- Bedrooms: 4 across the main house and two gîtes
- Bathrooms: 3 bath/shower rooms
- Habitable Size: 300 m²
- Land Size: 1.52 hectares (15,320 m²)
- Private Lake: Stocked with carp and koi carp
- Gîtes: Two income-generating gîtes plus potential for a third
- Outbuildings: Garage, summer kitchen, summer house by the river
- Solar Panels: Installed on main house, reducing electricity costs
A Property Like No Other
Set deep in the rolling Haute Vienne countryside near the town of Chateauponsac, this extraordinary bungalow complex is one of those rare properties that genuinely earns the phrase ‘little piece of paradise’. The main single-storey house is built out over the lake itself, with double doors from both the living room and a private bedroom opening directly onto a terrace that hovers above the water. The kitchen overlooks the lake through a generous double window, and the parquet-floored living and dining room — measuring over 34 square metres — is bathed in light and views. With two double bedrooms, a well-appointed main bathroom, and a private washroom off the first bedroom, the main house is a comfortable, characterful home that sets the tone for the whole estate.
The Lake — The Star of the Show
The private lake is undeniably the heart of this property. Stocked with an impressive head of carp and koi carp, it provides an almost hypnotic focal point to daily life here — fish rising to the surface to feed, kingfishers darting along the banks, and the sound of nothing but nature in every direction. The lake is bordered by a river on two sides, which adds to the sense of being completely immersed in the landscape. While the lake is not suited to a commercial fishery operation, it is absolutely perfect for families and guests to enjoy relaxed leisure fishing, and there is a charming summer house by the river — the ideal spot to watch the long summer evenings fade with a glass of wine in hand.
Income Potential and the Two Gîtes
The property has operated successfully as a gîte business for many years, with a loyal clientele who return season after season. Gîte 1 offers a conservatory lounge, open dining kitchen, a bedroom, and a bathroom. Gîte 2 is a delightful wooden chalet with an open-plan living, kitchen, and dining area, plus a bedroom and bathroom. The summer kitchen — currently split into two rooms including a WC — could easily be converted into a third gîte, offering further income potential. Add in the solar panels on the main house and the scope to expand the renewable energy provision, and the running costs of this estate could be genuinely impressive. Bed and breakfast potential adds yet another string to this property’s bow.
Life in the Haute Vienne
The Haute Vienne is one of the Limousin region’s most quietly beautiful departments — gently undulating countryside, clear rivers, ancient market towns, and a pace of life that feels like a remedy for the modern world. Chateauponsac and the larger town of Bellac are both a short drive away, providing daily essentials and authentic French market culture. The city of Limoges, with its international airport, excellent restaurants, and renowned porcelain heritage, is approximately 35 minutes away — making this feel genuinely remote while remaining reassuringly connected.
Getting There
Nearest Train Station: Chateauponsac has a small station on the Limoges–Guéret line, approximately 5 km from the property. Limoges-Bénédictins station, a major hub with connections to Paris and beyond, is around 35 km away.
Nearest Airport: Limoges – Bellegarde Airport (LIG) is approximately 35 km from the property, with regular flights to the UK and other European destinations.
If this extraordinary lakeside estate sounds like your dream French property, view the full listing here and get in touch to arrange a viewing. Properties like this do not stay on the market for long.
