3-Bed Watermill House with Lake & Stream Near Barbezieux

Set behind iron gates and approached via a beautiful tree-lined gravel driveway, this detached three-bedroom former watermill enjoys a peaceful setting just five minutes from Barbezieux-Saint-Hilaire. Combining character, privacy and practical modern upgrades, the property offers a comfortable family home with its own lake, streams and generous grounds, all within easy reach of shops, schools and transport links.

The house sits within mature surroundings bordered by streams on two sides, with a small lake of approximately 600m² positioned beside the driveway. The waterways once powered the original mill, traces of which can still be found in one of the atmospheric stone cellars below the house.

Despite its rural feel, the property is exceptionally well connected. Barbezieux-Saint-Hilaire is only a few minutes away and provides supermarkets, restaurants, bars, schools, a college and cinema, while the nearby N10 offers fast access north towards Angoulême and Poitiers, and south to Bordeaux.

The house itself has been thoughtfully improved for year-round comfort. It benefits from double glazing throughout, triple glazing on the east-facing side, substantial insulation, a heat pump for economical heating, and a recently renewed rear roof section.

Accommodation is arranged over three floors.

On the ground floor, a bright and spacious entrance hall leads into a generous kitchen measuring approximately 21m². Beyond this is an impressive dining room of around 38m² filled with natural light from large windows overlooking the grounds. A comfortable living room of approximately 29m² also enjoys large windows and garden views. A further ground-floor bedroom includes a bath and bidet, offering flexible accommodation for guests or single-level living.

Upstairs are two additional bedrooms. The principal upstairs bedroom benefits from its own en-suite bathroom and a private balcony overlooking the lake and driveway. A third bedroom sits beneath the sloping roofline, adding charm and character. The insulated attic space also includes a VMC ventilation system.

The lower ground floor houses a large garage/workshop along with two substantial cellars, one of which retains visible evidence of the original mill workings, reinforcing the property’s historic character.

Outside, the combination of water features, mature trees and open land creates a peaceful natural environment with potential for gardening, small livestock or simply enjoying the space and privacy.

This is an appealing countryside property offering charm, practicality and excellent access to local amenities — ideal as a permanent family home, rural retreat or lifestyle property with water frontage.