Opportunity! Medieval Church to Renovate with Living Quarters.

Property Description

In the historic St. Pauls quarter of Parthenay is this unique property, a medieval church to renovate, built around 1050, with below living quarters including kitchen, salon, bedroom, bathroom, cave.  There is a small south-facing garden with side access to the river Thouet, a courtyard and exterior steps to the above church hall. The church hall has a new roof but is otherwise bare, a 'blank canvas' for your renovation project. There are original corner columns and beautiful arched stone window openings.
Just over half of the church hall (total 84m2, height 8-10m) is currently for sale. It is part of a historical monument, the front street facade (main entrance - first photo) is protected. The interior can be transformed into a fabulous living space with connecting interior stairs to below living quarters. The price is also exceptional and allows for spend on the renovation instead. This unique property would make a fabulous home or rental accommodation.
The existing living quarters (60m2) are located on the ground floor and include a large kitchen (18m2) with newly installed town gas central heating, a living room (18m2) with corner fireplace, a bedroom (14m2) with built-in wardrobe, a bathroom with shower and wc, and a pantry - wine cave. Behind the plaster boards can be found hidden treasures such as original corner columns.
There is a shared courtyard with parking and a shared well. The property is within walking distance of the town center with supermarkets, cafes and restaurants. Nearest airports are Poitiers, 45 minutes, Nantes and La Rochelle 90 minutes.