Dirac, Cognac, Charente 16100

Housed in the picturesque Charente region and surrounded by picture-postcard scenery, this exclusive estate covers 80 hectares, 10 of which are occupied by a private lake. [b]LOCATION:[/b] - Located just 10 minutes from a city of 42,000 inhabitants, the estate enjoys a prime location. It is easily accessible via high-speed rail links: Paris 1h45, Bordeaux 30 minutes and Cognac 30 minutes. - It boasts a 400-meter private entrance to ensure maximum privacy. - The entire estate is a hunting and wildlife reserve. [b]THE MAIN ESTATE:[/b] The main residence, with an area of 2,000 square meters, promises a luxurious living experience. It has 12 bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, as well as spacious lounges, a state-of-the-art equipped kitchen dated 2009, and a meeting room. The spacious rooms offer elegant decor enhanced by period furniture. Comfort is amplified by 3 fireplaces and a spacious terrace overlooking the lake. [b]UTILITY SPACES:[/b] - An additional house of 140 sqm; - A separate 60 sq. m. vacation accommodation; - Equestrian facilities, including 7 horse stalls and an indoor riding arena; - A 20x60m sand dressage field (riding arena); - Various sports facilities, including a 20x5m swimming pool, a tennis court, and a pétanque playing area; - Two wooden piers on the lake; - A vegetable garden and several areas with AB certification for organic farming; - An own water source, saffron plantation, land suitable for tuffères (already present naturally). [b]POTENTIAL:[/b] - Currently the main house is charged to hotel 4**** with its own gourmet restaurant. - Possibility of adding 600 sq. m. and converting the existing 400 sq. m. barn (used as covered riding stables). [b]RECENT IMPROVEMENTS:[/b] The paving of the driveway with parking, installation of double glazing throughout the dwelling, septic tank and micro-station, roofing, etc. [b]NOTE:[/b] An additional 500 m² of building area is still possible. This is an exceptional property that offers a perfect balance between luxury and nature