castles with terrace for sale Vichy, France

Exclusive. Imposing castle ISMH of the fifteenth century. Superb reception rooms. 11 rooms. 8 baths. Energy: not affected. Annex house of 110 m². Park of 3 ha. Located between Gannat and Vichy without any nuisance. Ref.872.

Magnificent chateau with origins dating to 1234 and many authentic features, including beautiful fireplaces, French ceilings, original woodwork and parquet floors. Stunning setting on grounds of 2,5 ha with open views. Many outbuildings, including a chapel with original vaulted ceiling and a traditional dovecote. The layout is as follows: Entrance of 18 m2 with roof terrace above, beautiful living room of 39 m2 with fireplace, library of 37 m2 with fireplace, tower with spiral staircase to an external door, dining room of 36 m2 with fireplace, staircase with access to the upper floors and basement, WC in the other tower, and a private apartment consisting of an entrance, dining room, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom. On the 1st floor - Landing leading to a corridor running along the facade of the building and serving a toilet in the tower, 4 bedrooms (16, 20, 16 and 19 m2) including one with private bathroom plus a 2nd bathroom in the other tower. The 2nd floor is accessible via 2 staircases, the first leads to a bedroom and the 2nd staircase to an attic of approximately 90 m2. Under the castle are several cellars and the old kitchens, now used as a boiler room. Outbuildings and land; Caretaker's house to renovate with a floor area of 75 m2 plus floor. 2 large barns of 168 and 126 m2. Traditional 17th century dovecote, preserved in its original state and listed as a historic monument. 18th century chapel with 14th century vaulted ceilings. The land is partly enclosed by walls and has several entrances. Many fruit trees and a well. The chateau is structurally in good condition and has oil fired central heating. The interior has lots of character and beautiful features but needs to be modernized. Situated in the municipality of Vicq, 3 km from the pretty town of Ebreuil with shops and services. Further amenities in Gannat, 13 km away. 8 km from the A71 motorway.

This charming property, on a human scale, stands out for the authenticity of its architectural features and its exceptional location. Set in unspoilt, nuisance-free surroundings, this château offers spectacular views over the Sioule valley and the mountains of the Chaîne des Puys, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Easily accessible via the A71 and A89 motorways, it is located in the immediate vicinity of a village with all shops and services. The château has a well-balanced layout, punctuated by turrets, and retains some very fine original features. The ground floor features an entrance hall housed in a turret, a library, a lounge and a dining room decorated with old wood panelling, beautiful floors, French ceilings and period fireplaces. One of the turrets features an elegant stone staircase with a wrought-iron banister. A wing of the château houses a self-contained flat comprising a living room, dining room, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom, ideal for guests or a hospitality project. On the main floor, five bedrooms, including one in the north tower, share a bathroom and toilet. A maid's room has been converted in the attic, and a large attic space is available for conversion. The basement includes a large vaulted cellar, the former château kitchen with its period features, a fruit and vegetable store, the boiler room and several storage areas, all with direct access to the outside and the terraces. The main south-facing facade overlooks the valley. It is punctuated by beautiful mullioned windows, while the roofs of the towers, covered in chestnut tiles, add a rare and remarkable cachet to the property. The outbuildings harmoniously complete the property. A 15th-century chapel, still adorned with ancient frescoes, adds a unique historical dimension. The caretaker's cottage, approx. 100 m² (1,076 sq ft), requires renovation works but offers great potential for conversion, with kitchen, dining room, bedroom, shower room and attic. The outbuildings also include a 140 m² barn, a second barn and a large woodshed. A 17th century dovecote, listed in the Inventaire Supplémentaire des Monuments Historiques (ISMH), adds to this rare heritage. The grounds of almost 2.5 hectares are partially enclosed, notably by stone walls. It includes a vegetable garden and orchard of around 5,000 m², as well as meadows covering around 1.5 hectares. Two large terraces at the front of the château offer spectacular views over the valley, adding to the unique character of the setting. Much of the property has remained in its original state, retaining its original decorative features with a touch of authenticity. Work is planned to bring the property up to standard and modernise it (heating, electrics, plumbing), providing a great opportunity to breathe new life into this place steeped in history. Ideal as a charming main or second home, this château also offers remarkable potential for tourism or events projects, in one of the most beautiful natural settings in the Auvergne. Seller's fees Property with excessive energy consumption: Class X (F or G depending on the case). From 1 January 2028, the performance level will be between classes A and E. Estimated annual energy costs for standard use: between €17,610 and €23,900 per year. Prices indexed to 01/01/2021. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

This 69-hectare agricultural estate comprises a château built in the 18th century and enlarged and modernized in the early 20th century, and outbuildings set in approx. 1.1ha of parklands. The rest of the property is farmland and comprises two former farm buildings. THE CHÂTEAU: With approx. 440 sqm of living space, the chateau appears to be in good condition and well maintained. Renovated in the 1930s, it retains many fine interior decorative features. The main facade faces south-east, with lovely views over the park and pond. The east side features a rectangular tower added in the early 20th century. The layout is as follows - Garden level (partially semi-buried): fruit room, boiler room (recent oil-fired boiler), vaulted cellars. In the tower: garage and storage space. - First floor (raised): entrance hall with under-stair WC, living room with fireplace, dining room with fireplace, kitchen with scullery and pantry. In the tower, office and pantry. Large south-facing terrace with double staircase leading down to garden. - 1st floor: 3 bedrooms, one with shower room. In the tower: bedroom, bathroom and WC. - 2nd floor: large landing with storage space, 4 bedrooms, bathroom and toilet. In the tower: games room. OUTBUILDINGS : - To the west of the château, a building used as stables, workshop and garage. In the park, on either side of the pond, two small two-room pavilions. One has a new roof. Various lean-tos. Outside the park, - To the northeast of the château, a small rental house (approx. 80m²), barn and lean-to. - To the south of the property, a small farmhouse comprising an uninhabited house of approx. 80m² (in need of total renovation), barn, hay shed and lean-to. THE LAND: With a surface area of 69ha. They include - 1.1ha of enclosed parklands, including the château to the north. To the south, a garden area with large trees and a pond of approx. 2200 sqm. To the west, the outbuilding, a former orchard/vegetable garden and a small pond. - Approx. 66ha of farmland on a north-south axis. Most of it is bordered by ditches or streams. The land is leased and dedicated to cereal growing and cattle rearing (25-year agricultural lease expiring in December 2033). Very pleasant property with lots of potential, ideally located in the touristy and bucolic Besbre valley, half an hour from Moulins, Vichy and Le PAL (the region's leading tourist attraction). All shops and services 15 minutes away. Seller's fee Property with excessive energy consumption: Class F/F. As of January 1, 2028, the performance level is between classes A and E. Estimated annual energy costs for standard use: between 10,720 euros and 14,570 euros per year. Prices indexed to 01/01/2021. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr