castle with pool for sale La Châtaigneraie, France

Ref.4671 : Beautiful 15th and 19th century château in 25 acres of parkland in the Vendée department The estate is located in the Vendée department, between the towns of La Roche sur Yon and Niort. Close to the town of Chantonnay, it nestles at the edge of a small, peaceful village in the « Bocage Vendéen ». Nearby are the historic town of Vouvant and the pretty forest of Mervent. The popular Puy du Fou theme park is just 40 minutes away. The town of Fontenay le Comte is less than 20 minutes away. The interior of the castle offers bright and airy rooms. It retains the charm of old residences, with preserved features such as antique fireplaces, wood paneling, moldings, and rosettes. The decor is tasteful. The ground floor is accessed via a hallway with flagstone flooring. On the left is a cozy living room with double exposure and an office in the tower. On the right is a beautiful dining room, a small dining room with antique floor tiles and an antique fireplace. A large, bright kitchen facing west with access to the west courtyard. Toilets. Hallway. A bedroom in the tower. A beautiful staircase provides access to the upper floors. On the first floor, a large hallway leads to the bedrooms. A large bedroom of approximately 40 sqm, with parquet flooring, fireplace, moldings, and ceiling rose. A bathroom. An office in the tower. Another bedroom. A shower room. A bathroom with toilet. A bedroom in the tower. Toilet. Another bedroom in the tower. On the second floor, a hallway leads to five bedrooms, a bathroom with toilet, a games room, and a billiard room in the tower. A shower room with toilet. A second wooden staircase provides access to the upper floors. The number of bedrooms, with 6 bathrooms and 7 toilets, makes it possible to consider running a bed and breakfast. Outbuildings : In the perpendicular wing: - An apartment of approximately 80 sqm, with a living room with fireplace, a bedroom, a toilet, and a bathroom. Upstairs: a large room of approximately 80 sqm with an adjoining room, large stone fireplace, and window seats. - Barns. Former stables. - In the west wing: workshop, woodshed, boiler room, barns. - A 17th-century dovecote in the courtyard, roof in need of repair. - A wooden hunting lodge in need of renovation. - A summer kitchen with a utility room containing old stoves. Land : The estate covers approximately 25 acres, entirely enclosed by stone walls, ensuring complete privacy. It consists of a wide variety of landscaped areas, combining unspoiled nature and elegant features. The park is home to many century-old trees of various species: plane trees, chestnut trees, oaks, American oaks, tulip trees, lime trees, and more. One of them stands out in particular: a remarkable yew tree, estimated to be a thousand years old, which bears witness to the history of the place. A stream runs through the estate, bringing freshness and life. A pond to the south and a large lake fed by a spring complete the water features. To the north, the park is more structured, with shaded paths and a peaceful atmosphere. To the south, the spaces open onto soft, luminous meadows where sheep graze. To the west, a swimming pool area has been carefully designed, sheltered from view, in an intimate setting. Cypress trees planted in front of the pool give the place an Italian feel. A tennis court completes the leisure facilities. Finally, several wooded areas enrich the whole, offering both a natural setting and a real diversity of landscape. This park offers a rare environment, combining nature and elegance, ideal for walks, moments of relaxation, or outdoor living in a privileged setting. Cabinet LE NAIL – Loire-Atlantique and Vendée - Mrs Nathalie TOULBOT : +33 (0)2.43.98.20.20 Nathalie TOULBOT, Individual company, registered in the Special Register of Commercial Agents, under the number 418 969 077. We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.

This stately 19th-century Château sits on the edge of a charming village near a lively town with full amenities. Surrounded by 2.5 hectares of landscaped parkland, it features a pool, two guest houses, and elegant period architecture throughout. Inside, a grand granite staircase leads to a majestic entrance hall, flowing into a formal dining room with intricate woodwork and parquet floors. Three reception rooms, one with a stylish bar, offer refined entertaining spaces. The right wing includes a paneled corridor leading to a spacious kitchen, office, utility room, and guest facilities. A sweeping wrought-iron staircase ascends to eight en suite bedrooms across two floors, all with oak floors and estate views. The attic offers two more bedrooms, a bathroom, and space for further conversion (STPP). Below, a vast vaulted cellar spans the entire footprint of the Château. Outbuildings include a charming orangery and 1880s stables—both ripe for restoration. Two restored stone guest pavilions provide additional accommodation: one with 2 bedrooms, the other a studio with mezzanine. A 10x5m pool completes the picture. The English-style park, enclosed in parts by old stone walls, is planted with mature trees including redwoods and oaks. A separate orchard hosts figs, mirabelles, apples, and peaches. A rare blend of history, charm, and potential.