Bressuire, Charente 79300

In the midst of wooded landscape not far from a subprefecture in the Deux-Svres area, a residence firmly established for seven centuries. This house, present on records dating from the 15th century, is made up of an enclosed quadrangle, with the main living space facing outwards to the south, flanked by two round towers.The utmost care has been undertaken to consolidate, without altering, a settlement that became a farm.Two monumental fireplaces on the ground floor set the tone of the rooms they occupy: the kitchen/dining room and lounge. One of them leads to an office/library (on the ground floor of one of the round towers) and a shower room. On the upper floor, in the southern wing and western wing, there is a second lounge and four bedrooms of varying size.Many of the double-glazed oakwood windows are new and protected by grating dating from several centuries ago.The electrical installation was renovated ten years ago. The residence has gas central heating and the sewage system is compliant with modern standards.The courtyard is surrounded by approximately 500 m of buildings which can be used as they are or converted. These outbuildings form a courtyard that was once fortified and now enjoys privacy: a large barn/hangar, plus former byres, stables, bakery and kitchen. All the roofs have been recently renovated.