castles with reception room for sale Sarthe, France

42-BEDROOM ACCOMMODATION ESTATE, LE MANS CIRCUIT - Fully restored princely Napoléon III-style chateau with accommodation complex, 42 bedrooms, 3,000 m² of living space, 8 hectares, in the countryside. 20 km from Le Mans, 18 km from the 24 Hours of Le Mans circuit. Le Mans, Sarthe, Pays de la Loire. Built for a princely family in 1882 on a T-shaped plan designed by Pierre-Félix Delarue (1795–1873), the chateau displays Napoléon III-style architecture, with a polychromy of materials evoking 17th-century French architecture: brick and cut stone with multi-pitched slate roofs and domes. This elegant chateau is sheltered by woodland in the heart of the Sarthe countryside. The entrance opens into a vast hall featuring a grand staircase with Neo-Gothic wood paneling. The large reception room (120 m²), decorated with wood paneling, opens through its original large bay windows onto a terrace with a double-flight staircase. The ground floor also offers a splendid Louis XV library with 18th-century “à la capucine” woodwork signed by Étienne Leroy (1724–1774), cabinetmaker in La Flèche. On the first floor are three suites and two salons, and on the second floor nine bedrooms with shower rooms. On the third floor, 11 bedrooms requiring restoration. Oak parquet flooring covers the floors from the ground floor to the second floor, and each bedroom features its own marble fireplace. Particularly remarkable are the superb 18th-century wood panelings in one of the first-floor bedrooms, decorated with trophies of musical and gardening instruments suspended by ribbons above mirrors framed with elegant leafy reed motifs. The attic beneath the roof is entirely convertible. In the basement, accessed via the service staircase, are the boiler room with newly renovated electrical installation, a storage room, and a professional kitchen. The collective accommodation annex, a vast 1970s building currently offering 35 beds and 28 bedrooms, is ideal for a collective accommodation project. On the ground floor: ten studio apartments and a professional kitchen. On the first floor: ten bedrooms and five bathrooms. On the second floor: three two-room apartments with kitchens and bathrooms, and two one-bedroom apartments with kitchens and bathrooms. The property also includes a large multipurpose hall of approximately 200 m², including toilets, backstage room, cinema room, and bicycle garage. Two offices of 50 m². Three-bedroom house. 60 m² billiard room. -Chateau surface area: 1,500 m². -Accommodation complex surface area: 1,400 m². Beautiful 18th-century walled vegetable garden with greenhouse and ornamental pond. Land area: 81,458 m². Location: -Countryside setting, without overlooking neighbors. -5 km from Écommoy, all services including train station. -23 km from Le Mans, TGV station, 1h30 from Paris Montparnasse station. Price: 1,500,000 euros agency fees included (agency fees payable by the seller). Fees to be paid by the seller. DPE blank. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Geohazards website: georisques.gouv.fr.

Château located in a peaceful setting in the heart of the Loir Valley, near the Bercé state forest, 30 km from Le Mans, 40 km from Tours, 50 km from Angers, and just 10 km from the nearest train station with a direct service to Paris. Built using tufa stone, this elegant light-filled château offers approximately 600 sq.m of living area. It includes 5 beautiful reception rooms, a professional-standard kitchen and 13 bedrooms spread over two floors. It sits on 5 hectares of private grounds comprising a garden adorned with delightful mature trees and a wooded area. There are also two separate modern buildings that offer additional accommodation, each measuring approximately 300 sq.m. This makes a total of 1200 sq.m of living area and 28 bedrooms. The property is therefore ideal for use as an events venue, a destination for school trips or a hotel facility. You will also find several outbuildings and garages.

Nantes Sotheby's realty propose you an exceptional property near Le Mans, featuring a Napoleon III style château, expansive outbuildings, and a sprawling English-style park spanning over 8 hectares. Just 21 minutes from the Le Mans racetracks and 4 km from a village with a train station connecting to Le Mans in a mere 13 minutes, this residence boasts a 900 sqm château with spacious reception rooms, 13 bedrooms, and 7 bathrooms. The outbuildings provide substantial accommodation capacity, and a 200 sqm hall allows for diverse project possibilities. Don't miss this unique opportunity near the Le Mans racetracks. Contact us for more information.

Ref.4313 : French Historic castle for sale in Pays de la Loire. Built on a hilltop overlooking the surrounding countryside and a small river, on the borders of the Sarthe and Mayenne départements, 230 km from Paris and easily accessible by TGV train and motorway, this beautiful château, listed in its entirety on the Inventaire Supplémentaire des Monuments Historiques (Supplementary Inventory of Historic Monuments), comprises around fifteen rooms that have been restored to a very high standard. The property comprises the château itself and a vast outbuilding that houses a separate dwelling and exhibition space. THE CASTLE : Its total covered surface area on 5 levels is 1,400sqm, of which 300sqm is in its 19th century state and approx. 900 sqm is maintained, spread over 3 levels. It houses : Ground floor (level 0): access via the main courtyard : former guard room (55sqm) 3.77 m high double ribbed ceiling, housed in the former medieval keep, its monumental Gothic fireplace bearing two coats of arms, including the royal coat of arms and a crest with a coat of arms of high nobility in the center, beautiful oak parquet flooring. Large lounge (68sqm) 3.7 m high, with its medieval fireplace bearing the same coat of arms; Large bedroom (41sqm), 3.7 m high, where Steve Mcqueen stayed during the filming of 'Le Mans', with en suite bathroom; Library/Billiard room (42 sqm, 3.5 m high, with access to the south-west-facing summer terraces; Small study (8.5sqm) and large study (31 sqm). 1st floor (level 1): Corridor with terracotta tiles leading to : An old balcony and a second open balcony overlooking the chapel; Bedroom (31 sqm), known as the king's bedroom due to Louis XIII's documented stay there, 3.16 m high, oak parquet flooring, monumental fireplace with stone column, en suite bathroom with bath and washbasin; Bedroom (20.27 sqm), 3.22 m high, terracotta tiled floor, 19th century marble fireplace, en suite bathroom (11 sqm) with bath, bidet, washbasin. separate wc. Bedroom (22.37 sqm), 3.09 m high, terracotta tiled floor, 19th century marble fireplace, en suite bathroom with bath and washbasin; Library (former bedroom) (34.5 sqm), 3 m high, oak parquet flooring, monumental stone fireplace; Bedroom (41.5 sqm), HPS: 3.28 m, oak herringbone parquet flooring, monumental stone fireplace, en suite bathroom with bath, washbasin, wc; Master bedroom (34.3sqm), HPS: 3.21 m, oak floor with herringbone pattern, monumental stone fireplace, en suite shower room with shower, washbasin, wc; dressing room (10.2 sqm), modern shower room with double washbasin and shower. On the 2nd floor (level 2): Approx. 350sqm of living space comprising 7 rooms to be completely renovated (floors, walls, ceilings) and 2 sanitary areas also to be renovated. Attic above. Garden level (-1) : Large dining room (36 sqm), HSP: 2.45 m, wc with washbasin, kitchen and dining area (41 sqm), HSP: 2.45 m, utility room. Basement (level -2): Former kitchens and unfinished preparation and storage areas, former ice houses, vaulted cellar, wine cellar and various areas, boiler room. The outbuildings include : Adjoining the castle, with access via the main courtyard, is a beautiful early 16th century chapel. At the entrance to the castle, a U-shaped building that houses : former caretaker's accommodation, restored in 2010, comprising a room (37sqm), 3.01 m high, a bedroom (16.8sqm), a shower room (4.9 sqm) with double wash-hand basins, shower, separate toilet and a kitchen (20.8 sqm). Oil-fired heating, 2010 boiler. A showroom (60.5 sqm), 3 m high, tiled, exposed beams, cement floor with parquet flooring, entrance (14.82 sqm) with staircase, wc with washbasin. First floor: showroom (75 sqm), projection room (57sqm), cement floor. Garage (56 sqm); Stable with 3 boxes (50 sqm); Former tack room (9.4 sqm); Garage (52 sqm), attic above. With a total surface area of 17.59 acres (7 ha 12 a 88 ca), the land comprises : - an attractive driveway and bridle path ; - a pretty terraced garden - an equestrian arena (80x40m) covered with Fontainebleau sand following earthworks and the laying of a bidime; - a small ornamental wood (approx. 6.17 acres / 2.5 ha); - Paddock (approx. 2.47 acres / 1 ha); - pleasant, harmoniously planted areas. The château, its chapel and the recognised layout of the gardens (cad. Zi 31p) were included in the Supplementary Inventory of Historic Monuments by order of 24 April 1989. The entrance gate (cad. ZI 31p) was listed by decree on 22 July 1991. This property benefits from the advantageous tax status of Historic Monuments. This property is registred on the additionnal inventory of historic monuments (allowing fiscal tax cuts if you pay taxes in France). OPTION TO PURCHASE IN ADDITION : ARTICLE 2 : The former chateau farm comprises : A comfortable dwelling house, recently restored, of approx. 160 sqm with entrance hall, study, living room, kitchen, utility room, wc/washbasin. First floor: lounge, 3 bedrooms, 3 shower rooms and 1 bathroom. Oil-fired central heating. Outbuildings used as sheds. A beautiful 18th century building with a floor surface area of 270 sqm, built of stone on an L-shaped plan, housing former stables (9 loose boxes), a treatment room (32.8 sqm) and a barn. The slate roof was redone in 2014. Land in the nature of gardens and meadows, representing a total surface area of : 4.32 acres (1 ha 75 a 20 ca). ARTICLE 3 : Beyond a small road, a beautiful property of more than 67 acres consisting of woods and moorland with a pond (approx. 6,300 sqm).

Ref 4705: Beautiful property with grounds, moat and outbuildings for sale in the Sarthe region. This historic residence is located in the Sarthe department in southern Maine, just a 10-minute drive from La Flèche, a charming historic town renowned for its natural setting, quality of life, and wide range of shops and amenities. Ideally located, the property enjoys a privileged location, less than an hour from the main cities of western France (Le Mans, Angers, and Tours) and easily accessible from Paris thanks to the rail and motorway networks. It is set in a peaceful rural environment, conducive to tranquility and the art of country living. The main building, covering an area of 420sqm over four levels, stands in the heart of beautifully maintained grounds, overlooking the moat and offering unobstructed views of the surrounding agricultural landscape. It boasts many characterful features, such as marble fireplaces, remarkable wood paneling, refined parquet flooring, and even a mysterious secret passage. On the ground floor, a vaulted entrance hall connects the basement to the upper floors via a central staircase. A long 16-meter gallery, oriented north-south, leads to all the rooms on this level. The parquet flooring and wood-paneled walls lend warmth and character to this space. The 46sqm living room, with its elegant herringbone parquet flooring, enjoys triple exposure and opens onto the south-facing terrace. An interior door leads to the library, which also features herringbone parquet flooring, rich wood paneling, and a carved wooden fireplace under a paneled and plastered ceiling. The dining room, with its black marble fireplace and straight parquet flooring, offers a view of the rear courtyard and direct access to the current kitchen, which is functional but in need of modernization. The ground floor also includes a double bedroom with an alcove and a bathroom. On the first floor: five bedrooms and three bathrooms. Each bedroom is generously sized, measuring approximately 30sqm or more, with cement tile floors and marble fireplaces. The master suite stands out with its parquet flooring and double exposure. The second floor, accessed via a central corridor reached through a secret passage hidden in a cupboard, comprises a large games room and eight former servants' bedrooms, along with three bathrooms. The basement/garden level, also accessible from inside via the staircase in the hall, opens directly onto the back garden. It features a dining room with original beams and a tuffeau stone fireplace. The old kitchen has been converted into a second kitchen with a dining area and laundry/utility room. There is also an office and a wine cellar, combining comfort and practicality. The property includes several large outbuildings. One of them, currently rented out, offers comfortable family accommodation on two floors. Opposite the private courtyard, a second outbuilding houses a 76sqm reception room, lit by magnificent stained glass windows. The rest of the building has been partially converted, with six rooms of various sizes on the ground floor and three attic rooms to be finished (171sqm, 75sqm and 64sqm). There is also a dovecote, a stable with three stalls, a garage and a 75sqm garage/workshop for tractors. This remarkable site offers unique potential for hosting corporate events, weddings, holiday cottages, guest rooms or a large family home, in a peaceful and charming setting while remaining close to amenities. The property covers more than 9 hectares (23.75 acres) featuring a variety of landscaped areas. These include an English-style park, moats, a French-style garden, as well as courtyards and gardens below. It also includes paddocks and fields bordering the forest. The property also has two separate entrances. Cabinet LE NAIL – Touraine - Loire Valley – M. Tony WELLS : +33 (0)2.43.98.20.20 Tony WELLS, Individual company, registered in the Special Register of Commercial Agents, under the number 444 692 156. We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.

Located in peaceful and unspoiled natural surroundings in Sarthe and Maine-et-Loire, close to La Flèche, this magnificent residence of over 800 sq.m was built in the early 19th century on ancient 12th-century foundations. It sits on 9 hectares of grounds on the edge of a forest featuring English-style and French-style gardens, a lake and a moat. Restored by the current owners, the property consists of a main house, outbuildings and two large garages. The spacious main house is spread over four levels. The ground floor comprises a large entrance hall to the east, a large living room with fireplace, a dining room with fireplace and wood panelling adjoining a kitchen, a wood-panelled library, and a bedroom with shower room. On the first floor, there are 7 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and a large hallway. On the second floor/attic, you will find 8 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and a WC. Two staircases, including a main staircase, lead to the upper floors. The house also has a mezzanine floor equipped with a cellar, a pantry, a summer dining room, a utility room and a boiler room. Outbuildings: Set apart, there is a group of three buildings forming a U-shape with a floor area of approximately 800 sq.m spread over two floors. They house a caretaker's lodge (currently rented out), a large reception room and four other spaces (two of which are attic rooms in need of conversion). Dovecote and stables (three boxes). This is a historic and rare property that would be ideal for a variety of projects: family residence, tourism or events business. (4.00 % fees incl. VAT at the buyer's expense.)