Property Description
Summary
Private sale with no agency fees.
Set at the end of a peaceful no-through lane and surrounded by open countryside and mature trees, this exceptional detached former watermill combines generous living space with a wealth of historic character.
The property comprises an approximately 200 m² main house arranged over two floors, together with a separate guest house of around 80 m², all set within approximately 1,500 m² of fully enclosed and landscaped grounds.
The main house offers four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a recently fitted kitchen with central island, a spacious living and dining room, an open sitting area, a dressing room and a beautiful Victorian-style conservatory overlooking the garden.
Original character features include exposed ceiling beams, an impressive visible timber roof structure, traditional solid wood floors, a large open fireplace and three balconies.
The separate guest house has its own kitchen with tiled flooring and a magnificent white and brass Godin range cooker, which is fully operational. It provides ideal accommodation for visiting family and friends and may also offer potential for use as a gîte, holiday rental or bed-and-breakfast, subject to any necessary permissions.
The property is sold fully furnished, including the characterful furniture, furnishings and decorative pieces shown in the photographs. The interiors have been carefully composed to complement the architecture and historic atmosphere of the former mill, allowing the new owners to move in and enjoy the property immediately.
Outside, the mainly level garden features mature trees, an established rose garden, a sunny terrace and several areas for outdoor dining and relaxation. There is ample space for the installation of a swimming pool, subject to planning permission.
A small seasonal stream runs beside the property and usually carries water from approximately October to May. According to the owners, there have been no known flooding problems.
Further features include a double garage, additional private parking, timber-framed double-glazed windows, oil-fired central heating, a large open fireplace, mains water and electricity, private drainage via a septic tank, internet access, mobile telephone reception and eight recently installed external window awnings.
The property is suitable for year-round living and would make a wonderful family home, country retreat or holiday residence. It is ready for immediate occupation and is offered as a genuine turnkey home.
Location
The property is situated in the peaceful village of Connantray-Vaurefroy, in the Marne department of the historic Champagne region.
It enjoys a quiet rural setting surrounded by fields and mature trees, while remaining within easy reach of shops and everyday services.
Amenities can be found approximately 5 km away, including shops, medical services, a pharmacy, schools, childcare, cafés, sports and leisure facilities and a natural swimming area.
The vineyards, Champagne houses and Champagne tourist route are approximately 10 km from the property.
Approximate driving times:
Châlons-en-Champagne: 40 minutes
Épernay: 45 minutes
Reims: 1 hour
Disneyland Paris: 1 hour 30 minutes
Paris: 2 hours
The location offers an appealing combination of tranquillity, countryside and convenient access to the vineyards, towns and attractions of the Champagne region.
Access
The property is easily accessible by road, with the N4 national route passing through Connantray-Vaurefroy and providing convenient connections towards Paris, Châlons-en-Champagne and the wider Grand Est region.
Châlons-en-Champagne railway station is approximately 40 minutes away by car and offers direct rail connections to Paris Gare de l’Est.
Châlons Vatry Airport is approximately 35 to 40 minutes away. Paris can be reached by car in around two hours, while Disneyland Paris is approximately one hour and 30 minutes away.
Interior
The main house provides approximately 200 m² of living accommodation arranged over two floors and combines generous proportions with a wealth of original character.
The ground floor comprises two bedrooms, one bathroom, a recently fitted kitchen with a central island and a spacious living and dining room with a large open fireplace. A beautiful recently added Victorian-style conservatory provides a light-filled additional living space and creates a seamless connection between the house and garden.
Character features on this floor include exposed ceiling beams, tiled floors and direct access to the grounds.
The first floor comprises two further bedrooms, a dressing room, a second bathroom and an open sitting area. It also features three balconies, an impressive exposed timber roof structure and traditional solid wood floors.
The separate guest house provides approximately 80 m² of additional accommodation. It has its own kitchen with tiled flooring and a magnificent white and brass Godin range cooker, which is fully operational and forms an exceptional centrepiece of the room. The guest house is ideal for visiting family and friends and may also offer potential for holiday accommodation or a gîte project, subject to the relevant permissions.
The property is sold fully furnished, including the characterful furniture, furnishings and decorative pieces shown in the photographs. The interiors have been carefully composed to complement the exposed timberwork and historic architecture, creating an elegant and harmonious French country atmosphere throughout.
The new owners can therefore move in and begin enjoying the property immediately.
Exterior
The property stands within approximately 1,500 m² of fully enclosed, mainly level and beautifully landscaped grounds.
Surrounded by open countryside and mature trees, the garden offers privacy, tranquillity and a particularly attractive natural setting. It includes an established rose garden, a sunny terrace and several areas suitable for outdoor dining and relaxation.
There is ample space for the installation of a swimming pool, subject to the necessary planning permission.
A small seasonal stream runs beside the property and generally carries water from approximately October to May. According to the owners, there have been no known flooding problems.
The property also benefits from a double garage, additional private parking and eight recently installed external window awnings.
The manageable size and mainly level layout of the grounds make them suitable for both permanent living and use as a holiday residence.
Additional Details
The property benefits from oil-fired central heating, a large open fireplace and timber-framed double-glazed windows.
The owners report annual heating oil consumption of approximately 2,000 litres, although actual consumption will naturally depend on occupancy and individual usage.
Services include mains electricity, mains water, internet access, television connection and mobile telephone reception. Private drainage is provided by a septic tank.
The statutory property diagnostic reports and energy performance assessment are currently being prepared.
The property is offered as a private sale with no agency fees and is ready for immediate occupation.
It is sold fully furnished, including the furniture, furnishings and decorative pieces shown in the photographs. A precise inventory of the items included in the sale can be agreed and recorded as part of the sale documentation.
This is a private sale. Unsolicited approaches from estate agents, brokers or other property intermediaries are respectfully declined.
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