A Characterful 19Th-Century Country Residence Near Angoulême

Property Description

Beyond its landscaped entrance, this gracious 19th-century residence reveals a world of its own: a welcoming courtyard, time-worn stone, mature greenery and generous interiors shaped by generations of family life.
Set near Angoulême in the commune of Vars, the property offers approximately 297 sq m of living space within more than 3.2 hectares of gardens and meadows. At the far end of the grounds, a quiet arm of the Charente lends a distinctly pastoral note to the landscape.
The ground floor extends to approximately 125 sq m and is arranged for both family life and entertaining. A generous entrance hall leads to a 31 sq m drawing room with a fireplace and a beautifully proportioned dining room of 35 sq m. The spacious 31 sq m kitchen forms the natural heart of the house, complemented by a 13 sq m utility room and a guest cloakroom.
The first floor is devoted to three generously sized bedrooms, each with its own bathroom or shower room. Their comfortable proportions and private facilities create an inviting and practical arrangement for family members and guests alike.
On the second floor, four further rooms and a shower room offer a more informal collection of spaces. Currently simple in character, they might become occasional bedrooms, studies, playrooms or peaceful retreats, adapting naturally to the changing needs of a family.
Throughout the house, original terracotta floor tiles, antique timber floors and period fireplaces preserve the warmth and authenticity of its past. The interiors now invite thoughtful renovation and sensitive modernisation, presenting an opportunity to bring renewed elegance and comfort to a home of genuine character.
Two substantial stone barns frame the property. Measuring approximately 200 sq m and 174 sq m respectively, they are presently used as garages and storage. Their remarkable volumes would particularly appeal to a car collector, craftsman or family seeking extensive space for workshops, sporting equipment and personal pursuits.
Outside, the beautifully arranged arrival courtyard gives way to gardens, open meadows and a swimming pool. Once within the grounds, the property feels sheltered and inward-looking, creating a private setting in which the house, its outbuildings and the surrounding land form a harmonious whole.
The residence combines the pleasures of country living with convenient access to Angoulême, its shops, services and high-speed rail connections.
A compelling family property for those drawn to authentic materials, generous proportions and the rare freedom to shape a historic home around their own way of life.