Description

Historic charm, modern comfort, and exceptional value in the heart of southwest France
Step into timeless elegance with this beautifully restored 19th-century manor house, set within a tranquil walled park in the picturesque village of Matha. Located in the sought-after triangle of Matha, Saintes, and Cognac, this region is renowned for its rich cultural heritage, fine cuisine, and world-famous vineyards.

🏡 Property Overview
Built in 1840, lovingly renovated through 2015
481 m² (5,177 sq ft) of living space across multiple stone buildings
7 spacious bedrooms, each with its own bathroom or washroom
Separate guest house, games room, and wheelchair-accessible reception hall
Original features preserved: stone floors, antique fireplaces, historic cabinetry
Large covered porch suitable for multiple vehicles or a motorhome
2,500 m² (0.6 acres) of landscaped, walled gardens offering complete privacy
Pool-ready grounds with ample space for outdoor entertaining
This estate is ideal for those seeking a character-filled residence, a multi-generational home, or a unique investment opportunity in one of France’s most charming regions.

🌍 Prime Location
Walkable village amenities: shops, banks, post office, and schools (nursery to middle school)
25 minutes to the A10 motorway: Paris in under 5 hours, Bordeaux in under 2
Less than an hour to Atlantic beaches
High-speed TGV rail links at nearby Angoulême: Paris in approx. 2 hours
Whether you’re relocating, retiring, or investing, this location offers the perfect blend of rural tranquility and urban accessibility.

💰 Purchase Details (Life Annuity – Viager)
Initial payment (Bouquet): €295,000
Buyer’s agency fees: €35,000
Monthly annuity: €1,500, indexed to INSEE cost-of-living adjustments
Single occupant (female, born 22/12/1950 – age 74)
Market value: €590,000

This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of French history, with all the comforts of modern living. For those who appreciate authenticity, space, and lifestyle, this estate delivers.
📞 Contact us today to arrange a private viewing and explore the possibilities.

Heating: Fuel oil
Openings: Wood/Single glazing
Swimming pool: No
Other: Fiber optic Internet, Intercom
Surface: 481 m²
Living room: 40 m²
Terrace surface: 240 m²
Rooms: 12
Bedrooms: 7
Bathroom: 4
Shower room: 3
WC: 7
Construction: 1840
Interior condition: Good
Kitchen: Fitted and equipped/Independent
Furnishing: Unfurnished
View: Park
Exposure: Southwest
Indoor parking: 6
Cellar: Yes
Description of the pool: terrain piscinable
Plot size: 2507 m2
Levels (incl. ground floor): 3
Sanitation: Main drains compliant
Location: Matha
Property tax: 1034 € /year
Reference: 2685