castles with terrace for sale Sable-sur-sarthe, France

Renaissance Manor House Listed as a Historic Monument – 5,435 sq ft – 9.1 Acres of Parkland – Sarthe, France Built circa 1530 and later remodeled in the 18th century, this remarkable period manor house, now listed as a Historic Monument, bears witness to several centuries of architectural heritage. Carefully and comprehensively restored in 2010, the property harmoniously combines historic authenticity with modern comfort. Offering approximately 505 sqm (5,435 sq ft) of living space, the residence features 12 principal rooms, including superb reception rooms with generous proportions and an impressive ceiling height of approximately 3.7 meters (12 ft), creating a refined and luminous atmosphere throughout. The sleeping quarters comprise five bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom, ensuring comfort, privacy, and independence for residents and guests alike, 2 extra rooms. ⸻ Exceptional Architectural Heritage Typical of Renaissance seigneurial residences, the manor retains numerous period features of outstanding quality, carefully preserved over time: * Two independent staircases, including a stone spiral staircase * Monumental Renaissance fireplaces * 18th-century stone fireplaces and trumeaux * Original terracotta floor tiles * Gun ports * Watch turret * Secondary staircase integrated within the thickness of the walls * Guard room These authentic features reflect the defensive and residential architecture of the 16th and 18th centuries, giving the property rare historical character and heritage value. ⸻ A Charming Estate in a Preserved Setting Set within a peaceful and unspoiled rural environment, yet within convenient reach of main transport routes and services, the estate extends over approximately 3.7 hectares (9.1 acres) of landscaped grounds. The park includes formal plantings of boxwood and yew topiary, creating an elegant and structured landscape setting. The property benefits from modern security and infrastructure features, including: * Electric entrance gate * Partially walled grounds * Alarm system * Fiber-optic internet connection ⸻ Outbuildings and Potential The estate includes several valuable outbuildings: * A garage wing located opposite the main residence * An annex providing a self-contained independent dwelling * A separate house currently rented, generating rental income These buildings offer a wide range of potential uses, including family residence, hospitality activity, professional use, or investment income.

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.