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3 Bed House for sale

Ruffec, Charente, Poitou-Charentes, France

£1,021,026 *  [€1,180,000]

3 Bed House for sale

Ruffec, Charente, Poitou-Charentes, France

£1,021,026 *  [€1,180,000]

Property Details


  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Plot size: 39832 m2
  • Habitable space: 552 m2

Full Description


Set within an exceptional equestrian estate spanning 20 hectares, this modern detached country residence offers panoramic views, generous living spaces, and top-tier equestrian facilities — an ideal haven for horse enthusiasts or those seeking rural living with business potential.

Main Residence:
This spacious and light-filled home is thoughtfully designed for comfort and functionality. At garden level, a welcoming entrance leads to:
• A bright, open-plan living room with large windows and access to a terrace offering uninterrupted countryside views.
• A fully equipped modern kitchen, flowing into a utility and laundry room with direct access to the basement.
• A principal air-conditioned bedroom suite featuring an en-suite with walk-in shower and a dressing room.
• A hallway connecting to two additional double bedrooms, a family bathroom, and a separate WC.

Additionally, a pool room with heated indoor swimming pool and direct terrace access makes this home perfect for year-round relaxation and entertainment.

The basement includes:
• Garage space for up to 4 vehicles
• Workshop
• Cellar
• Boiler room
• Extensive storage

Equestrian Facilities:
The estate comprises 20 hectares, including:
• 4 hectares in full ownership
• 8 hectares of adjoining leased land (permanent lease, transferable or potential purchase possible)
• 6 hectares of leased paddocks (10 minutes away, optional upon sale)

Equestrian buildings include:
• Main Stable Building (596 m²) – Renovated in 2022, includes:
• 4 large boxes (3x4m)
• Care and shower area
• Heated and fully equipped tack room
• 4-seater illuminated horse walker
• Forage and equipment storage
• Secondary Stable Block – 3 (3x4m) boxes and a wooden-fronted broodmare box, plus potential for 10–12 additional boxes (subject to permissions).
• Third Building – 3 broodmare boxes.
• Photovoltaic Building (800 m²) – Producing €17,000 annual income for 20 years. Houses:
• An illuminated indoor riding arena (36x18m) with high-performance fibre surface
• Storage area
• Outdoor Round Pen (70x40m) – Built in 2020 with fibre sand and smooth wooden fencing.
• 30,000-litre buried water tank
• Extensive meadows and paddocks with woodland backdrop, electric fencing, water points, and shelters — all maintained to a high standard.

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a countryside estate, fully equipped with operational equestrian facilities and offering additional income potential through renewable energy. It is equally suited as a private residence, a professional equestrian operation, or a lifestyle change project with possibilities for expansion.

Price including agency fees : 1 180 000 €
Price excluding agency fees : 1 121 000 €
Buyer commission, tax included: 5%
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