.com