castle with reception room for sale Loudun, France

Two 16th and 19th century castles, 5,000 m2 of living space, 43 bedrooms, 4 houses, 35 ha, swimming pool, 3 tennis courts, helipad Less than 1h30 from Paris, very close to the train station and the airport, not far from the major amusement parks and networks. 2 castles: - 16th century castles, 21 bedrooms, restaurant, 7 dining rooms for groups, 6 seminar rooms, 1 large kitchen, wine cellars, small chapel, nightclub. - 19th century castle, 22 rooms and suites, 1 living room Dependencies : - 4 houses of 88m2, 144m2, 172m2 and 258m2 Exteriors: - Swimming pool 10x20m - 3 tennis courts - Heliport, Area with great potential and in full development. To find out more, contact us. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Georisques website: georisques.gouv.fr

FOR SALE - AT THE GATES OF POITIERS In calm setting, exceptional property consisting of 2 chateaux dating back to 16th and 19th C., 4 houses and former stables set in 31.6 ha park with 10x20m swimming pool, tennis courts and helipad. The 16th C. Chateau offers a bar, a gastronomic restaurant with 7 dining rooms, 6 seminar rooms, 21 bedrooms, chapel, discotheque, pool locker, professional kitchen, laundry, wine cellars, locker and staff dining room, as well as annex buildings which would be ideal for a wellness space (indoor swimming pool, hammam, sauna, spa...). The 19th C. Chateau offers 22 bedrooms and bedroom ensuites as well as a living room. Seven bedrooms and bathrooms were fully renovated last year and 2 bedrooms for handicaped people are in progress. A new boiler and lift will be installed during the year. Two houses (88 and 144 m²) run as gites, a 172 m² house dedicated to the owners and a 258 m² house (14 bedrooms) dedicated to the staff complete the property. The turnover of 1.6 M€, made up of 3,700 nights, 30 to 40 weddings, 150 seminars and 20,000 meals per annum, could be easily developed. Selling price : 3,878,000 euros. Fees at seller's expense. Energy class : N/A. Climate class : N/A. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Georisques website : www.georisques.gouv.fr

Just 30 minutes from Poitiers, this charming, perfectly restored 19th-century château sits on 9.6 hectares of parkland, meadows, and woods bordered by a river. Fully restoring its original decorative features, the residence features a beautiful succession of reception rooms, twelve bedrooms, and seven bathrooms or shower rooms with toilets. The roof is recent. Complemented by numerous outbuildings, including a chapel with ribbed vaults, a caretaker's house with three bedrooms, stables, a former orangery, a barn and garages, and a heated swimming pool, this property is an exceptional property. The ground floor of the château comprises a 52 m² entrance hall with a coffered ceiling (opening onto both the main courtyard and the garden), opening through large arches into a large 52 m² living room with a fireplace and coffered ceiling, and slatted parquet flooring. In the southeast wing, there is a 38 m² living room with a fireplace and French ceiling, and herringbone parquet flooring, a 25 m² library with a fireplace, and herringbone parquet flooring, a side entrance with a beautiful main wooden staircase leading to the upper floor, a chapel with a ribbed vault, and a small room. Adjacent to the entrance hall is a 47 m² dining room with a fireplace and coffered ceiling, and herringbone parquet flooring. The northwest wing offers a utility room with a fireplace, a pantry, the boiler room, a side entrance with stairs leading to the upper floors, a toilet, and a kitchen with a fireplace. The first floor has eight bedrooms and seven bathrooms or shower rooms with toilets. The second floor consists of four small attic bedrooms, an attic space, a storage room, and a small room. A cellar is also located below. The oil-fired central heating is recent, with hot water production (oil/electricity). The caretaker's cottage (unfurnished) offers a kitchen, a bedroom, an office, and a toilet on the ground floor; and upstairs: two bedrooms and a bathroom/shower/toilet. Oil and wood heating. The other outbuildings include a stable, a garage, an orangery, a barn, a 17th-century pavilion, stables, a 150 m² outbuilding, and a heated swimming pool. This beautiful property is located 30 minutes from Poitiers, a city with an airport and TGV (1 hour 40 minutes from Paris Montparnasse), and 15 minutes from a motorway. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

Ref:4423 : Remarkable property in the Loire Valley A peaceful rural location on the outskirts of a vibrant village with a good selection of shops, school, college, weekly market, restaurants, chemist, etc. etc. Ideal as a residence for entertaining or simply to enjoy and relax in the park or by the pond. A great location from which to explore the Loire Valley, placed within the triangle of Tours, Angers and Le Mans with easy access to all three popular cities and their high speed train links to Paris and beyond. This château consists of three sides around an internal courtyard with gated access to the entrance drive. The main section; steps from the courtyard up to the terrace bring us to the south facing triangular capped central façade. The front door leads into the main hallway, 32 sqm of parquet flooring with half wood panelling adorn this front-to-back through room. To the rear is the main of four staircases and doors to the rear gardens. In the middle we have a choice of left or right double doors. To the right the large reception room, 60 sqm, double aspect with herring bone parquet flooring, original marble fireplace and 3.4m high ceiling. To one corner a cosy tower room with hexagonal parquet overlooks the gardens. The veranda provides the link to the east wing. To the left of the entrance hall is a 26 sqm lounge also with marble fireplace and herring bone parquet . This leads on to the former billiard room of 53 sqm, an impressive ornate beamed ceiling, sculptured wooden and marble fireplace and continued herring bone parquet with direct access to the south terrace. Passing the 2nd staircase in the second tower room we arrive in the “hunting room”; 31 sqm with quarry tiled floor and rustic period fireplace. The original service kitchen with stone sink and hand pump is off from this room. The “rural theme” is continued into a smaller “hunting room” of 24 sqm with stairs to one of the underground basements .. this room was probably used as an extension to the kitchen originally. Another hall with stairs no.3 provides the link here to the upper floor and the West wing. The first floor in this part is home to 6 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms (one with a secret passage to a bedroom) all enjoying views over the courtyard to the south. Sizes range from 13 sqm up to 30 sqm with most over 22 sqm and ceiling heights of 3.2m. The second floor in this section provides another 6 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms .. originally the domestic staff’s lodgings. The East wing ground floor, with access via the main building veranda, has also independent access. Here we have a more modern kitchen of 23 sqm with adapted period oven, a rear kitchen with original bread oven and food store room. The lounge/diner with harlequin tiled floor measures approximately 48 sqm and is double aspect. In the kitchen and lounge here we have underfloor heating. The internal hallway and staircase No.4 with wc and boiler room link us back to the main part of the building. The first floor is also connected internally to the main section but can be independent if required, offering; games room, kitchen (work in progress), bedroom, 2nd bedroom/lounge and bathroom. At the end of the East wing is a self-contained red brick construction “guardian’s” house; over two floors with 2/3 bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen and lounge. The West wing of the chateau accommodates the former stables (5 boxes and a stallion pen) and original tack room with large useable attic room above. Various storeroom and workshops. Covered “through” chariot access, a garage of 51 sqm and 65 sqm former orangerie/barn with 4.6 sqm high ceiling. At the end of this wing is the original aviary. To the south is the tree lined driveway leading to the lane, the courtyard is enclosed and to the rear the private park extends over 14.82 acres (6 ha) and includes period mature specimen trees, ornamental bushes and a large pond with island. The tennis court requires some TLC before the next match. 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.

Réf. 4621 : For sale near Tours, majestic chateau with professional activity. In the heart of the Loire Valley this exceptional domain of 10acres (4h) surrounds a Napoleonic château from the late 19c. A quiet private setting with excellent access to local amenities and a short drive into Tours. It is no wonder that the professional activity on site is rapidly expanding. Offering numerous possibilities from formal events to camping, including chambre d’hotes and gites, combining a large pool, mini-golf, terrace and bar areas this is a complete package for those searching an investment opportunity along with a unique lifestyle. This property is offered for sale including the business activity, its furniture and equipment in order to continue the current project or adapt to one of your choosing. With origins of the site dating back to the medieval period in a defensive location, strategically placed between Tours and Chinon, the buildings have seen numerous modifications, rebuilds and extensions over the different periods. It was used as a family residence up until the 1970s when it was developed as a camping and activity centre. The estate lends itself perfectly to the organisation of a wide variety of events and activities: Outdoor events and accommodation, holiday cottages, bed and breakfasts Weddings, birthdays and private celebrations Seminars, conferences and corporate meetings Family reunions or get-togethers with friends Wellness retreats, artistic or sports courses Team-building and outdoor activities Today, the late 19th-century Napoleonic-style château, with its elegant, noble facades and large windows, faces the tree-lined driveway beyond the main gates and the parkland planted with trees over a hundred years old. The buildings within the domain have a current capacity of 46 bedrooms offering 96 sleeping places. 1/ The chateau itself covers circa 800sqm over 4 floors. Has 18 bedrooms on the upper floors, a modern kitchen and 3 reception rooms on the ground floor and office and storage space on the garden floor. Double fronted the rear overlooks a quiet shaded terrace. 2/ The big gite of 300m² provides 10 bedrooms and a good sized kitchen/diner with workshops below. 3/ The little gite of 100m² has 3 bedrooms also with a kitchen/diner. 4/ The “Maison de charme” on the edge of the property, often favoured by the newly weds, has 2 bedrooms. 5/ Mobil Homes/ Chalets offer 7 units with 30 beds. 6/ Campsite with 25 pitches for tents, caravans and motorhomes. On site there are currently 7 chalets offering a total of 30 sleeping places. A large number of spaces that can receive several groups at the same time. A recently completed 200sqm reception hall with bar, kitchen, toilets and cloak room meeting the required disabled access compliances. A “Barnum” style 100sqm reception area Two further smaller reception halls of 50m² and 40m² with kitchens. Exterior bar and 300sqm terrace area with summer kitchen and BBQ. Outbuildings : Various garages and storage units with workshops. Within the 10 acres wooded (with 100 year old : cedars, redwoods, oaks, lime trees & ash trees) estate there are 25 camping places for tents, caravans or camping-cars along with shower block with wcs and a laundry unit). The heated outdoor pool measures 14x6m with a smaller child’s paddling pool of 5x2m. There is an 8000m² games area, a mini-golf (18 holes), play area, gym (15m² with 3 machines), boules pitch and table tennis table. Formal parking area. Solar lighting. Cabinet LE NAIL – Touraine - Loire Valley – Mr 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.

Ref.4798 : Medieval castle and 16th-C. noble dwelling, listed as a Historic Monument, with outbuildings and 8.22 acres in Anjou Set in a peaceful setting in the heart of the Layon Valley, this remarkable medieval castle forms part of a landscape typical of southern Anjou, where vineyards and valleys intertwine. Situated between the old village and the River Layon, it enjoys a location that is both central and secluded, reflecting the pivotal role it once played in the local community. Close to the business hubs of Angers and Cholet, and within easy reach of Saumur, the property offers excellent accessibility whilst retaining the charm of a preserved rural setting. The Layon Valley, renowned for its landscapes and vineyards, offers a sought-after lifestyle, ideal for outdoor activities and exploring the heritage of the Anjou region. The numerous surrounding vineyards contribute to the region’s economic and cultural vitality, whilst the paths and roads criss-crossing the hillsides invite you to go for a stroll. A few shops and services are within walking distance (bar-restaurant, nurses’ practice, winegrowers), and the nearest amenities are located about ten minutes away in a small neighbouring town. The property now offers an interesting heritage base, suitable for a residential or development project, in an area appreciated for its relaxed lifestyle and authenticity. All that remains of the medieval castle, dating from the 12th and 15th centuries, is an imposing square keep overlooking the valley and the ruins of its original seigneurial layout. The main tower was built on a four-storey plan with a slate roof and features spacious rooms whose opulent furnishings for the time suggest that powerful lords once resided here. Built on a promontory, the complex forms a double enclosure enclosed by defensive curtain walls with flanking towers, whose functions were to observe the valley and protect the inhabitants from external attacks. In addition to the castle, a former residence dating from the 16th-C. currently serves as the main dwelling on the estate. Built of local stone with a three-storey layout and a slate roof, it covers an area of approximately 450 sqm and is laid out as follows: On the raised ground floor, accessed via a stone stepway, a gallery leads on one side to a kitchen, a large room converted into a living/dining room featuring a monumental stone fireplace and a mezzanine accessed via a remarkable solid oak spiral staircase with a central baluster featuring a twisted design, and then to a study/library; and on the other side to a toilet, a bathroom, a dressing room, two bedrooms, a lounge with a built-in fireplace, and a shower room. On this floor, the floors are laid with Rairies terracotta tiles and solid wood parquet, the interior doors and shutters, and the ceilings feature ornate cornices or exposed beams. Partially attic space above. On the ground floor, a spacious living room used as a reception room with a monumental fireplace and an old bread oven, two en-suite bedrooms, each with its own shower room/toilet, a kitchen/utility room, storage rooms, a boiler room and a cellar. The property features numerous outbuildings: - A restored former farmhouse of approximately 100 sqm, built of local stone with a tiled roof, converted into a comfortable home comprising a large living/dining room with a mezzanine, a kitchen, a shower room, a toilet, and a ground-floor bedroom. At the rear, there are lean-to buildings (storage sheds and a woodshed) and a walled garden. Heating is provided by a De Dietrich oil-fired boiler (2000) and a wood-burning stove, with hot water supplied by an electric water heater. Note that parts of the timber frame are exposed, and an imposing stone fireplace featuring the wood-burning stove ensures a warm and cosy atmosphere. - A third dwelling of approximately 50 sqm, built of local stone with a slate roof, comprises on the ground floor a kitchen, a living room with an old limestone fireplace featuring a straight lintel, and a bedroom on the first floor. The ceilings feature exposed wooden joists, and heating is provided by a wood-burning stove and electric convector heaters. - A local stone barn with a tiled roof, currently used as a garage. - A local stone wine store with a tiled roof, comprising storage and utility rooms. - A former local stone barn/stable with a slate roof, featuring a room converted into a honey house. - A bread oven. - A kennel. - A gatehouse built of local stone with a tiled roof, currently comprising two rooms used as offices. - An American-style barrack serving as a large reception hall. - A vast hangar. - A second brick wine store/cellar. - Cellar rooms dug into the hillside. - Various other outbuildings and lean-tos. A vast plot of land covering 8.22 acres, comprising courtyards, paths, woodland, meadows, an orchard, a vegetable garden, and a park featuring beautiful ornamental trees, some of which are centuries old (plane trees, cedars, oaks, maples, ash trees, chestnut trees, Judas trees, ginkgo, paulownia, prunus, birch, poplars, camellias, lilacs, rhododendrons, laburnum, viburnum, vegelia, Mexican orange trees, hydrangeas, roses, fruit trees, vines, peonies, irises, walnut trees, olive trees, fig trees, cherry trees, plum trees, apricot trees, peach trees, apple trees, pear trees), offering exceptional views over the Layon Valley. Cabinet LE NAIL – Maine-et-Loire - M. Lodoïs HUBERT : +33 (0)2.43.98.20.20 Lodoïs HUBERT, Individual company, registered in the Special Register of Commercial Agents, under the number 792 044 077. We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.

Réf. 4482: For sale near Angers, magnificent 15th and 17th C. listed château. Situated in the heart of the Haut-Anjou region, in the Loire Valley, this exceptional château is surrounded by a moat, around thirty kilometres north of Angers, in Maine-et-Loire. Set in the heart of a 171.25 acres estate, this property is easily accessible from the main roads. Angers (population 160.000) is a 35-minute drive away. This town, capital of the Anjou region, has all the shops and services you need (university hospital, universities, TGV station with links to Paris in 1 hour). The town centre is magnificent, winding through the narrow streets of the historic town centre, shaped by the imposing silhouette of its 13th-century castle, and brightened up by the parks and gardens in the heart of the town. What's more, the town has been awarded the title of France's leading green town and is a great place to live. In other words: the ‘gentle Angevine’. The A11 motorway is 25 km away, providing a 330 km link to Paris. A small town 8 km away offers all the shops and services you need. The castle is surrounded by a moat spanned by a stone bridge. A châtelet flanked by two round towers defends the entrance, giving access to 3 courtyards enclosed by outbuildings: the main courtyard, the forecourt and the lower courtyard. To the south are the gardens and the fishpond. At the end of the main courtyard, in the extension of the châtelet, stands the dwelling. The original dwelling was built in the splendour of the Renaissance period in the 15th and 16th centuries, then extended in the 17th and 18th centuries to in clude the main building, which was 'refurbished' around 1850, and a wing set at right angles to it. This ensemble forms the main dwelling, which comprises : Ground floor: entrance hall (30 sqm) in the corner between the between the main dwelling and the wing: On the left: dining room (49.3 sqm), lounge (58 sqm), lounge in the Renaissance- style dwelling (57 sqm), small lounge (25 sqm) in the former guards' room, toilet and wash-hand basin (10 sqm), library (14 sqm) and pantry (5 sqm); On the right: study (18 sqm), kitchen (53 sqm), second kitchen (18 sqm), pantry (9 sqm), various back rooms; Opposite: stairwell, woodshed, boiler room, toilet and wash-hand basin. The first floor is accessed by a large stone staircase and a wooden spiral staircase in the tower of the Renaissance dwelling: 9 bedrooms (from 19 to 27 sqm), 2 dressing rooms (9 and 18 sqm), 5 bathrooms, 4 shower rooms, one with a sauna, 2 wc and wash-hand basin. Attic space above. In the wing at right angles, spread over three levels: vast games room 150 sqm games room, former cellars, home cinema (22 seats) and adjoining kitchen, 7 bedrooms, 6 shower rooms, a large study, 7 wc and wash-hand basin, other rooms. The reception rooms feature attractive floors: oak parquet flooring, terracotta tiles or flagstones; and attractive decorations: wood panelling, trumeaux, stone or marble fireplaces, painted joist ceilings. The volumes are very generous: the main living rooms are spacious, with joist heights of over 3.7 metres. This is one of the great historic châteaux of Haut-Anjou, combining the comfort of adjoining rooms with double exposure and the character of a Renaissance dwelling. Outbuildings : A truly autonomous place over the centuries, the property still has all the outbuildings that once enlivened this ancient seigneury. They are laid out around the castle, within the enclosure formed by the moat. They include : A/ A magnificent 16th century entrance châtelet, flanked by two pepper-pot towers, comprising a carriage entrance and a small pedestrian gateway once fitted with a portcullis and drawbridge. It comprises an upper room and two towers, one of which houses the staircase. Above the carriage entrance, in a rectangular frame, is a statue of a goddess surmounted by the warrior motto ‘Vincit Omnia Pallas’. The upper crown features a shield with a cross patté argent on a sable background. B/ In the southern extension of the châtelet, the outbuildings include: a former 3-room dwelling and a stable and saddlery room. C/ In the north and then west extension of the châtelet, an L-shaped group of outbuildings, flanked by two pepperbox corner towers, comprises: - A vast two-room workshop spanning a total of approx. 150 sqm that could be used as a meeting or reception room; - Several stables and sheds, including a bread oven and a dovecote; - A 5-room caretaker's cottage with gas central heating. D/ Close to the dwelling is a pretty chapel dedicated to Saint Sébastien, which has preserved its interior decoration. Founded in 1526, it was remodelled in the 19th century. It has a sacristy. E/ Near the second entrance porch to the north-west, pigsties. F/ Outside the enclosure : - A second caretaker's cottage with living room, two bedrooms and bathroom; - A kennel; - A small stone building on an island bordering the river. The château is set in the centre of its estate, in a single block. It is reached by a majestic avenue of plane trees planted over 300 m, from east to west. The estate spans 176.15 acres, and is made up of various types of land. To the north, it is bordered for almost a kilometre by a pretty river. The land is criss-crossed by driveways radiating out from the château, leading to : Meadows and open moorland (116.14 acres); Woodlands (29.65 acres) comprising oak, coniferous and poplar trees; 2.22 acres of pond. The following parts are listed on the Inventory of Historic Monuments « The whole of the château with its enclosure, as well as the large planted avenues surrounding it (cad. B 235 (moat), 236 to 238 (gardens), 239 to 242 (château buildings and outbuildings), 514, 234 (old avenue), 257 (avenue), 243 (part of avenue), 280 (19th avenue), 248 (north avenue)): listed by order of 1998. » This property is a historic monument (allowing fiscal tax cuts if you pay taxes in France). Cabinet Le Nail: +33.(0)2.43.98.20.20 CPI 5301 2018 000 028 835 - CCI de la Mayenne We invite you to visit our website Cabinet Le Nail to browse our latest listings or learn more about this property.

Co-exclusive, charming, human-scale 16th-century château, renovated in the 19th century, nestled in the heart of a magnificent 8.5-hectare landscaped park. Ideally located in Loches, the city center of this Royal City is within walking distance. It's 50 minutes from Tours and its TGV train station, which connects Paris in an hour. This elegant property has been tastefully and elegantly renovated and has been consistently maintained. Beautiful reception rooms, a master suite, and 5 bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom. A caretaker's cottage, a heated swimming pool, and a pool house. Various outbuildings include an orangery, a garage/workshop, a woodshed, and vast cellars. The park has been fully landscaped and includes a magnificent rose garden, a pond, an orchard, and a wooded area with beautiful paths for strolling. Full File available on request

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.

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.)

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.