Ancient 17th-Century Historic House for Full Renovation with Fishing Lake and 4 Acres
Dating back to the 17th century, this remarkable historic property offers a rare opportunity to restore an ancient home set within its own private grounds, complete with a fishing lake and approximately 4 acres of land.
The house itself is already watertight, benefiting from a recently renovated roof along with double-glazed windows and doors throughout. The interior is now a complete shell, allowing a new owner full freedom to design and create a bespoke home while respecting the building’s historic character.
A gentle walk to the rear of the property leads down to a beautiful 3.5-acre lake, believed to be stocked, although the species are currently unknown. The lake appears on land registry records dating back to 1825, while the house is first referenced in the 1600s, underlining the exceptional heritage of this setting.
The property sits alone within its land, surrounded by mature trees and established foliage, with gently sloping grounds leading down towards the lake, creating a peaceful and secluded environment.
Accommodation Layout
The house is arranged over three levels, connected by two internal staircases, one at each end of the building:
Ground floor: Three rooms
First floor: Corridor, four rooms, and an original historic toilet room
Second floor: Large attic space
All windows have been replaced with double-glazed units, complemented by lockable shutters.
Renovation Requirements
The property requires a full interior renovation, including:
Complete electrical installation
Heating system
Plumbing
Insulation to walls and roof
Plaster boarding
Kitchen and bathrooms
Installation of a fosse septique
The lake does not currently meet regulations; however, a new owner benefits from a three-year compliance period. Required works will include:
Removal of trees and overgrowth within and around the lake
Clearing of the water flow derivation
Clearing the overflow pond
This is a rare opportunity to restore a historic house with its own private fishing lake, combining architectural heritage with exceptional natural surroundings.
The property is located approximately 6 km from a lively market town offering a full range of amenities, including supermarkets, DIY and hardware stores, cafés, bars, and restaurants. The town also has a train station with direct services to Paris in under three hours. Limoges airport is around 50 minutes away, providing daily flights to the UK. Ref. : A41113LEL23