castles for sale Allier, France

Ref.4462 : Charming 18th century Château in the Bourbonnais region In the heart of France, in the historic region of Bourbonnais, stands a delightful 18th-century château, built in two-tone brick and dominating a hilltop in a rural setting. Nestling in the immediate vicinity of Moulins-sur-Allier, this château enjoys a privileged location, combining a rural ambience with urban accessibility. Ideally situated to the south of the town, it is just a few minutes from local shops and the train station, served by the Paris/Clermont-Ferrand line, as well as motorway access, making it easy to get around and offering convenient access to major cities. The property is located close to the A79 motorway. As a result, some road noise may be perceptible, with its intensity varying depending on the direction and strength of the wind. This 18th-century château was built in two-tone brick. The two-storey building, partly built over cellars, includes numerous reception rooms and eleven bedrooms. The property has retained its authenticity, with beautiful fireplaces, wood panelling and decorative features. This exceptional property, steeped in history and full of potential, is ideal for events and bed & breakfast with its 11 bedrooms in the château, its secondary dwelling that could be converted into a gîte and its numerous outbuildings. It does, however, require extensive restoration. This U-shaped residence offers around 700 sqm of living space on two levels. Ground floor : The west-facing entrance hall leads to the main building and the south wing. The south wing comprises a billiards room and a large, light-filled lounge opening on to the parklands to the south. Off the entrance hall is a large room leading to two annexes opening on to the courtyard and parklands. The main building houses a dining room, a kitchen and a library. Another entrance at the other end of the main building on the west side also leads to the north wing. The north wing houses two bedrooms, one of which features magnificent wood panelling, and a bathroom. First floor : accessible via two staircases - the main staircase leading to the entrance hall and the service staircase serving the north wing - has nine bedrooms, the most spacious of which are located in the main building. The north wing also includes an attic with potential for conversion into living space. This property has multiple buildings in the rear courtyard, offering great potential for conversion and storage: - A small two-bedroom dwelling, currently vacant - A large barn with numerous possibilities - A spacious workshop - A former stable with horse stalls - A charming chapel in a square pavilion topped by an elegant bell tower Ideal for a variety of projects, in a setting full of character. The leisure-oriented property has a vast 28.5 acres (11.54 hectares) estate, including 4 acres (2 hectares) of parkland around the château with a swimming pool and pool house (2012), a tennis court and 24.5 acres (10 hectares) of land including a woodland plantation (Douglas fir and Laricio pine). A virtual tour is available on request. Cabinet LE NAIL – Bourbonnais - Mr Philippe de SALMIECH : +33(0)2.43.98.20.20 Philippe de SALMIECH, Individual company, registered in the Special Register of Commercial Agents, under the number 477 967 244. We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.

In central France, in the Bourbonnais bocage, A listed 14th- and 17th-century farmhouse château with a riding arena, lake, and meadows, on 28 ha. The farmhouse château, a listed building (Monument Historique), is laid out around a large square courtyard bordered by four ranges of buildings. Two wings of service buildings extend the south side and form an open forecourt, reached over a bridge spanning a moat. A square porch pavilion of exposed rubble stone pointed in lime, with a carriage entrance and a wooden pedestrian door, marks the access to the property. The imperial roof has slopes covered alternately in fishscale tiles and flat tiles, with a slate bell-turret above. This entrance evokes the history of the site. Through the pavilion, a keep of exposed rubble stone under Bourbonnais flat tiles comes into view along its axis. The wings of the house repeat the same architectural style, with towers and wooden galleries, open or closed. Stone dormers in the roofs and Burgundy stone surrounds to the doors and openings add to the overall architectural coherence. The house has turrets and bartizans, and a large round tower at its south end houses the chapel. A small bell-turret and a cross top the tower's roof. Around the main house, several outbuildings remain from the former agricultural use of the site: a mill, a sheep shed, a henhouse, a barn, and a kennel. Some of these buildings are now used as a stable and a garage. There is also a riding arena. The courtyard and the areas around the buildings are landscaped with gravel drives, low dry-stone walls, and lawns with potted olive trees and shrubs.

Elegant castle of the seventeenth, eighteenth and nineteenth centuries of 589 m² of living space. A second floor of 262 m² can be converted. Three houses for rental use. Outbuildings. Swimming pool. Pleasure park, land and woods for a total of 53 ha. Located at the gates of Moulins. Ref 1014.

Beautiful real estate complex in perfect condition including a neo-Renaissance castle of 427 m², two outbuildings for tourist and event use consisting of 3 bedrooms, a dwelling of 80 m², a reception room of 150 m², three other meeting rooms and a professional kitchen, all in an enclosed park of 30 ha. Located 20 km from Montluçon and 14 km from the A71. Ref 996.

18th-century château on 3.9 hectares of parkland, possibility of 107 hectares of additional free land Near Cérilly, this château of approximately 550 m² (5,800 sq ft) comprises spacious and bright reception rooms, 9 bedrooms, and 6 bathrooms; numerous period features (parquet floors, fireplaces). The house is used as a gîte, an artist's studio, garages, a small independent tower, and a well. All in very good condition. The 3.9 hectares of wooded parkland includes meadows, woods, ponds, a vegetable garden, and an orchard, and a secure swimming pool. Possibility of purchasing the adjoining farm with 107 hectares of land. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

Exceptional Directoire-style château and stud farm on 39.8 hectares with a pond Set in a sumptuous setting overlooking meadows and a pond, this exceptional property includes a fully renovated 968-square-meter Directoire-style château (a 4-star hotel with 16 rooms and a restaurant), a large guest house, an annex (three hotel rooms), enclosed garden, swimming pool, and vegetable garden, a stud farm with two staff houses, a riding arena, a lunging ring, paddocks, a large indoor riding arena, a small outdoor arena, and a large show jumping arena. Information on the risks associated with this property is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.f

Offering approximately 400 sqm of living space, this magnificent château comprises: * Basement: large cellar * Ground floor: spacious kitchen/dining room * First floor: large living room with a magnificent monumental fireplace, 3 bedrooms, 2 of which have en-suite shower rooms * Second floor: spectacular 150 sqm room ready to be converted, featuring beautiful roof timbers and an impressive 14-metre ceiling height, as well as 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom The property also includes a large gîte (200 m² in total), offering a total of 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The estate also features a range of substantial outbuildings, including: * A beautiful 230 sqm reception room with a capacity of up to 200 guests * An approximately 80 sqm catering area * The former stable area, approximately 80 sqm, often used as a lounge bar or cloakroom * A storage area for maintenance equipment * A final barn of approximately 150 sqm The estate extends over approximately 1.23 hectares, with beautiful landscaped gardens. Swimming pool, with the possibility of creating a tennis court. No immediate neighbours. An exceptionally peaceful and private setting. This magnificent château is currently one of the region's best-known and most highly regarded wedding venues, but it would also make a wonderful family home. Sold fully furnished and equipped.

Castle built in 1879 in the Renaissance style of 328 m². Beautiful reception rooms opening onto a south-facing terrace with panoramic views. Two outbuildings. Pleasure park with hundred-year-old trees, orchard, vegetable garden and pond, for a total of 5.22 ha. No nuisance. On the edge of the village, 11 km from Saint Pourçain sur Sioule and 20 km from the A71. Ref 1023.

Ref.4765 : Property with beautiful reception rooms in Centre of France. In the heart of Bourbonnais, in the Allier department, the property enjoys an unobstructed view, close to the vineyards of Saint-Pourçain-sur-Sioule and the towns of Moulins and Vichy, renowned for their rich architectural, cultural and thermal heritage. This area is distinguished by a remarkable concentration of châteaux, manor houses and characterful residences, emblematic of its history. Sheltered from view, the property is only 3 kilometres from the nearest shops and about 20 minutes from a motorway link connecting Paris to Clermont-Ferrand. It also benefits from its proximity to a village listed among Les Plus Beaux Villages de France (The Most Beautiful Villages of France). After passing through a remarkable gate, a horse-riding path leads majestically to a second gate, whose pillars come from the Tuileries, opening onto the main façade of the castle, harmoniously oriented to the east and punctuated by four elegant dormer windows. The central section is flanked by two wings: one now used for events, the other reserved for accommodation, offering a fluid and coherent layout. The entire property has a living area of approximately 325 sqm. The tour continues through a French garden, featuring a fountain with a pond and two old wells, before reaching the entrance to the château. THE CENTRAL BUILDING & NORTH WING : On the ground floor: as soon as you walk through the front door, the magic begins: the draped fabrics give the space a warm and refined atmosphere. Opposite, there is an office with a window opening onto the rear of the property, facing west. On the left is a reception room measuring over 40 sqm, enhanced by an 18th-century wooden fireplace. The room is distinguished by its carved and painted beams, remarkable decorative features from the 18th century. Adjacent to this is a beautiful 16 m² bedroom with its own wooden fireplace, shower room and toilet. On the left is a reception room measuring over 40 sqm, enhanced by an 18th-century wooden fireplace. The room is distinguished by its carved and painted beams, remarkable decorative features from the 18th century. Adjacent to this is a beautiful 16 sqm bedroom with its own wooden fireplace, shower room and toilet. To the right of the entrance, the staircase leads to the cellars and the upper floor. It adjoins a large room of nearly 50 sqm, known as the library. This room features beautiful decorative elements: a Renaissance stone fireplace, trumeaux and painted and carved beams. A corridor then leads to a laundry room, followed by a kitchen with a range cooker and a large fireplace. Next door is a dining room of around 45 sqm, with old terracotta tiles and a French ceiling, enhanced by a large fireplace. This leads to a corridor leading to a large bedroom with a Renaissance fireplace and cushioned seats, a shower room with toilet, then a second spacious bedroom, also with a 17th-century fireplace and terracotta tiles. Upstairs: a landing leads to two large rooms currently being renovated, offering great potential for conversion into additional bedrooms. One of these rooms has a surface area of approximately 70 sqm and includes a room with the necessary facilities for the creation of a bathroom, while the second, approximately 47 m², can also be converted as required. In the basement there are vaulted cellars with the boiler room and a workshop. THE SOUTH WING : The South Wing, dedicated to events (classified as a 5th category public building with a Licence IV), offers functional and refined spaces. On the ground floor, there is a large reception room of approximately 80 sqm, equipped with a bar and a majestic 16th-century fireplace. A second adjoining room of 30 sqm leads to toilets, cloakrooms and a disabled toilet. A room currently used as a professional kitchen completes the ensemble. It opens directly onto the swimming pool, offering perfect continuity between indoors and outdoors. Upstairs, a room of approximately 40 sqm serves as a dormitory. This south wing also has a large room to be converted on the ground floor and upstairs, as well as a bathroom to be installed, offering significant additional conversion potential. The property covers 5.49 acres (2,22 hectares), including a landscaped park where lime trees and yews form a beautiful bridle path. It also boasts a quick tennis court, a swimming pool with its own bar, a terrace and a jacuzzi, all creating a friendly and exotic atmosphere. This relaxation area is easily accessible from the south wing of the house. A barn of approximately 200 sqm, with a small cellar, is located at the rear of the property. Cabinet LE NAIL – Saône-et-Loire & Bourbonnais - M. Lionel MILLET : +33(0)2.43.98.20.20 Lionel MILLET, Individual company, registered in the Special Register of Commercial Agents, under the number 942 190 125. We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.

Fully restored seventeenth-century castle of 476 m². Many original decorative elements. Beautiful reception rooms. The south wing is devoted to events: a 116 m² reception room, professional kitchen, changing rooms and toilets. Swimming pool, jacuzzi, bar and terraces facing south. Park of 2.22 ha. Located 6 km from Chantelle. Ref 1028.

Réf. 4909: 19th-century château near Moulins In the heart of the Bourbonnais, within a preserved natural setting, this château is situated on a single, contiguous estate covering 13 hectares and 40 ares, comprising woodland and meadows. Sheltered from prying eyes, the property offers a living environment ideal for contemplation and walks, whilst enjoying excellent transport links. The estate enjoys a particularly favourable location. The A79 motorway is less than 10 minutes away, and the Route Nationale 7 is also quickly accessible, making it easy to reach the main road networks. It is approximately 3 hours 45 minutes from Paris, 1 hour 20 minutes from Clermont-Ferrand, 2 hours from Lyon and 3 hours from Geneva. Major cities are easily accessible: Paris is around 3 hours 45 minutes away, Clermont-Ferrand 1 hour 20 minutes, Lyon 2 hours and Geneva 3 hours. Moulins-sur-Allier railway station, served by regular services, allows you to reach Paris in just over two hours. Lyon Airport is less than two hours away, offering excellent connections to destinations across France and internationally. This combination of extensive natural grounds and easy access gives this property a balance that is particularly sought-after for a family home, a venue for entertaining or a prestigious hospitality venture. Built at the end of the 19th century by a renowned architect from the Allier region, this elegant château served for many years as a prestigious hunting lodge. Its architecture is characterised by the harmony of its façades, where the light-coloured render blends elegantly with a palette of red bricks and cut stone. The slate roof, punctuated by dormer windows with pediments and ridge finials, is enhanced by delicate, continuous balconies featuring intricate wrought-ironwork. With a total living area of approximately 760 sqm, the property is laid out as follows: Ground floor Upon entering, the spacious hall reveals the property’s architectural quality, featuring a remarkable original mosaic depicting intertwined fan motifs. A majestic bay window opens onto a south-east-facing terrace, offering unobstructed views of the grounds. This level boasts generous proportions, high ceilings, remarkable wood panelling and numerous stained-glass windows that cast a soft light into the reception rooms. It comprises: - a study; - an elegant sitting room; - a second reception lounge featuring a beautiful wooden fireplace; - a spacious and particularly light-filled dining room; - a second study; - a large kitchen; - a utility room; - a laundry room. First floor Accessible via the main staircase and a service staircase, this level comprises: - Six bedrooms, each with its own en-suite shower room and toilet. This layout offers the ideal level of comfort for a family home or a high-end hospitality project. Second floor Accessible via the service staircase, this top floor is yet to be fitted out according to the future owner’s requirements. It offers significant potential, with: - five bedrooms to be created; - three additional bedrooms already equipped with the necessary plumbing for the installation of their bathrooms; - two existing bathrooms; - a toilet; - two existing bedrooms. This floor offers a wealth of space, allowing for the creation of new reception areas, additional suites or a layout designed for a luxury accommodation business. Outbuildings : The numerous outbuildings are a real asset to this property and open up a wide range of possibilities, whether for family use, tourism or events. The first outbuilding, with a living area of 147 sqm, has been completely renovated to serve as a holiday cottage. It is now divided into six self-contained flats, each comprising a bedroom with an en-suite shower room and toilet. One of the flats, situated on the ground floor, features facilities designed to ensure accessibility and ease of use. Each flat has its own separate entrance, guaranteeing comfort and independence for its occupants. A second outbuilding, situated at the rear of the château, is centred around a workshop. Two apartments have been fitted out on either side. The first, measuring 56sqm, comprises two bedrooms, a kitchen opening onto a living area, and a bathroom. The second, measuring 41m², features a living room, a bedroom and a shower room. All of these outbuildings were designed as part of an ambitious project for events and hospitality. The property also has a planning permission granted by the local council, authorising the creation of a function room for hosting weddings, receptions and other events. Some finishing work remains to be carried out in order to realise this potential to the full. Architectural plans are already available to support the completion of this project and enable its future owner to bring this vision to life. The château stands at the heart of a single, contiguous estate covering 32 acres, offering a well-preserved and perfectly maintained setting. The grounds, which cover nearly 8 hectares, were designed and planted by a renowned local landscape architect. They feature a beautiful variety of tree species, including majestic English oaks, American oaks, pines, acacias and lime trees, lending the estate an atmosphere that is both elegant and authentic throughout the seasons. A vast meadow of around 6 hectares harmoniously complements the estate and offers numerous development possibilities, whether for an equestrian project, recreational use or simply to enhance the landscape. The property also features a reservoir, which adds to the estate’s natural charm. However, this is not fed by a spring. Cabinet LE NAIL – Saône-et-Loire & Bourbonnais - M. Lionel MILLET : +33(0)2.43.98.20.20 Lionel MILLET, Individual company, registered in the Special Register of Commercial Agents, under the number 942 190 125. We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.

A human-scale 18th-century chateau in around 4 hectares of parkland, in the countryside around the Bourbonnais sector. The estate spreads out over a surface of approximately 4hectares. The chateau, which was erected in 1758, stands out thanks to its classical architecture, which is typical of grand French residences from the second half of the 18th century. It boasts a symmetrical layout including a central section flanked by two wings, providing structure to the south-facing main facade. In the 19th century, a staircase tower was added to one of the wings. The three-storey residence has a ground floor, first floor and a not yet converted loft beneath a slate Mansard roof, which is punctuated by three gable dormers with triangular pediments as well as by several chimney stacks. Thanks to the tall windows on the facade, the interior is generously bathed in light. The ashlar door and window surrounds, the stringcourses as well as the quoins emphasise the structure’s well-organised appearance. The slender tower provides a picturesque touch and pays witness to the enhancements made in the 19th century, which were nonetheless in keeping with the style of the original construction. Tracks and paths wind through the classically inspired parkland, providing structure and carefully crafted perspectives, faithful to the tradition of French rural properties, designed to combine appearance, comfort and harmony with the natural environment.

Magnificent château dating from 1880, offering approximately 1,060 sqm of living space and 22 main rooms, including spacious reception lounges and guest bedrooms already in operation. Part of the property remains to be renovated, offering significant potential for further development. The outbuildings are arranged around a large courtyard and include several structures: a renovated pavilion with 6 bedrooms, fully operational gîtes, additional spaces currently being fitted out for accommodation and events, as well as planning permission granted for an orangery dedicated to hosting events. Set within a 13-hectare estate featuring a pond, woodland, and meadows, the property enjoys an exceptional natural environment. Easy access to major road networks, located 20 km from Moulins, 8 km from Le PAL (wildlife and leisure park), and close to all amenities. Ideal for a tourism or events-based project (weddings, seminars, guest accommodation). Sale price including agency fees: €850,000 Fees payable by the buyer Agency fees: 5% incl. VAT of the net seller price, i.e. €40,476 Net seller price: €809,524 Energy rating: F Climate rating: F Estimated annual energy costs for standard use: between €25,640 and €34,740 per year (prices indexed as of 01/01/2021). Information on potential risks related to this property is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

16th and 19th centuries castle. 594 m². 2 reception rooms. Guest house. Ourtbuildings. Pool. 7,7 ha of land. 12 km far from Vichy. Ref 1053.

Ref.4674 : French restored chateau for sale in Centre of France Located on the slopes of a hill in the Allier department, in the heart of a landscaped park dotted with majestic century-old sequoias, the château blends harmoniously into its surroundings. Built along an east-west axis, it displays its noble façade flanked by two towers, gracefully asserting its character and history. The château enjoys a strategic location: just 17 km from Vichy, queen of spa towns (a renowned spa town), listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, less than 20 minutes from an SNCF train station (direct line to Paris in 3 hours), 10 minutes from a motorway access and 1 hour from Clermont-Ferrand airport. This accessibility gives the property a balance between refined seclusion and efficient connections. Built on the site of an ancient feudal mound that once housed a 15th-century castle, it is a subtle reinterpretation of historical architecture. Over time, the property has had several owners, each bringing their own vision to it. Although its medieval appearance, with its slender towers topped with Gothic spires, evokes the splendour of the Middle Ages, this castle is in fact an elegant 19th-century construction with a living area of 1,100 sqm. It has been converted into several apartments, each with independent access and an average surface area of 150 sqm. The flexibility of use of the property makes it a rare find, serving as a prestigious private residence, a charming home for discerning guests, or an ideal setting for intimate and refined receptions with its modular outbuildings. IN THE SOUTHERN PART: On the garden level (semi-basement): The entrance is on the north side, providing access to the laundry room, boiler room and an apartment with a bedroom, bathroom, shower, sauna and kitchen. On the ground floor: The entrance is through the majestic castle tower, opening onto a vast vestibule with spectacular high ceilings, enhanced by superb wood panelling and refined period parquet flooring. On the left is the centrepiece of the residence: a vast reception room bathed in light, whose charm is enhanced by an imposing solid carved wooden fireplace. It rises up to the French ceiling. Its structure is punctuated by fluted columns in veined white marble resting on bases and topped with delicately crafted capitals. The ensemble is crowned by a sculpted arched pediment topped by a decorative urn framed by volutes. A true work of cabinetmaking art, it embodies the French art of living at its most refined. A 15sqm office is available opposite the entrance. On the 1st floor: A duplex apartment (1st and 2nd floors) A large fitted kitchen/bar opens onto a huge living room through an arched opening framed by two green marble columns. The solid wood parquet flooring laid in a herringbone pattern adds refinement and warmth to the space. A bedroom with ample storage space, a utility room and bathroom complete the floor. On the 2nd floor: 4 bedrooms, one with a bathroom, jacuzzi, bathroom, cupboards, and a shower room with 2 showers. On the 3rd floor: An apartment with a beautiful fitted kitchen followed by a large living room with English parquet flooring, 1 shower room, bathroom, and 2 bedrooms, one with a bathroom and toilet. IN THE NORTHERN PART: On the garden level (semi-basement): A one-bedroom apartment with a shower room, a jacuzzi and access to the wine cellar. On the ground floor: A first apartment comprising two bedrooms, a shower room with toilet, and an open-plan kitchen leading onto a spacious living room with a large bookcase. This bright living space has direct access to the terrace, ideal for enjoying the park in complete tranquillity. On the first floor: Accessible via a beautiful Volvic stone staircase, a second luxury apartment offers three spacious bedrooms, a large shower room with two showers, separate toilets, and a large living room with an open-plan kitchen. The warm atmosphere is enhanced by the presence of a pellet stove. On the second floor: A third apartment of approximately 150 sqm, comprising a fully equipped kitchen-bar, a generous living room, and two beautiful suites offering comfort and privacy. The outbuildings include: Close to the chateau, a 300 sqm building houses an equestrian area consisting of five spacious horse stalls, a tack room, a water point, and sanitary facilities, offering optimal comfort for both riders and horses. A sand and rubber chip arena provides horses with a soft and comfortable working surface that is ideal for daily training and leisure activities, whatever the weather conditions. A second, fully enclosed, independent building of approximately 1,600 sqm offers vast spaces for a variety of uses. Currently used for storing tractors and equipment. It also includes a large games room, an above-ground indoor swimming pool (10m x 4m) heated by a heat pump, a gym, and several garages. Thanks to its size and easy access, this building is perfectly suited for parking several vehicles, including horse trailers or even a collection of vintage cars, in a secure environment away from prying eyes. Nestled in an exceptional setting, this historic castle stands in the heart of an 19.76-acre (8-hectare) landscaped park dotted with majestic century-old redwoods, true witnesses to the authentic and timeless character of the place. The property includes 4.94 acres (2 hectares) of private woods, offering a peaceful retreat, ideal for walking, hunting, or contemplating nature. Cabinet LE NAIL – Saône-et-Loire & Bourbonnais - M. Lionel MILLET : +33(0)2.43.98.20.20 Lionel MILLET, Individual company, registered in the Special Register of Commercial Agents, under the number 942 190 125. We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.

At the end of a private path, within a preserved and green environment, RESIDENCE agency offers this 300m2 habitable château. This remarkable character residence from the 19th century, located in the terroir of the AOC Saint-Pourçain, benefits from a particularly peaceful and inspiring natural setting. Behind its sober and harmonious facades lies a 14-room home, developed over several levels, offering generous volumes while retaining all the charm of the architecture of its time: high windows, stone frames, outdoor stairs. The ground floor consists of a vast hall serving both wings of the building. There are 2 living rooms, 4 bedrooms, a kitchen, and a bathroom. The first floor consists of 4 bedrooms, a living room, a kitchen, and a bathroom. The château is accompanied by outbuildings and is part of a large property offering numerous enhancement possibilities: prestigious family residence; country or reception house; hotel or event project; guest house or seminar activity. Just a few minutes from Saint-Pourçain-sur-Sioule and close to Vichy and the A71 motorway, this property combines absolute calm, architectural charm, and exceptional rehabilitation potential.This description has been automatically translated from French.

Ref.4896 : French chateau for sale with gite and beautiful park In the heart of the Bourbonnais region, the property is located in the Allier department, in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. It enjoys a unspoilt rural setting, characteristic of the bocage landscape, with a mix of grazing meadows, ancient hedgerows and woodland, offering a harmonious and authentic landscape. The property is situated near MOULINS, the former historic capital of the Bourbonnais, which serves as the department’s main administrative and cultural centre. This central location provides easy access to the main surrounding towns, such as SOUVIGNY, renowned for its rich Cluniac heritage. Although fully integrated into a peaceful, rural setting, the property enjoys relatively easy access thanks to the network of departmental roads linking up with the main transport routes of the Allier. This location strikes a good balance between seclusion and accessibility, being approximately 30 minutes from Moulins and just 10 minutes from the A79 motorway. The gently undulating site offers unobstructed views over the surrounding hedgerow countryside, enhancing the property’s intimate character and scenic appeal. This setting provides the property with a peaceful living environment, ideal both as a main residence and for a hospitality venture or heritage development project. The estate is accessed via a beautiful avenue lined with lime trees leading to the château, set in surroundings offering tranquillity, privacy and lovely unobstructed views of the countryside. The property also boasts a lovely wooded park, featuring beautiful ornamental trees and mature specimens, creating a harmonious and elegant landscaped setting around the chateau. Built on a full basement and spread over three residential levels, the property offers just under 413 sqm of living space, divided into spacious, light-filled rooms. The ground floor is organised around beautiful reception rooms: a spacious living room with a fireplace, an elegant dining room, and a large kitchen with a dining area. This level also comprises an entrance hall, a study, a utility room and a guest toilet. Thanks to its numerous windows on all four sides, the house enjoys remarkable natural light throughout the day, showcasing its beautiful features. The first floor leads to a landing giving access to five lovely bedrooms, as well as a bathroom and two shower rooms. The generous proportions and harmonious layout make it easy to envisage the property as a guesthouse or a family home. The second floor offers six further bedrooms, two shower rooms and a separate toilet. This floor offers numerous layout possibilities for accommodating family, friends or holiday guests. The basement houses the utility areas, boiler room, cellars and storage rooms. The property is particularly appealing for its balanced architecture, its spacious reception areas, its exceptional capacity to accommodate guests with nine bedrooms, and its highly sought-after rural setting. A rare property, ideal as a family home, a high-end guesthouse or a tourism venture in the heart of the Allier. The outbuildings are a real asset to the property. They include, in particular, a garage, a former stable and several ancillary buildings offering a wide range of potential uses: storage, a workshop or additional accommodation, depending on the plans. The estate also features two detached houses, each with two bedrooms. They offer excellent potential for seasonal lettings, holiday cottages or tourist accommodation. They can also accommodate family, friends, staff or a caretaker in the utmost comfort. This collection of outbuildings lends the property great versatility and is a major asset for developing an income-generating business, whilst preserving the estate’s authentic character and elegance. The estate covers a single contiguous plot of land with a total area of 43.98 acres (17ha 79a 81ca), consisting mainly of meadows and a woodland of approximately 6.17 acres (2,5 ha), offering a beautiful and particularly rare single block of land. Unencumbered by any tenancies, it allows for immediate use in accordance with the purchaser’s plans: agricultural, equestrian, landscaping or simply to enjoy a preserved natural setting. This cohesive whole enhances the property’s exceptional character, offering privacy, continuity of space and great freedom in terms of development. Cabinet LE NAIL – Bourbonnais - Mr Philippe de SALMIECH : +33(0)2.43.98.20.20 Philippe de SALMIECH, Individual company, registered in the Special Register of Commercial Agents, under the number 477 967 244. We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.

LEGENDARY FORTRESS OF VEAUCE IN THE HEART OF THE ALLIER REGION - Historic Monument - MORE THAN 1,000 YEARS OF HISTORY - ON A ROCKY SPUR - SPLENDID VIEW - 8.3 HECTARES - ENDANGERED MONUMENT Known for having been the residence of Louis the Pious, Emperor of the West, in the 9th century. The site of the Chateau of Veauce has existed since the Gallo-Roman period, and springs still containing water from that era are visible in one of the castle cellars. In the 9th century, the chateau served as the summer residence of Louis the Pious, son of Charlemagne, Emperor and King of the Franks. The fortress underwent numerous construction and reconstruction phases: in the 11th century, the 13th century, and then at the end of the 15th and beginning of the 16th century, when the lordship of Veauce was elevated to a barony. The chateau then belonged to Louis II de Bourbon. Upon the death of the Constable Charles III de Bourbon in 1527, the lordship returned to the Crown. It was not until the 19th century that Veauce regained its splendor with the arrival of Charles de Cadier de Veauce, an influential politician and friend of the Duke of Morny, who restored the chateau in Neo-Gothic and Neo-Renaissance style. He was also responsible for constructing the current stables and converting a semi-circular section of the fortress into a riding arena. He also commissioned the landscaping of the park by the Count of Choulot. From the medieval fortress remain the high keep, towers, curtain walls, part of the covered wall walk, and the kitchens. Despite its appearance as a medieval fortress, the Baron of Veauce modernized the property in the taste of the 19th century. In the 20th century, under the impulse of the penultimate owner, the chateau became associated with the legend of Lucie, a ghost reportedly seen many times, which brought fame both to the site and to its owner at the time, Mr. Tagori “de la Tour” (it was Eugène de Cadier de Veauce who sold the chateau to Mr. Tagori in 1972). The chateau consists of four wings: An ancient wing over three levels and several basement levels. This building, dating from the medieval period of the chateau, was largely remodeled during the 19th century but still retains 15th-century features such as fireplaces and mullioned windows. The east wing is served by a circular staircase located in a projecting tower next to which stands the castle chapel (probably a simple oratory). On the ground floor and first floor, a large corridor provides access to all the salons. The noble floor is located on the first floor. The second level, originally reserved for servants, has been partially renovated by the current owners. The basement contains the former kitchens of the medieval chateau as well as a series of cellars. There is also a cistern believed to date back to the Gallo-Roman era. A 19th-century wing designed in Neo-Renaissance style. Its layout is identical to the ancient wing. It was in this part of the monument that the Duke of Morny stayed while constructing the Chateau of Nades in the Puy-de-Dôme region. The two other wings, partially collapsed, consist of outbuildings, garages, and stables built upon former structures. The entire ensemble of these four wings is surrounded by curtain walls and fortification towers dating between the 13th and 15th centuries. Battlements and the conversion of one tower into a clock tower were added during the 19th century. Around the fortress are various landscaped features and buildings: To the east, a large terrace with staircase constituted the ceremonial access to the chateau, probably from the 18th century onward. An entrance with lodge and large gate was created in Troubadour style during the 19th century (another lodge, known as the “Lion Lodge,” forms the entrance at the eastern edge of the park). To the west, a former tower converted into an icehouse, as well as another entrance with lodge and gate (known as the “Small Lodge”). The 8.3-hectare park contains remarkable trees, and the river “Veauce” flows through the center of the estate. Several buildings, probably dating from the 19th century, have been left abandoned: a mill, a metal greenhouse, and various additional structures. The property is currently subject to an official emergency works order issued by the State to carry out urgent stabilization works, allowing the future owner time to prepare a full restoration program. Location: -A grocery store in the village near the chateau. -All shops within less than 10 minutes by car -Vichy train station 40 km away, then Paris in 3h20 by train and Lyon in 2h. Price: 800,000 euros agency fees included (agency fees payable by the seller). Fees to be paid by the seller. Not subject to DPE. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Geohazards website: georisques.gouv.fr.

A part-listed Renaissance chateau remodelled over time, with eight hectares of tree-dotted grounds by the city of Moulins in France’s Allier department. The chateau stands in the heart of vast, tree-dotted grounds that cover over eight hectares. This estate is set back from the city of Moulins and is surrounded by meadows. A country lane takes you to the property. A wrought-iron gate framed between two stone pillars leads onto a long driveway that runs through the grounds. The majestic shape of the chateau then comes into view. The edifice is made up of two wings that form an L shape. It looks out southwards at the grounds and northwards at a gravel courtyard edged with brick outbuildings.

A 110-hectare hunting estate with exceptional enclosed grounds in the centre of France. Set back from the road and any other neighbouring dwellings, the estate of nearly 110 hectares, devoid of all disturbances and enclosed by 2.3-metre high fences, is mainly composed of 76 hectares of woods with a variety of different trees, meadows and five ponds ideal for hunting. As for the buildings, in the middle of the property, they are grouped around a courtyard, surrounded by meticulously maintained grounds planted with plane trees, and include a manor house, a guesthouse, two caretaker’s cottages, a reception hall and various outbuildings used for the estate’s daily operations. Completely and carefully renovated over the past 20 years, the estate’s buildings all exude exceptional quality, comfort and elegance.

A 19th-century manor and its outbuildings on a 22-hectare estate, thirty minutes from the town of Vichy in the north of the Puy-de-Dôme department. Perched up on a hill, this rectangular three-storey building is topped with a flat tile roof and flanked by a round tower on one side and a rectangular-shaped wing on the other. With grounds extending over approximately 22 hectares, its upper floors provide panoramic views of the nearby hills and the Limagne plain in the distance, while, the chateau, abutting a wooded hillside, is surrounded by large meadows below. As for the property’s reception rooms, they are located on the other side of a courtyard, behind the chateau, as are a caretaker’s cottage and various other outbuildings.

Near Montluçon, this 19th-century neoclassical château is set within a 16-hectare estate. Fully renovated, it combines architectural elegance with a turnkey business opportunity. The château offers generous reception areas, multiple lounges, and a well-designed layout with 23 bedrooms including 4 suites. Independent gîtes, a renovated main house, and outbuildings complete the property. A 110 sqm wellness area and landscaped grounds ideal for events enhance its appeal. Successfully operated with strong occupancy rates and secured bookings, this property represents a rare opportunity combining lifestyle and investment.

Vast castle of the sixteenth and nineteenth centuries of 718 m². Two living rooms of 42 m² and 56 m², office, equipped kitchen of 61 m², 11 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 5 shower rooms. Vaulted cellars. Park with centenary trees of 2.57 ha. Located between Gannat and Vichy, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Ref 910.

Just two miles from Moulins, in the heart of the Bourbonnais bocage, a residence of rare character is revealed: an authentic 1806 gentlemen's house, combining the nobility of old buildings and modern comfort. Entirely renovated under the guidance of an architect, the property offers 478m² of living space spread over three levels, with cellars, large reception rooms with solid oak floors, ceiling rosettes, period moldings, and stone fireplaces. A superb oak staircase with wrought-iron banisters serves the floors, where seven bedrooms and their bathrooms are elegantly arranged. Its most striking architectural feature remains its red brick corner tower, crowned with crenellations and decorative machicolations — a true heritage signature of the place —, connected to the main building by a bright glazed winter garden, carefully built and accessible to people with reduced mobility. The whole is set in a wooded park of about 2 hectares, enclosed by walls and wire fencing, ensuring absolute privacy: an 80 m² terrace, pool, pond, and century-old trees make up an exceptional green setting, just a stone's throw from a lively town offering all amenities (shops, train station, hospital, schools). Modern comfort is fully assured: heat pump, photovoltaic panels, automatic gate, double-glazed wooden joinery, composite shutters, attic insulation, well, two-car garage, and a barn in good condition. An exceptional character residence in the heart of Bourbonnais, ideal for a family seeking space and history, or for an investor wishing to develop a bed and breakfast or charming tourism project.