castle for sale Châtres-sur-Cher, France

In Sologne, Olympia Immobilier exclusively presents this 31-hectare property in a natural setting of great tranquility. This place brings together the essential elements of a character domain: land, woods, meadows, ancient buildings, outbuildings, and equestrian facilities. The property is organized around a Manor of approximately 660 m2 to restore, whose volumes and architecture offer a remarkable base for an ambitious project. The place retains an authentic soul, with a charm typical of the great estates of Sologne that need to be awakened rather than standardized. Around the Manor, outbuildings complete the ensemble. They allow for various uses: family home, prestigious second residence, equestrian project, guest hosting, caretaker housing, workshops, or additional spaces according to the needs of the future owner. Horse lovers will find existing facilities on site: Stables, Toublin Clément Career, and Grand Hangar, integrated into a particularly suitable environment, between open meadows and wooded areas. A beautiful dovecote also enriches the heritage character of the estate. Renovations are to be expected to restore the park, the Manor, and the outbuildings to their former glory. This is precisely what makes this property unique: it does not offer a fixed decor, but a rare, generous material to be recomposed with care. Its location is a real asset. While providing an exceptional preserved and confidential living environment, the property enjoys easy access as it is situated between two highway entrances. An ideal situation for easily reaching major roads without giving up the quietness or intimacy of a vast estate in Sologne. A rare property, intended for buyers sensitive to authentic places, large spaces, and restoration projects with high heritage value. To discover this place or obtain more information, contact Nicolas LARDEUX - OLYMPIA IMMOBILIER - 16 Rue Bannier in ORLEANS - [email protected]. Real estate agency specialized in exceptional properties and professional premises. All GEORISQUES Information is available on the portal: www.georisques.gouv.fr. Fees are at the seller's expense.This description has been automatically translated from French.

Ref.3920 : French chateau for sale in the centre of France. This charming property is located on the border of the Indre and Cher departments, in the natural region of Berry, only 2h30 from Paris. It is built in a beautiful hilly and wooded environment out of sight. The main shops and services are 5.5 km (3 miles) away and Vierzon with its SNCF train station (Paris in 1.5 hours) is 15 minutes away. Motorway access is available in 10 minutes. Built at the beginning of the 19th century, this pleasant building consists of a central body flanked by two single-storey side pavilions. Two rectangular towers frame the building and give it a more substantial appearance. With a living area of approx. 575sqm, it is distributed as follows: On the ground floor: a vast entrance hall with a stairway and toilet, which leads to the right-hand side, a lounge (36sqm) with a ceiling height (HSP) of 3.66 m, a dining room (50sqm) (HSP 3 m), a kitchen and a scullery with a boiler room, storeroom and toilet. To the left is another lounge (3.45 m high) with adjoining study and in the tower a shower room and wc. On the first floor: 5 bedrooms, one of which is a master suite with its own anti bedroom, dressing room and bathroom/wc, 2 other bathrooms or showers and wc. On the second floor: a bedroom with its own shower room and wc, a large cinema or games room, a space with bathroom, sauna and hammam. The outbuildings are harmoniously distributed throughout the property and consist of : A guest house with open kitchen, living room and toilet. On the first floor, a bedroom with shower and toilet. This one is judiciously opened on the orangery which is used as a living room. Underfloor gas heating. In the extension a greenhouse with water, electricity and heating. A building facilitating the management of the property with a wood/mechanical workshop and storage. Above, a convertible attic. Adjacent to this, a shed housing 4 boxes with tack room, a henhouse and a garage for a tractor. Two sheds, one housing a garage and workshop, the other used for storage. The chateau is built in a magnificent park where nature is skilfully tamed. One finds there both the symmetry and the worked forms of the French park and the wilder and less rigorous aspect of the English park. This combination of landscapes, which extends over more than 19.76 acres (8 hectares), creates a theatre of greenery composed of boxwoods, water circuits, arched hedges, an English river and a rose garden, forming a veritable arboretum. A few meadows to let animals graze complete this ensemble, which is free of any rental. Cabinet LE NAIL – Loiret - Sologne – M. Baudouin LE GRELLE : +33 (0)2.43.98.20.20

Ref 4912: Elegant château with guest houses, grounds and woodland on an estate of over 17 acres, for sale in the Cher Situated on the border between Sologne and the Champagne-Berrichonne region, in the Cher department, the property enjoys a prime location. Just 12 kilometres from Vierzon, a major motorway (A71, A20 and A85) and rail hub, it offers easy access to Paris and the main cities of the Centre and the Greater West regions. Romorantin-Lanthenay, the capital of Sologne, is less than 20 kilometres away, whilst local shops and amenities are just a few minutes’ drive away. Set in the heart of a region renowned for its rich natural heritage, the property enjoys a sought-after setting amongst the forests and ponds of Sologne, the vineyards of Quincy and Reuilly, and the Berry Canal – a veritable invitation to go for walks, enjoy boating and take part in outdoor activities. The region also offers excellent access to the major tourist attractions of the Centre-Val de Loire, including the châteaux of the Loire Valley, Beauval ZooParc, Bourges and its cathedral – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – as well as first-class gastronomic and wine experiences. Thanks to its strategic location, close to a major transport route used by both French and international visitors, the property combines all the advantages of a comfortable family home with those of a high-end hospitality venture, an events venue or a distinctive tourist accommodation. Perched in a commanding position on the outskirts of a charming village, this building, with its understated architecture, features a rectangular layout punctuated, to the south, by two round corner towers which give it the silhouette of a chateau. Built of rendered masonry with corner ties of cut stone, it comprises three main storeys organised into five bays, topped by an attic storey beneath a slate roof punctuated by dormer windows. Facing north-south, the property enjoys a sweeping panorama offering unobtrusive views of the canal and the surrounding countryside, with the main transport routes lying below. With a living area of approximately 650 sqm, the château is laid out as follows: On the ground floor: an entrance hall, enhanced by cabochon-patterned paving, features a beautiful spiral staircase with a wrought-iron banister. To the left, a spacious, light-filled living room with generous proportions (75 sqm), featuring Hungarian-pattern parquet flooring, mouldings and a fireplace with an insert. A study is situated in one of the towers. An extension houses a cloakroom, a utility room and two toilets. To the right, the dining room (35 sqm), with Hungarian-pattern parquet flooring and mouldings, opens onto a superb kitchen of nearly 40 sqm. Fully fitted and equipped, it offers excellent features: ample storage, a large central island and double aspect. On the first floor: the landing leads to four bedrooms, each with its own en-suite shower room and toilet. On the second floor: to the left, a sumptuous master suite of approximately 50 sqm, completely redesigned by an architect, featuring a bespoke walk-in wardrobe and a 23 sqm bathroom. To the right, two further bedrooms, one of which has its own en-suite bathroom with a toilet. On the 3rd floor (converted attic): Entirely dedicated to wellness and leisure, this floor features a gym, a sauna, a cinema and a particularly cosy lounge, complete with an elegant bar area. The property offers facilities of the very highest standard, with every detail having been carefully considered to the highest standards. This residence elegantly combines the charm of the past with the comfort of a contemporary layout, and is in impeccable condition. The property stands out for its exceptionally high standard of finish, where every detail has been meticulously considered. Presented in immaculate condition, it harmoniously combines old-world charm with the very latest modern amenities. Home automation, a gym, a cinema room, a CCTV system, high-speed internet via Starlink… all these features guarantee an exceptional standard of living, meeting even the most demanding expectations. OUTBUILDINGS Two detached houses complete this property. These two houses are a real asset for hosting family and friends or developing a high-quality accommodation business. The property’s location, in a sought-after tourist region, close to the Wine Route, the Berry Canal and the major roads linking the north and south of France, offers particularly attractive potential for a high-end holiday cottage or bed and breakfast business. GUEST HOUSE NO. 1 To the north of the château, a single-storey guest house, built in the 20th century from rendered masonry with a slate roof and set on a crawl space, comprises: a living room with a wood-burning stove, an open-plan, fully fitted kitchen, a utility area with a toilet, two bedrooms, a shower room and a separate toilet. The property is comfortable and practical. GUEST HOUSE NO. 2 To the west, a second house of similar design features, at garden level, a garage that spans the entire width of the building. It provides space for parking several vehicles as well as for storing the property’s maintenance equipment. Accessible via an external staircase, the main level comprises a living room with a wood-burning stove and an open-plan, fully fitted kitchen, two bedrooms, a bathroom and a separate toilet. This property, which is also in good condition, is heated by the château’s central heating system. The property covers an area of approximately 7.5 hectares (18.5 acres), mostly wooded, offering a natural environment and a genuine green belt that partly shields the neighbouring areas. To the north-west, a vast meadow is ideally suited to keeping a few horses or other herbivores, opening up numerous possibilities for enthusiasts of equestrian activities and the outdoors. The outdoor areas have been landscaped with the same attention to quality as the buildings. A padel court in perfect condition, a heat-pump-heated swimming pool (10 × 5 m, depth 2.30 m), a zip line and a golf driving range make up a particularly rare combination, designed for leisure and well-being. The estate also offers beautiful walks through its wooded grounds, inviting visitors to fully enjoy the tranquillity of the surroundings. The estate as a whole provides an exceptional living environment and, if desired, offers genuine potential for a high-end accommodation business. The diversity and quality of its facilities enable it to offer a distinctive experience to a discerning clientele. Rare in terms of the standard of its facilities and the coherence of its layout, this estate has real potential, making it, in effect, a rare and optimised property. Cabinet LE NAIL – Loiret - Sologne – M. Baudouin LE GRELLE : +33 (0)2.43.98.20.20 Baudouin LE GRELLE, Individual company, registered in the Special Register of Commercial Agents, under the number 917 712 358. We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.

Berry near Indre, 2h30 from Paris by motorway, close to Vierzon & Issoudun. Rare, in the heart of a beautiful 36ha park including a 28ha oak forest (under PSG), beautiful 18th and 19th century castle of 460m² comprising: Entrance, living room, dining room, two lounges, kitchen, pantry, back kitchen, bedroom with bathroom, upstairs: 7 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, attic above. Caretaker's house of about 100m², another housing, barn, workshop garage & outbuildings. Leisure park and lawns, orchard as well as a pond to be restored. This magnificent property in good external condition still requires interior renovation work. Perfectly suitable as a family home or guest house & lodgings. DPE: F+E/ REF: 1534/ PRICE: 695,000 euros including 5.3% agency fees payable by the buyer. The risks to which this property is exposed are available on the site georisques.gouv.frHonorary fees included at 5.3% VAT at the buyer's expense. Price excluding fees 660,000 €. Property with excessive energy consumption: Energy class F, Climate class E Estimated amount of annual energy expenses for a standard use: between €14,382.00 and €19,458.00 over the years 2021, 2022 and 2023 (subscriptions included). Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques site: georisques.gouv.fr.

In Sologne, near SALBRIS, a château with 28 main rooms and its outbuildings, on approximately 186 hectares, including a large lordly residence, two side pavilions, a chapel, timber-framed barns, common areas with a courtyard, farm buildings, a long house, and a residence on the property. The estate consists of plains and woods. A pond. Simple management plan. This property is offered for sale by AGENCE IMMOBILIERE REMANGEON of Vierzon.Fees included of 6% VAT to be paid by the buyer. Price excluding fees 4,000,000 €. Energy class E, Climate class E Estimated annual energy expenses for standard use: between €37,220.00 and €50,430.00 for the years 2021, 2022, and 2023 (including subscriptions). Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques site: georisques.gouv.fr.This description has been automatically translated from French.

Ref.4478 : Beautiful french chateau for sale in Sologne. In Sologne, in the department of Cher, at the gateway to the Pays Fort Sancerrois, stands this sublime château nestling in the heart of a private contiguous forest of over 200 hectares. The silence here is so perfect that it becomes music to the soul, soothing any inner turmoil. And yet, despite being protected from any nuisance, the property is only twenty kilometres or so from Salbris and Vierzon stations, making it possible to reach the capital in 1hr 30mins and 1hr 40mins respectively. The main shops and services are around ten kilometres away in a small, dynamic and historic Sologne town. Golf and other outdoor activities are also nearby. Built over a mezzanine floor, the château is constructed of rendered rubble stone and topped with a pavilion-style, three-sloped slate roof. It comprises a square body with an imposing pavilion, half of which is built into the structure, a four-sided tower, also half of which is built into the structure, and a cylindrical tower above the structure. The frames and quoins are in red brick with pointing, giving the building a certain elegance. A projecting string course surrounds the building, marking the separation between the ground and ground floors and giving rhythm to the façade. The half-hipped dormers on the first floor are topped with a zinc finial, demonstrating the building's attention to detail. The attic floor is pierced with skylights to let in natural light. The building faces north-east/south-west and spans approx. 700 sqm of living space over three stories: Ground floor : A vast gallery entrance of almost 30 sqm, with cement tiles on the floor and picture rails on the ceiling, sets the scene. It opens onto a pleasant billiard room on the right and a bright, spacious study on the left, with its herringbone parquet flooring and marble fireplace. Towards the south-west, a splendid lounge (45 sqm, 4 m high ceilings) bathed in light provides a warm, soothing atmosphere that every guest will appreciate. This is followed by a large hall with the start of a beautiful solid oak winding staircase, then a corridor leading to a second, more intimate sitting room with views over the parklands. This is followed by the dining room with its trumeau over the marble fireplace, its picture rails and its bow window giving it an uninterrupted view over the parklands. A pleasant, double-exposed kitchen of almost 30 sqm with a central island completes the western layout. It has direct access to the outside from the small circular tower. To the east are a laundry room and a toilet, as well as the start of a secondary staircase. On the first floor : a landing leads to a large corridor with 6 bedrooms on either side, including a large master suite with its own bathroom and dressing room, as well as private wc in the tower. The south-east-facing bedroom offers the luxury of access to a roof terrace bordered by square pear-shaped balusters with a square base and rounded pedestal and spine. The neighbouring bedroom, facing south-west, has a suspended balcony with wrought-iron railings. There are also two shower rooms and separate wc. The second floor : even though it is under the rafters, it is still very spacious. There are three bedrooms, a bathroom, wc, an artist's studio with a floor surface area of more than 40 sqm and various other rooms. The latter, currently used for storage, could easily be converted into bedrooms as they already have all the comforts required for such use. The mezzanine floor contains cellars, a boiler room, a laundry room and storage rooms. The property is in good condition and offers excellent conversion potential. Outbuildings : To the north-west of the château is a comfortable caretaker's cottage which, although built in the 21st century, respects the château's architectural style. The walls are rendered and covered with a slate roof. The ground floor comprises a living room with open-plan kitchen and separate toilet. Upstairs, there are four bedrooms, wc and a bathroom. It has electric heating, Polyvinyl chloride double-glazed windows and an independent drainage system. The building also houses two enclosed garages and, adjoining them, a lean-to with an electric charging point for two additional vehicles. To the south is a splendid 11 x 5 m swimming pool, built in 2000 and covered by an elegant 19 x 8 m conservatory-style glass roof. The swimming pool uses salt water and is heated by its own oil-fired boiler. After a long, straight, gravelled driveway, more than 500 m long, in the middle of the woods, you reach the entrance gate to the property. The enchanting backdrop is a magnificent château set in 1.65 hectares of fully enclosed landscaped parklands. The gardens, a subtle blend of geometry and romanticism, offer idyllic perspectives that captivate the eye. Here, the flowerbeds compete in colour with the seasons, while the paths lined with trees and pruned bushes invite you to stroll and contemplate. In the evening, the park's lighting, rivalled by that of the moon, offers an altogether different setting, but one that is just as pleasing to the eye. A well with a submersible pump provides automatic watering for the various fruit trees, shrubs and flowers. In addition to its refined gardens, the property enjoys the immense privilege of benefiting from the natural protection of more than 200 hectares of thick woodland, giving it perfect privacy, but without the burden of maintenance, as it belongs to an adjoining owner. This place, deeply rooted in its terroir, seems to breathe the soul of its history and no nuisance disturbs the beauty of the surroundings. Cabinet LE NAIL – Loiret - Sologne – M. Baudouin LE GRELLE : +33 (0)2.43.98.20.20 Baudouin LE GRELLE, Individual company, registered in the Special Register of Commercial Agents, under the number 917 712 358. We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.

Detailed 50-page file on request. This magnificent chateau built in the late 19th century for the Marquis de Dreux-Brézé is set in peaceful leafy grounds bordering a vast privately-owned forest. Featuring an asymmetrical façade, two square towers, a round tower, a bow-window, a wide terrace and a balcony, it offers about 750 sqm of living space on floor floors including superb living and reception rooms, an equipped kitchen, four bathrooms and up to 14 bedrooms. Beautiful period features include working marble fireplaces, original parquet flooring, mouldings and cement floor tiles. The ensemble is in excellent condition, from the slate roof-tiles to the cellars. Fiber optics, alarm. France’s Sologne region’s art-de-vivre is omnipresent in the extensive and entirely enclosed and floodlit grounds which boast centennial trees, flowerbeds, an orchard and shady paths. A heated salt-filter swimming pool with an elegant canopy completes the picture. The property also includes a perfectly maintained 4-bed caretaker’s house with a capacity for 10. 208 hectares of well-stocked adjacent land (not part of the sale) are available for rental for a reasonable annual tariff. The forthcoming sale of this land could allow future owners to unite the château and forest to create an ensemble whose overall value would far exceed the combined acquisition cost. 200 km from Paris, 30 minutes from Sancerre and a short distance from the Loire Valley chateaux.

In the heart of Sologne, 170 km from Paris, here is a prestigious residence, installed on a magnificent hunting estate, of approximately 70 ha. Close to Salbris, this exceptional residence of approximately 500 m², combines the comfort of modernism and the charm of the old. We appreciate the quality of the renovation, the beautiful living spaces and the beautiful luminosity. Superb territory in one piece of approximately 70 ha composed of beautiful species of wood (Oak, Chestnut, Scots Pine, Maritime Pine, Giant Sequoia, Broom, Bouleau ...). Many paths and unique viewpoints. +++ Landscaped park, tarmacked entrance driveway, completely renovated caretaker's house, large outbuildings, kennels, large heated swimming pool, tennis court. All leisure activities are possible in this splendid property (hunting, horse riding, walking, relaxation...) An exceptional domain! Complete file on request. Sextant France - Fabrice Lambert - 06 83 91 16 81 - More information on www.sextantfrance.fr ref. 24510

[EXCLUSIVE] EXCEPTIONAL CHÂTEAU IN SOLOGNE – 24.2-HECTARE PRIVATE ESTATE Just 1 hour 45 minutes from Paris via the A71 motorway, discover Château d'Ortie, an exceptional 24.2-hectare estate combining elegance, heritage, energy independence and outstanding hospitality potential. Located 4 km from Salbris, the property comprises a main château and two substantial outbuildings, surrounded by woodland, a lake and a river. THE CHÂTEAU – ELEGANCE AND GRANDEUR Magnificent reception areas include a grand salon, smaller lounge, dining rooms, kitchen, office and service rooms, opening onto two terraces. The first floor features 5 bedroom suites with private bathrooms, a cinema/games room and terrace. The basement includes wine cellars, a tasting room, laundry, boiler room, workshop and storage areas. A spacious garage with a reported capacity of up to 18 vehicles completes the château. OUTBUILDING 1 – ACCOMMODATION AND RECEPTION Two independent residences, each offering 2 bedrooms, living areas, kitchen, bathrooms, cellar, electric heating and wood-burning fireplace. A large reception room with toilets completes this building. OUTBUILDING 2 – EXCEPTIONAL HOSPITALITY POTENTIAL A one-bedroom apartment with shower room and open-plan living/kitchen area. An extensive accommodation area comprising 10 en-suite bedrooms, a large kitchen and two lounges. Further works are required, including the installation of heating and hot water systems. SELF-SUFFICIENCY AND MODERN COMFORT Central heating in the château using estate resources, an independent water supply with a seven-stage filtration system, and significant roof renovation works. A REMARKABLE PRIVATE ESTATE A lake, river, landscaped grounds, woodland and additional outdoor facilities create an exceptional natural setting. With 20 bedrooms across the château and its outbuildings, including 11 requiring completion, the estate offers outstanding potential for a luxury family residence, boutique hotel, private events or corporate retreats, subject to the necessary approvals. A rare opportunity combining French heritage, natural beauty and exceptional investment potential. MAISON INFINITY – EXCLUSIVE LISTING Agency fees: 4% including VAT, payable by the buyer. Sabrina ELAJIB EI – RCS 901 604 470 +33 6 51 15 35 21 Information on property-related risks: www.georisques.gouv.fr Honoraires inclus de 4.17% TTC à la charge de l'acquéreur. Prix hors honoraires 2 350 000 €. Classe énergie D, Classe climat B Montant estimé des dépenses annuelles d'énergie pour un usage standard : entre 1800.00 € et 1800.00 € sur les années 2021, 2022 et 2023 (abonnements compris). Les informations sur les risques auxquels ce bien est exposé sont disponibles sur le site Géorisques : georisques.gouv.fr.This description has been automatically translated from French.

In the south of Sologne, set within a verdant landscape, this superb château lies at the heart of a historic estate whose origins date back to the 13th century. Extending over 40 hectares, the property features a swimming pool, tennis court and numerous outbuildings, including a chapel, stables, reception house, caretaker’s house, orangery, farm with poultry yard, kennel, vegetable garden, dovecote, orchard, woodland, meadows and river. THE CHÂTEAU Behind its historic façade, adorned with refined details and 19th-century towers, the château has been fully renovated. It offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere across approximately 936 m², where original proportions and architectural features blend seamlessly with a lifestyle perfectly suited to hosting family and friends. The period features — wood panelling, parquet floors, mouldings and marble fireplaces — have been carefully preserved and are of outstanding quality. Ground Floor The original oak doors open into a beautiful entrance hall dominated by the main staircase, located within one of the towers. The former hunting room is now an elegant reception area, ideally positioned between the dining room and kitchen. Filled with natural light, the dining room, decorated in the First Empire style, enjoys direct access to the terrace as well as convenient communication with the kitchen. With its wood panelling, glazed bookcases and fireplace, the library is one of the château’s most charming rooms. An intimate and welcoming space, particularly appreciated by guests. The 40 m² drawing room opens naturally onto the garden and swimming pool, with access to a guest cloakroom. First Floor The monumental staircase leads to three beautiful reception areas: the former billiard room, now devoted to leisure activities; a spacious TV room; and the grand salon, enhanced by its grand piano. This floor also comprises five large bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom and boudoir. Two of them enjoy direct access to the swimming pool. One of the bathrooms could still be redesigned to better harmonise its fittings with the classic character of the adjoining bedroom. Close to the 62 m² grand salon, a second guest cloakroom and a private corridor serve the two principal bedrooms. A staircase also leads to the second floor and onwards to the upper terrace. Fireplaces are found throughout the château, some of which are still regularly used in the reception rooms. Second Floor Formerly reserved for children’s bedrooms and staff accommodation, this level now offers four light-filled bedrooms, all enjoying exceptional views over the park. Three bedrooms have already been redecorated, two of them with their own shower rooms. The fourth has a bathroom with a bathtub installed within the tower. This bedroom also benefits from direct access to the terrace. A bright corridor serves the bedrooms and leads to the former service staircase, now used as a secondary access and as access to the swimming pool. This level also includes a former bathroom converted into a laundry room, as well as a room dedicated to linen and storage. The service staircase still requires some restoration work, but there is potential to create an additional WC in this area. Attic Spaces and Potential for Further Development Above the principal bedroom annexe, two additional bedrooms provide a more independent area. Currently unheated, they share a shower room. They could function as two bedrooms or as a bedroom with a small private sitting room. They enjoy privileged access to the terrace as well as to the private staircase leading down towards the kitchen. The glazed gallery leading to the terrace remains to be restored. With appropriate insulation and beautiful wood panelling, it could once again become a particularly elegant and light-filled passageway. Above the main body of the château, the extensive attic spaces offer tremendous potential for further development. Their generous volume could accommodate additional living areas, a games room, an office or several more bedrooms. Cellars and Technical Areas Beneath the château annexe are two large cellars, together with a beautiful wine cellar. The first houses the boiler room and wood storage. The second contains the estate’s new heating system: a water-to-water heat pump installed in 2023. A water softener was also installed in 2023, completing the property’s technical facilities. These areas are entirely dedicated to the technical infrastructure of the property, while remaining easily accessible and completely separate from the living spaces. A Home Designed for Living With its reception rooms, numerous bedrooms, independent spaces, wine cellar, terraces and uninterrupted connection with the park and swimming pool, the château possesses that rare quality found in great family estates: the ability to accommodate many people without ever compromising privacy. A place where one can entertain, share, live as a family and, in turn, write the next chapter in the history of the estate. THE OUTBUILDINGS From the moment one passes through the grand entrance gate, the estate reveals a genuine stone hamlet arranged around its historic courtyard. Former stables, a carriage house, caretaker’s houses, chapel, kennel, orangery, wash house and agricultural buildings form a remarkable ensemble, rich in heritage and full of potential. The Gate Lodge At the entrance, near the smaller gate, this former house — probably once a bakery and later accommodation for the dog keeper — is currently used for storage. It could easily be converted into a caretaker’s house, an office or even a small shop. The Kennel At the centre of the courtyard, the remarkable stone kennel retains its rounded enclosure and wrought-iron gate. Above the door, a tufa-stone bas-relief depicts two hunting dogs, a reminder of the estate’s historic sporting and hunting vocation. The recently cleared paved courtyard is now surrounded by roses, lavender and perennial plants. The Caretaker’s House On the other side of the kennel, this independent house comprises a kitchen, living room with an original wood-burning stove, bathroom and, upstairs, two bedrooms, a shower room and a large additional space. An exterior covered area provides parking for several vehicles or storage for firewood. The Coach House The former carriage house contains three garages on the ground floor, one of which could be converted into a reception room, yoga studio or event space. Upstairs, four bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms surround a large living area with an open-plan kitchen and fireplace. The building enjoys views over the park and dovecote, as well as a private garden with a barbecue area and pétanque court. The Seigniorial Chapel Probably built in the 15th century, or possibly earlier, the chapel retains numerous reminders of its long history. An inscription dated 1546 above the door bears witness to the exceptional age of the site. The Stables and Agricultural Buildings The stables have retained their four original stalls and four loose boxes. The initials of the de Lestang family can still be seen on the tiles above the feeding troughs. Beyond them are a hay barn, former dairy, laundry room with bread oven, potato store and former cowshed. Part of the roofing has already been restored; the roof of the former cowshed still requires work. The entire complex offers remarkable equestrian potential, with the possibility of additional boxes, an arena within the courtyard and paddocks in the surrounding meadows. The Orangery Located beside the vegetable garden, the former orangery has been converted into a charming independent residence comprising two bedrooms, a kitchen, bathroom and living area. Its large windows overlook the river and the octagonal dovecote. Upstairs, a generous space remains to be converted and could accommodate additional living areas and a terrace. The Wash House Beside the river, the former wash house retains its two fireplaces and traditional architecture. With its central water channel, it could become a unique little retreat in the heart of the estate. The Garden House Finally, in the middle of the vegetable garden, the small 19th-century garden house adds a final touch of charm to this remarkable ensemble. More than simply a collection of outbuildings, this is a genuine historic hamlet, offering its future owner a multitude of possibilities: accommodating guests, working, entertaining, developing an equestrian activity or simply bringing each building back to life at its own pace.

Located in a small municipality in the Indre department, the property is about 35 kilometers from Châteauroux, 30 kilometers from Vierzon, and 2 hours and 30 minutes from Paris. It includes a castle, a caretaker's house, farm buildings, and predominantly wooded land, complemented by a recreational park. The Castle was built in two parts, as the central part burned down in the 19th century. The main building is a quadrangular construction with two levels, each pierced by three bays. It is topped with a high hipped roof. The tower has three levels, the last of which is illuminated by a hanging dormer window, surmounted by a triangular pediment. On each side, but oriented differently, are two wings. Their roofs, in the Mansard style, combining tiles and slates, indicate that these parts are older. The exteriors were renovated a few years ago, as were some of the roofs. The castle rises on two main levels (excluding the attic). The ground floor includes the main living rooms (three lounges, a dining room), a technical area with the kitchen, pantry, laundry room, and a sleeping area with a bedroom and a bathroom. The first floor has 7 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. The bedrooms are comfortable and warm, mostly with a washbasin. A staircase provides access to the unconverted attic. Several dependencies complement this property. On the right of the Castle, a long building was constructed in the early 20th century, which now houses the caretaker's apartment, divided into a living room, kitchen, and three bedrooms on two levels. Then, a relaxation area with a large living room on the garden level and two bedrooms and a bathroom upstairs. Finally, there is an old saddlery. The land consists of a 28-hectare forest massif, mainly populated by cedars undergoing conversion to regular coppice, managed under a Simple Management Plan (PSG). The rest of the property includes a leisure park. EPC: F/E Price HAI: €695,000 (net seller price: €660,000 - fees of 5.3% including VAT borne by the purchaser). Presented by Pierre-Antoine GUINOT: +33(0)6.30.77.08.75 - [email protected]. Information on risks associated with this property is available on the site: www.géorisques.gouv.fr.]}]}>

A 19th-century chateau with outhouses, a chapel and a lake, nestled in 30 hectares of grounds in the south of France’s Touraine province. The seigneurial home that was built here on the ruins of a medieval mansion, of which no vestiges remain, was endlessly redesigned until it collapsed in 1860. In 1890, the decision was made to rebuild the edifice on the site. A renowned architect, Louis-Alfred Trolliet, a specialist in the reconstruction of chateaux, was entrusted with this task. He was responsible for the edifice you can see here today. Trolliet was nicknamed ‘the Viollet-le-Duc of the Berry province’ in a nod to the famous 19th-century French architect Eugène Emmanuel Viollet-le-Duc who restored many medieval monuments. Trolliet won his spurs as a leading figure of the Troubadour style in French architecture with his restoration of the Château de Romefort in the town of Ciron. To rebuild the present property, he did not adopt the Troubadour style but rather the style of the Loire Valley chateaux that was also in vogue at the time. Trolliet opted for a long rectangular dwelling crowned with tall hipped roofs of slate tiles recalling the Château de Chenonceau and the Château d’Azay-le-Rideau. The grand edifice comes into view once you have gone through the entrance gate and made your way up the long central drive punctuated symmetrically with topiary box shrubs neatly clipped into cones. The château faces east and west. Its main section has a ground floor, a first floor and a second floor in the roof space. The adjoining square tower has a third floor in its roof space. The symmetrical elevations are rendered and punctuated with large small-paned windows fitted with wooden louvred shutters that are painted sky blue. Gabled dormers punctuate the roof of the main section and that of the square tower. Beyond the château, the drive crosses dense woodland on this estate, which covers around 30 hectares and includes a 1.2-hectare lake. Trolliet also decided to build two large lodges as foreparts of the château exactly opposite it. These two buildings are rectangular. They have a ground floor and a first floor. A third lodge stands at a right angle to one of them. This third structure has an eclectic style and recalls a train station. On the south side, a circular dovecote with a cone roof of terracotta tiles adorns the grounds. On the east side, there is a heated swimming pool. Behind the outhouses, a secondary entrance leads to a gravelled car park. Lastly, on the north-west side, there is a private lake. In the middle of this lake there is a small tree-dotted island.

A fully renovated manor with a heated swimming pool and garden, 2.5 hours from Paris, near Valençay. A poplar-lined drive leads to the manor, which is, in turn, surrounded by fields and woods, while, dating from the 16th century, it features a silhouette typical of dwellings in the Berry region. With three floors under a tall flat tile roof, on one side, a square tower with a hipped roof was recently added and designed to blend in seamlessly with the rest of the dwelling, whereas, on the opposite corner, a round tower with a pepperpot roof dates back to the manor’s construction. As for the conservatory, it connects the main dwelling with a lower perpendicular wing, while the dwelling’s main façade, overlooking the courtyard, is cadenced by a number of small-paned windows. With a five-sided bay window preceding the central front door, the dwelling, currently operated as a bed-and-breakfast, has been meticulously renovated, whereas the nearby swimming pool comes with a pool house, featuring a kitchen and living room, as well as a summer dining room. Lastly, the grounds, of approximately 1.3 hectares, provide stunning views of the surrounding countryside.