Refurbished 5 bedroom Mill for sale in Barbezieux Saint Hilaire, Poitou-Charentes

689,000 EUR 592,540 GBP 744,120 USD

Reference: 240401

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 4
Floor Size: 406 m2
Plot Size: 7.16 hectares / 17.7 acres

Features

Terrace
Lake or River Included
Possible Extra Dwellings
Potential for Income
Private
Quiet Area
Parking
Good Condition

Details

Ideally located in a quiet setting, yet just a stone's throw from a bustling town, this beautifully refurbished former mill house is set right in the heart of its 7 hectare plot with a swimming pool.

Updated to a very high standard, whilst retaining its character and charm, this lovely old mill house boasts 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms with an amazing living room of 80m2 with underfloor heating and a covered terrace overlooking the waters edge.

There is also a second smaller property to finish off (subject to necessary permissions) but ideal for potential letting or for friends and family.

The property has been the subject of complete renovation and is offered in excellent condition throughout, offering light and airy accommodation, particularly in the large living room. Downstairs master bedroom with stunning en-suite and walk in wardrobe. There is a good sized mezzanine above the living room which is currently used a a snug/TV area with a double bedroom off and newly fitted shower room. At the opposite end of the living space is a further staircase giving access to 2 further bedrooms and a bathroom and another rear staircase leading back down to the kitchen.

Adjacent to the kitchen is a stunning covered seating area overlooking the water offering an amazing place for alfresco dining and wasting away the hours.

The second property, set away from the main house, could easily be finished off (subject to necessary permissions) to create a great rental property for friends and family. Currently boasting a large double height room with enough space to create a living room and bedroom. Separate fitted kitchen with eating area and a newly fitted shower room. There is access on to the gardens boasting a good sized in ground heated swimming pool and views across the gardens and land which extends to around 7 hectares in total.

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France Property Buying Guide

1. Signing the Agreement (Compris)

On finding a property you wish to purchase you will need to negotiate the terms, price and conditions of the sale with the owner.

The next step, once you are in agreement, is to sign the preliminary contract (Compromis de Vente). This is a legal document and after ten days will be binding on both parties. Rules change frequently in France and it is best to consult with your notary about when this period starts. Generally the compris will be signed in France with the Agent.

Variants can be included in the compris, for example an Acte (clause) can be added if the name or names to go on the title deed have not been finalised. If a mortgage will be required to purchase the property, the details for this, including the name of the mortgage company, must be on the compris.

2. Paying the Deposit

Generally the deposit will be 10% of the agreed purchase price. This will normally be paid to the notaire. There are exceptions to this, if the agent holds a carte professionelle, is bonded and fully registered then you may pay them, but do not hand over the deposit to anyone else. If for some reason the purchase does not go through, for example, if you write to the notaire and the agent that you do not wish to go continue with the purchase before the contract is binding (within seven days of signing the compris), then your deposit would be repaid. This would also apply if a condition had not been met, or the mayor or S.A.F.E.R. (a government agency that has the right of first purchase on most rural property that comes onto the market in France) could oblige the purchaser to give way. If you decide after the seven days 'cooling off' period that you do not wish to complete the purchase and pull out of the sale you would lose your deposit. If however the vendor pulls out of the sale then you will receive your deposit back plus the same amount from the vendor.

3. On Completion

Generally it will take around two or three months to complete the purchase.

During this time the balance of the purchase money must be paid into the account of the notaire, this must be done well ahead of the completion date. The notaire will prepare the documents, check that the deed of sale (Acte de Vente) is in order and have the legal title ready to be signed over. It is possible to have someone sign on your behalf if you give them power of attorney. An interpreter may be of use at this point if your French is not very good and many Notaires will suggest (or insist) that an interpreter is with you.