A wonderful Cistercian Abbey/Castle of the 12th century modified in the 18th century with splendid cloisters, vault and many outbuildings including a Chapel standing in a peaceful and preserved estate of 78 Ha's (192 acres) and a fascinating history. This lovely property provides many opportunities for its new owners, either as an outstanding unique and private residence or a viable commercial proposition, at a time when the Poitou Charente region is gaining considerably in prestige. The Abbey was occupied by the first Pope in Avignon, Clement V, while studying for his Papal nomination and after its modification in the 18th century, the Abbey was sold during the French revolution.
The interior has many period features including Wood paneling, Fireplaces and broad Staircase from the Louis XV period and is very spacious, Living room 60m2, Dining room 53m2, 2 large Kitchens, Office 30m2, Wine cellar, Store room etc. 1st Floor has 12 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms and an Attic for conversion.
Interior work required; Painting & Wall coverings need refreshing/restoring, Sanitation requires modernising. The property is Alarmed and has Electric Heating.
The many outbuildings include an Apartment with Living room, Dining room, Kitchen, 4 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom, Fuel Heating, other outbuilding with Attic, Barn, Wardens House, 13th century Chapel and Stables. The 78 Ha's estate consists of 38ha's of meadow and 40 ha's of ancient woodland with a 1 Ha lake and a river runs through the estate.
Travel by Autoroute to Paris is approx. 210 miles, the nearest TGV station is approx. 9 miles (1hr 30mins to Paris) and it is only 15 mins from an airport with low cost flights to and from the UK.
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