A well renovated, historic cottage that is situated in a small hamlet in the commune of Aubign, the commune is nestled between open fields, with views of the forest of Aulnay but with easy access to Aulnay and Chef Boutonne with all their commerce, schools and restaurants. This property was originally the village bakery and it has been renovated using the original bread oven, potager and stone sink as features. Exposed beams and stone walls are abundant throughout the deceptively spacious property as are chunky pine floors. Outside the house has an enclosed garden of approximately 194m, with an above ground pool, space for car standing and a small outbuilding. The property consists of an equipped kitchen/diner 23m leading to an unusual sitting area 9m adjacent to the original bread oven. A spacious lounge, 43m with original stone fireplace and a wood burner; a door from the lounge leads to a bright room, 17m plus a mezzanine. This room is positioned to allow the versatility of usage depending on individual needs, for example it would make an ideal childs bedroom/study/den or it could be used as a further reception room and office space. On the first floor is a landing 11.5m with doors to bedroom 123.5m with a shower room 2.7m that includes a shower cubicle, toilet and sink. The family bathroom 9m has a hydro-jet bath, shower, toilet and sink. Bedroom 2/3 14.5m comfortably accommodates 2 single beds. The house is situated on the borders of the Charente Maritime and the Deux Sevres and is an excellent base for exploring the Saintonge, Green Venice and coastal regions. The area has a wealth of Gallo-romano sites, swimming and fishing lakes and chateaux waiting to be discovered. Each year there is an abundance of traditional festivals and cultural events throughout the region 90 minutes away are the local airports at La Rochelle and Poitiers and the TGV station at Poitiers. Within 1 hour you can reach the cosmopolitan towns of Saintes and Cognac with interesting boutiques, cultural facilities, historical sites and annual festivals . Currently the house is used as a holiday home although originally renovated by the owners to be their permanent residence. |
