Superb 18th-Century Property on 5.8 Hectares Along the Banks of the Dordogne

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Accessed via a long private drive, with nearly 5.8 hectares of gardens, woods and farmland, this elegant 18th-century property perfectly combines period charm with modern-day comfort. Benefiting from direct access to the Dordogne River, a large heated swimming pool, and a beautiful outbuilding that includes a former caretaker’s cottage awaiting restoration, it presents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial country estate in an idyllic riverside setting.

Ideally located just moments from Branne and Saint-Émilion, 15 minutes from Libourne, and around 35 minutes from Bordeaux, the property enjoys both peace and convenience.

The main house, offering approximately 723 m² of living space, has been entirely redecorated with luxurious finishes and equipped with modern amenities. Large through-windows flood the interiors with natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. At the front, the property opens onto a charming courtyard with a central lawn and the Dordogne, while at the rear, a vast terrace overlooks the pool and tree-lined lawns that extend towards the surrounding farmland. The setting is tranquil and enjoys a seamless connection with nature.

A spacious entrance hall runs the full depth of the house, leading directly to the terrace and pool. On one side lies a 41 m² living room with an original stone fireplace and period features; opposite, a second 39 m² salon currently used as a TV room. At the heart of the home, a spectacular open-plan dining area of nearly 96 m² features a striking modern staircase, two dining spaces, and French doors opening onto the terrace. Designed for entertaining, this room includes a wine fridge, a Miele multi-function oven, a warming drawer, and extensive built-in storage.
A large additional living room, with a discreet wood-burning stove and contemporary feature wall, adjoins a newly fitted modern kitchen. Bright and highly functional, this kitchen offers a central island and top of the range appliances, including two Miele ovens, a Fulgor Milano range cooker with six gas burners and plancha, two Siemens refrigerators, a Liebherr freezer, two Siemens dishwashers, and a tap providing filtered and instant boiling water. The ground floor also includes an office, utility room with two boilers, cloakroom, and cleverly concealed storage spaces. An original stone staircase leads directly to the principal suite.

Upstairs, the main staircase divides into two wings. The first comprises two spacious bedrooms, each with its own en suite bathroom, and a landing enhanced by a wood-burning stove set within a stone fireplace. The second wing offers an open sitting area, two further bedrooms sharing a large family bathroom and an additional shower room, as well as a spectacular principal suite. The suite features a large bedroom with a stone fireplace, a dressing room, and a luxurious bathroom of almost 40 m² with a central oval bath offering views over the river, a walk-in shower, double basins, and a WC discreetly separated by a glass partition.

The property has undergone significant technical improvements, including upgraded electrical systems with three-phase power and a fast electric vehicle charging point, a water softener, a renewed pool filtration system, and two septic tanks, one of which is recent. Heating is provided by three oil-fired boilers offering zoned control, supplemented by two efficient wood-burning stoves.

The grounds of c. 5.8 hectares include wooded areas, lawns, and farmland currently leased to a local farmer under a short, renewable agreement, presently planted with sunflowers.

The approach to the house is particularly picturesque, bordered by woodland on one side and the river below. Mature trees surround the lawns, creating an atmosphere of complete tranquillity and privacy, making this an exceptional and truly unique country residence.

For further information, please contact Nicole:
+33 (0)6 11 39 28 28 / +33 (0)5 57 14 92 70
Property reference: KM1138