luxury listed house for sale Saint-Cyr-sur-Loire, France

A former priory from the 13th and 16th centuries, partially listed as a national Historical Monument, surrounded by grounds of nearly 35 hectares, on the outskirts of Tours. The property, undetectable from a street along the edge of the village, is accessible from an iron gate that opens on to a lane that ascends gradually through the woods and leads to the base of the tower and the remains of the enclosure wall, before skirting the buildings until it reaches the priory. In addition, the property is also accessible via a second gate that opens on to an immense gravel courtyard planted with flowering shrubs, which communicates with all of the buildings. On one side, a tithe barn, 40 metres long, whose exteriors, wooden rafters and roof are all listed as national Historical Monuments, stands directly opposite from the prior’s dwelling, flanked on either side by outbuildings and a tower, while, to the north, a farmhouse abuts the enclosure wall. In the middle of it all is an impressive dovecote, listed as a regional Historical Monument, as is the tower, the remains of the enclosure wall and the dwelling’s exteriors and rooftops. As for the dwelling, restored, it has become a sunny living environment, whose original features, such as its stone spiral staircase, fireplaces and pointed stone walls, have been faithfully preserved, while the property’s farmhouse has been turned into guest accommodations for six people and the barn and outbuilding at the base of the tower are used to host receptions. Lastly, the final outbuilding, half of which was transformed into public bathrooms, is still used as a workshop and could be developed further, whereas the grounds, which extend over nearly 35 hectares, are made up of woods and meadows, crisscrossed by pathways and waterways.

Less than 30mn from Tours and 2.5h from Paris, set within an unspoiled environment of woodland, meadows and water features, this character manor house offers approximately 900 m² of living space at the heart of an 11-hectare estate. Restored with exacting standards, it combines the charm of historic architecture with contemporary comfort, in a family-oriented, elegant and light-filled atmosphere. The Property The manor harmoniously blends 16th- and 19th-century elements. The refinement of its façades, the nobility of its materials, the quality of its interior appointments and the balance of its volumes create a timeless living environment. Ground Floor A vast through entrance hall distributes the reception rooms, all opening onto the terraces. Right wing: Dining room on garden level, kitchen with fireplace designed for informal dining, pantry. Left wing: Living room with bespoke library, second sitting room with Napoleon III fireplace, study, dressing room, WC. The entire level has been carefully renovated: Burgundy stone flooring, underfloor heating, custom joinery, fully upgraded electrical system. First Floor The landing leads to 6 to 8 bedrooms, each with its own bathroom or shower room. Mouldings, parquet floors, stained-glass windows, open views over the park and bespoke storage enhance the elegance of this level. Also on this floor: a large office, a dressing room and a laundry room. Top Floor A fully independent level comprising a large TV/games room, billiard room, four bedrooms with built-in storage, a dormitory and three bathrooms ideal for children or guests. The Outbuildings Louis XIV Annex: Former stables converted into a reception house with living room, kitchen, spa/sauna, games room, bedroom/dormitory and bathroom. Terrace with bromine-treated swimming pool (liner replaced in 2016), summer kitchen, technical rooms, well and exterior lighting. Caretakers House: Four rooms, wood heating. The Park Approximately 11 hectares comprising: Three ponds Wooded avenues, meadows and poplar grove Varied landscapes, open views and absolute tranquillity Our View Far more than a property, this is an exceptional residence restored with rigour: listed dormer windows, bespoke woodwork, noble materials and carefully considered thermal comfort. A rare, elegant and welcoming estate, designed equally for fluid family living and refined entertaining. Energy performance certificate currently being prepared.