PLASSAC
A rare property comprising a former fortified water mill, parts of which date back to the 16th century; A large early 19th century main house with pigonier and a separate former distillery. The property stands on one hectare of land with a stream running through it.
The land is lawned with many trees including some very large chestnuts, poplars and a fruiting walnut tree. There is a long private drive off the lane and a large “pré” before the drive crosses the stream via a small (but very strong; OK for heavy trucks) bridge.
The property is surrounded by fields and is particularly quiet and peaceful.
There are three open fronted garages off the courtyard behind the main house together with a covered area for wood storage and four animal shelters. There is also a well which, at one time, provided the drinking water for the house but would need covering and testing before using now. (It never dries and is only 6 mtrs down to water level)
The sewage system is fully in accordance with current standards (Certificat de conformité issued.) with a fosse-septique of 10,000 ltrs. Capacity.
Main house for renovation
Approx 300 square meters with endless possibilities. Huge beams in all rooms and two enormous charentais stone fireplaces in two of the ground floor rooms. Roof requires complete rebuilding.
Electricity and water connected and provision made to connect to main drainage system.
Notable architectural features are the fireplaces and the main external door which has attractive carved stonework and the cellars which provide storage of about 80 mtrs. square.
Fortified Water Mill
Totally renovated with large living room with office/dining room off. Feature fireplace with fan assisted insert. Pierre apparente walls, attractive tiled floor and original mill features preserved. All windows are double glazed oak framed units with modern seal systems
Kitchen
Fitted with modern units and Beachwood work surfaces. Built in electric oven and gas hob (Propane with external bottle) There is a glass feature enabling the original mill race to be seen at one end.
Stairs leading to first floor
Large first floor bedroom approx 20 square mtrs. With exposed stonework walls, natural lambris ceiling and laminate floor. Roof beams left visible.
Second bedroom approx. 20 square mtrs. Exposed stone wall, lambris ceiling with roof beams visible. Carpeted and with large en-suite bathroom fitted with multi-jet shower, washbasin and WC.
Large family bathroom with bath, washbasin and WC.
Stairs to children’s sleep area/ storage area approx 10 square mtrs.
Former Distillery
Fully renovated and could be used as a gîte or family accommodation.
Double French doors leading from paved terrace to a large downstairs sitting room with modern fitted kitchen to one side and a log burner on the other side. There is a spiral staircase leading to the upper floor.
Landing
Tiled with double French door leading out to rear courtyard. (The land slopes such that the level at the rear of the mill and distillery is at floor height)
WC
Fitted with hand wash basin.
Bathroom
With modern multi-jet shower, modern glass washbasin, WC and electric heater.
Bedroom 1
Double room with stone wall. Window (double glazed) looking over lawns to stream. Electric heater and laminate flooring.
Bedroom 2
Double room with feature stone wall. Electric heater. Velux window.
Price £185,000 To include 37 hp tractor, finishing mower, plough and tipper box (unless previously sold)
We love Plassac and had many more plans for it but ill health prevents us from continuing; See for yourself what potential Plassac still offers.
Phone (0033) (0)5 45 78 39 12 or email Reith.Symonds@orange.fr and speak to Reith or Wendy. We will be only too pleased to show you around.