Charming lock-and-leave stone house to update, – potential for gîte or family living

Charming lock-and-leave stone house to update. Two independent entrances allow the creation of separate dwellings. Close to the Green Périgord Natural Park and within cycling distance of the lakes and beaches of Haute Charente. The living space of approximately 167 sqm includes: 5 bedrooms, including one on the ground floor 1 living room with a wood-burning insert fireplace 1 existing kitchen 1 dining room 1 bathroom with WC upstairs 1 separate WC on the ground floor Cellar and well Low-maintenance garden of approximately 100 sqm. Part of the small garden is subject to a right of way, corresponding to a former municipal road now privatized. The property retains private use of the land, subject to compliance with the existing easement. Gîte or Family Home Project Possible The property benefits from two independent entrances, allowing the creation of two separate dwellings: Main dwelling: Approximately 68 sqm on the ground floor and 49 sqm upstairs (117 sqm total). A kitchen and an internal staircase need to be installed. The adjacent outbuilding (22 sqm, 3.5 meters wide) could be converted into a garage. Secondary dwelling: Approximately 16 sqm on the ground floor and 40 sqm upstairs (56 sqm total). A bathroom and WC could be created upstairs within the current storage room. The former stable could also be converted into a garage by creating an opening on the west side. Additional Features: Fibre-optic internet available Traditional stone and wood construction Well and cellar It is connected to mains drainage No central heating currently installed: a wood insert serves the main dwelling and a wood-burning stove serves the secondary area Condition of the Property: The structure is sound, with an excellent roof framework. The tiled roof dates from 1983 and remains functional, although replacement could be planned in the future. Works to be planned mainly concern interior updating and insulation improvements. Location: 20 minutes from the main road connecting Angoulême (TGV train station) and Limoges (international airport) 20 minutes by bicycle to the lakes and beaches of Haute Charente Surface areas are provided for information purposes only.