luxury listed houses for sale Maine-et-Loire, France

A listed, 15th &17th century house, with an outbuilding and a garden, in the undulating, wooded countryside of the Anjou region. This house stands on the edge of a little country lane, going through the forest, and in a hamlet composed of several houses, including another historic manor house. A small planted garden enhances the house facade. A rear courtyard, also planted, is bordered on one of its sides by an outbuilding and a low wall. Further away, reached by steps, a garden and the forest, part of which could be purchased.

Thirty minutes from Angers, a listed MH village house. Flanked by two local stone pillars, an entrance gate opens onto a gravel courtyard. The imposing silhouette of the manor rises in front, with a wing of outbuildings on one side and the beginning of a garden that surrounds the building on the other. The building dates from the 16th century, but its origins are older. This is evidenced by the walls of its north and south gables, extended by later and smaller buildings. Built of stone rubble and coated with lime, the house has three levels, including one in the attic. The roof is made of Angers slate. At the center of the front facade, a pentagonal tower conceals the entrance and a staircase, with four openings on either side, two of which have mullions. The frames of the door and the openings are adorned with prism moldings and flamboyant friezes. A square tower set back at a right angle punctuates the rear facade. Transformed into a farm for over two centuries, the property was saved from ruin by the current occupants. The restoration work undertaken has been carried out in accordance with the rules of the art. The facades, roofs, and two chimneys from the 15th century have been listed MH since 1987.This description has been automatically translated from French.

There are homes that do more than withstand the passage of time they tell its story. On the doorstep of Saumur, in the heart of the Loire Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this remarkable fortified manor house, listed as a Historic Monument, Built during the second half of the 16th century at the initiative of Simon de Maillé, Archbishop of Tours, it combines architectural grandeur, authenticity and outstanding historical significance with rare elegance. Protected by its high fortified walls, enhanced by a watchtower and centred around a magnificent two-storey gatehouse linking the two wings of the residence, the property has preserved all the character of a historic estate . Set within approximately 1.5 hectares (3.7 acres) of landscaped grounds, the estate has benefited from an exemplary restoration programme carried out over the past twenty-five years. The current owners have devoted their expertise and passion to restoring the property to its former splendour, with absolute respect for traditional craftsmanship and original materials. The roofs, timber frames, stonework and joinery are all presented in an exceptional state of preservation. The West Wing comprises a self-contained apartment of approximately 110 sq m (1,184 sq ft), ready for immediate occupation following only light cosmetic updating. Opposite, the East Wing offers nearly 120 sq m (1,292 sq ft) of floor space over two levels, remaining to be fitted out and providing complete freedom to create an exceptional private residence or elegant reception areas. Almost 600 sq m (6,458 sq ft) of attached and detached outbuildings complete this remarkably harmonious estate. Barns, ancillary buildings and generous interior volumes offer outstanding potential for a wide range of prestigious projects, including a distinguished family home, an elegant country retreat, a luxury hospitality venture, a cultural foundation, a representative headquarters or an exclusive events venue. Properties capable of offering such authenticity, such an exceptional state of preservation and such significant development potential are exceedingly rare. Just a few minutes from Saumur, in one of France's most celebrated regions, renowned worldwide for its magnificent châteaux, prestigious vineyards and refined art of living, this historic manor represents a unique heritage opportunity for discerning buyers seeking a residence of exceptional character and enduring historical importance.