Discover a bespoke 19th century house nestled along the
River Isle in the Bordeaux region of France.
CLOSE TO Saint-Émilion
Built in 1830 by a wealthy wine merchant from Bordeaux, this meticulously maintained, private stone house boasts refined living surrounded by nature in one of France’s most precious and impressive regions.
2 Hectares
PRIVATE ISLAND
house / villa
550 m² / 5920 sq ft
8 Bedrooms
Sleeps UP to 20
5 BathroomS
AMERICAN KITCHEN
double appliances
wine cave
Swimming Pool
Carport
Workshop
€ 1,225,000



















The property welcomes you with a private drive lined by dozens of original French Plane trees that date back more than 200 years—only to arrive at the residence, which is a unique gem that has been exceptionally maintained inside and out to ensure both residents and guests create extraordinary memories.
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Original manor construction dates back to 1830
Gated entrance to property that is set well back from the main road for complete privacy
Private drive lined with dozens of French Plane trees dating back 200+ years
Approximately two (2) hectares / 20,000 m² / 4.94 acres of secured land
Total covered area is approximately 550 m² / 5,920 sf
Main house roofing is renovated (2022) slate and the rest of the roofing is tile
Landscaped terrace with shade structures within the gardens that overlook the fields and river at the back of the property
Salt water swimming pool (6 x 12 meters / 19.6 f x 39.3 f)
Property boasts its own 3,000 m² / 32,291 sf private island on the River Isle (safe and clean for swimming)
More than half of the total property is landscaped and maintained with the rest being left wild for ecological reasons
Iron gate and fence lines along select areas of the property
Dedicated well with unlimited water supply
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Total developed area is approximately 550 m² / 5,920 sf
Manor (main) house features 6 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, two (2) reception areas, library, an open concept kitchen, office, and laundry room
Two (2) additional (attached) cottages on property with each at approximately 60-70 m² / 645-753 sf
Extensive upgrades, renovations, and modernizations
Manor (main) house living room features two (2) stunning wood-burning stoves
American kitchen measuring approximately 60 m² / 645 sf that was added to the property thirty (30) years ago
Gas kitchen
Two (2) Bosch refrigerators
Two (2) Miele ovens and double stovetop
Luxury granite countertops & backsplash
Bosch dishwasher
Fully-upgraded bathrooms with luxury finishes
Newly-installed, high-end furnace (central heat) and water tank
Select rooms feature original wooden beams, and original parquet and stone flooring
Original crown moldings throughout
Renovated wine cellar with storage capacity at 500+ bottles
Select areas feature 19th century glass and all other areas feature double-paned glass
Two (2) washing machines and two (2) dryers
High ceilings throughout the property (Main house and cottages have 10 ft. ceilings; main house 2nd floor has 13 ft. ceilings)
Ample natural light throughout the main house and cottages via windows and skylights
Large, secure on-property workshop space
Covered car port
Two separate attic spaces with ample storage
Two wall/ceiling climate units for additional heat and A/C (rarely utilized based on local climate)
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This property has undergone several key upgrades and renovations that have elevated the property’s energy rating for greater efficiency and comfort.
Furnace replaced (2022)
Upgraded home insulation (2022)
Slate roof (main house) repair and renovation (2022)
Main house exterior facade maintenance and renovation (2022)
In addition to the stated renovations, the property is permitted to build upon entrance from the main road on both sides of the entry drive.
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This exquisite property is located outside of Bordeaux to the northeast in the Dordogne department of France.
The property is nestled along the Isle River, which has a history dating back to 1820.The property is located in a small town that is approximately one hour (by car) from Bordeaux, Périgueux and Bergerac. The picturesque town of Saint-Émilion is just 26 km away, the archaeological site of a Roman villa at Montcaret 17 km and the Jardins de Sardy 18 km.
MAP OF GENERAL AREA
Based on the location, access to a car is highly recommended for day-to-day conveniences.By AIR: Fly into Bordeaux International Airport (1h15m nonstop from Paris)
By TRAIN: From Bordeaux via TER train (40m)
By CAR: From Bordeaux city center (1h)
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Bordeaux is the capital of the department of Gironde and is world-famous for its wines from these regions. The area has a maritime climate, which causes rather wet and mild winters. The summers are nice and warm with many sunny hours.
According to the NOAA, the average temperatures (high/low) by month are as follows.
January:
10°C / 3°C; 50°F / 37°F
February:
12°C / 4°C; 54°F / 37°F
March:
15°C / 5°C; 59°F / 41°F
April:
18°C / 7°C; 64°F / 45°F
May:
21°C / 11°C; 70°F / 52°F
June:
25°C / 14°C; 77°F / 57°F
July:
27°C / 16°C; 81°F / 61°F
August:
27°C / 16°C; 81°F / 61°F
September:
24°C / 13°C; 75°F / 55°F
October:
19°C / 10°C; 66°F / 50°F
November:
14°C / 6°C; 57°F / 43°F
December:
11°C / 4°C; 52°F / 40°F -
Annual taxes on the property are approximately € 3,200 (based on 2023-2024 actual data).
The property has a current energy rating of a “Class C”, which is defined below and is more efficient than most properties of this age and in this area of France.
Class C:
Considered “fairly efficient housing”: from 110 to 180 kWh/m²/year and from 11 to 30 kg CO2/m²/year” -
By appointment only starting April 1, 2025.
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MOULIN-NEUF - 24700 FRANCE
Discover the Wine
there are 6,000 wineries in Bordeaux and the region produces 65 million cases of wine per year, representing approximately 15% of all of the wine produced in France.
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